Travel Stories

Every adventure in one place

Browse our collection of travel stories, hiking guides, tea trail adventures, train journeys, and local experiences from across Ella.

Ella Travel•Hill Country, Sri Lanka

Tea, Culture & AdventureAdventure & ActivitiesDay Trips from EllaHiking & ViewpointsIconic Sights & ExperiencesLocal Food FavoritesThings to Do & AttractionsTown Guides & ExplorationWaterfalls, Pools & Nature

The Essential Sri Lankan Dish Where to Find the Best Rice and Curry in Ella

Local Food Favorites

Mar 3, 2026

The Essential Sri Lankan Dish Where to Find the Best Rice and Curry in Ella

Local Food Favorites

Olivia BennettRead story →

How to See Elephants from Ella Planning a Day Safari to Udawalawe National Park

Adventure & Activities

Feb 23, 2026

How to See Elephants from Ella Planning a Day Safari to Udawalawe National Park

Adventure & Activities

Noah WilliamsRead story →

Safety First Tips for Hiking Ella Rock and Little Adam’s Peak Alone

Adventure & Activities

Feb 16, 2026

Safety First Tips for Hiking Ella Rock and Little Adam’s Peak Alone

Adventure & Activities

Adam FosterRead story →

A Luxury Escape in the Hills Reviewing Ravana Pool Club and 98 Acres Resort

Adventure & Activities

Feb 7, 2026

A Luxury Escape in the Hills Reviewing Ravana Pool Club and 98 Acres Resort

Adventure & Activities

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Ella on a Budget Free and Cheap Things to Do in Sri Lanka’s Hill Country

Adventure & Activities

Feb 5, 2026

Ella on a Budget Free and Cheap Things to Do in Sri Lanka’s Hill Country

Adventure & Activities

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Sunset Views and Good Vibes A Local’s Guide to Ella Town’s Main Street

Adventure & Activities

Feb 4, 2026

Sunset Views and Good Vibes A Local’s Guide to Ella Town’s Main Street

Adventure & Activities

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Tea Factory Tours in Ella Which Plantation is Best to Visit Uva Halpewatte vs Others

Tea, Culture & Adventure

Jan 11, 2026

Tea Factory Tours in Ella Which Plantation is Best to Visit Uva Halpewatte vs Others

Tea, Culture & Adventure

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Ravana Falls and Ravana Cave Exploring the Legendary Sites of Ella Sri Lanka

Day Trips from Ella

Jan 10, 2026

Ravana Falls and Ravana Cave Exploring the Legendary Sites of Ella Sri Lanka

Day Trips from Ella

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Diyaluma Falls Day Trip How to Find the Natural Pools and Top Viewpoint from Ella

Waterfalls, Pools & Nature

Jan 9, 2026

Diyaluma Falls Day Trip How to Find the Natural Pools and Top Viewpoint from Ella

Waterfalls, Pools & Nature

Hannah BrooksRead story →

The World’s Most Scenic Train Ride? An Essential Guide to the Kandy to Ella Journey

Town Guides & Exploration

Jan 8, 2026

The World’s Most Scenic Train Ride? An Essential Guide to the Kandy to Ella Journey

Town Guides & Exploration

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Hidden Gems of Ella 7 Unique Experiences Beyond the Main Tourist Trail

Things to Do & Attractions

Jan 7, 2026

Hidden Gems of Ella 7 Unique Experiences Beyond the Main Tourist Trail

Things to Do & Attractions

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Chasing the Blue Train Your Complete Guide to Visiting Ella’s Iconic Nine Arch Bridge

Iconic Sights & Experiences

Jan 7, 2026

Chasing the Blue Train Your Complete Guide to Visiting Ella’s Iconic Nine Arch Bridge

Iconic Sights & Experiences

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Beyond Ella Day Trip Guide to Lipton’s Seat and Dambatenne Tea Factory

Things to Do & Attractions

Jan 6, 2026

Beyond Ella Day Trip Guide to Lipton’s Seat and Dambatenne Tea Factory

Things to Do & Attractions

Hannah BrooksRead story →

The Ultimate Ella Rock Guide: Best Route, Sunrise Tips, and Viewpoint Secrets

Hiking & Viewpoints

Jan 6, 2026

The Ultimate Ella Rock Guide: Best Route, Sunrise Tips, and Viewpoint Secrets

Hiking & Viewpoints

Hannah BrooksRead story →

Zipline Through the Tea Fields: An Adrenaline Rush Guide to Flying Ravana Ella

Things to Do & Attractions

Jan 5, 2026

Zipline Through the Tea Fields: An Adrenaline Rush Guide to Flying Ravana Ella

Things to Do & Attractions

Hannah BrooksRead story →