Diyaluma Falls
Sri Lanka's second-highest waterfall, with a drop of about 220 metres. Hike to the top to swim in natural rock pools and look out over the plains.
Diyaluma Falls lies near Koslanda, between Ella and Haputale. It plunges about 220 metres over the edge of the highlands, making it Sri Lanka's second-highest waterfall. The full falls are visible from the roadside, but the more popular option is to hike from a nearby village for about 40 to 60 minutes along tea estate and forest trails to the top. There you'll find several clear natural rock pools where you can swim at the cliff edge and look out over the southern plains. A local guide is recommended. Avoid getting close to the edge during the rainy season or when water flow is high. It's about an hour's drive from Ella.
Opening hours
Open all day (daytime)
Nearby sights
- Lipton's Seat
- Dambatenne Tea Factory
- Buduruwagala
- Adisham Bungalow
- Ravana Falls
- Ella Rock
- Ella
- Little Adam's Peak