The Pekoe Trail Stage 01: Hanthana To Galaha – A Journey Through Tea History and Stunning Scenery with Hike Lanka!
From the Ceylon Tea Museum, explore this moderately challenging trail, encountering friendly locals and cinematic history!
Start your Sri Lankan hiking adventure with The Pekoe Trail Stage 01, a captivating 7.98-mile (12.84 km) journey from the Hanthana Estate to Galaha. Begin at the historic Ceylon Tea Museum, ascend through lush landscapes, and discover hidden gems along this moderately challenging route with Hike Lanka!
What to Expect on The Pekoe Trail Stage 01 (Hanthana To Galaha)
Prepare for a 4-hour trek with an elevation gain of 1,762 ft (537m) and a loss of 1,542 ft (470m), reaching a maximum elevation of 3,501 ft (1,067 m). Enjoy primarily easy walking, though some sections have confusing trail markers, concrete roads (50%) and potential leeches. Bring leech socks!.
- Ceylon Tea Museum: Begin at this must-visit museum (ample parking, restrooms). Start a tour that’s “well worth a visit”
- Seven Peaks of Hanthana: Enjoy views of this iconic mountain range.
- “Indiana Jones” Scenery: Discover that it was part of the filming location.
- Galaha Post Office: Conclude your trek at the Galaha Post Office.
- Historical and Cultural landmarks to add: Visit The Upper Hanthana Church,Sandagiri Maha Stupa,Rathnasiri Wickramanayake National Training Center,Katusu Konda,Kithulmulla Vilage, and then end in the all popular Galaha Group Hindu Kovil.
Why Explore Pekoe Trail Stage 01 with Hike Lanka?
- Transportation: We can arrange that all transport needs can be satisfied. It is easy to part from both the start and end, and all that you need to care for is just this current activity.
- Guidance: The 5.2 km area can be where many that follow this plan can fall over, so know which one to follow by just asking, we are there to assist at all times.
- Lunch: At the 10k mark and know the perfect place to get fuel, we will take you to a restuarant where you will love all that the local area has to offer.
- Local Connection: Support the people in there, from transportation to souvenirs all will be something that helps this local community thrive.
Tips for a Memorable Hanthana to Galaha Hike
- Bring water and Snacks : Make all to create fuel from the great trek!.
- What Is Best Clothing: There will be a mix of weather. Be sure that the equipment is with the appropriate garments!.
- Download AllTrails or The Pekoe Trail App :Despite trail markers, a map is handy!.
- There are shops in the cross roads to get something to fuel the body!: Take a moment to enjoy something great.
With HIke Lanka. Take your journey with the beauty of Sri Lanka. What matters is to know where there is something for something – that greatness is here!.
Take the First step! Find the power now!. With The Pekoe Trail Team!