Waterfalls of Sri lanka

Waterfalls in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is known for its many tourist destinations and also its beautiful beaches but there is also a side of Sri Lanka that offers those who appreciate the great outdoors a spectacular display of nature.

Waterfalls are one of Sri Lanka’s most treasured parts of nature. Sri Lanka boasts of almost 400 waterfalls scattered all over the island. Breathtaking waterfalls cascading down mountain slopes enhance the beauty of the hill country. The geographical formation of the island, with the central highland sloping down to the coastal plains, has resulted in several rivers and streams starting from the central region flowing down the hilly slopes in a radial pattern, creating these wonders of nature in several places throughout the hill country.

• Dessford Fall
• Height : 20 Meters
• District : Nuwara Eliya

This 20m-high fall, near Talawakele, is split into three sections. Take the Nuwara Eliya highway and in Avissawela, Hatton, close to the 27th mile post, the fall can be seen. A minor fall covered by the mountains can be observed from the highway – the other two are situated behind Dessford Church. Two streams from tributaries of the Kotmale River flow through the same plateau to the Kotmale Reservoir.

The fall is 18km away from rest-houses in Nuwara Eliya

Dhaigala Falls - Ratnapura

8m Dahigala Falls is located in Kowelpala Village, Gokadawela PS Ratnapura District. This is in very thinly populated area only travelers of this road view this fall. The upper reach of the Rakwana River feeds it. "Base of the fall is very deep and no one had dared to explore" it says A. Somadsa, a village who lives here. It can be reached from Gokadawela via Masimbula in the Rakwana road.

St. Clair's Falls –Nuwara Eliya

These falls are an unusual type consisting of a double cascade derived from different water sources. The bigger waterfall, the Maha Ella is 80m high and is situated on the Kotmale Oya. Flowing over a rock ledge then divides into three cascades plunging into a big pool. The smaller one of these two falls, the Kuda Ella is only 50m high and situated on a tributary of the Kotmale Oya. Just 3km from Talawakelle to visit the falls there is a 500m footpath stating from the A7.

Hunas Falls – Kandy

Close to the hill capital, Kandy, this hideaway sits perched on a mountain peak, with the cascading Hunas Falls waterfall forming a dramatic backdrop.

Baker's fall

Baker's fall is a famous waterfall in Sri Lanka. It is situated in Horton Plains National Park on a tributary of the Belihul Oya. The height of the Baker's waterfalls is 20 meters (66 ft.). The falls were named after Sir Samuel Baker, who was a famous explorer. Many Rhododendron and Fern bushes can be seen around the waterfall.

Dumbara Fall

DESCRIPTION:
The Dumbara Fall stands at height of 20 metres. At the foot of the fall lies a cave that can accommodate up to eight people. The several pools that are near the fall are of great zoological importance to Sri Lanka. In these pools are found several species of fish such as Garra phillipsi, Puntius martenstyni, Puntius srilankensis, Labeo fishri and fresh water shrimp as well as the otter. This fall is situated in the Kalupahana area of the Matale District.

Serella Falls

This magnificent fall is located in the Dumbara Jungle, which is split into two sections, both 10 meters in height. Kiul Canal and the Hunumadala River flow together to form the Puwakpitiya River. This river later joins the Thelwgam River, from where the falls is created. The water of this fall roll down a protruding rock face, which is visible from the Dumbara Jungle. The fall flows all year round and is at its fullest during the monsoon season, which is from November to March. The fall has been named after the species of the fish 'Sera' that inhabit the water.
The fall is located in the village of Pothatawela, near Laggala in Matale Districts Laggala PSD. From Matale or Laggala travel to Illukumbura. From this point it is 5km to Puwakpitiya followed by a 3km trek.

Dunhinda Falls

The Dunhinda Falls is one of Sri Lanka's most beautiful waterfalls located about 5 km off Badulla town. The waterfall, which is 210 feet (64 m) high gets its name from the smoky dew drops spray, (Dun in sinhala means mist or smoke) which surrounds the area at the foot of the waterfall. The water fall is created by the river called Badulu Oya which goes through the Badulla town.

To reach the water fall you have to walk more than 1 km distance along a foot path. Along this foot path you can see another small waterfall at a distance. However walking along this muddy foot path is really worth as the waterfall is so beautiful. Along this foot path there are many native venders selling herbal drinks to refresh and rest yourself. At the end of the path there is a secure stage constructed for viewers to see the waterfall. If you are brave enough you can reach the foot of the waterfall and cross the river and see the most beautiful view of the fall.

Devon Falls

At 97m high Devon Falls is situated on a tributary of the Kotmale Oya. 6km west of Talawakele, this is one of the major tourist attractions in Sri Lanka , with a special lay by and parking space at a good viewpoint. The name is derived from the Devon Estate that is located nearby. Devon Falls can be seen on the Kandy to Nuwara Eliya railway line.

Nalangana Fall - Kithulgala

The Nalangana Falls, which springs from the Ritigaha Oya reservoir, comprises of a number of chutes, each measuring about 40 metres in height. The fall is situated at Dedugala, which is 9km east of Bulathkohupitiya. The nearest town is Bulathkohupitiya while the Kitulgala Rest House is 41km away.

Bopath Ella Falls - Ratnapura

Situated on the Kuru River , Bopath Ella Falls is 30m high and is a tributary of the larger Kalu River . The falls consists of three cascades that give the appearance of the rounded shape of the leaf of the Bo tree. Passing the falls is the Kuru River , which is joined by another stream. Between the falls and the two streams lies a sandy area with several pools of turbulent cold water. These falls are the nearest to Colombo but unlike the other falls which are further away, these falls cannot be seen from a highway or vantage point.







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