21 min (10.9 km)
Located about 1.5 km from Belihuloya in the Ratnapura district, the Pahanthuda Waterfall is a 5-meter-high waterfall with a base pool shaped like a “pahana,” or a clay lamp used in Buddhist temples and a fall resembling the lamp’s wick. The hike to the Pahanthuda Waterfall takes you through a jungle, providing a thrilling adventure for avid hikers. As a branch of the Belihuloya Reservoir, the waterfall is known for its mystical beauty and tranquil natural surroundings. It also powers a mini-hydro power plant that supplies water to the surrounding area.