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The cone of Sri Pada (Adam's Peak) rising above the forest

Activity · Sri Pada (Adam's Peak)

Night climb of Sri Pada (Adam's Peak)

The overnight climb from Nallathanni on a stepped path lit by lamps, past shrines and tea stalls, to see sunrise and the shadow of the peak from the summit.

Best season
January to April and December
Time to allow
7 hr (at least 6 hr)
Best time of day
Sunrise
Entry
Free entry
What to wear
Cover your shoulders and knees, and be ready to take your shoes off.
Good for
A proper walk, older children and adults

Donations are welcome at the summit temple.

Usually not running or closed: June, July, August, September, October, November.

Photos

Sri Pada (Adam's Peak) seen from the approach through the hills
Sri Pada (Adam's Peak) seen from the approach through the hills
Pilgrims on the stairway up Sri Pada (Adam's Peak)
Pilgrims on the stairway up Sri Pada (Adam's Peak)
The triangular shadow of Sri Pada (Adam's Peak) cast over the hills at sunrise
The triangular shadow of Sri Pada (Adam's Peak) cast over the hills at sunrise

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