Kallebokka – Upper Division 360° Viewpoint (කැලෑබොක්ක කන්ද නැරඹුම් ස්ථානය)

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Kallebokka - Upper Division 360° Viewpoint

Kallebokka Upper Division Viewpoint, perched at 1,350 meters near the Knuckles Range, offers a breathtaking 360-degree panorama. Accessible via rugged estate roads from Kandy or Matale, this high-elevation spot provides a stunning “cloud forest” experience overlooking the central highlands.

Key Visitor Information and Travel Tips

Ticket Prices / Entrance Fees: LKR 100 per person is charged at the estate entrance gate
Opening Hours: During daylight hours all seven days of the week. However, expect large crowds on Poya days and school holiday weekends.
Best Times to Visit: In the morning by 10 am before the mist rolls in.
Photography: Allowed
Dress Code: none
Accessibility: only accessible by foot, a proper 4×4, or a three-wheeler. There are few small lorries and three-wheelers at the gate that you can hire. They will take you closer to the peak. However, you need to hike the last 1 km. The hike is not difficult.

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About

Kallebokka is an estate bordering the Knuckles Mountain Range, under the management of the Sri Lanka State Plantations Corporation. Located on a hilltop within the Upper Division of the estate is a vantage point that offers a sweeping 360° panoramic view of the surrounding landscape, including the Knuckles range. This viewpoint is open to visitors and accessible to the public.

Situated at an elevation of approximately 1,350 m (4,500 ft) above sea level, the peak presents a striking and expansive vista of the region.

Access from Kandy

The site lies about 35 km (21.7 miles) from Kandy. The journey begins along the scenic Madawala–Bambarella road, which winds through mountainous terrain. After traveling roughly 25 km (15.5 miles), turn onto Kabaragala Road at a fork. Continuing for about 10 km (6.2 miles), you will reach the estate entrance. From there, follow the by-road leading to the Senior Assistant Superintendent’s bungalow in the Upper Division of Kellebokka.

Access from Matale

From Matale, the distance is approximately 25 km (15.5 miles). Travel along the road դեպի Kabaragala and proceed past it until reaching the turn-off to the Senior Assistant Superintendent’s bungalow. The total journey time from Matale is slightly over one hour.

Vehicle Access

It is possible to reach the peak by vehicle; however, the final stretch involves a 4 km (2.5 miles) journey along a deteriorated estate road. A vehicle with sufficient ground clearance is therefore essential to navigate this section safely.

Kallebokka-Upper Division 360° Viewpoint—Ticket Prices/Entrance Fees

Description	Price per Head
All local and foreign	LKR 100

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Driving Directions to Kallebokka – Upper Division 360° Viewpoint

Route from Kandy to Kallebokka – Upper Division 360° Viewpoint	Route from Matale to Kallebokka – Upper Division 360° Viewpoint
Through : Madawala – Bambarella road – Kabaragala Road Distance : 35 km Travel time : 2 hours Driving directions : see on Google map	Through : Kabaragala Road Distance : 25 km Travel time : 1.30 hours Driving directions : see on Google map

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