Ella Travel Guide 2025
Sri Lanka’s Misty Hill Country Gem
Welcome to Ella; A cozy mountain town located over 1,000 meters high in Sri Lanka’s Uva Province. With its emerald
tea plantations, cloud-kissed peaks, and colonial charm, Ella has rightfully earned its place as one of the most popular
destinations in Sri Lanka.
Location & How to Get There
Ella is in the middle of Sri Lanka’s central highlands, about 200 km east of Colombo. Rail travel is the most well known mode of transportation.
From the South Coast
Highly Recommended
Route: Galle, Mirissa, and Matara to Ella
Why it’s recommended: This is the perfect way to relax on the tropical beaches “down south” first, then cool off in
the misty mountains of Ella. The journey itself is breathtaking, transitioning from coconut palms to pine forests and tea estates.