Stage 21 of the 300km Pekoe Trail is typically hiked from Uda Pussellawa to Kandapola, but for our adventure, we decided to do it in reverse—to avoid much of the climb. Covering a total distance of 19 kilometers over seven hours, this hike turned out to be a journey of changing landscapes, local hospitality, and…
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Devil’s Staircase Dare. Ohiya Sri Lanka
It’s Easter Sunday, and a beautiful day here in Ohiya. We awake to the promise of another challenge and adventure. Today, we’re taking on the Devil’s Staircase, a spur-of-the-moment plan! Needless to say, we are excited to descend this legendary trail, starting from the top and winding our way down to Kalupahana. After a hearty…
Taking on Pekoe Trail 12. Udaveriya Sri Lanka
Today, unlike yesterday, finds us eager and prepared to tackle the formidable Pekoe Trail 12 early. This 14.8-kilometer trail, notorious for its difficulty, commences in Udaveriya and will ultimately lead us to Haputale. Along the way, we’ll navigate through overgrown paths, traverse enchanting pine forests, wander through tea estates, and flirt with the edges of precipices, all of which…
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