Escape to the Country
🏞️ Escape to the Country: Hiking Sri Lanka’s Hill Country Wonders
Sri Lanka’s hill country offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of daily life.
Rolling hills, misty forests, and cascading waterfalls await the curious traveller.
Whether you seek adventure or tranquillity, this region has something for everyone.
Escape to the country on a new long distance hiking trail
🚶♂️ Hike the Scenic Pekoe Trail
The Pekoe Trail is a newly developed long-distance hiking route.
It winds through tea plantations, forests, and remote villages.
Each section reveals breathtaking views and cultural encounters.
Walkers enjoy fresh mountain air and the rhythm of nature.
Stages 12 and 13 are the closest to GlenMyu Estate.
Wonderful waterfalls
💦 Discover Upper Diyaluma Waterfall
Upper Diyaluma is Sri Lanka’s second-highest waterfall.
A short hike leads to natural rock pools and stunning views.
Swim in the cool waters and relax on the sun-warmed rocks.
It’s a hidden gem perfect for a midday escape.
The Tallest Waterfall in Sri Lanka
🌊 Visit Bambarakanda Waterfall
Bambarakanda is the tallest waterfall in Sri Lanka.
Surrounded by pine forests, it’s a dramatic and peaceful sight.
The trail to the base is gentle and suitable for most hikers.
Photographers love capturing the mist and cascading water.
An amazing UNESCO World Heritage Site
🌿 Explore Horton Plains National Park
Horton Plains is a protected plateau rich in biodiversity.
The famous World’s End viewpoint offers a sheer drop and vast views.
Walk through cloud forests and grasslands teeming with wildlife.
Look out for sambar deer and rare plants.
Prepare and plan your Escape to the Country
🧭 Plan Your Escape to the Country
– Hike the Pekoe Trail for scenic and cultural immersion
– Swim at Upper Diyaluma’s natural pools
– Marvel at Bambarakanda’s towering falls
– Discover Horton Plains’ unique ecosystem
Sri Lanka’s hill country is a haven for nature lovers and explorers.
Each trail and waterfall tells a story of beauty and serenity.
Escape to the country and reconnect with the wild and wonderful.
Stay at GlenMyu Estate - an escape to the country
GlenMyu Estate is listed on Booking.com and Airbnb.
Contact us by the WhatsApp button on our website for direct booking rates.
Stay at GlenMyu Estate 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.