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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
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
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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