Sri Lanka Route Guide · Airport transfers
Colombo Airport (CMB) to Adam's Peak (Nallathanniya) by Private Car and Driver
Updated 10 October 2026 · by the GoTourRide team
Adam's Peak is a pilgrimage mountain climbed at night to see the sunrise. The pilgrim season runs from December to May.
Route at a glance
- From
- Colombo Airport (CMB)
- To
- Adam's Peak (Nallathanniya)
- Distance
- About 190 km
- Drive time
- 5.5 to 6 hours
- Best for
- Pilgrim climbs and sunrise hikes.
The drive
You drive via Avissawella, Hatton and Maskeliya to Nallathanniya. The last 30 km is narrow and winding.
Best stops on the way
Maskeliya
Lake and tea country viewpoints.
Laxapana Falls
Waterfall near the road.
Choose your vehicle
Pick a vehicle by group size and luggage. These are average day rates across GoTourRide drivers; a one-way transfer is quoted by the driver, so request a quote for an exact price. You can also use our trip cost calculator.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Average day rate |
|---|---|---|
| Mini car | Up to 2 | About $61/day |
| Normal car | Up to 3 | About $66/day |
| SUV | Up to 3 | About $91/day |
| Large car | Up to 4 | About $75/day |
| Minivan | Up to 6 | About $103/day |
| Large van | Up to 10 | About $118/day |
| Minibus | Up to 15 | About $169/day |
Tips for this route
- The climb starts around 2am for sunrise.
- Pack warm clothes and a torch.
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Keep reading
- Adventure places in Sri Lanka
- Best places to travel in Sri Lanka
- How to hire a private driver in Sri Lanka
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- Colombo Airport (CMB) to Kandy
- Colombo Airport (CMB) to Ella
- All Sri Lanka driver routes
FAQs
How long is the drive to Adam's Peak?
About 5.5 to 6 hours from the airport.
When is the climbing season?
December to May.