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Hike to Kondagala via Loolecondera

Kondagala
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Duration

1 Day

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

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Overview

Kondagala is a scenic mountain peak located above the first commercial tea estate called Loolecondera in Sri Lanka. Hike to Kondagala via Loolecondere, hikers Kondagala peak using the Kandy Deltota road. After passing Deltota town, you must take the Hewaheta road, and then reach the Loolecondera Tea Estate. Begin your hike by starting from the estate.

While on top of Kondagala, hikers must be mindful because of the rocky surface, the 90-degree edge and sudden mist.

At Loolecondera Estate in Kandy, the first patch of tea was planted as a test following the failure of coffee cultivation in Sri Lanka. Young 21 year old James Taylor, was in charge of the plantation. He immortalized himself with the wild success of the plantation. Later has become a part of post colonization history of Sri Lanka.

You can enjoy the fantastic view of the surrounding mountain ranges sitting on Taylor’s Seat. The same rock seat used by James Taylor. The chimney of the log cabin which was used by Taylor (only remaining part of the cabin). And also initial patch of tea which was planted by Taylor now known as the No.7 field of the Loolkandura (Loolecondera) Estate.

James Taylor made a unique decision to name the estate. Taylor named his estate “Loolecondera” as a tribute to the local name Loolkandura, which he spelled as it was originally called, unlike other planters who chose English names for their estates.

Key factors

  • A qualified medical officer, first aid kit, refreshments, pack lunches, and backup vehicle will ensure your safety and comfort during the hike. A tour guide will be there to lead the hike.

Best Season

  • December to April is the best season.
  • July and August months also recommended

IMPORTANT FACTORS

  • Clients should carry their personal effects for Warm, Windy,
  • Recommendations include the use of insect repellent, sunburn lotion.
  • Individuals with special dietary requirements need to inform in advance.
  • Clients need good pair of shoes or boots, leech socks, long sleeve t-shirts and pants.
  • The experienced and well-trained guide would take every precaution to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all guests on tour as your safety is our prime concern. However, Paradise Island Safari or its employees do not accept any liability for death, injury or illness of guest while on tour caused by any animal, reptile, insect, and events of nature or any type of accident.

Itinerary

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  • Arrival time will be 7.30 A.M at the Loolecondera tea estate entrance trailhead.
  • Brief description of the route and the hike. (Loolecondera and Kondagala hike will be a 10 km trail (both ways).)
  • Difficulty level is moderate
  • Starting the hike at 7.45 A.M.
  • Rest stops within every 1.5 K.M.
  • Attractions are James Taylor seat, well and his bungalow ruins.
  • Refreshments
  • Estimated time to reach the Kondagala peak by 12.30
  • Photography session
  • Lunch
  • Climbing down by 1.15 P.M
  • Refreshments
  • Reaching the trail head by 3.30 P.M    

Included/Excluded

  • Lunch
  • Refreshments with energy slabs
  • First aid
  • Entrance tickets
  • Back up vehicle for emergency transport
  • Support staff - guide, helper(s), and qualified first aid officer
  • Additional Services
  • Insurance
  • Any transportation up to the trail head at Loolecondera Tea Estate trailhead.

Tour's Location

Kondagala

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