Time zone
GMT +05:30
No time difference
Currency
Sri Lankan Rupee
1THB = 9.81LKR
Official languages
Sinhala
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Flight time
22 hours
When departing from Los Angeles
Top things to do in Ella
Yala National Park Premium Safari : Private & Shared Jeep Tour
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English guided
7+ hrs
(7) • 50+ booked
฿ 720
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Ella Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak Private Tour
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Private tour
English guided
(32) • 100+ booked
฿ 4,294
Klook's choice
Sri Lanka Grand Tour Private 7-Day Experience
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Private tour
English guided
(37) • 100+ booked
฿ 25,425
Ella Full-Day Tour with Nine Arches Bridge & Little Adam's Peak
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English guided
Free cancellation
฿ 1,907
Yala National Park Safari Day Tour from Ella
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Private tour
Small group
(20) • 700+ booked
฿ 1,596
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Colombo Yala & Ella 5-Day Private Wildlife & Cultural Tour
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Private tour
English guided
(7)
฿ 33,477
Sri Lanka 5-Day Private Cultural & Wildlife Tour
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English guided
Free cancellation
฿ 12,204
Nuwara Eliya Private Day Tour from Ella
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Private tour
English guided
(3) • 100+ booked
฿ 1,107.9
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Colombo Sigiriya & Ella 3-Day Private UNESCO Safari Tour
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English guided
Free cancellation
฿ 8,475
Ella Nine Arches Bridge & Waterfalls Full-Day Experience
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English guided
Free cancellation
฿ 1,059
Klook's choice
฿ 29,239
Kandy & Sigiriya 2-Day Private Tour with Deluxe Accommodation
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Private tour
English guided
(4)
฿ 15,255
Hotels in Ella
From
฿ 950.5
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฿ 1,017.8
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฿ 4,689.6
฿ 5,013.9
Newburgh Ella - The Tea Factory Resort
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฿ 7,666.2
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฿ 2,306.6
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฿ 19,602.3
Nest of peak
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฿ 748.8
From
฿ 584.9
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฿ 2,285.7
From
฿ 2,679.9
฿ 3,698.6
Ella Trail Luxury Villa
Instant confirmation
From
฿ 3,198.3
Reviews of Ella activities
CHO *******
2026-10-09 16:09:06
This was our first time visiting Sri Lanka, and we really wanted to go on a safari. We booked just a day in advance, but they handled everything very kindly. We were also very grateful that they arrived right on time for our appointment. Our guide did his absolute best to give us a great safari experience. He took us to more places and spent more time than other groups, allowing us to see countless animals. We would like to thank him once again. If you come to Sri Lanka, you must definitely experience a safari, and be sure to book it here. You will create unforgettable memories.
LEUNG ********
2026-09-19 09:35:32
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! 🐆🐅🐘
Klook用戶
2026-06-19 11:15:39
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 用戶
2026-07-17 02:59:06
It's a good experienc. Our tour guide udara is attentive, cheerful, and provided excellent service. He offered insightful explanations regarding the history and culture of each location, which greatly enriched our experience. The pace of the trip was well-organized, ensuring a comfortable balance between sightseeing and downtime. He was consistently attentive to the needs of us. The weather of Sri Lanka is good and activities were really fun!
Klook User
2026-07-22 07:07:43
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 User
2026-07-03 08:09:34
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会員
2026-09-21 10:58:49
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.
Islam *********
2026-10-30 15:04:28
We stayed at Nine Arch Holiday Resort for one night during our visit to Ella, and overall, we had a good experience.
The property is conveniently located near the tuk-tuk access road to Nine Arch Bridge, making it a good choice for visitors who want to explore this popular attraction.
We had originally booked a non-AC room. Before check-in, the staff kindly showed us both the booked room and an AC room, giving us the option to upgrade for an additional charge. We decided to upgrade, and the room was quite good. It was clean and comfortable, with a nice balcony overlooking the hills. The bathroom was also clean, well-maintained, and had all the necessary amenities.
One thing we didn't particularly like was that breakfast was not included, even after paying extra for the room upgrade.
Apart from that, everything was good. A good option for travellers visiting Ella, especially because of its convenient location near Nine Arch Bridge.
Klook User
2026-08-26 16:36:13
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
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What to do in Ella throughout the year
Ella is best known for Tours and cultural experiences, with guided outings and local-led activities dominating bookings. Klook booking data shows Tours as the clear top category by volume, followed by Cultural experiences, and demand moves through a distinct seasonal rhythm: April is the peak month while June is the quietest month. Plan for outdoor and sightseeing Tours in the busier spring months, and expect a calmer pace and more space for intimate Cultural experiences in the quieter summer month. Decide whether you want peak atmosphere or quieter travel when choosing dates.
Best months for price and crowds
Demand on Klook peaks in April and falls to its low in June; prices move separately across the year, with the priciest median bookings in September and the lowest typical prices in January. That means April offers strong atmosphere but not the highest typical prices, while September is when prices trend highest even though demand is not at its peak. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider January or June; for lively peak-season atmosphere choose April.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | About average | USD 81 |
| February | Busier than usual | USD 82 |
| March | Peak demand | USD 113 |
| April | Peak demand | USD 81 |
| May | Quieter than usual | USD 124 |
| June | Very quiet | USD 86 |
| July | Quieter than usual | USD 100 |
| August | About average | USD 100 |
| September | Quieter than usual | USD 147 |
| October | About average | USD 100 |
| November | Quieter than usual | USD 127 |
| December | About average | USD 127 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travelers from the United States
Most travelers from the United States tend to book a bit in advance: on Klook people typically lock experiences in about 16 days ahead, while the earliest planners book around 30 days out. That makes Ella a destination you can plan with moderate lead time — lock in must-do Tours before April if you want peak-season dates, and you can be more flexible in June when demand is very quiet. Use Klook to compare typical prices and secure spots for popular activities early; many experiences remain available close to travel but booking ahead avoids disappointment.
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