Badulla District, Uva Province
Things to do in Haputale
30 well-reviewed sights and 3 bookable local experiences - all rated 4.0+ on Google.
- Sights & attractions
- 30
- Bookable experiences
- 3
- Average rating
- 4.6 / 5
What Haputale does best
Every well-reviewed thing to do in Haputale in one place: 30 sights and attractions plus 3 bookable local experiences - attractions (19), temples & sacred sites (6) and cooking classes (2) - each holding a 4.0+ Google rating from real visitors.
Some local experiences are small, family-run outfits: 3 of the 3 shown here have no website at all, so phone numbers and Facebook pages are often the simplest way to check current availability.
The shortlist
Top-rated things to do in Haputale
Ranked by Google rating weighted by review volume across sights and local experiences.
| # | Name | Type | Google rating | Registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Horton Plains National Park | National park & reserve | 4.6(10451) | - |
| 2 | Diyaluma Falls | Viewpoint & peak | 4.8(4775) | - |
| 3 | Bambarakanda Falls | Attraction | 4.8(2944) | - |
| 4 | Pahanthudawa Waterfall | Waterfall | 4.7(1421) | - |
| 5 | Buduruwagala Raja Maha Viharaya | Temple & sacred site | 4.7(1235) | - |
| 6 | Main Viewpoint Haputhale - හපුතලේ ප්රධාන නැරඹුම් ස්ථානය | Attraction | 4.7(906) | - |
| 7 | Duwili Ella Waterfall | Attraction | 4.7(823) | - |
| 8 | Surathali Ella | Waterfall | 4.6(479) | - |
| 9 | Lanka Ella - Waterfall | Attraction | 4.8(345) | - |
| 10 | Haputale Viewpoint | Attraction | 4.7(231) | - |
Attractions in Haputale
Attraction
Viharagala View Point
Attraction
Alien waterfall
Attraction
Bambarakanda Falls
Kalupahana - Ohiya Rd
Attraction
Lanka Ella - Waterfall
Attraction
View point
Attraction
Main Viewpoint Haputhale - හපුතලේ ප්රධාන නැරඹුම් ස්ථානය
QW5W+GMX, Haputale
Temples & sacred sites in Haputale
Temple & sacred site
Buduruwagala Raja Maha Viharaya
Buduruwagala Rd
Temple & sacred site
Haputalegama Bimbarama Purana Viharaya
Haputalegama Rd
Temple & sacred site
St. Andrew's Church, Church of Ceylon - Haputale
Temple & sacred site
Sri kathirvelayutha swamy kovil (ஸ்ரீ கதிர்வேலாயுத சுவாமி கோவில்)
Temple & sacred site
St.Paul the Hermit's Church, Haputale. 90160.
56 Welimada Road, Haputale
Temple & sacred site
Haputale Hindu Temple
Spas & wellness in Haputale
National parks & reserves in Haputale
Good to know
Haputale planning questions
How many things to do are there in Haputale?
This guide lists 33 well-reviewed things to do in Haputale: 30 attractions and sights, plus 3 bookable local experiences (cooking classes (2) and spas & wellness (1)). Everything shown holds a Google rating of 4.0 or higher.
What are the top attractions in Haputale?
By review volume, the standouts are Horton Plains National Park (4.6), Diyaluma Falls (4.8), Bambarakanda Falls (4.8). Each one links to a detail page with location and visiting information.
Are there free things to do in Haputale?
Yes - 10 of the sights are natural or cultural spots (beaches, waterfalls, viewpoints and temples) that cost nothing or only a small donation to visit. Temples may ask a modest camera fee; dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered.
Should I book Haputale activities in advance?
For safaris, whale watching and popular classes, yes - especially in high season. Smaller local experiences can change schedules quickly, so it is worth checking current availability a day or two ahead.
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