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Yala National Park Premium Safari : Private & Shared Jeep Tour
Outdoor & sports activities • From Tissamaharama, Weerawila, Hambantota, Colombo

Yala National Park Premium Safari : Private & Shared Jeep Tour

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English guided
7+ hrs
5.0 / 5
(7)
NT$ 609
Kandy to Ella Half-Day Scenic Train Journey
Klook's choice
Tours • Ella

Kandy to Ella Half-Day Scenic Train Journey

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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
50+ booked
NT$ 3,654
Sri Lanka Grand Tour Private 7-Day Experience
Klook's choice
Tours • From Colombo, Kalutara, Ella, Gampaha District, Panadura DS Division

Sri Lanka Grand Tour Private 7-Day Experience

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Private tour
English guided
4.9 / 5
(36) • 100+ booked
NT$ 24,359
Yala National Park Safari Day Tour from Ella
Tours • From Ella

Yala National Park Safari Day Tour from Ella

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Private tour
Small group
4.1 / 5
(20) • 700+ booked
NT$ 1,529
Ella Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak Private Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Ella, Colombo, Kalutara, Gampaha

Ella Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak Private Tour

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Private tour
English guided
4.8 / 5
(32) • 100+ booked
NT$ 4,114
Kandy & Sigiriya 2-Day Private Tour with Deluxe Accommodation
Tours • From Colombo, Ella, Kandy, Galle, Matara

Kandy & Sigiriya 2-Day Private Tour with Deluxe Accommodation

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Private tour
English guided
5.0 / 5
(4)
NT$ 14,616
Colombo Sigiriya & Ella 3-Day Private UNESCO Safari Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Colombo, Negombo

Colombo Sigiriya & Ella 3-Day Private UNESCO Safari Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
NT$ 8,120
Ella Full-Day Tour with Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak
Tours • From Galle, Hikkaduwa, Talpe, Tangalle, Mirissa

Ella Full-Day Tour with Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak

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English guided
Free cancellation
NT$ 1,827
Nuwara Eliya Private Day Tour from Ella
Tours • From Ella

Nuwara Eliya Private Day Tour from Ella

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Private tour
English guided
3.7 / 5
(3) • 100+ booked
NT$ 1,179
Colombo Yala & Ella 5-Day Private Wildlife & Cultural Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Colombo

Colombo Yala & Ella 5-Day Private Wildlife & Cultural Tour

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Private tour
English guided
5.0 / 5
(6)
NT$ 32,073
Sri Lanka Multi-Day Private Guided Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Colombo

Sri Lanka Multi-Day Private Guided Tour

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Private tour
English guided
5.0 / 5
(2)
NT$ 28,013
Kandy, Nuwara Eliya & Ella 4-Day Small Group Discovery
Tours • From Colombo

Kandy, Nuwara Eliya & Ella 4-Day Small Group Discovery

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
NT$ 20,299
Ella Flower Garden Resort
Hotels • Ella

Ella Flower Garden Resort

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4.2 / 5
(37)
From
NT$ 4,466
NT$ 4,775
Nine Arch Holiday Resort
Hotels • Ella

Nine Arch Holiday Resort

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4.4 / 5
(5)
From
NT$ 966
Nest of peak
Hotels • Ella

Nest of peak

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NT$ 711
The Cubes Ella
Hotels • Ella

The Cubes Ella

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4.8 / 5
(67)
From
NT$ 2,170
Ella Deck Resort
Hotels • Ella

Ella Deck Resort

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From
NT$ 2,086
ELLA NATURE NEST
Hotels • Ella

ELLA NATURE NEST

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4.3 / 5
(34)
From
NT$ 571
Mount Crest Lodge
Hotels • Ella

Mount Crest Lodge

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3.6 / 5
(16)
From
NT$ 604
RAVANA RANGE ELLA
Hotels • Ella

RAVANA RANGE ELLA

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4.0 / 5
(61)
From
NT$ 2,190
Ella Trail Luxury Villa
Hotels • Ella

Ella Trail Luxury Villa

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From
NT$ 3,037
ella dream mount
Hotels • Ella

ella dream mount

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From
NT$ 1,257
98 Acres Resort & Spa
Hotels • Ella

98 Acres Resort & Spa

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4.7 / 5
(105)
From
NT$ 18,613
Hillcrest
Hotels • Ella

Hillcrest

Instant confirmation
4.4 / 5
(20)
From
NT$ 2,444

Reviews of Ella activities

LEUNG ********
2026-09-19 09:35:32
Fantastic 5.0
For my trip to Sri Lanka this time, I chose a 7-day luxury tour, handled by Ceylon Paradise Tours. The entire journey was wonderful! We visited many different places, and the hotels, transportation, and overall arrangements were excellent. The accommodations were very comfortable, and visiting the attractions went smoothly. Overall, I'm very satisfied. I especially want to thank my driver, Wasantha. He was incredibly amazing—very attentive, patient, and explained everything so well throughout the trip. He made sure to show me all the worthwhile sights, and basically fulfilled all my wishes for where to go and what to do. I hope he gets more tours! He's truly fantastic!!! Finally, I want to thank Ceylon Paradise Tours and driver Wasantha. This trip to Sri Lanka created so many golden memories. If I have the chance to visit Sri Lanka again, I'll definitely reach out to them for help. Highly recommend visiting Sigiriya and going on a safari! 🐆🐅🐘
Mia *******
2026-08-14 12:30:52
Fantastic 5.0
We went to Yala National park today with Srizara. We had Lucky come with us as a naturalist and guide for the day. We had a great experience and were able to see all the animals on our list including the leopard with the opportunity to take great photos. We couldn’t have hoped for a better day thank you 🙂.
Klook会員
2026-09-21 10:58:49
Fantastic 5.0
I loved this tour! It was private, flexible, and very relaxing. Sachi, my tour guide, was always kind and attentive, and made sure I was comfortable throughout the trip. I visited so many places and had so many great experiences in just two days. Thank you.
Klook User
2026-07-22 07:07:43
Fantastic 5.0
I had a very memorable trip with this travel agency. The tour guide , Madawa , is kind, friendly and organized. Really enjoyed the travel overall, highly recommended, hope more people get to experience Sri Lanka 🇱🇰 ❤️
Klook用戶
2026-06-19 11:15:39
Fantastic 5.0
Oshan and Imeth are professional guides. They are punctual for meetups. Since Sri Lanka’s weather can be unpredictable, the guides also monitor cloud forecasts to anticipate the weather and arrange the best itinerary for us, ensuring we don’t miss any attractions. They are also excellent photographers, capturing many priceless photos for us. Highly recommended.
Klook会員
2026-05-05 04:56:56
Fantastic 5.0
I wanted to tour efficiently, so I booked a package. I had requested to stay at the Heritance Kandalama Hotel, known as Bawa's masterpiece, and the tour company changed the plan to arrange my stay there. They even went the extra mile and requested a room with a view of Sigiriya Rock from the hotel, and indeed, the room was perfect—I could see Sigiriya Rock right from my bed. The rest of the tour itinerary was also flexible; we could discuss it with the guide the day before, considering our energy levels. Our guide, Osha, was also excellent. It was a very fulfilling five days, and since it was a private tour, we were able to enjoy it comfortably. Tour Guide: Thank you, Osha! 😊
Klook User
2026-07-03 08:09:34
Fantastic 5.0
The service is very good. Prices are also affordable. Our driver , Ishara , was very cooperative and he was punctual too. I would recommend to take their services.
Klook User
2026-08-26 16:36:13
Great 4.0
The room was huge, well-air-conditioned, and featured a lovely small balcony with a stunning view, along with a clean private bathroom. Overall, the cleanliness was good, and the staff were exceptionally friendly, helpful, and always smiling. The place also felt very safe and secure throughout my stay. ​However, getting to the property was quite a challenge. The road leading up to it is very bumpy and uneven, and standard Uber drivers refuse to go there. As a result, I had to pay the driver a much higher rate than usual just to convince him to take me there

Ella at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Ella?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+100%
+50%
Typical
-50%
-100%
-10%
Jan
+23%
Feb
+52%
Mar
Busiest +61%
Apr
-29%
May
-52% Quietest
Jun
-29%
Jul
+9%
Aug
-19%
Sep
+4%
Oct
-15%
Nov
+5%
Dec

Demand peaks in April (about 61% above a typical month) while June is much quieter (roughly 52% below a typical month); travellers from Singapore should book early for April, while June offers easier availability and fewer crowds. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Ella cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$160
$140
$120
$100
$80
Avg $106 Priciest $147 Cheapest $81
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in January at around USD 81, roughly 45% below the priciest month in September (around USD 147); this quieter, cheaper slot can mean better value for travellers. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

5 daysLast-minute
16 daysTypical
30 daysEarly

Most travellers book around 16 days ahead, so those from Singapore can be fairly flexible; peak demand in April means consider booking earlier than the typical 16 days. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Ella

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1TWD = 10.20LKR

  • Official languages

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Singapore

What to know before visiting Ella

Quick overview of Ella’s travel rhythm and offerings

Ella draws most bookings for Tours and cultural experiences, with Tours dominating the local mix. Demand peaks in April and drops to a trough in June, giving the town a clear high-season pulse and quieter months later in the year.

When to visit and how prices behave

Klook booking data show April is the busiest month while June is the quietest. Prices do not exactly mirror demand: bookings climb into April but prices peak in September, and the cheapest month by Klook data is January. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for January or June; for peak-season atmosphere and the liveliest tours choose April or nearby months. Note that September can feel more expensive even though it isn’t the busiest month.

Tips for travellers from Singapore

Most travellers from Singapore typically book about two weeks in advance, with last-minute bookings still possible within a few days. If you’re planning to travel in April (the peak month), consider securing popular tours earlier; for quieter months you can be more flexible and book closer to your dates on Klook.

FAQs about Ella

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