Dunhinda Falls
Badulla, Uva
Dunhinda Falls, whose name translates roughly to "smoky falls," drops 64 metres near Badulla in a wide curtain that throws up a constant mist visible well before you reach the base. It's fed by the Badulu Oya river and reached via a roughly 30-minute walk through forest from the nearest road, passing a smaller waterfall called Kuda Dunhinda along the way. The mist and spray keep the surrounding rocks slick, so the final viewing platform can get crowded and slippery during peak season.
Best time to visit
Shortly after the monsoon (October to January) for maximum water flow and the most dramatic spray.
Visitor tip
The trail can be slippery in wet weather; wear suitable footwear.
Local pick
Kuda Dunhinda, the smaller waterfall passed on the walk in, is often skipped entirely by visitors rushing to the main falls.
Quick answers
Where is Dunhinda Falls?
Dunhinda Falls is in Badulla, Uva Province, Sri Lanka.
When is the best time to visit Dunhinda Falls?
Shortly after the monsoon (October to January) for maximum water flow and the most dramatic spray.
How far is Dunhinda Falls from Colombo?
About 132 km in a straight line. Road journeys are longer, so check current travel times before you go.
What is near Dunhinda Falls?
Nearby places include Muthiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya (about 3 km away), Nine Arches Bridge (about 15 km away), Little Adam’s Peak (about 16 km away), Ella (about 16 km away).
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