228 activities · Sri Lanka
Ella, Sri Lanka, has 228 activities, tours and experiences to book. Don't miss: Nine Arches Bridge, Demodara, Dhowa rock temple, Halpe Pattini Devalaya. Also worth exploring nearby: Nuwara Eliya, Nallathanniya, Kandy, Yala National Park.
01Things to do

Nine Arches Bridge, Demodara
Bridge

Dhowa rock temple
Building

Halpe Pattini Devalaya
Temple
02Activities to book
Private tour
Private tour
Free cancellation
Private tour
Private tour
Private tour
Private tour
Private tour
Private tour
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
Bookable03Explore nearby
Ella has 228 activities, tours and day trips you can book online. Among the most booked: « Yala Safari Private Day Trip with Return Transport -All Inclusive », « Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All Inclusive », « Ella Sri Lanka Cooking Class Experience ».
According to traveller reviews: « Yala, Udawalawa Safari From Ella, Mirissa, Hiriketiya, Tangalle » (5.0/5, 63 reviews) ; « Ella Sri Lanka Cooking Class Experience » (5.0/5, 136 reviews) ; « Discover Ella - Ella Rock, Little Adam's Peak & Nine Arch Bridge » (5.0/5, 153 reviews).
Not to be missed in Ella: Nine Arches Bridge, Demodara, Dhowa rock temple, Halpe Pattini Devalaya.
Usually, yes: 21 of the 24 most popular activities in Ella offer free cancellation. The exact terms are shown on each activity page before you book.
Close to Ella: Nuwara Eliya, Nallathanniya, Kandy, Yala National Park.
Duration
2 h
Group
Up to 8 pers.
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours
Lead time
Book up to 2 days before departure
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tickets
One per booking
Travel from Ambewela to Ella by train for a scenic 2-hour journey through lush tea plantations, misty hills, waterfalls, tunnels, and charming hill-country stations. Trains No. 1005 and 1015 depart at 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM, arriving at Ella Railway Station at 11:25 AM and 4:55 PM. Along the way, the train stops at Pattipola, Ohiya, Idalgashinna, Haputale, Diyatalawa, Bandarawela, and other small stations, offering breathtaking views of Sri Lanka’s highlands—making it one of the most scenic train rides in the world. Booking is recommended at least 30 days in advance.
The train journey from Ambewela to Ella is a short but stunning ride through Sri Lanka’s scenic highlands, taking about two hours as it passes lush tea plantations, misty mountains, tunnels, and waterfalls. With departures at 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM, the journey offers breathtaking views of green valleys and peaceful countryside, making it one of the most enjoyable and picturesque train experiences in the country.
The train ride from Ambewela to Ella is a beautiful journey through Sri Lanka’s hill country, lasting about two hours and offering views of tea plantations, misty mountains, tunnels, and waterfalls. The train arrives at Ella Railway Station at approximately 11:25 AM and 4:55 PM, making it a relaxing and scenic travel experience ideal for enjoying nature along the way.
Once you make a reservation with us in advance, we will contact you to arrange your ticket and provide it either as an e-ticket or a physical ticket.
The return is at the same place.
1 traveler(s) minimum · 15 maximum per booking.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.
Product code: 16052P1686
Activity offered by Lakpura LLC via Viator.