Knuckles range day hike from Kandy homestay
3 Answers from travellers
It is possible, but it will be a very long day. The drive from Kandy to the Knuckles trailhead (like Bambarella or Hunnasgiriya) takes about 2 to 2.5 hours each way due to winding mountain roads. You would need to leave your homestay by 5:30 AM to have a proper 5-hour hike and make it back before dark.
The Knuckles get extremely misty by 2 PM. If you start late, you will hike in pure white fog and see nothing.
Most Kandy homestays will pack you a breakfast if you tell them you are doing an early Knuckles trip.
Scam Watch: kandy
TukTuk or tour drivers take you to "gem museums" or "government-certified" gem shops. They receive huge commissions (up to 40%) on anything you buy. Prices are inflated 3-10x the actual value.
Men approach tourists near Temple of the Tooth offering to be guides. After the tour, they demand large "donations" or guide fees (5000-10000 LKR).
You must be logged in to post an answer.
Log In to AnswerRelated questions
- Knuckles range day hike from Kandy homestay3 answers
- Knuckles Mountain Range trekking - complete guide for a first-timer, is it doable independently?2 answers
- Best places to stay in Ella for beautiful mountain views.1 answer
- Ella for three days. What to do, where to stay and how to use it as a base.3 answers
- Hidden gem homestays for yoga and wellness retreats3 answers
- Authentic wellness and yoga homestays in Kandy3 answers
Join a Crew
Kandy Perahera Live Tonight
Perahera Seats, Hotels & Roads
Dalada & Perahera Culture