Private Tour

Knuckles Mountain Range Hiking and Trekking Day Tour From Kandy Hotels

Overview

Available languages

English

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The Knuckles Mountain Range lies in central Sri Lanka, in the Districts of Matale and Kandy. The range takes its name from a series of recumbent folds and peaks in the west of the massif which resembles the knuckles of clenched fist when viewed from certain locations in the Kandy District. Whilst this name was assigned by early British surveyors, the Sinhalese residents have traditionally referred to the area as Dumbara Kanduvetiya meaning mist-laden mountain range. Knuckles Mountain Forest Range covering an area of approximately 21,000 ha is a part of the Central Highlands World Heritage site, declared in 2010. Though it is a part of Central Highlands it is well separated by Mahaweli river valley from the sides of South and east and Matale valley from the west. This Knuckles Mountain Range Hiking and Trekking day tour from Kandy will give you the chance of witnessing this beautiful heritage site.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minutes before the pick up time.

Please come with a comfortable attire for a hiking and trekking.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Knuckles Mountain Range

Arrival time will be 6.30 A.M at the Knuckles Mountain range trailhead. Brief description of the route and the hike. Knuckles peak hike will be 22 K.M’s both ways. Starting the hike at 6.45 A.M. Rest stops within every 1.5 K.M. Refreshments  Estimated time to reach the top by 12.15 P.M. Lunch. Photography session Climbing down by 1.15 P.M. Refreshments. Reach bottom at 05.00 PM

12 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Knuckles Conservation Forest

pass

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

All government taxes.

Hotel pick up and drop off to most closely located hotels in Kandy.

Entrance fees to Knuckles Forest.

Lunch.

Pick up and drop off will be provided by a jeep.

Refreshments.

Naturalist Guide for the entire tour.

Gratuities.

Anything not mentioned in inclusions,

Options

Pick Up From Kandy Hotels

Pick Up and drop off at centrally located hotels in Kandy area.
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Immersed in Nature, Guided with Passion
nicolec56,,Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Even though the weather wasn’t perfect and we couldn’t fully enjoy the panoramic views of the Knuckles Mountain range, the tour was absolutely worth it to immerse ourselves in nature. Siva knows the area very well and shared many details with such passion that we truly felt connected to the place. Sharing a delicious lunch together made the experience even more special. Above all, Siva’s kindness, attentiveness, and warm personality turned what could have been a disappointing day into an unforgettable and fun adventure. We are really grateful to him and highly recommend this tour!
amazing service / guide
s bastienlF8270NK,,May 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
grenat scenery, the guide is very caring about your safety (socks for the leeches), passionnate about hiking and knuckles, great service, Will try to show you as Much flore and fauna as possible,you have the Choice to see the peak or the waterfalls...you gave to be in good shape, sliperry...choose a day withouth rain ++
Knuckles mountains exploration is a must do hike by any nature lover. Nipuna Basnayake’s team is brilliant on guiding.
486melania,,Feb 19, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An amazing experience for life. The support we got from our tour guide , Janaka Soyza, was brilliant. A challenging hike, but the experience is just wonderful!
One of the most authentic Sri Lankan experiences we ever had
997stefanys,,Dec 12, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was absolutely fantastic- one of the most authentic Sri Lankan experiences we ever had where nature and culture were both present! We booked the trip in the last minute (evening before) after reading an article online. The coordinator called us soon after and sent via whatsapp the itinerary and the price quote and we agreed on a pick up time. The jeep arrived reasonably on time, took us to breakfast, and then to the hike starting point. They distributed special anti-leech socks, water and raincoats for those of us who did not have (it was rainy). The route was not very challenging, the pace was very good and our guide was the best ine we ever had- super kind, knowledgable and entertaining, with insights on both nature and local culture - we saw a the rich variety of flora, the most sweet and smiling locals (much different from those you meet in the hustling towns) and even caught a close glance at an eagle. We had lunch by the waterfall and for the end of the tour some tea to warm us up after the rain that got us quite wet. Despite the rainy weather (we did get quite wet and did not have a change of clothes which would have saved us from being so called on the ride back) and the many leeches (really bear in mind that there are a lot of them and are more disgusting than harmful) the experience was totally worth it and we highly recommend this hike - especially with the great guide (we did not catch his name) we were so lucky to have! :)