Great for recreational riders. Most are dirt roads, but these trails may also include short, easy sections of off-road. It is mainly on flat and very gentle slopes. These types of trails are usually shorter in duration and lower in elevation. Often, they are optional and provide breaks between tours. Usually drive for 4-5 hours on a particular day.

These trials are aimed at cyclists who cycle regularly to train themselves. Most people who enjoy weekend cycling on their hills and mountains can complete this level of route. Along the way, there are a variety of gentle off-road trucks with few technical sections. However, you can always offer the option of choosing a more difficult section, an alternative route for an easier route, or boarding a support vehicle. Usually, you ride for 5 to 7 hours a day, and moderate elevation changes may occur.

On trails with professional and technical sections, fitness is the most important factor that may need to be improved before starting an expedition. These sections are usually at fairly high elevations, with significant changes in elevation. Some routes are designed with tough single trails that require the highest level of skill. They will ride 7-9 hours a day.

Flat Routes: Polonnaruwa – Batticaloa, Batticaloa – Arugam Bay, Negombo – Kalpitiya, Moratuwa Route, Piliyandala Route, Mirissa – Wadduwa, Jaffna – Mullaitivu, Kilinochchi – Jaffna.

Hilly Routes: Bandarawela – Adams Peak, Badulla – World’s End Lodge, Ella – Haputale.

Uphill Routes: Kalundewa – Matale, Kurunegala – Kandy, Rambukkana – Kandy, Nanu Oya – Nuwara Eliya.

Downhill Routes: Bandarawela – Tissamaharama, Countryside Adisham, Haputale – Tissamaharama, Ella – Katharagama.

Conditions that may affect grading when going cycling in Sri Lanka

We have taken the following 6 factors into consideration when outlining the grading :

• Cycling distance
• Average altitude and altitude gain and loss
• Trail conditions
• Level of backpacking required
• Temperature range and likely weather conditions
• Level of humidity (can jump from 70% to 90% very easily)
• Remoteness to services and general level of comfort

HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore Horton Plains National Park and take a walk to World’s End for dramatic mountain views.
• Take a tea plantation and factory tour to learn about this interesting process
• A jeep safari through Yala National Park reveals elephants, leopards, wild boar, buffalo, and monkeys.
• Ride amazing, almost traffic-free roads, through stunning vistas of hills covered in tea plantations
• Enjoy scenic train transfers with postcard views on the highland rail network
• Discover the rich history of Galle’s historic coastal fort on a walking tour

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• 7 nights in premium hotel accommodation
• All Meals: 7x Breakfasts, 8x Lunches, 7x Dinners
• Snacks, local treats, hydration drinks, fruit and water while riding
• Quality well maintained bike and helmet
• Expert local guide and naturalist
• Full vehicle support
• All ticket, activity and entry costs included in the itinerary

Custom country-themed jersey and water bottle as mementos