Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella
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Is Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella worth booking?
Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella is a 9-hour experience in Ella, Sri Lanka, from $88 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $88 per person
This gives you the chance to experience life in the rustic village of Etili, located near Ella. Get a ride on a Landmaster vehicle. Get to get an in-depth knowledge of Chena Cultivation. Go on a boat safari as you watch
What you get
- Water Bottle Per Person.
- Service of an English Speaking Local Guide
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Authentic Village Lunch.
About this experience
This gives you the chance to experience life in the rustic village of Etili, located near Ella. Get a ride on a Landmaster vehicle. Get to get an in-depth knowledge of Chena Cultivation. Go on a boat safari as you watch amazing wildlife and birdlife. Enjoy a delicious village lunch. Give back to Mother Nature by planting a sapling. Hike our for a view of the region at the best scenic viewpoint in the area. Finish off with a view of the sunset.
What's included
Included
- Water Bottle Per Person.
- Service of an English Speaking Local Guide
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Authentic Village Lunch.
Not included
- Food and Drinks where not specified.
- Entrance fees where not specified.
- Gratitudes.
What you'll see and do
Ravana Ella Falls
You will be starting your tour at 9:00 am from the Mirissa Kade Junction in Ella. Ensure that you have breakfast before starting the tour, as you won’t be stopping for food until lunchtime. There will be a classic Landmaster vehicle arriving to pick you up. After traveling along the bumpy country tracks for over half an hour, you will reach a pretty rustic village with friendly natives. This is Etili. Your guide will show you around the village and introduce you to some of the locals. And you will have a chance to see how they spend their lives. At 10:00 am, you will be taken a tour of the villagers’ china cultivation fields. ‘Chena’ cultivation is form of seasonal cultivation practiced by the locals of the island to maximize the effects of the monsoonal rains. At 11:00 am you will finish the tour on the banks of a lake. You will find a little boat waiting to take you on a safari. You can then wear the life jackets that are provided to you and start your colorful journey. Your guide will point out the fauna and flora along the way. There is a chance that you may see Sri Lankan Elephants drinking water along the banks, or some monkeys swinging through the trees, or even a peacock dancing on a large flat rock. If you bring your binoculars you can do some proper birdwatching. The photography opportunities here are phenomenal. You can also relax onboard with a nice chilled beer in hand, if you like. At 12:30 pm you will be returning to the village for lunch. This will be authentic Sri Lankan food cooked in clay pots over a wood fire at one of the villagers’ homes. After you’ve eaten the deliciously spicy food, you can cool your tongue with a desert of buffalo curd and treacle. At 1:30 pm you will be going to a field to do some ecological work. You will be planting a tree sapling that will last for the future. After the planting, your guide will take you on a short hike to a nearby viewpoint. This will be a place for some great photographs. You will be given a mug of herbal tea, at this point, which will refresh you. Once you return to the village at approximately 4:00 pm, you will be taken to the lake once again. Here you will have a chance to watch the sunset till 5:00 pm. At this point in time, your village experience will come to an end; and you will be dropped off back at your hotel in Ella. Day Itinerary Summary - • 09:00 am – pick up from the Mirissa kade junction. • 10:00 am – reach to the Chena. • 11:00 am – boat journey in the lake. • 12:30 pm – village lunch experience. • 01:30 pm – plant a tree • 02:00 pm – small hike. You will reach a location with a viewpoint. • 04:00 pm – back to the lake and view the sunset • 05:00 pm - drop off at the hotel. Comfortable clothes for cooler weather, walking shoes and hats recommended for this tour.
8 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lakpura LLC
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 7+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $88 to $179
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ella.
How much does Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella cost?
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Prices start at $88 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ella usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ella is not rushed.
Is Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ella, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 7. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ella can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ella and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Ella Countryside Village Tour from Ella start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ella within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ella?
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On Outty we rank every Ella experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Halpewatte Tea Factory Tour in Ella Sri Lanka, Halpewatte Tea Plantation Tour in Ella, Sri Lanka, Discover Ella - Ella Rock, Little Adam's Peak & Nine Arch Bridge. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ella?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ella?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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