Kandy to Ella Train (Expectations vs REALITIES)

You’ve probably seen pictures of this beautiful train ride but here’s a video on realistic expectations vs slow cinematic shots of a girl in a dress hanging out of the train…
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[@dougm3037]

It's great in the Sri Lankan hill country. I was there 5+ years ago while the civil war raged and remember locals on the train giving me a turn sitting in the one available seat shared by three people. It was also good to be greeted by strangers walking along the railway tracks out of Ella.

[@IntAffair]

Amazing people there 😍

[@vijayafernando1]

Doug,I had the same experience. In Sri Lanka people stare and my wife hates people staring as it is considered rude. However, very often in Sri Lanka people want to know more about their neighbour. My experience was that many people who stared told me about what they had gathered from their staring . very often the starer learned that I had problems standing and offered their seat or if I asked for a turn to sit down,they happily stood up if they were fit enough, for a short while, to give me a chance to sit down. its not rocket science. its just intelligent behaviour ,not robotically following a formula.

[@bidzej86]

A golden tip for that ride given to me and my wife by the host of a b&b that we stayed in: DO NOT GET ON THE TRAIN IN KANDY, as there are lots of people who try to do the same thing and the train has obviously limited capacity. Take a tuktuk to a station earlier up the way (20-30 minutes ride from the city center), buy your tickets there and avoid huge crowds and waiting lines. And improve your chances of finding a seat.

[@crazypotters]

yes you are correct.. better get on to train either from peradeniya station or kadugannawa by the time you reach kandy u can get seats also in 3rd class... if you getiing in midway buy 3rd class tickets..

[@madushipoornima2529]

Hello everyone! I'm Madushi Chandrasiri, a final year undergraduate of Department of Marketing Management, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. I hope you all have been enjoying the chilling vibes around the country as a tourist. Hope you all believe Sri Lanka as one among the best tourist destinations in the world. As an aspirate undergraduate I hope to make progress in Sri Lankan tourism. Could you please allocate a minute to fill out this questionnaire based on *"Impact of Experiential Marketing on Destination Image towards Sri Lankan Tourism with the mediating effect of Destination Trust", which is a partial requirement of my final research project 📚🖊️. Link for the questionnaire- forms.gle/uqeetGMJtpXwnCGe9 Your cooperation is highly appreciated in this matter. Thank You! Best Regards, Madushi Chandrasiri

[@sharonrichard2204]

I just returned from Sri Lanka and took the train from Nanu Oya (reserved seats in 2nd class no AC just fans and it was a holiday, very packed and was only 4 hrs) to Kandy and wished I had done it the other way as most of the spectacular sights were see during the drive up. But one thing to keep in mind is if you start in Ella or Nanu Oya it will be cold in the morning but will warm up really quickly :-) so wear layers. I was told you didn't want 1st class seats as there is AC and the windows don't open, don't know for sure but everyone was very friendly on the train and if you wanted to take a photo out one of the windows they would move out of the way. Enjoyed your videos of Sri Lanka one of my most favorite places to be!

[@IntAffair]

Thanks for the tips Sharon! Happy you love traveling through Sri Lanka 😍

[@sharonrichard2204]

@@IntAffair You do get to see on the drive up to Ella are Devon and St Clair waterfalls and the Kelani river where there is white water rafting. The short stretch of river near Kitulgala was the filming location for the movie "The Bridge on the River Kwai" and there is an interesting automobile collection at the Plantation Hotel. Little hidden treasures that Sri Lanka is full of.

[@madushipoornima2529]

Hello everyone! I'm Madushi Chandrasiri, a final year undergraduate of Department of Marketing Management, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. I hope you all have been enjoying the chilling vibes around the country as a tourist. Hope you all believe Sri Lanka as one among the best tourist destinations in the world. As an aspirate undergraduate I hope to make progress in Sri Lankan tourism. Could you please allocate a minute to fill out this questionnaire based on *"Impact of Experiential Marketing on Destination Image towards Sri Lankan Tourism with the mediating effect of Destination Trust", which is a partial requirement of my final research project 📚🖊️. Link for the questionnaire- forms.gle/uqeetGMJtpXwnCGe9 Your cooperation is highly appreciated in this matter. Thank You! Best Regards, Madushi Chandrasiri

[@willstricknine]

Incredible video! Edit process seems impossible! You Both Rock, wife and I enjoy your adventures!!

[@IntAffair]

🙏🏼🙏🏼Thanks Will & Crystal!

[@Novasupa4]

How do you guys not have more subscribers?! Some of the most informative travel videos out there.

[@habibi4154]

Novasupa4 agree 100 percent

[@IntAffair]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@dunstanfernando3986]

This is exactly what i thought, anyway im sure they will have lots more subscribers in future.

[@mlnuwan]

I'm a local, one of the most detailed and informative video about Ella activities. Good luck with your channel 👍

[@barbaraj7465]

Another informative video. Plan to hit Little Adam's Peak (great tip re sunset) and 9 Arches Bridge the following morning before we leave for Embilipitiya. Thanks guys.

[@IntAffair]

Thanks Barbara! Glad you are going to see them both!

[@mohan7973]

Awesome video graphy and valuable information

[@panagiotakaldiri64]

All these details are super helpful, I visited Sri Lanka many years ago and sadly I missed so many things..

[@IntAffair]

It's all about the details 😃

[@SuperAyesha17]

You guys are awesome. I love! How give detail directions in your videos. So far you are the only travel bloggers that do. You show maps and cost and its awesome! Thank you guys so much and keep posting!

[@IntAffair]

Glad we could help!

[@kpfelixperera3686]

Wow. Amazing pictures lovely adventure.😲

[@IntAffair]

😍

[@ssap3717]

Most forget the great world end drop hike at Horton plains national park. You get off at ohiya just before reaching Ella. Beautiful bakers falls also inside the park.

[@rajenkumarpatel6213]

I find your videos most informative in all . Good work

[@IntAffair]

Thank you!

[@ianpatgriffin]

ABSOLUTELY love this video! The train ride reminds me of my experience in Thailand when I rode from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi. You really get immersed in the culture; food getting handed out, fans blowing to try to keep you cool, standing for hours on end. I actually go out of my way to book the lowest class ticket possible so you get an idea of what the locals experience. The views from Little Adams Peak looks picturesque and i cant wait for the next video!

[@IntAffair]

Sounds like you travel a lot like us 😍

[@ianpatgriffin]

@@IntAffair I would say so. I like to immerse myself as much as possible into the local culture whenever possible, plus I'm fairly frugal. The only part I should consider being more frugal on is the airfare; I tend to try to get cheap upgrades from economy when possible because I can't stand being stuck in a tight uncomfortable seat for 10-24 hours.

[@slr8471]

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[@traveladdicts2019]

Next time spring for the deluxe private cars that link to the train. A/C, plush seats, TVs, observation decks, not real expensive.

[@anuradhaabhayawardhana3860]

You both were unbelievable as covered there different places within such short time. Anyway very nice video...!!!

[@IntAffair]

Glad we could help! 😃

[@margaritaarreola9755]

I love Srilanka !!

[@IntAffair]

😍🇱🇰

[@claudiamuresan7194]

I'm going this year inJune in Sri Lanka ,so I've done a lot of research on the internet, but so far I have not found a video with really helpful tips like yours and believe me I've searched like a lot a lot :) ). I`m saving this video aswell ! Thanks a lot and keep up the good work ! :)

[@LankaTravelRoutes]

Welcome to srilanka

[@IntAffair]

Thanks Claudia! We're working on a "No BS" guide to Sri Lanka. It will be coming out in the next few weeks and it is loaded with great info!

[@downtolyrics1700]

Im from srilanka if u need any help. I can help u.

[@chathuramadusanka7309]

Hi Claudia✌️ warmly welcome to srilanka 🇱🇰 I will give you some tips if you willing to go beach Then i recommend to you to go Hikkaduwa,unawatuna,galle (dutch port), mirissa (Famous for beach parties saturday ),tangalle & Nilaveli trincomale. If you want to see elephants then i recommend to go udawalawa National park, pinnawala, Yala national park (sri lanka largest forest). If you want to go mountain areas then i recommend Ella, little adamspeak, ella rock , Nuwaraeliya gergory lake so cool, Adamspeak ( buddha temple). Also srilanka beautiful city and cleanest city is kandy. You can go sigiriya (the lion rock) it's included unesco heritage list.

[@blessyblessed5186]

@@chathuramadusanka7309 how do we get around from one place to another. Like how do we get to the train stations and to these places you mentioned

[@wickramarachchi1821]

Nice vlogging .with value information

[@Surfbird11]

“What’s next Dora?” That was hilarious!

[@ruifilipeamado6224]

Pretty accurate tips, thanks. For the train journey we did the same, we bought 2nd class tickets but the train was so overcrowded that we just stepped out and gave up. Fortunately, on the way out of the train station we spotted some empty places on the 3rd class train. 3rd class is mostly occupied by locals who get on and off very often, so it is easier to find a seat there. Don’t fall into the 2nd class trap that is mostly advised on all the social network out there.

[@IntAffair]

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[@thiwankasigera5469]

Woow ..the drone shots are amazing ..thank you visiting our country

[@IntAffair]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@robertwilliamson6121]

I found that in travel to southeast Asia, i was able to actually rent nice apartments for less than $200 a month in both Siem Reap, Cambodia and Chiang Mai, Thailand. I didn't book online. For four months in Chiang Mai, I rented a cheap hotel room.. and then spent the next few days tracking down a nice apartment deal. And for Siem Reap, Cambodia, I met a person online in a Siem Reap group that was living in Siem Reap, and he was able to get me a great deal on an apartment for two months in Siem Reap. Way way cheaper than a hotel. If your spending months somewhere in south and south east Asia..... rent an apartment. Every time...

[@shaunratnayake5957]

Very nice vlog and I really enjoyed it. Also very nice couple.

[@pettahprize6114]

Welcome to sri lanka both of you , Bro & sis if stay in sri lanka visit Adams peak nowadays , now season srarts ,, Thanks ,

[@chathuramadusanka7309]

Another nice video. If you guys go early morning to the ella rock wow it's gorgeous view also ella rock have Two view point both are cool. Anyway thanks visit to my beautiful country. Come back again 👍 🇱🇰 💪

[@R2Rmc]

Welcome to sri lanaka. Try traveling different destination other than all of vlogers usually gos to. And for train best seat is on the door 😜

[@magdajez]

Please share the best spots !

[@R2Rmc]

@@magdajez depends on what you are looking for, if you are a moto camping lover(if not still you can go) we can give you some tips. feel free to send a message to facebook.com/r2rmc or Instagram > r2trmc

[@marsdoria189]

Thank you for another great travel video.

[@IntAffair]

🙏🏼🙏🏼Thanks for checking us out!

[@antonfernando8409]

Awesome, really enjoyed the guided tour, how do you guys find these routes?

[@LankaTravelRoutes]

Welcome to srilanka

[@clevehughes1]

Really awesome vid guys, love your style its a breath of fresh air :)

[@IntAffair]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@shivharan8242]

Both you are very brave and courageous to take new adventures. Sorry, if you had experienced any inconvenience or discomfort during your stay here.

[@cbotha2738]

Omg how much time did you spend on that bridge!? You got two different drone shots of thw passing train. I know they are few and far between so that must have taken so much time!! Also, there is a stair case on the opposite side of the tunnel, where you can get the best view from above the bridge without a drone!

[@IntAffair]

We got lucky 😉

[@habibi4154]

Great stuff guys ... hope the climb back down from Ella rock wasn’t a hassle as it was most likely quite dark at the time .

[@IntAffair]

Wasn't terrible...our cell phone flashlights definitely came in handy though 😃

[@RanksProductionsGe]

Hey just want to say hello great vlog thanks for sharing lovely have a blessed day I ring your bell 👍🌹👌

[@IntAffair]

😍

[@Hellomyfrndss]

Cool ^^

[@krcolombage]

Tnx you a lot for nice video about Sri Lanka.

[@priyanthakumara3282]

You two are very good and very nice.

[@IntAffair]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@anilmallawarachchi9978]

Excellent!

[@IntAffair]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@JeewanthaKumarapali]

Thanks for visiting 🇱🇰

[@IntAffair]

😍🇱🇰

[@JeewanthaKumarapali]

@@IntAffair 🙏

[@UdithaMelanMahindarathna]

Woow you guys spent way too much for lunch and dinner. A plate of rice nd curry chicken for locals would cost around 250 max. And another tip,when trekking ella rock you guys turned to ur right from the foot bridge, but to be honest the left side is much more scenic than that. Also there is another cut which i took on first time i went there, it was through the forest and only a very few knows that. A littlebit hard to navigate and a bit long but its totally worth the amazing views you see. I think for that you should go under the railway bridge just before the kital ella station, tnhe curved one. Anyways guys this was an awesome video. Enjoyed alot❤ do visit srilanka again, there is so much to explore here!

[@tomislavbaraba6385]

In which month u was there in Sri Lanka?

[@DigitalSamTV]

How's Ella town in general, say for living and working remotely from for about a month?

[@NickPwnsUTube]

I'd disagree regarding not buying 1st class tickets. If you can, get them. Okay its not 'traditional' or whatever. But it's still cheap, you get a reserved seat, and you can still get up and sit out the open doors/window if you fancy.

[@janel.2650]

Hi, love your guide video, as usual! What's the name of the tune playing at 7:48?

[@blessyblessed5186]

Thank you so much for sharing. How did you get to the train station?

[@IntAffair]

We walked to it 😉

[@Gary_and_Linda]

Your videos are great. Do you ever go home? I was so glad to get to my own bed after 71 days travelling.

[@IntAffair]

Thank you! We're usually on the road for very long stretches! Definitely makes you miss your bed but the trade off is worth it 😉

[@julia_____swan7459]

Hello guys!!!! 🌺🌹😎😘

[@IntAffair]

✌🏼

[@gregbennett9588]

Hey how hard is it to love someone when you fight the good fight. "supposed to be where bhuddas footprints are" - really - those are in bhutan/nepal. Seems like you will be a good provider for my daughter LOL

[@leonardsvideos7353]

The consonant represented by "ch" in "arch" is pronounced like the two consonants in "church." You pronounced with a "k" sound, which is correct for "arc."

[@buddhikamjayasuriya]

My country ❤️🌍🇱🇰

[@IntAffair]

😍🇱🇰

[@MsTabi18]

he is soo funny...i was cracking up at 10:00

[@IntAffair]

😂😉

[@dinukahimakara4455]

If you buy 1st class tickets your seats are guaranteed. They only issue 1st class tickets if there are available. Also you will get air conditioning. 👍

[@cotemartinez7203]

love you guys!! you still travel together? did you now the page for reserve the tickets?

[@IntAffair]

Thanks 🙏🏼🙏🏼 We are! Check out our page for the latest travel video! This video should help with more info on train tickets: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oauzeH6vatuWjck

[@oguz3275]

Eggplant Curry and Murthaban Purata looks good

[@IntAffair]

One of our favorite restaurants in the entire country hands down 🤤

[@gregbennett9588]

Does she know the term Plaster Caster?

[@liztran]

Wow 😳 Enjoy huh?

[@IntAffair]

😍Thanks Liz!

[@justmario]

Did you get a lot of mosquito bites so far?

[@IntAffair]

No. We use a bug repellent lotion that is amazing: amzn.to/2PtZJ62

[@රංසිහේරත්ගේ]

Mate, can you fly drones freely in Sri Lankan or do you need any pre approval to do so? Muchly appreciate if you coul let me know that. Thanks

[@IntAffair]

Drone laws are a touchy subject. They are constantly changing. As we’re not officials and probably not the best to give legal advice on drone piloting, our recommendation is to check online before your trip to see if there are any new laws or requirements for flying. I can tell you that we've never had an issue, anywhere we've been, with airport security trying to confiscate our drone. Hope this helps! Safe travels!

[@රංසිහේරත්ගේ]

Thanks for the reply. Much appreciated.

[@slr8471]

Some people visi sri lanka and do everything in cheap prices. After that they said everything is bad.

[@larry7960]

Or you can do like my wife and I did, get on at Kadugannawa, like 30 minutes west of Kandy, and you can have a seat in 2nd class the entire trip. Also you can laugh at all the suckers who gets on at Kandy who have to stand. There were even people standing in the bathrooms.

[@madushipoornima2529]

Hello everyone! I'm Madushi Chandrasiri, a final year undergraduate of Department of Marketing Management, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. I hope you all have been enjoying the chilling vibes around the country as a tourist. Hope you all believe Sri Lanka as one among the best tourist destinations in the world. As an aspirate undergraduate I hope to make progress in Sri Lankan tourism. Could you please allocate a minute to fill out this questionnaire based on *"Impact of Experiential Marketing on Destination Image towards Sri Lankan Tourism with the mediating effect of Destination Trust", which is a partial requirement of my final research project 📚🖊️. Link for the questionnaire- forms.gle/uqeetGMJtpXwnCGe9 Your cooperation is highly appreciated in this matter. Thank You! Best Regards, Madushi Chandrasiri

[@shrek6923]

SRI LANKA IS SOO BEAUTIFUL OMFG I WENT THERE IN 2019 AND I WAS ABLE TO CLIMB UP ADAMS PEAK. IT WAS AMAZING. I WAS TOLD TO ALWAYS HAVE A POSITIVE MINDSET WHEN CLIMBING ADAMS PEAK COS OTHERWISE SNAKES ATTACK YOU OR SOMETHING.

[@juanromero1661]

I hope everyone is taking notes. hahahaha.

[@pattee55]

What was the bathroom like on the train? We really enjoy your videos.

[@IntAffair]

It was like most trains in SE Asia per se. Not the cleanest but not the worst thing out there 😃

[@cbotha2738]

The one we had was just a toilet seat with a hole that drops straight onto the tracks. But for Sri Lanka standards, it was quite clean

[@buffalo194]

Heavily packed trains has been a major issue in Sri Lanka. But fortunately Gvt has identified the issue and they have purchased trains most of which will be put to operation on Ella Railway line. Sorry for the bad experience you had on the train.

[@IntAffair]

We never had a bad experience on the train...In our opinion, this was the best way to see how the country moves internally. Glad we got to have that experience!

[@prasaniro]

ලස්සනයි හුත්තො

[@kanchanaweranga9363]

You can book your seat in advance