Climb Sigiriya Rock FortressCulture & Heritage
Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Climb the 5th-century rock fortress past frescoes and the Mirror Wall.
Central Province (Matale District)
Sigiriya
The ancient rock fortress rising from the jungle.
Best time: January to AprilStay: 1-2 nights
About Sigiriya
Sigiriya is a 5th-century rock fortress that rises dramatically from the surrounding jungle. The climb takes you past ancient frescoes, the Mirror Wall with its centuries-old graffiti and the Lion’s Stairway to the summit palace ruins. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Sri Lanka’s most famous sights.
The area around it offers much more, including the hike up Pidurangala Rock for a view of Sigiriya itself, village visits, boat rides and elephant sightings at Minneriya National Park.
Highlights
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Frescoes, Mirror Wall and Lion's Stairway
Pidurangala Rock sunrise hike
Minneriya National Park elephants
Ancient Royal Gardens
Things to Do
- Climb Sigiriya Rock
- Hike Pidurangala Rock
- Village walk and boat ride
- Jeep safari in Minneriya National Park
- Ayurveda treatment
Travel Tips
Climb at sunrise or late afternoon for cooler weather
Allow time for the many steps and take water
Tickets for Sigiriya are priced separately from Pidurangala
Sigiriya in Pictures
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Experiences
Things to Do in Sigiriya
Minneriya National Park SafariWildlife & Safari
Minneriya National Park Safari
Watch wild elephants gather beside the reservoir.
Ayurveda Spa TreatmentFood & Wellness
Ayurveda Spa Treatment
Relax with a traditional Ayurvedic treatment.
Local Food ExperiencesFood & Wellness
Local Food Experiences
Taste local dishes, fruits, seafood and Ceylon tea.
Tours
Package 01
Package 02Package 03
Packages That Visit Sigiriya
Package 0111-Day Ancient Cities & Hill Country Tour
Highlights
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Yapahuwa, Anuradhapura, Mihintale, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Sinharaja / Udawalawe and a Bentara river cruise.
Includes
Standard BB accommodation (10 nights), air-conditioned vehicle transport, entrance fees.
Package 02Classic 7-Day Sri Lanka Explorer
Highlights
Negombo, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Yala Safari, Whale Watching in Mirissa.
Includes
Standard BB accommodation, air-conditioned vehicle transport, entrance fees.
Package 037-Day Tea Country, Safari & Whale Watching Tour
Highlights
Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Kandy and the Temple of the Tooth, two days in Nuwara Eliya, Yala Safari, Mirissa Whale Watching and the Madu River.
Includes
Standard BB accommodation, air-conditioned vehicle transport, entrance fees.