A world that is oddly different from any other part of Sri Lanka

The Horton Plains National Park is a protected area in the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka, and is covered by wild montane grasslands and interspersed with patches of thick cloud forest, rocky outcrops, filigree waterfalls and misty lakes. The plateau comes to a sudden drop at ‘World’s End’, a stunning escarpment that plunges 880m and is one of the more notable attractions of the Park.

The recommended and most popular hike is a 7.2km loop that takes you past Baker’s Falls, a stunning 20 metre waterfall named after British explorer, Sir Samuel Baker, and is located on a tributary of the Belihul Oya (river) that flows through the Park; World’s End, where on a clear day the view is incredible; and Mini World’s End, a smaller 270m drop, which presents views of the south east of Sri Lanka.

The Park is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region. The surprising diversity of the landscape is matched by the wide variety of wildlife - Birdwatchers will be well rewarded with over 90 bird species found in the Park. If you are a fan of nature, wildlife, birds, landscapes, or hikes, we cannot recommend this excursion highly enough!