Hanthana mountain range

Hiking in Hanthana Mountain

Hanthana  mountain range
Astronomyinertia, Hanthana range, CC BY-SA 3.0

Nestled southwest of the city of Kandy, the Hanthana Mountain range is one such hiking adventure you would always want to go on more than once. Decorated with seven scenic peaks, the trails are known to challenge the most daring of hiker, but a trip can be arranged as part of you Sri Lanka travel experience. Jetwing Travels, the organisers of Sri Lanka tours to many parts of the island will be more than happy to serve you.

Unearth the rich biodiversity of the area also called the Hanthana Conservation Forest. The highest of all the peaks is Uura Kanda and comes across as a picturesque setting for viewers to encounter wild flowers and colourful butterflies. With gusty winds and chilly weather throughout the year, a hike to Katusukonda which is the final chapter of the mountain range will prove to be quite entertaining.

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