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The World’s 100 Best Hikes

World's End

Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST HIKES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 31 2026
World's End

A loop trail of about 9 km across the Horton Plains highland plateau, through grassland and cloud forest to a cliff-edge viewpoint. Mist often covers World's End by mid-morning, so early starts give the clearest view of the drop.

Highlights

  • World's End cliff viewpoint
  • Mini World's End
  • Baker's Falls

Good to know

  • Loop of about 9 km, 3–4 hours
  • Fees per person plus vehicle pass
  • No plastic allowed; bags checked at entrance

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