Loolkandura locates in Kandy district. It is one of the most beautiful landscapes in Sri Lanka if not in the world. This place is ideal for a retreat from your Busy life style.
From Colombo, Loolkandura or Loolecondera is situated 148-150km East to Colombo and Central province of Sri Lanka. You can use rail or road to approach this monumentally significant as well as picturesque estate.
You can approach Loolkandura by bus or Tuk Tuk.If you use bus, take a bus from Kandy to Hewaheta bus via Galaha then get down from Lool Kandura estate. Usually this trip takes about 2 hours from Kandy.Usually, you have to come to Kandy and then approach Deltota. Loolkandura is on the border of Kandy-Nuwara-Eliya.Loolkandura has pleasant weather and usually around 20C–30C. It is ideal for your vacation. However, rain can be expected throughout the year as well as misty surroundings. This place is famous for wedding photography.You also can be camping in the site. In the night time, the surrounding weather can be challenging. Therefore, you need to come prepared for chilly weather.
If you like to have a hiking experience, Kondagala mountain also nearby and you can climb that scenic mountain too. The most of the people prefer to take a photo from the top of the mountain. The mountain’s unique settings made it a special place.
Kondagala is about 300-meter and 30-40 minutes’ hike. The mist laden viewpoints are surreal and picturesque. You should bring your camera to this wonderful place. The hike not a difficult one provided that weather is pleasant.
However, the viewpoints take different colors based on the weather around. A sunny morning could be ideal for your best camera shot, but misty mountain peak also second to none.
You also can find a small but splendid natural pool. So be ready for a bath. There also a small waterfall called Padipeli Ella.The demography in the surrounding area is predominantly Tamil. The best time to visit Lool Kandura is in the morning 7.00 – 8.00 a.m.
Drinking water is a must for any camping, sightseeing and hiking trek. So, you need to bring drinking water with you during this tour.
You can find accommodation nearby, Deltota and Galaha. However, in case you want a camping experience, you have to come prepare for the chilly weather in the night. It always better to plan your trip for 2 days to enjoy the trip most.
