Bambarakanda Falls
Bambarakanda Falls
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Yasara S
Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka52 contributions
Dec 2017 • Family
I went there with my family on last year. It is situated in Klaupahana, Sri Lanka. Having learnt & heard, Bambarakanda falls is the highest waterfall, we were curious to visit it. From the main road,Badulla-Colombo(99), There is a road about 5 kms,that leads to Bambarakanda Falls. You can go by a tuk tuk,by your own vehicle or you can walk. no any problems. Because you can have a original feeling of visiting a calm,cool & beautiful place. It was like searching a treasure. 🤭🙊 Finally, after about 5 kms, on the road, we found the entrance to the falls. then we have to buy tickets. And then, we can have & really enjoy a nice walk to the falls. Because, we have to walk through a forest, Through trees, on stairs,while listening to the voice of mother nature, It is really enjoyable. Finally, we can see the waterfall. We've never seen such a beautiful fall. Really,it makes us stay there. Calms our minds. So, the visit to bambarakanda falls is the most unforgettable journey in my life.
Written November 10, 2018
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MudithaG
Cergy, France187 contributions
Feb 2017 • Friends
I was there with my friends on February 2017.
Bambarakanda is highest waterfall of Sri Lanka. 790 feet high. Belihull Oya , the one who makes such magnificent view.
Turn at Haldummulla , Kalupahana junction and it will take 20 mins by car. Or at the junction there are three wheelers and it costs like 500/= to the water fall.
You have to buy a ticket at the entrance.
After 20 mins of walk from the ticket counters you will arrive to the waterfall. But DO NOT try to climb the rocks or have a bath. It could be very dangerous.
Enjoy and safe . Cheers !
Bambarakanda is highest waterfall of Sri Lanka. 790 feet high. Belihull Oya , the one who makes such magnificent view.
Turn at Haldummulla , Kalupahana junction and it will take 20 mins by car. Or at the junction there are three wheelers and it costs like 500/= to the water fall.
You have to buy a ticket at the entrance.
After 20 mins of walk from the ticket counters you will arrive to the waterfall. But DO NOT try to climb the rocks or have a bath. It could be very dangerous.
Enjoy and safe . Cheers !
Written February 19, 2017
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Kitta2
Gold Coast, Australia921 contributions
May 2018 • Couples
With a sheer drop of a 263 meters Bambarakanda Falls is the highest waterfall in SL and 299th highest in the world. Not visible from the main road.
We travelled from Haputale towards Ratnapura to Kalupahana town and turn off at the sign board to Ohiya road. Then drove about 4 km along tarred narrow road to the parking spot. Had to pay a very low entrance free but it's worth way more than that. Walked about 500 m towards base of the falls. Steps along the way hasn't taken the natural beauty but made it easy for every one.
Previous day rain gave us a best flow of water and much needed water spray. Can spend hours and hours sitting on a bench on the platform. What a beauty !!
March to May months are the best for viewing. Proper walking shoes and early morning start would be ideal.
We travelled from Haputale towards Ratnapura to Kalupahana town and turn off at the sign board to Ohiya road. Then drove about 4 km along tarred narrow road to the parking spot. Had to pay a very low entrance free but it's worth way more than that. Walked about 500 m towards base of the falls. Steps along the way hasn't taken the natural beauty but made it easy for every one.
Previous day rain gave us a best flow of water and much needed water spray. Can spend hours and hours sitting on a bench on the platform. What a beauty !!
March to May months are the best for viewing. Proper walking shoes and early morning start would be ideal.
Written May 21, 2018
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Irshad M
Windhoek, Namibia30 contributions
Mar 2015
if you like waterfall bathing, one of the best place
highly recommended to visit lanka falls which is located closer to bambarakanda
highly recommended to visit lanka falls which is located closer to bambarakanda
Written September 7, 2015
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ShirozS
Kalutara, Sri Lanka117 contributions
Dec 2014 • Family
First ... how to find this hidden paradise... if you have access to google map just type bambarakanda falls, within seconds you will get the directions( here im attaching a map from google) or else just remember its in between beragala and belihuloya in A4 road. From there a 5km hike to the waterfall. The road itself is a picturesque one, with wonderful scenery all around. Never forget your camera if you are a nature enthusiasts. You will find few small villages on your way to top. Mind it its very narrow road but still you can drive a van/suv/mpv. When you reach the summit from the you have to walk around 2km to the waterfall. Newly built steps will help you to ease yourself. On the way 2 clean public toilets are available. Once you reach the bottom of the waterfall .....what can i say..... just enjoy the moment... but remember never try to swim or bath in the natural pool though its very tempting...!!!!
Written December 15, 2014
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Lasith Imarshana
Ingiriya, Sri Lanka84 contributions
Oct 2021 • Friends
Babarakanda falls is situated in Kalupahana. The Babarakanda falls can be found in a forest of pine trees. It is beautiful falls. Traveling to this place is not easy as to the other falls of Sri Lanka.
Written January 19, 2022
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mahinda2004
Colombo, Sri Lanka109 contributions
Aug 2019
The waterfall is very beautiful . Surrounding area is also beautiful . Recommend to go early in the day as it tends to get crowded in the afternoon and specially during weekends where people come in groups.It is a safe place to have a bath.
Written August 27, 2019
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jm.explorer.deen25
Dubai, United Arab Emirates185 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
It’s my first time in sri lanka and my boyfriend bring me and the family to the tallest falls in sri lanka. It was so beautiful you can see the beauty of nature.
It was well preserve, just to tell you they have ticket to go inside and the tourists have little bit expensive entrance fee than the locals.
But all worth it. Hope to come again
We enjoy so much
It was well preserve, just to tell you they have ticket to go inside and the tourists have little bit expensive entrance fee than the locals.
But all worth it. Hope to come again
We enjoy so much
Written April 18, 2019
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Anan2012
Melbourne, Australia234 contributions
Feb 2019 • Family
We visited the Bambarakanda Falls, which is the highest waterfall (almost 800m). The access road was narrow but cars and vans can easily access it. The site has been developed recently with guard rails, steps and toilets. There was less water when we visited but this is a worthwhile stop if you are into waterfalls.
Written February 4, 2019
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The Travel Couple - Chathu & Ishanka
Kalutara, Sri Lanka1,629 contributions
Dec 2018 • Couples
This is the highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. Access road is narrow and small vehicles like cars and vans would be the suitable option to reach here. A small area is available for parking. Entry ticket is 20 rupees. There’s a pathway that leads to the bottom of the falls. It’s basically dry most of the year. But can be very violent in the rainy season.
Written December 21, 2018
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Can we bathe at this waterfall...?
Written January 12, 2020
Yes you can unless water level is very high
Written January 16, 2020
We probably only have time to do either Bambarakanda or Diyaluma on our trip. Bambarakanda would be after World's End, and Diyaluma would be on the way from Ella to the coast. We would be interested in doing a short-ish hike and maybe having a swim... Which one is a better choice? Thanks!
Written February 25, 2018
Hi if you interest in a little hike bambarakanda is the place. You even can go to the top of the waterfall.from there view is superb.personally i don't recommend to have a swim at waterfalls.But you can ask from the guys at ticket counter they will help you..enjoy
Written February 26, 2018
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