Little Adam's Peak

Little Adam's Peak is Ella's easiest and most popular hike, a well-maintained path through tea estates leading to a 1,141m summit in about 45 minutes from the trailhead (1 hour from Ella town). The name comes from the pointed silhouette of the peak, which echoes the more famous Adam's Peak (Sri Pada) to the west. The summit rewards with clear 360-degree views: the Ella Gap falling away to the south, Ella Rock rising across the valley to the north, and layers of tea-covered ridges in every direction. The path is wide, well-marked, and suitable for all fitness levels including children. Sunrise from the summit, when the Ella Gap glows golden and cloud fills the valley below, is one of the Ella region's finest experiences and requires only a 5am start from town.