Rock climbing is a sport in which participants climb up or across natural rock formations or man-made rock walls. The goal is to reach the summit of a formation or the endpoint of a pre-defined route. Rock climbing is similar to scrambling (another activity involving the scaling of hills and similar formations), but climbing is generally differentiated because of the use of hands to support the climber's weight as well as to provide balance.

Rock climbing is a physically and mentally demanding sport, one that often tests a climber's strength, endurance, agility, and balance along with his or her mental control. It can be a dangerous sport and knowledge of proper climbing techniques and usage of specialized climbing equipment is crucial for the safe completion of routes
Certain mountain ranges in Sri Lanka offer the daring types with some exhilarating climbing routes. Climbing expeditions in the country is a perfect way to discover nature and at times is offered to sport enthusiasts with rafting and sailing expeditions.

A majority of mountaineering expeditions are executed in places such as the Knuckles Mountain Range. Well known for its eco tourism and breathtaking natural ambience, Belihul-Oya is a hamlet, positioned in the Sabaragamuwa province. It is about 160 kilometres from the business capital Colombo and includes hotels and tour operators that offer have planned out tours for those who are keen on rock climbing.

Other places that provide rock climbers a unique sense of excitement are The Ella Adventure Park, Habarana, Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Horton Plains and Buttala.

Rock climbing is a comparatively new activity in Sri Lanka. This reason alone makes it an interesting place for climbing with new routes. Rock climbing in the country is not limited for the ardent climbers alone. Amateur climbers have great opportunities here as well. With the likes of Excel World, which offers indoor rock climbing practice, amateurs have the ability to practice on the rock climbing abilities.

Apart from practice climbing, the country offers some interesting routes that have been developed especially for amateur climbers. For instance, the rock face of Babarkanda, which is Sri Lanka’s tallest waterfall, is an exciting place for rock climbing.  At the Babarkanda waterfall, there are two climbing paths. One path is made for the professional climber while the other is made for beginners.

Professional rock climbers will have the opportunity to become a part of the discovery missions by working as a team and discovering the magnificence of nature together. Indulge in this adventure sport and take part in the discovery of Sri Lanka’s beautiful terrain.