Nelligala
Mountain in Central Province · 700 m
The hike up Nelligala
The route starts at Pilimatalawa — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Nelligala?
Nelligala is 700 m above sea level and lies in Central Province. Its prominence is 39 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Nelligala?
From Pilimatalawa it is about 9.6 km one way with 430 m of ascent. Expect around 4 h 58 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Nelligala?
The nearest parking is the parking area northeast of the peak — about 0.0 km to the summit. Alternative: Pilimatalawa (south of the peak) (9.6 km on foot · ↑ 430 m · about 4 h 58 min round trip). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Nelligala in Conquer?
Yes — Nelligala is one of 673 peaks in Sri Lanka in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Nelligala in the app
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