Entry Costs for Horton Plains in 2026
Entry Costs Horton Plains
The current entry fee for Horton Plains National Park in 2026 is USD $35 per foreign adult visitor.
Children’s tickets cost between USD $28 and $38 depending on age.
Introduction to Horton Plains National Park
Horton Plains National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Sri Lanka’s central highlands.
It is famous for its montane landscapes, cloud forests, and rare wildlife.
Visitors often hike the 9.5 km trail to World’s End, a dramatic cliff with breathtaking views.
Baker’s Falls and sambar deer sightings add to the adventure.
A guest favourite outing from GlenMyu Estate
Entry Costs Horton Plains
Many of pour guests at GlenMyu Boutique Villa take a day trip to Horton Plains National Park.
It is one of their favourite experiences when they stay in the Sri Lankan Hill country
Entry Costs for Horton Plains in 2026
The entry fee for foreign adults is USD $35.
Children’s tickets range from USD $28 to $38 depending on age.
Vehicle charges may apply if you drive into the park.
These fees contribute to conservation and maintenance of this fragile ecosystem.
You need to take Sri Lankan Rupees cash to pay for entry as there are no card facilities available.
What Makes Horton Plains Worth Visiting?
The park offers a unique blend of biodiversity and scenery.Â
Endemic bird species thrive here, making it a paradise for birdwatchers.Â
The highland plateau is unlike any other landscape in Sri Lanka.Â
The crisp air and panoramic views provide a refreshing contrast to coastal regions.
How to Plan Your Visit
Arrive early to enjoy clear views at World’s End before mist sets in.
Wear comfortable shoes and carry water for the hike.
Respect park rules to protect wildlife and vegetation.
Tickets can be purchased at the entrance, but planning ahead ensures a smoother experience.
Stay at GlenMyu Boutique Villa
After exploring Horton Plains, unwind at GlenMyu Boutique Villa.
Located in the lush hills, it offers comfort, tranquillity, and authentic Sri Lankan hospitality.
Guests enjoy wellness-focused experiences, delicious cuisine, and serene surroundings.
To secure the best rates, contact us directly by WhatsApp at 00 94 752 999 272.
Choosing GlenMyu Boutique Villa ensures your holiday is both adventurous and relaxing.
It is the perfect base for exploring Horton Plains and other highland attractions.
Why stay at GlenMyu?
Two Lounges where you can relax, chat and enjoy the views
GlenMyu Boutique Villa has two comfortable lounges that have views of the southern hills.
The middle floor have ample seating where you can sit together or separately, if you want some space.
Dining is on the lower floor of the house.Â
We also have a snug which is an ideal place to have a pre-dinner drink and chat about your day in the Sri Lankan hills.
Three comfortable Bedrooms
We only have three guest bedrooms at GlenMyu Boutique Villa.
The Mahogany and Mango bedrooms are situated on the middle floor and have a communal lounge.
All the beds in the bedrooms look out over the views to the south of the island through floor to ceiling windows.
Our Cinnamon bedroom is on the ground floor of the property and has direct access to the gardens.
The Swimming Pool
Our Natural Spring-Fed Swimming pool at GlenMyu Boutique Villa is located a short walk from the house.
Guests like that fact that it is private and not overlooked by the house.
Surrounded by nature, it is a wonderful place to relax whilst listening to the soundtrack of bird songs.
Food, glorious food!
Our food offering at GlenMyu Boutique Villa is mainly plant based or vegetarian as we are able to source good quality fresh ingredients.
However, we do offer some fish and chicken dishes for our guests.
Breakfast is quite substantial and guests often skip lunch.
We make our dishes freshly to order from the best ingredients we can find.
What we serve to you is important to us and Ru and the team have a good reputation for cuisine with a hint of Sri Lankan flavours.
Amma shows you how to cook Sri Lankan
We offer a complimentary Sri Lankan cookery demonstration at GlenMyu Boutique Villa when our guests order our Sri Lankan sharing platter.
The platter consists of six or seven vegetarian dishes and is served with rice or flat bread.
It’s a fun and interesting experience. We love it when our guests try making some of the dishes when they get home.
Ruwanthi's garden tour
There are five acres at GlenMyu Boutique Villa and we grow various fruits, vegetables, and spices.
Ruwanthi is happy to provide a garden tour to interested guests.
Often you will pick some of the ingredients that will be used in the meals that you will eat that evening.
Book directly and save
We recommend contacting us directly via WhatsApp for the best rates.
Message us at 00 94 752 999 272.
We reward guests for finding us directly by offering direct booking rates.
Stay at GlenMyu to explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country
GlenMyu is listed on Booking.com and Airbnb.
Contact us by the WhatsApp button on our website for direct booking rates.
Stay at GlenMyu as you explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country
See sights like Horton Plains National Park is a unique experience.
We only have three bedrooms and you will need to book early during the peak holiday season.
The estate is usually within an hours drive of the major sightseeing locations such as Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Town, Upper Diyaluma Waterfall, Lipton’s Seat, Bambarakanda Waterfall and many more.