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Pekoe Trail Partners with Ceylon Tea Museum, advancing National Tourism Vision

Pekoe Trail Partners with Ceylon Tea Museum, advancing National Tourism Vision

The Pekoe Trail Organization (TPTO) has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding with the Ceylon Tea Museum, located at the starting point of Sri Lanka’s iconic 300+ km long-distance hiking route. Under this partnership, hikers can purchase their Trail Passes at the museum and enjoy complimentary museum access, creating a unique link between tea heritage […]

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Easy Hikes to Start Your Pekoe Trail Journey

Easy Hikes to Start Your Pekoe Trail Journey

If you’re new to hiking, the Pekoe Trail in Sri Lanka offers the perfect introduction with several beginner-friendly stages. Whether you’re easing into the world of trekking or simply seeking a scenic, low-stress adventure, these trails promise beauty and balance without overwhelming intensity. Stage 1 is an excellent starting point, guiding you from Hanthana to […]

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The Pekoe Trail: One of the World’s Greatest Places

The Pekoe Trail: One of the World’s Greatest Places

Sri Lanka’s first long-distance hiking trail: the Pekoe Trail was featured in TIME magazine’s ‘World’s Greatest Places’ list for 2025.  The trail was also featured in BBC as a ‘hike for everyone’. The trail, which runs for more than 300km through tea plantations, villages and forests, tells the story of Sri Lanka’s colonial tea history. […]

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