Hidden gems

Meemure Village

Hill Country 4.5
Free $ Veg

Meemure Village is a remote Knuckles valley village at the literal end of the road, homestays, paddy terraces and trails beneath the towering Lakegala peak. Off-grid by design. Getting there: Rough 4×4 track from Hunnasgiriya (2 hrs from Kandy). Entry Free. It lies in Sri Lanka's Hill Country region.

Off the beaten path, go with a local guide and travel light.

Good to know

Getting thereRough 4×4 track from Hunnasgiriya (2 hrs from Kandy).
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Make a day of it

5 stops nearby · ~76 km · approx $67/person

  1. 1 Meemure Village You’re here
  2. 2 Saree Ella Waterfall 9.8 km
  3. 3 Attalawettuwa, Sri Lanka 10.5 km
  4. 4 Padhanagara Pirivena - Seetha Kotuwa 16.2 km
  5. 5 Hunas Falls Hotel - A Small Luxury Resort 19 km

Rough per-person estimate from sourced rates (PickMe/km, meals, entry). Confirm locally.

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Nearby

Knuckles Mountain Range7.6 kmKnuckles Mountain RangeSaree Ella Waterfall9.8 kmSaree Ella WaterfallAttalawettuwa, Sri Lanka10.5 kmAttalawettuwa, Sri LankaKotaganga Ella Falls10.8 kmKotaganga Ella FallsJodu Ella Water Falls11 kmJodu Ella Water FallsRathna Falls13.1 kmRathna Falls

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Common questions

How do I get to Meemure Village?

Rough 4×4 track from Hunnasgiriya (2 hrs from Kandy).

How much is entry to Meemure Village?

Entry is Free for foreign visitors at the last check. Ticket prices are reviewed periodically, so treat this as a guide and confirm at the gate.

Is Meemure Village suitable for children?

Not especially. Meemure Village suits older children and adults better; expect terrain or conditions that are hard going with toddlers.

Is Meemure Village wheelchair accessible?

No. Meemure Village involves steps or uneven ground and is not step-free, so it is difficult for wheelchair users.

How current is this information?

These details were last verified in 2026-06. Time-sensitive details such as fees and opening hours should always be confirmed with the official source before you travel.

Last verified: 2026-06