The best time
to visit Belihuloya.

Best time: January to April.

Weather: Cool 16–24°C; rivers run cold year-round.

Belihuloya is a quiet river valley on the southern edge of the highlands — pine forest, rock pools, mountain rivers — the most natural place to break the long drive between the hill country and Yala or the south coast.

• · Best as a one-night break on a transfer day.
• · Bring shoes that can get wet for the river pools.
• · Pair with Haputale (1h) or Yala (3h).