Lake Gregory Tours and Activities

The road from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya is full of turns, deceptively long and passes some of the largest tea plantations in the world. Truth be told, driving anywhere in the hill country of Sri Lanka is an exercise in patience given that even short distances can take hours due to slow moving traffic, poor weather or less than desirable roads. Better then to sit back and enjoy the ride while stopping for the occasional picture. (as we did for this cloudy sunset)
The road from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya is full of turns, deceptively long and passes some of the largest tea plantations in the world. Truth be told, driving anywhere in the hill country of Sri Lanka is an exercise in patience given that even short distances can take hours due to slow moving traffic, poor weather or less than desirable roads. Better then to sit back and enjoy the ride while stopping for the occasional picture. (as we did for this cloudy sunset)
TukTuk public transportation in SriLanka parked near Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya.
A beautiful train journey through the rolling hills of Sri Lanka's enormous tea plantations. I took this train ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella which took about 3 hours, and less than 300 rupees- third class is worth the mild discomfort for the people you meet. And Ella is definitely worth a trip- stunning views and hikes up to Ella Rock and Little Adams Peak.
Tamil tea picker, up the hill of nuraya eliya sri lanka you will find an acre and acre of lush green tea plantation, and this women pick the tip of the tea leave everyday for an amount of 1 dollar per day.

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Steps Garden Resort

Steps Garden Resort

3 out of 5
Price was AU$1,922, price is now AU$1,488 per person
AU$1,488
per person
16 Apr - 23 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Brisbane (BNE) to Colombo (CMB)
No reviews
Jungle Village By Thawthisa

Jungle Village By Thawthisa

4 out of 5
Price was AU$2,018, price is now AU$1,529 per person
AU$1,529
per person
10 Mar - 17 Mar
found 18 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
The room was spacious, clean and luxurious. There were a few bugs but this is to be expected staying in the jungle. The check in staff were fantastic and very pleasant. The restaurant was a little slow with their service, and better food can be found in town.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Spicepeek Boutique Hotel CMB Airport

Spicepeek Boutique Hotel CMB Airport

3 out of 5
Price was AU$1,840, price is now AU$1,545 per person
AU$1,545
per person
16 Apr - 23 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Brisbane (BNE) to Colombo (CMB)
8.6/10 Excellent! (30 reviews)
The pick up had been arranged but not there on arrival so sent a whatsapp message. Replied and gave directions as to where they would pick me up and they found me. To use the airport wifi, I would recommend going to the info desk in arrivals (where drivers have name cards) and use the QR scan at the desk as didnt need passport info etc as required for other wifi. Just be aware that when you walk outside for pick up you loose it.. and the poor driver couldnt contact me. Room was big as was the bathroom which looked great. Small TV compared to room but wifi was excellent so just streamed!! It was so big it probably could take a couple of comfy chairs. Breakfast was excellent and quick and I had dinner there as well which was once again excellent quick and reasonably priced. Try the Chicken fried rice! Really impressed with the return back to the airport at 0130 in the morning as they had a breakfast bag for me which I wasnt expecting. Nice touch from this small hotel!

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Tours & day trips

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Explore Nuwara Eliya - Waterfall & Tea Factory Tour

Explore Nuwara Eliya - Waterfall & Tea Factory Tour

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$60 per traveller*
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History & culture

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Overnight Hike to Adams’ Peak

Overnight Hike to Adams’ Peak

Activity duration is 2 days
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$388 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Ceylon Tea Tasting from Nuwara Eliya

Ceylon Tea Tasting from Nuwara Eliya

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$277 per adult*
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Wildlife & nature

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Yala Safari Tour from Nuwara Eliya

Yala Safari Tour from Nuwara Eliya

Activity duration is 10 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$356 per adult*
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Popular places to visit

The gorgeous old school bar at the Nuwara Eliya golf course.

Nuwara Eliya Golf Club

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Nuwara Eliya at Nuwara Eliya Golf Club. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Nuwara Eliya Golf Club
The women who pick tea leaves pick about 18kg of leaves each day.

Pedro Tea Factory

5/5(5 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Pedro Tea Factory during your stay in Nuwara Eliya. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views.

Pedro Tea Factory
Devon fall near Thalawakelle in #green Central highlands of Sri Lanka. Waterfall can be seen at a distance on Hatton- Nuwaraeliya main road right opposite the Mlesna Tea Center. ........However, one can also reach the top of the falls through Dimbula - Nawalapitiya road after about travelling 700m down the road..... Dimbula - Nawalapitiya road remains the route with most number of waterfalls in Sri Lanka

Devon Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Devon Falls during your travels in Kotagala. Discover the area's mountain views and seek out the hiking trails.

Devon Falls

Galway Forest Reserve

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Galway Forest Reserve during your travels in Nuwara Eliya. Wander the gardens and lakeside in the area.

Galway Forest Reserve

Assemblies of God Church Nuwara Eliya

Assemblies of God Church Nuwara Eliya is just one of the places to see in Nuwara Eliya, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Assemblies of God Church Nuwara Eliya

Victoria Park

3/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Victoria Park, a lovely green space in Nuwara Eliya. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Victoria Park

Top Lake Gregory Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Grand Hotel

Grand Hotel

4 out of 5
Grand Hotel Rd Nuwara Eliya
Grand Hotel
Carnation Rest

Carnation Rest

3 out of 5
1, Unique View Road Nuwara Eliya
Carnation Rest
Galway Heights Hotel

Galway Heights Hotel

4 out of 5
Upper Lake Rd Nuwara Eliya CP
Galway Heights Hotel
Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya

Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya

5 out of 5
1 Glen Fall Road Nuwara Eliya Central Province
Araliya Green City - Your Gateway to Everything in Nuwara Eliya
Hotel Grand Turf

Hotel Grand Turf

3.5 out of 5
62 Upper Lake Rd Nuwara Eliya CP
Hotel Grand Turf
Mirage Kings Cottage

Mirage Kings Cottage

4 out of 5
No. 111 Havelock Drive Nuwara Eliya
Mirage Kings Cottage
The Golden Ridge Hotel

The Golden Ridge Hotel

3.5 out of 5
No. 395 , Bambarakelle Nuwara Eliya Central Province
The Golden Ridge Hotel
The Tea Garden

The Tea Garden

3 out of 5
111/12, Badulla Road Nuwara Eliya
The Tea Garden
Jetwing St. Andrew's

Jetwing St. Andrew's

4.5 out of 5
No. 10, St. Andrew's Drive Nuwara Eliya
Jetwing St. Andrew's
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