Sri Lanka, the teardrop-shaped country, is well-known for its gorgeous waterfalls. Many of these hundreds of waterfalls in Sri Lanka are inaccessible and that perhaps makes them all the more magical. The ones accessible are no less stunning – strong gushes of water falling with full force from an altitude that gives you goosebumps. To top this, they are surrounded by lush green forests and rocky terrains. If that sounds like a landscape you often imagine yourself in, it’s time to realise your dreams.

Baker’s Falls 

Baker’s is a popular waterfall in Sri Lanka. Named after the famous British explorer, Sir Samuel Baker, it is among the widest Sri Lankan waterfalls. It forms many streams as it comes down.

Height: 20 metres

District: Nuwara Eliya 

Ravana Ella

One of the widest falls in Sri Lanka, Ravana Falls looks absolutely spectacular in the rains. It is named after Ravana who also appears in the Indian epic ‘Rāmāyana’. Undeniably, it is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Sri Lanka.

Height: 25 metres

District: Badulla

Bopath Ella 

Among many picturesque Sri Lankan waterfalls, Bopath is a unique one. It derives its name from its resemblance to the sacred Bo leaf. The most striking feature is its shape, formed as it flows through two narrow rocks and then widens into a breathtaking cascade.

Height: 30 metres

District: Ratnapura 

Dunhinda Falls

There is no way you can miss Dunhinda while talking about the most beautiful waterfalls in Sri Lanka. Formed by a diversion from Badulu Oya, it is best known for its smokey surrounding spray.

Height: 64 metres

District: Badulla

St. Clair’s Falls 

Called the Little Niagara of Sri Lanka, St. Clair’s is formed by Maha and Kuda falls. It gets its name from a neighbouring tea estate. It is undoubtedly an awe-inspiring waterfall in Sri Lanka and also one of the most beautiful places in Sri Lanka. 

Height: 80 metres

District: Nuwara Eliya 

Aberdeen Falls 

Aberdeen Falls is amongst the most popular waterfalls in Sri Lanka and is located on the Kehelgamu Oya near Ginigathena in Nuwara Eliya. A visit to this stunning fall will surely give a refreshing touch to your Sri Lankan vacation.

Height: 98 metres 

District: Nuwara Eliya 

Bambarakanda Falls

Surrounded by a dense pine forest, the highest waterfall in Sri Lanka is one of the most famous places to visit in Sri Lanka. This horsetail fall is formed by one of the Walawe river’s tributaries.

Height: 263 metres

District: Badulla

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