There are several activities and attractions you can explore when you visit Horton plains national park. Here is a list of those activities and attractions.
1. Wildlife Sighting
When you visit the park, among the attractions which you should not miss to explore are sighting wildlife animals such as ferns, orchids, lichens, Wild Boa, Purple Faced Langur, Sri Lanka Superfowl, Magpie, Wood Pigeon, Red Slender Loris and other animals.
If you love birdwatching you will to see different bird species no matter if they are small or big it is easy to spot them in this park. You can spot even the endemic animal species while hiking such as e rhino horn lizard, Stripe-necked mongoose and giant squirrels.
2. World’s End
This is the main attraction in the park. It is the sudden end of the plateau in the park. When you hike to the
end
and the skies are clear you get to see the Adam’s Peak.
For clear views from the World end you should visit during morning hours. You will love the views and appreciate
the
Sri Lankan highlands natural beauty.
3. Baker’s Fall
The baker’s fall is around 20 metres high and is an ideal spot to take picture surrounded with plenty of flora.
There is a trail which lead to the waterfall you should follow it. The water which led to this fall is from
tributary of the river Belihuloya.
4. Farr Inn
Before you start hiking in the park you can visit this hunting lodge. It was once a lodge for decorated British
Officials.
Today the lodge has beautiful cafe and visitor centre. And it is where you leave your car and then proceed to the
park on foot. If you want to know about the park history there is a small souvenir shop next door with books all
about the park.
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