Ella Rock

Ella Rock lies just a little further from Little Adam’s peak; and hiking to it will require a guide as well. Though many of the locals will advise you to start your hike at the Ella station, it will be easier and save quite a lot of time for you to start your hike at the next station, Kithal Ella. You can catch the train there, or take a three wheeler. The climb up to the rock is quite strenuous, and there are several routes up. This means that you may miss the easier ones and take one of the tougher ones up; making your hike harder. Alternatively, if you are an experienced hiker, the climb up Ella Rock gives you the opportunity to challenge yourself if you feel like it. Once you get up to the summit; you will be faced with stunning views of the surrounding landscape. This includes views of Little Adam’s Peak and a clear view of the Ella Gap. The Ella Gap is a space between the mountains as an arrow flies; that gives a fantastic view all the way to the southern coast.

The entire hike will take up till 4 hours or more. While it is hike that is not to be missed and can be done at any time of the day; it is recommended that you start around 3:30am, so that you will arrive at the top of the rock in time to watch the sun rise over the hills and the Ella Gap.