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Secret pools near Diyaluma Falls to avoid the massive crowds

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Sophia M.•5940 rep•2

We are driving from Ella to Diyaluma Falls. The main upper pools get so crowded with Instagrammers. Are there secret side pools that locals use.

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Yes. Most tourists hike from Poonagala straight down to the main cliff edge. Instead, when you reach the first river crossing, hike UPSTREAM about 20 minutes into the jungle. There is a secondary set of falls and deep, cold rock pools that are almost always completely empty. A local guide can show you the trail for 1500 LKR.

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Amali D.•5980 rep•1

We did this! It was incredible. We had a massive natural infinity pool all to ourselves for hours.

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Oliver B.•6015 rep•2

Be aware of leeches if you hike upstream into the thick brush.

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Suresh K.•6710 rep•1

Awesome, we will definitely hire a local kid to show us the way upstream.

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