Travel Guide to Pilkington Point

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving, head towards Bandarawela from any location in Uva Province. Once in Bandarawela, follow the signs to Poonagala Road. Pilkington Point is located on Poonagala Road, and you can use a navigation app to guide you directly to the coordinates 6.765454699999999, 81.0585243. Parking is available near the viewpoint.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Pilkington Point via public transport, take a bus to Bandarawela from your current location within Uva Province. Once you arrive at the Bandarawela bus station, you can either walk or take a local tuk-tuk to Poonagala Road. The tuk-tuk ride will cost approximately 300-400 LKR. Make sure to ask the driver to take you to Pilkington Point. The journey should take around 15-20 minutes.

• Tuk-Tuk

  If you are already in Bandarawela and prefer a more direct route to Pilkington Point, hire a tuk-tuk from the city center. This will give you a more personalized experience, and the cost should be around 300-500 LKR. The drive will take you along Poonagala Road, providing a scenic route to your destination.

• Walking

  For the adventurous, if you are in Bandarawela and want to hike to Pilkington Point, you can walk along Poonagala Road. It is approximately a 5-6km walk from the city center, which may take about 1-1.5 hours. Ensure you have proper walking shoes and stay hydrated, as the road can be steep in places.