Bungalow to Bungalow | Norwood to Castlereagh and Dunkeld (or vice-versa) | 3 to 4 hours (one way)
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Trail stats
- Distance
- 4.96 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,870 ft
- Technical difficulty
- Difficult
- Elevation loss
- 1,398 ft
- Max elevation
- 4,268 ft
- TrailRank
- 27
- Min elevation
- 3,665 ft
- Trail type
- One Way
- Time
- one hour 35 minutes
- Coordinates
- 155
- Uploaded
- November 26, 2023
- Recorded
- November 2023
near Lethernt South, Central (Sri Lanka)
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CONTACT TEA TRAILS NATURALIST / GUIDES FOR MORE INFORMATION OR IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: +94718395224
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: An enchanting 8-kilometer hike from Castlereagh Bungalow to Norwood Bungalow. The trail unfolds along charming tea estate roads. The trail winds past Dunkeld Bungalow and Gorthie Bungalows, and two quaint villages. As you tread along the path, the Castlereagh Reservoir offers mesmerising reflections of the surrounding hills. The silhouette of Hatton Rock stands in the distance. The aroma of freshly plucked tea leaves fills the air as you approach the renowned Norwood Tea Factory.
HIKING TIPS:
- Wear comfortable and light-weight clothes.
- The hotel can provide umbrellas if needed.
- The terrain can be unsteady sometimes, hence it is advisable to wear walking shoes.
- Drink plenty of water. We can provide refreshments if required.
- Make sure you protect your head and skin from the sun.
- We have leech socks that you are welcome to borrow.
YOUR SAFETY: Ceylon Tea Trails offers the services of professional naturalist guides who are highly recommended. If you choose to self guide remember to consider all the information available and to heed local advice when necessary. Trail users are responsible for all decisions pertaining to the trail routes, trail conditions, weather, and safety. In addition to the hazards posed by steep terrain and mountain weather, trail users should be prepared for challenging route-finding and sometimes challenging trail conditions, dogs, leeches, heavy rain, intermittent thunderstorms, and plenty of sun. It is recommended to drink at least ½ litre of water per hour when hiking. Access to emergency medical care and rescue may not always immediately available.
RESPONSIBLE HIKING:
- Leave no trace: Leave the environment as you found it.
- Respect wildlife: Observe animals from a distance and avoid disturbing them.
- Please ask permission before you take pictures of people.
- Dress respectfully. Please refrain from hiking shirtless.
- Dress modestly at religious sites.
- Please avoid giving money directly to people who ask.
TRAIL DESCRIPTION: An enchanting 8-kilometer hike from Castlereagh Bungalow to Norwood Bungalow. The trail unfolds along charming tea estate roads. The trail winds past Dunkeld Bungalow and Gorthie Bungalows, and two quaint villages. As you tread along the path, the Castlereagh Reservoir offers mesmerising reflections of the surrounding hills. The silhouette of Hatton Rock stands in the distance. The aroma of freshly plucked tea leaves fills the air as you approach the renowned Norwood Tea Factory.
HIKING TIPS:
- Wear comfortable and light-weight clothes.
- The hotel can provide umbrellas if needed.
- The terrain can be unsteady sometimes, hence it is advisable to wear walking shoes.
- Drink plenty of water. We can provide refreshments if required.
- Make sure you protect your head and skin from the sun.
- We have leech socks that you are welcome to borrow.
YOUR SAFETY: Ceylon Tea Trails offers the services of professional naturalist guides who are highly recommended. If you choose to self guide remember to consider all the information available and to heed local advice when necessary. Trail users are responsible for all decisions pertaining to the trail routes, trail conditions, weather, and safety. In addition to the hazards posed by steep terrain and mountain weather, trail users should be prepared for challenging route-finding and sometimes challenging trail conditions, dogs, leeches, heavy rain, intermittent thunderstorms, and plenty of sun. It is recommended to drink at least ½ litre of water per hour when hiking. Access to emergency medical care and rescue may not always immediately available.
RESPONSIBLE HIKING:
- Leave no trace: Leave the environment as you found it.
- Respect wildlife: Observe animals from a distance and avoid disturbing them.
- Please ask permission before you take pictures of people.
- Dress respectfully. Please refrain from hiking shirtless.
- Dress modestly at religious sites.
- Please avoid giving money directly to people who ask.
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