Enjoy a moderate 10.8km hike on Stage 22 of the Pekoe Trail, traversing from Kandapola to the iconic Pedro Estate. This stage offers a pleasant walk through tea country, featuring historic tea factories and the myth-shrouded Lover’s Leap waterfall.
Your trek begins in Kandapola, a small but busy town serving as a transit point in the regional capital of Nuwara Eliya.
Highlights of Stage 22:
- Scenic Tea Trails: Meander along beautiful tea trails winding through tea estates and remote villages.
- Courtlodge Tea Factory: Pass by the historic Courtlodge Tea Factory, established in 1890, offering a glimpse into the region’s tea-producing heritage.
- Pedro Estate Tea Factory: Visit the renowned Pedro Estate Tea Factory, a landmark overlooking the surrounding countryside. Guided tours are available, providing a comprehensive insight into the tea-making process.
- Lover’s Leap Waterfall: A short detour from the main trail leads to the picturesque Lover’s Leap waterfall. Legend has it that the waterfall is named after a tragic love story of a prince and a local damsel.
Trail Details:
- Distance: 10.8 km
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Elevation Gain: 345 m
- Elevation Loss: 379 m
- Maximum Elevation: 2,112 m
The trail circles around the historic Courtlodge Tea Factory and the well-known Pedro Estate Tea Factory. A short distance from the main path, you’ll find the trail leading to Lover’s Leap waterfall, a beautiful cascade with a poignant legend associated with its name. The iconic Pedro Tea Estate factory marks either the end or the beginning of the Pekoe Trail, depending on your direction of travel.