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Nuwara Eliya taxi

Central Province

Flower beds and lawns by the lake in Nuwara Eliya
Photo: Manjula Hellarawe · Pexels

Nuwara Eliya is a cool hill-country town surrounded by tea estates, with colonial-style buildings and gardens.

It is noticeably cooler than the coast, so bring a warm layer. Most guests reach Nuwara Eliya from Colombo airport (CMB).

Planning your visit? Read our Nuwara Eliya travel guide.

Things to see around Nuwara Eliya

  • Gregory Lake
  • Victoria Park
  • A working tea factory

Taxi services in Nuwara Eliya

  • Airport taxi

    Pickups and drops at Colombo and Mattala airports.

  • Local taxi

    A car and driver for the day around Nuwara Eliya. Quoted on request.

  • Long-distance taxi

    Town-to-town transfers across the island. See town-to-town transfers.

Airport routes to Nuwara Eliya

Day trips and activities near Nuwara Eliya

Nearby towns

Nuwara Eliya taxi: questions

What is there to see around Nuwara Eliya?

Popular stops include Gregory Lake, Victoria Park and a working tea factory.

Which airport is best for Nuwara Eliya?

Most guests reach Nuwara Eliya from Colombo airport (CMB).

Can I book a taxi to Nuwara Eliya in advance?

Yes. See our fixed airport fare for Nuwara Eliya, or message us on WhatsApp for other trips.