upper Hunnas Falls, Kandy Srialnka

The Knuckles mountain range extends up to Matale – the Hunnasgiriya is located at one end, 1765m above sea level. This area is subject to every climatic condition of the island. A group of five streams flow from here and meet to form the Mahaoya Reservoir, which leads on to Hunas Falls (48m high and 12m wide) and the Sudu Ganga River.

The Upper Hunas Falls lies above the Hunas Falls Hotel in the Hunnasgiriya Estate and its 5min Walk. Nice little waterfall which eventually goes on to create the hunnasgiriya waterfall. Jungle trail is full with leaches. Be extra cautious if you are not a fan.

Travel Guide Contents

Travel at Glance

  • Direction :  Kandy-> Katugastota ->Madawala (Google_Map_Location)
  • Transport : Any Medium (Taxi / Public Transport)
  • Travel Time: (Form Kandy 1 hrs)
  • Accommodation: Amya Hunnas Falls
  • Activities: Photography / Nature Trails / Cycling & Mountain Biking / Filming / waterfall Hunting


Tips, Notes and Special Remark

– Leech protection is high at Upper Hunns fall
– Ask directions from locals
– Visit during rainy season
– Do not carry Plastic items, Make sure you bring back everything you took.

Image Gallery

  • Multi-tiered Upper Hunas Falls cascading down a layered rock face surrounded by forest
  • Upper Hunas Falls flowing over stepped rock ledges surrounded by green forest
  • Low-angle view looking up at Upper Hunas Falls cascading through dense vegetation
  • Moody overcast view of Upper Hunas Falls cascading through dense forest foliage
  • Sunset over a still lake near Upper Hunas Falls with silhouetted trees and orange sky reflected in the water
  • Close-up of thin aerial plant roots forming a web-like pattern near the forest trail
  • Forest trail surrounded by trees and dense greenery near Upper Hunas Falls

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Upper Hunas Falls?

It feeds into the 48-meter, 12-meter-wide Hunas Falls below; the upper falls itself is a short, easy 5-minute walk from the Hunas Falls Hotel (Amaya Hunas Falls).

Is the trail leech-heavy?

Yes – leech protection is strongly recommended on this jungle trail.

When’s the best time to visit?

The rainy season, when the falls carry the most water.

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