Mountain Top Glamping
Wildlife Safaris & Nature Reserves
We love to help our guests have the best experiences while they stay with us. The locations listed are well renowned for places of interest in particular locations that cover wildlife & nature.
The Udawalawe National Park is the 3rd most visited park in the country and was created to provide a sanctuary for wild animals. It is an important habitat for water birds and Sri Lankan elephants and it is only a 2-hour drive from our location.
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Park Narodowy Udawalawa
The Udawalawe National Park is the 3rd most visited park in the country and was created to provide a sanctuary for wild animals. It is an important habitat for water birds and Sri Lankan elephants and it is only a 2-hour drive from our location.
Sri Lankan Elephants are an endangered species and are threatened due to human activities. In order to support orphaned baby elephants, the Department of Wildlife Conservation set up the Elephant Transit Home within Udawalawe National Park. Guests can visit these elephants during meal times to learn more about them.
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Dom Przejściowy dla Słoni
B427Sri Lankan Elephants are an endangered species and are threatened due to human activities. In order to support orphaned baby elephants, the Department of Wildlife Conservation set up the Elephant Transit Home within Udawalawe National Park. Guests can visit these elephants during meal times to learn more about them.
Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. Yala was designated as a wildlife sanctuary and It's best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, leopards and aquatic birds. It is only a 3-hour drive from our location.
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Yala National Park - Katagamuwa Entrance
Kataragama - Situlpawwa RoadYala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. Yala was designated as a wildlife sanctuary and It's best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of Sri Lankan elephants, leopards and aquatic birds. It is only a 3-hour drive from our location.
Ella is a small town surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than the surrounding lowlands. Its attractions are
- Dhowa temple, a 2,000-year-old rock temple, is located on the Badulla-Bandarawela Road. It contains a 12 metres (39 ft) unfinished Buddha statue carved into the surrounding rock.
- Bambaragala Peak
- Ella Rock, a lookout point
- Little Adam's Peak, a 1,141 m (3,743 ft) pyramidal-shaped hill, is located to the southeast of the town. Named after the larger Adam's Peak.
- Ravana Ella Falls, a 25 m (82 ft) waterfall, located approximately 6 km (4 mi) away from the town
- Nine Arches Bridge, Demodara
- Diyaluma Falls, a 220 m (720 ft) waterfall
- Yahalamadiththa temple
- Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery
- Ravana cave
- Nildiya pokuna
Ella town is a 2-hour drive from our location.
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Ella
Ella is a small town surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than the surrounding lowlands. Its attractions are
- Dhowa temple, a 2,000-year-old rock temple, is located on the Badulla-Bandarawela Road. It contains a 12 metres (39 ft) unfinished Buddha statue carved into the surrounding rock.
- Bambaragala Peak
- Ella Rock, a lookout point
- Little Adam's Peak, a 1,141 m (3,743 ft) pyramidal-shaped hill, is located to the southeast of the town. Named after the larger Adam's Peak.
- Ravana Ella Falls, a 25 m (82 ft) waterfall, located approximately 6 km (4 mi) away from the town
- Nine Arches Bridge, Demodara
- Diyaluma Falls, a 220 m (720 ft) waterfall
- Yahalamadiththa temple
- Mahamevnawa Buddhist Monastery
- Ravana cave
- Nildiya pokuna
Ella town is a 2-hour drive from our location.
Horton Plains is in the central highlands of Sri Lanka that was designated in 1988. It is located at an elevation of 2,100–2,300 m (6,900–7,500 ft) and encompasses montane grassland and cloud forest. It is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region.
Its attractions are -
- Large herds of Sri Lankan sambar deer
- Rich biodiversity
- scenic trails to different terrains and waterfalls, home to the second tallest mountain on the island Kirigalpoththa Mountain.
Horton Plains is 2.5-hour drive from our location.
Horton Plains
Horton Plains is in the central highlands of Sri Lanka that was designated in 1988. It is located at an elevation of 2,100–2,300 m (6,900–7,500 ft) and encompasses montane grassland and cloud forest. It is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region.
Its attractions are -
- Large herds of Sri Lankan sambar deer
- Rich biodiversity
- scenic trails to different terrains and waterfalls, home to the second tallest mountain on the island Kirigalpoththa Mountain.
Horton Plains is 2.5-hour drive from our location.
City/town information
An overview of the closest town to the campsite along with its history and significance.
Balangoda is a large town in Ratnapura District. It is notable due to the discovery of skeletal Hominini remains from the late Quaternary period. (the earliest reliably dated record of anatomically modern humans in South Asia).
The early settlement of the prehistoric “Balangoda Man” who lived 40,000 years ago, and, of course, the ruins of the Forgotten Kingdom of 103 BC. For further investigation, visiting the entire prehistoric settlement is a full-day adventure on foot if one dares to explore further.
Balangoda
Balangoda is a large town in Ratnapura District. It is notable due to the discovery of skeletal Hominini remains from the late Quaternary period. (the earliest reliably dated record of anatomically modern humans in South Asia).
The early settlement of the prehistoric “Balangoda Man” who lived 40,000 years ago, and, of course, the ruins of the Forgotten Kingdom of 103 BC. For further investigation, visiting the entire prehistoric settlement is a full-day adventure on foot if one dares to explore further.
Adventure & Outdoor Experiences
Many adventure physical activities such as canoeing, ATV rides to cycling with a touch of living in the wilderness experiences including facilities are possible.
The camping experience at Kinchigune is full of all the modern necessities and makes for a great location to base a group holiday with lots of fun and activities.
The campsite is well-equipped for family accommodation, and glampers will have access to facilities such as flushable toilets and showers. Hot water will be provided on request in buckets. The tents are spacious and comfortable, and mattresses, pillows, linen, and towels – are provided.
Activities at the campsite -
- Zip Line
- Canoeing
- Nature trails to Ganella & Babragala
- ATV rides
- Cycling
Kinchigune Adventure Camp
The camping experience at Kinchigune is full of all the modern necessities and makes for a great location to base a group holiday with lots of fun and activities.
The campsite is well-equipped for family accommodation, and glampers will have access to facilities such as flushable toilets and showers. Hot water will be provided on request in buckets. The tents are spacious and comfortable, and mattresses, pillows, linen, and towels – are provided.
Activities at the campsite -
- Zip Line
- Canoeing
- Nature trails to Ganella & Babragala
- ATV rides
- Cycling
Sightseeing & activities
Explore all the attractions that the location has to offer along with exciting physical activities from trekking trails to cycling.
Nestled amidst the beautiful surroundings of Belihuloya in Sri Lanka’s hill country, and perfectly in tune with nature is the River Garden Resort. With the Horton Plains Mountain Range in the backdrop, it is the perfect honeymoon destination. Belihuloya provides adventure around every corner, from mountain climbing to canoeing to sightseeing in Sri Lanka’s amazing hill country. Among the highlights are scenic waterfalls, historic sites, and nature trails that compare to the best in the world.
Activities -
- Cycling
- Nature trails
- River bathing
- Devil staircase trek
- Udawalawe National Park visits
River Garden Resort
Nestled amidst the beautiful surroundings of Belihuloya in Sri Lanka’s hill country, and perfectly in tune with nature is the River Garden Resort. With the Horton Plains Mountain Range in the backdrop, it is the perfect honeymoon destination. Belihuloya provides adventure around every corner, from mountain climbing to canoeing to sightseeing in Sri Lanka’s amazing hill country. Among the highlights are scenic waterfalls, historic sites, and nature trails that compare to the best in the world.
Activities -
- Cycling
- Nature trails
- River bathing
- Devil staircase trek
- Udawalawe National Park visits
Historical Sites & Cultural Experiences
Includes experiences about the places & the people's livelihood that takes you back in time making you ponder what rural Sri Lanka has been once upon a time.
The Forgotten Kingdom - Handagiriya.
Handagiriya, where the ancient Intermediate Kingdom of King Walagamba is believed to have been situated. The Forgotten Kingdom commands its place in a very brief, but important period of our 2500-year-long history. This is one of the places where King Walagamba settled during his 14 years of gathering and preparing an Army to recapture his own Anuradhapura Kingdom from the invaders [103 BC to 89 BC].
An excursion that takes only 9 hours from our location to experience Handagiriya and a few other historical & cultural visits are included in it.
Handagiriya
The Forgotten Kingdom - Handagiriya.
Handagiriya, where the ancient Intermediate Kingdom of King Walagamba is believed to have been situated. The Forgotten Kingdom commands its place in a very brief, but important period of our 2500-year-long history. This is one of the places where King Walagamba settled during his 14 years of gathering and preparing an Army to recapture his own Anuradhapura Kingdom from the invaders [103 BC to 89 BC].
An excursion that takes only 9 hours from our location to experience Handagiriya and a few other historical & cultural visits are included in it.
Mulgama village has a long history in which it is believed that it held a prestigious position as the treasury during the reign of King Wimaladharmasuriya II. It is a place that is yet untouched by travellers or influenced by modernisation.
The experience consists of seeing the traditional paddy cultivation, the way of life of locals, the beautiful setting of the village itself and perhaps meeting a few elders in the village who are likely to share some interesting stories of Mulgama.
An excursion that takes only 9 hours from our location to experience Mulgama and a few other historical & cultural visits are included in it.
Mulgama
Mulgama village has a long history in which it is believed that it held a prestigious position as the treasury during the reign of King Wimaladharmasuriya II. It is a place that is yet untouched by travellers or influenced by modernisation.
The experience consists of seeing the traditional paddy cultivation, the way of life of locals, the beautiful setting of the village itself and perhaps meeting a few elders in the village who are likely to share some interesting stories of Mulgama.
An excursion that takes only 9 hours from our location to experience Mulgama and a few other historical & cultural visits are included in it.
In-house experiences
An insight into what the Ahaspokuna Bushwalk has to offer with its value-added services and activities you can indulge in while you spend time in its serenity.
1) Cooking Lessons - Our highly flavourful Authentic Sri Lanan recipes are generously shared with a cooking demonstration to take away unforgettable flavours. Guests will complete the dishes by themselves with the help of our resident chef from the beginning to the end.
2) Ayurveda Massages - It involves aromatic herbal oils which will help you relax after a challenging bushwalk. This serves not only to relieve pain but also to open the flow of life force in order to cleanse and revitalise the body. We can arrange appointments with pre-notice based on availability slots.
3) Yoga - Yoga is a way of life, an integrated system of education for the body, mind and spirit. We can arrange classes with pre-notice based on availability slots.
Ahaspokuna
1) Cooking Lessons - Our highly flavourful Authentic Sri Lanan recipes are generously shared with a cooking demonstration to take away unforgettable flavours. Guests will complete the dishes by themselves with the help of our resident chef from the beginning to the end.
2) Ayurveda Massages - It involves aromatic herbal oils which will help you relax after a challenging bushwalk. This serves not only to relieve pain but also to open the flow of life force in order to cleanse and revitalise the body. We can arrange appointments with pre-notice based on availability slots.
3) Yoga - Yoga is a way of life, an integrated system of education for the body, mind and spirit. We can arrange classes with pre-notice based on availability slots.
Porady dla podróżnych
Co spakować
Bring along a good brand of sunscreen and insect repellent.
There is no motorable road access to Mountain Top Glamping. Though our staff will be carrying all that you bring, it’s advisable to pack light, only with essentials for the number of days you are staying with us.
Personal belongings in preparation for warm and sunny, rainy and windy weather conditions are essentials.
We would recommend that you wear track-bottom pants or long trousers and a t-shirt or cotton shirt for walks. It’s important to wear long trousers, mainly due to the long grasses you come across during the treks. You may also bring along trekking or walking shoes.
Poruszanie się po okolicy
Private vehicles are the fastest way to get there.
Our pre-designated pick-up point is not in a populated area; it is located on a less-frequented motorable road. Hence, you must have precise directions on how to get there.
Please get your driver to contact us for written directions. Furthermore, if you arrive at the pick-up point unannounced or without a pre-agreed meeting time, there won't be anyone waiting for you; the camp is a 20-minute trek into the wilderness from where you can park your vehicle.
Podróżowanie z dziećmi
We warmly welcome all children ready to explore outdoors.
We want you to experience what’s offered at our camp as a family and aim to make your stay a remarkable, educational, and memorable experience. However, due to the nature of our experiences, we would recommend that children be at least 8 years old. Our options for special kids’ meals will be limited and all walks are not suitable for children.