Gregory Lake Tours

Gregory Lake is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Nuwara Eliya. Originally a huge swamp area, this man-made lake was constructed in 1873 under the government of Sir William Gregory and was used as a place for relaxation and recreation during the British rule. There are a number of interesting colonial buildings in the area left over from this era.
Today, a plethora of activities and visitor facilities have been introduced around Gregory Lake. There’s the opportunity for walking, bike riding, and horse riding, while on the lake itself, there are a number of operators offering boat rides and various watersports activities. Those who wish to get out and enjoy the lake independently can even hire a distinctive two-seater swan boat.
Practical Info
Access to the lake is via a park, which has a small entrance fee. Seaplanes from Colombo land on Gregory Lake, with the journey from the capital taking around 30 minutes.
Address: Gregory Lake, Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Admission: Entry into park: 200 rupees
18 Tours and Activities to Experience Gregory Lake
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Nuwara Eliya City Tour by Tuk-Tuk
Enjoy the tea breeze of the hill country in the tuk-tuk ride with The MICE Team. You will start your tour in Nuwara Eliya and you will be taken to visit the lovers leap waterfall and Gregory Lake. Surrounded by vast mountain range, Nuwara Eliya city is famous for the finest tea in the world. You will be able to visit “pedro” tea factory to witness the never-ending lines of tea fields. In this tour you will get to experience the tea plucking with local tea state workers. Tuk-tuk rides with The MICE Team will always be thrilling and unique for you to experience the best.
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$83.12
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$83.12

Cycling in Nuwara Eliya Tea Trails
Ride downhill from Nuwara Eliya to Kandy on this 4- to 5-hour private bike tour that takes you through the tea estates and lush hills of the island's highlands. You'll stop at a tea factory to learn about the tea industry in Sri Lanka and how tea leaves are processed, and see tea picking done by local residents. Plus, enjoy a cup of hot Ceylon tea.
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$160.00
Price varies by group size
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$160.00
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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Cycling in Nuwara Eliya City
Ride through the streets of Nuwara Eliya and along the shores of Gregory Lake on this private cycling tour. You and your private party will enjoy the personalized attention of a dedicated guide, who will navigate and provide commentary. Sights include the colonial-era post office, the local Hindu Temples, and the local golf course.
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$160.00
Price varies by group size
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$160.00
Price varies by group size
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
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Nuwara Eliya/ Waterfall/ Tea Factory/ Food Taste - ASY Tours
Around 8.30am we will pick up you from the hotel and take you to the
Mahagasthota view point where you will see an extraordinary beauty of the tea field views of Nuwara Eliya. It will definately give your photographs a real beauty with the sceneries.
Next we will take you to the Gregory Lake which is one of the must highlighted place in Nuwara Eliya.
And then after you will be take to the Single Tree Hills.
You will be given a simple breakfast and you will be going to Pedro Tea Factory. This is one of the oldest tea factory and you may by quality tea if you wish.
Next visit will be to the Lovers' Leap Waterfall and next to the Nuwara Eliya Post Office(Red Post Office) and Hill Club Colonial Building following Queen Elizabeth Plaza.
At end of the tour you can enjoy the traditional food at Bojun Hala and as your last activity you can walk through tea field and you can get awesome pictures.
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$24.55
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$24.55
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Luna de miel in Sri Lanka (11 Days)
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The scenic backdrops, serene coastlines, rolling mountains and biodiversity make this isle a fantasy paradise for the newly wedded couples. Commence your honeymoon vacation in Sigiriya for one night, then five nights in the hill country, two nights in Ella, and to end with, discover the serenity of the West Coast for two nights
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$762.83
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$762.83
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All inclusive - Explore Countryside of Nuwara Eliya by Tuk-Tuk
Nuwara Eliya is a favorite retreat of the British during colonial times, the town is dotted with English country style houses and half-timbered bungalows. During this Tuk-tuk expedition, you will visit countryside of Nuwara Eliya with Beyond Escapes.
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$55.00
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From
$55.00
Price varies by group size

Full Day Private Tour to Nuwara Eliya From kandy
Known as Little England, the town of Nuwara Eliya enjoys spring-like weather throughout the year. A favorite retreat of the British during colonial times, the town is dotted with English country style houses and half-timbered bungalows. During this tour you will visit Hanuman Temple, Tea Plantation and Tea Factory, Gregory Lake, 19th century Golf Club, Sita Amman Temple and Hakgala gardens.
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$110.00
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From
$110.00
Price varies by group size

3-Day Hill country tour of Sri Lanka
Get an in-depth insight in to the beautiful landscapes of Sri Lanka’s hilly interior during this 3-day private tour. Visit Kandy Temple, Ramboda Waterfalls, and enjoy the sightseeing of Nuwara Eliya city which is a favorite retreat of the British during the colonial times. The town is dotted with English country style houses and half-timbered bungalows. You will also explore Horton Plains National Park, Seetha Amman Temple, Tea plantation and Factory during this tour.
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$500.00
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From
$500.00
Price varies by group size

Picture Tour Nuwara Eliya - ASY Tours
Pick up from your hotel around Nuwara Eliya.
Drive to beautiful places in Nuwara Eliya.
Get awesome pictures of Nuwara Eliya.
Back to your hotel.
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$14.55
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$14.55
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2 -Days private tour to Nuwara Eliya from Colombo
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Spend two days exploring the central hills of Sri Lanka with a private guide, which enables you to get the most out of your visit. You'll enjoy personalized attention and commentary tailored to your interests as you visit Horton Plain National Park and the city of Nuwara Eliya. Travel at your own pace and take the chance to ask plenty of questions.
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$170.00
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$170.00

3 Day Tour Sri Lanka with Minitours
This is a practically monitored well managed tour. all the traveler has to take immediate action to covers all the location withing the planned date and time.
we are offing the very reasonable and comfortable service to our guesses.
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$853.34
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$853.34
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Nuwara Eliya Day Tour from Kandy
Nuwara Eliya is a city in the tea country hills of central Sri Lanka. The naturally landscaped Hakgala Botanical Gardens displays roses and tree ferns, and shelters monkeys and blue magpies. Nearby Seetha Amman Temple, a colorful Hindu shrine, is decorated with religious figures. Densely forested Galway's Land National Park is a sanctuary for endemic and migratory bird species, including bulbuls and flycatchers.
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$51.95
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$51.95
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8-Day Romantic Honeymoon Tour
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This tour covers some of the romantic tourist destinations in the Sri Lanka. You will enjoy the glimpse of nature and explore waterfalls, mountain villages, viewpoints, tea plantations, historical temples and many more. You will also enjoy a memorable train journey in Ella and visit a beautiful Benedict's monastery during this 8-day romantic honeymoon tour.
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$1,580.00
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$1,580.00

A Day in Nuwara Eliya - ASY Tours
Private Nuwara Eliya full day tour.
Visit Horton Plains National Park Early morning.
Visit Tea Factory (There are 4 factories.you can choose 2 tea factories)
Climb Ramboda Waterfalls.
Visit Gregory Lake.
Nuwara Eliya city walk.
Visit Nuwara Eliya view point.
Stop for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Drop off at your Hotel.
You can customize this tour.
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$24.00
Price varies by group size
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$24.00
Price varies by group size

Nuwara Eliya Day Tour from Kandy - ASY Tours
Explore Sri Lanka’s tea country with ASY Tours on this guided full-day tour. Depart from your Kandy hotel in a vehicle with a driver and make your way through the scenic countryside to Nuwara Eliya. Visit tea plantations and tea factories in the rolling hills. Stop by Ramboda Falls and Gregory Lake and take in the views. Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off from your Kandy hotel Travel comfortably in a vehicle with a driver Admire the views of the scenic countryside Visit a tea plantation and tea factory.
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$58.91
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$58.91
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Nuwara Eliya Instagram Photoshoot By Local Professionals
Are you traveling to Nuwara Eliya but not sure how to spend quality time in the city?
While planning out things to do in Nuwara Eliya don’t forget to include a 60 minutes private photoshoot with a professional photographer on your next trip, here your social media perfect images are our responsibility. We at vsnapu gives a chance to bring out the model within you and make you adore the special and candid moments of your family gatherings, bachelorette parties, honeymoon photography, office trips and a lot more. The best thing which you can do here is to be your director and create your looks for the photos. We will take you to the best photography locations of Nuwara Eliya City giving you the natural-looking, cinematic moments.
We provide special photoshoot at your scenic Nuwara Eliya Resort ** allowing you more flexibility and convenience ** (permission required from resort management)
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$164.11
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One day Tea factory and Waterfall Tours
early morning star tour, after breakfast,
visit waterfalls and tea factory.
lunch on the way, after visit natural park.
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$51.75
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$51.75
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Nuwara Eliya day tour
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The travelers can enjoy there tour within a day. I’ll give my best service for them. We are giving guiding if they needed and help them to find everything.
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$82.00
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