Distance
6.0 km to summit
77.0 km total
Elevation
800 m start
Vertical
1,300 m gain
Time
5 hr 0 min to summit
8 hr 0 min total
A team of 6 along with a guide conquered Lakegala which in my perspective is the most challenging hike in Sri Lanka due to its steep rock face.
Route name
out-and-back
Obstacles
bushwhacking, rockfall/loose rock, weather
Key gear
rope/harness