Ella Wala Falls |Ella SriLanka

Chasing Waterfall – Ella Wala Falls

Ella wala is beautiful and small waterfall lying in the wellawaya and accessible from the Ella-Wellawaya Road, Sri Lanka. Elle wala waterfall is a hidden gem inside the jungle about five km from Wellawaya Town, but it not far form main road.

How to get here

Reaching via Ella, travel about 20KM on the Ella-Wellawaya Road to reach the Rathmal Vehera Ancient Temple. Take the road opposite to the temple which will lead to the Ellawaa waterfall.

If your are wish to go there, keep it mind, you have to go rough and not suitable for a vehicle with low ground clearance. Better to come up with a 4×4 vehicle. But walking with nature is the best medium to go there.

Things to know before you go

• It is safe to have a bath in the natural pool.
• Extra cautious specially on rainy days as the water level could go up dramatically
• Keep in mind since the waterfall in located inside the jungle, area is no very populated at all. Thus finding help in an emergency situation will not be easy
  
  

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to Ella Wala Falls?

From Ella, travel about 20km along the Ella-Wellawaya Road to the Rathmal Vehera Ancient Temple. The turn-off opposite the temple leads to the falls, which are around 5km from Wellawaya town.

Do I need a 4×4 to reach Ella Wala Falls?

The access road is rough and not suitable for vehicles with low ground clearance, so a 4×4 is recommended. Walking in is also a good option if you don’t have one.

Is it safe to swim at Ella Wala Falls?

It’s generally safe to bathe in the natural pool, but be extra cautious on rainy days since the water level can rise quickly. The falls sit inside a sparsely populated jungle area, so help is not close by in an emergency.

Plan Your Trip

For more on timing a Sri Lanka trip around weather and travel seasons, see our Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka guide.