Sri Lanka route guide · Uva Province to North Western Province
Kalpitiya, known for kitesurfing and dolphin watching, is 8 to 9.5 hours from Haputale by car. Many travellers break the drive in Kandy.
The first part of the drive descends from the hills around Haputale on winding roads before the land flattens out.
This is a long day in the car. Leave early and take breaks every two hours or so.
1Nuwara Eliya
Step into the aromatic world of Ceylon tea at this historic factory in the misty highlands!
2Nuwara Eliya
Stroll through this charming colonial-era garden in the heart of 'Little England'!
3Kandy
Marvel at the towering 88-foot white Buddha statue watching over Kandy!
4Kandy
The Kandy Lake Club Cultural Dance Show is a vibrant, must-see performance in historic Kandy that celebrates…
5Pinnawala
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is a heart-warming place where you can see elephants up close in a natural…
6Kegalle
Get up close with gentle giants at this heartwarming elephant sanctuary!
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About 280 km by road.
8 to 9.5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 16 to 19.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Kandy is the most natural place to break the journey, about 3.5 to 4 hours from Haputale.
