Gongala

Mountain in Sabaragamuwa Province · 1,358 m

1,358 m
Elevation
281 m
Prominence
21.1 km
Hike length one way
6.3858, 80.6539
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Gongala

21.1 km
one way
1,027 m
of ascent
11 h 7 min
round trip

The route starts at Sinharaja, Kurulugala Entrance — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

865 m21.1 km · 1,352 m

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Parking and starting point

1Sinharaja, Kurulugala Entrance
parking · west of the peak
21.1 km on foot · ↑ 1,027 m · about 11 h 7 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is Gongala?

Gongala is 1,358 m above sea level and lies in Sabaragamuwa Province. Its prominence is 281 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Gongala?

From Sinharaja, Kurulugala Entrance it is about 21.1 km one way with 1,027 m of ascent. Expect around 11 h 7 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Gongala?

The nearest parking is Sinharaja, Kurulugala Entrance (west of the peak) — 21.1 km on foot · ↑ 1,027 m · about 11 h 7 min round trip. In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log Gongala in Conquer?

Yes — Gongala 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 Gongala in the app

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