Haputale
Sri Lanka · Province of UvaLK
Town in Uva Province
Haputale is a town of Badulla District in the Uva Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an Urban Council. The elevation is 1431 m (4695 ft) above the sea level. The area has a rich bio-diversity dense with numerous varieties of flora and fauna. Haputale is surrounded by hills covered with cloud forests and tea plantations. The town has a cooler climate than its surroundings, due to its elevation. The Haputale pass allows views across the Southern plains of Sri Lanka. The South-West boundary of Uva basin is marked by the Haputale mountain ridges, which continue on to Horton Plains and Adam's Peak to the west. CNN in 2010 named Haputale as one of Asia's most overlooked destinations.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 4,721
- Coordinates
- 6.766, 80.951
- Timezone
- Asia/Colombo
- Elevation
- 1409 m
Overview of Haputale
Haputale is a village in Province of Uva, Sri Lanka. With 4,721 residents, it is easy to gauge its scale. The altitude here is around 1,409 m. A useful hint when you budget your days. Expect nature, sports and adventure to fill most of your time. Sitting in the northern hemisphere, its seasons follow that pattern.
Things to do in Haputale
Nature in Haputale
(11)Under nature, Haputale is tagged with Countryside, Desert, Forest, Gardens and Geological Formations. The full list runs to 11 activities. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Haputale.
Sports in Haputale
(9)Looking for sports? Haputale has Golf, Hiking, Hiking Trails, Horse Trails and Hunting. The full list runs to 9 activities. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Haputale.
Adventure in Haputale
(6)On the adventure side, Haputale offers Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Climbing and Off Road Trails. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Haputale. Altogether 6 options are tagged here.
Culture in Haputale
(6)Haputale's culture entries include Bridges, Fountains, Mines, Monuments and Religious Sites. All of it is drawn from Haputale's recorded activities. 6 entries sit in this category, enough to fill more than a day.
Family in Haputale
(1)On the family side, Haputale offers Playgrounds. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Haputale. A compact set that still fills a visit.
Wellness in Haputale
(1)Under wellness, Haputale is tagged with Farms. Each one is worth building half a day around. Nothing here is guesswork — it reflects the recorded activity data for Haputale.
More to do in Haputale
(1)For other activities, expect Secret. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Haputale.
Best time to visit Haputale
For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
Getting there & around
Reaching Haputale is easiest with a car once you are in Province of Uva. Haputale runs on Asia/Colombo time.
Similar destinations
Places near Haputale that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Haputale known for?
- In Province of Uva, Sri Lanka, Haputale stands out for nature, sports and adventure. That mix defines the typical visit to this 4,721-strong destination.
- What can you do in Haputale?
- Options in Haputale run to Countryside, Desert, Forest, Gardens and Geological Formations — a practical starting point for an itinerary.
- When is the best time to visit Haputale?
- For trails and green space, April to June and September to October is the sweet spot.
- Where is Haputale located?
- You will find Haputale in Province of Uva, Sri Lanka. Neighbouring destinations are listed on the matching region and country pages.
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