What must I know before climbing Sri Pada at night.

It gets incredibly cold and windy at the summit while you wait for the sun. You absolutely must pack a warm fleece jacket, a beanie, and long pants. You will freeze if you only wear a sweaty t shirt.

Avoid climbing on Poya full moon days or local public holidays during the pilgrimage season. The crowds become so massive that you can get stuck completely at a standstill on the stairs for hours.