Waterfalls can be safely called one of the most beautiful creations of nature. Powerful jets of cool water with a hum beat against the coastal stones, pressed into the ground, make a truly amazing impression. All the power of water falling from a great height is captured in these amazing landscapes.
Bambarakanda (Bambarakanda Falls)
Bambarakanda is considered the highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. With a height of 263 meters, it ranks 299th among the highest waterfalls in the world. Bambarakanda is located in a pine forest in Kalupahana in Badulla district, it can be seen driving along the A4 highway. The waterfall originates from the Kuda Oya River, which in turn flows from the Valave River. The best months to visit Bambarakanda are from March to May. During this period, the probability of rain is very low, and the paths around the waterfall are not so slippery. From June to September it is usually very dry and windy, but from November to February it often rains.
Laxapana (Laxapana Falls)
Laksapana Waterfall (126 meters) is the 8th highest waterfall in Sri Lanka and the 625th in the world. It is located in the Hatton area of Nuwara Eliya. It is formed from the Maskelia Oya River. Two hydroelectric power plants that generate 50-100 MW of electricity are named after this waterfall. The name of the waterfall comes from the Sinhalese word “Laxa”, which means “hundreds of thousands” and “Pahana” or “Pashana”, meaning “rocks”.
St. Clair’s Fall
The St. Clair Waterfall (80 m high and 50 m wide) is located in Nuwara Eliya, 1.5 km from Talawakele, and consists of two segments known as “Big St. Clair” and “Little St. Clair”. The waterfall originates from the Kotmale River, which is a tributary of the Mahaveli River, and flows downhill through tea plantations.
Kirindi Ella
This waterfall is located in Ratnapura district. Its height is 117 meters. The water begins to fall from Mount Kuttapitiya and originates from the Kirindi Oya River. At the foot of the waterfall, a deep pool was naturally formed, which is called Diyagathwala (Diyagathwala).
Dunhinda (Dunhinda Falls)
Dunhinda Waterfall is located about 5 kilometers from the city of Badulla and is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Sri Lanka. Its height is 59 m . Dunhinda flows from the Badulu Oya River, which flows through the town of Badulla. The foot of the waterfall is always shrouded in haze, and the vegetation is covered with dew, which is why the waterfall got its name — Dun means “fog” in Sinhalese.
Bobath (Bobath Falls)
Bobat Waterfall is just 15 km from the Colombo—Ratnapura Road. He falls from a height of more than 30 meters into the Kurd Ganges River. Bobat Waterfall is a natural formation of rare beauty, its heart-shaped top resembles the leaves of the sacred Bo tree, hence the name Bopath. This is a very popular picnic spot.
Baker’s Falls
Baker Waterfall (20 meters) is one of the most famous waterfalls in Sri Lanka. It is located in the Horton Plains National Park at a tributary of the Belihul Oya River. The waterfall was named after Sir Samuel Baker, who was a famous explorer. Around the waterfall you can see a lot of rhododendron bushes and ferns.
Makeli (Makeli Falls)
Makeli Waterfall is located in the Kalutara district, you can reach it by the Matugama — Agalawatte road in the direction of Latpandur and then by the Molkava road. Once it was a popular place for swimming. But now there is an observation deck and swimming is prohibited.
Ravana (Ravana Falls)
Ravana Waterfall is located near the Ella — Wellawaya road, this beautiful place can be seen directly from the car. The water falls down several steps, and at each level it has a different shade, which makes the waterfall even more beautiful. The main stream is about 9 meters high. The waterfall got its name from the mythical king Ravana from the great Indian epic poem Ramaniya.
Sera Ella
Sera Ella is located in the northern part of the Knuckles Ridge, about 8 km from Illukumbura. This waterfall, only 10 meters high, originates in the Reverstern area near Matale. Sera Ella, although a very small waterfall, but it leaves a great memory of itself and a lot of impressions.