Teardrop Adventure Trails - Nine Skies to Hali Ela (on the Pekoe Trail) 13.7 Km
near Gawarawela, Uva (Sri Lanka)
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Itinerary description
PLEASE HIKE RESPONSIBLY
Learn as much as possible about p9 local language will make your interaction with the locals all the more enjoyable.
please
Learn what’s appropriate behavior and body language. If in doubt ask your guide or the hotel or accommodation staff. Dress respectfully with an awareness of local standards. Dont hike with your shirt off. Dress modestly at religious sites and check with us what swimwear is suitable for pools and rivers.
Always ask first before photographing or videoing people. Respect social distancing, especially in times like these. Avoid giving gifts or money to people you have just met. Never give money to children directly. Ask us if you would like to support a local initiative that helps children.
Supporting the community through a local school, clinic, or development project is more constructive. If you would like to donate to a local community project, we can help you channel the funds.
CLOTHING / WEATHER
Wear comfortable and light-weight clothes. The climate can change quickly so it is advisable to be prepared. Take an extra layer or a jumper as it can get quite chilly. The hotel can provide umbrellas if needed.
FOOTWEAR
The terrain can be unsteady sometimes, hence it is advisable to wear walking shoes if possible. The hotel can provide wellington boots and walking sticks.
CAMERA
The views are breathtaking, so it would be a good idea to take a camera to capture all the magnificent moments along the way.
FOOD / WATER
On longer walks, the hotel can provide refreshments if required. Kindly let us know in advance.
LEECHES
During or after rainy weather, you may encounter leeches, especially when walking ‘off road’. We have a few pairs of leech socks that you are welcome to borrow. If one attaches to you, try to resist the urge to pull it off; leech bites are not dangerous or painful, just annoying. If it hasn't attached to you yet, flick the leech away with your fingers.
Waypoints
UVA Planters Club
You will arrive at the UVA Planters Club house as you gradually ascend leaving the mountain behind. The Uva Club was formed in the 1880s in Badulla town and moved to its current location in Unugalle Estate, Hali Ella in 1986. It is a very welcoming club house and beyond the social and sports activities of the club, they host guests regularly. Its a great spot to have some snacks and a refreshing drink until your driver comes to pick you up. You also have the option to walk down another 1km to see Hali Ela railway station. Follow the tarmac roads as you walk pass UVA Planters Club and take the steps down to the train station. If you feel more comfortable on the tarmac road keep going as it takes you to the train station as well.
Rossette Tea Village
As you gradually descent towards Hali Ela you will find ourselves in the beautiful Rosette tea village where you meet friendly men and women working in tea fields, collecting firewood in the woods and children chasing cattle and goats. Don't forget to greet them as you walk pass by.
View Point
You will reach the top of the hill after about a 2 kilometers gradual and very pleasant ascent. It's a 1 kilometer walk through bushes and another 1 kilometer wide and clear tea trail, wrapping around the hill as it goes. This point is the highest point of the stage with fabulous views back towards Demodera and Ella. This is definitely the place to stop for those snacks and a refreshing drink.
Play Ground
You will walk past a few houses and reach up to a large flat playground. You will see kids playing cricket and men sitting on a bench by a small tea shop watching kids play. Check your GPS, cross playground and start climbing on a straight path for about 100 meters. This is the beginning of the push up the hill in front of you.
Old Bridge
As you walk down Demodera-Spring valley road you will get to this old bridge. Walk towards the gradually ascending concreted trail onto your left and it will take you to up to the tea fields.
Hali Ela Train Station
Hali-Ela Train station marks the end of the stage. You can also check on the train times and hop on a train back to Demodara.
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