Overview
Diyawinna is a cascade waterfall in the forested highlands of the Belihuloya area, one of several relatively unknown falls accessible from the highland edge zone between Belihuloya and the Horton Plains buffer. The falls descend through a forest gorge in the highland country, and the approach passes through the transition vegetation typical of the southern Central Province edge — the zone where the wet zone forest begins to give way to the drier, cooler montane vegetation of the highland plateau. Diyawinna has a beautiful multi-stage character, with the water splitting and reuniting over the moss-covered rock faces in a sequence of small cascades rather than a single dramatic drop. The surrounding forest is excellent birdwatching territory with highland endemic species active in the early morning.
Highlights
- Multi-stage cascade in the highland forest of the Belihuloya area
- The transition vegetation of the wet zone-highland boundary
- Highland endemic birds in the surrounding forest
- The moss-covered rock faces with multiple water channels
- Relatively unknown — genuinely personal discovery
- Access through the transition forest between Sabaragamuwa and the highlands
- Part of the network of waterfalls accessible from Belihuloya
- The sound of the falling water in the enclosed forest gorge
Best Time to Visit
June–September for maximum flow. January–April for accessible trails.
Activities
- Waterfall hiking
- Photography of the multi-stage cascade
- Highland forest birdwatching
- Gorge exploration
Suitable For
Hikers, waterfall enthusiasts, birdwatchers
Nearby Attractions
- Belihuloya River (20 min drive)
- Pahanthudawa Waterfall (15 min drive)
- Samanalawewa Reservoir (25 min drive)
- Wangedigala Mountain (30 min drive)
- Horton Plains access (40 min drive)
Travel Tips
- A local guide from Belihuloya is recommended
- Combine with Pahanthudawa for a Belihuloya waterfall day
- Rubber boots useful in the wet season
- The transition vegetation on the approach is worth walking slowly
- Morning visits for the birdwatching on the forest approach
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