High in Sri Lanka’s emerald highlands, where the air turns cooler and the horizon breaks into silhouettes of tea gardens and mountain ridges, a new kind of December ritual is taking shape. Ella, long adored for its cinematic train ride and mist-wrapped hikes, steps confidently into the global party map this festive season with Ravana Pool Club’s Back to Back Pool Parties, a curated series of themed parties leading to a breathtaking mountaintop New Year’s Eve celebration Ravana NYE.
Set on the Uva Greenland Estate with unobstructed views of Ella Rock and Little Adam’s Peak, Ravana Pool Club feels like a sanctuary tucked into the sky.
Back to Back Pool Parties
For international travellers seeking a year-end celebration that blends cultural touches and the free-spirited joy of a holiday escape, Back to Back Pool Parties is a destination experience.
The pool party series is designed as a progression of moods happening from11 AM onwards, where each day invites travellers to step into a different vibe.
25th December – Christmas Splash
A warm, golden Christmas cradled in the highlands. Families gather around heated pools, Santa’s 5 PM arrival delights children, and package guests are welcomed with complimentary sangria or fruit punch. Generous family platters and festive beverage deals create an elegant, joy-filled start to the week.
26th December –
A tropical fantasy above the clouds with coconut blends, Hawaiian food corners with pizza, ribs, kebabs, smoothie bowls), shisha and all-day happy hour — a laid-back island party with mountain air.
27th December – Lovers’ Escape
An evening steeped in love. Tapas, refined bites, premium shisha flavours, crafted long drinks, and cocktail happy hours come together under Ella’s soft twilight. A day for couples to slip into their own world.
28th December – Bollywood Splash
Vibrant & cinematic Indian food favourites – samosas, pakoras, tandoori kebab paired with signature cocktails like Masala Mule, Bombay Breeze and Mango Royale. A chai and masala tea counter adds warmth to this colour-soaked celebration.
29th December – Cultural Fiesta
A soulful immersion into island heritage. Wes, shawl, drum, pantheru and fire dancers ignite the night; traditional cuisine and artful arrack cocktails deliver an elevated taste of Sri Lanka’s cultural heartbeat.
30th December – The Ladies’ Affair
A glamorous crescendo. Free entrance and sangria for ladies, an elegant Italian – Arabic food theme, a stylish party dress code, a DJ-led dance competition and prize vouchers create a night entirely owned by feminine energy and celebration.
Each night builds anticipation raising the energy step by step toward the climactic Ravana NYE 2025.
Ravana NYE on 31 December
When the final evening arrives, Ravana Pool Club unveils its most spectacular self. From 7 pm to 3 am, the venue becomes a stage for live DJs, percussion ensembles, specialty menus, crafted long drinks, and an atmosphere that feels part festival, part luxury retreat. As midnight approaches, glasses of sparkling wine are raised not against city lights , but against the silent majesty of the Ella mountains. It is a countdown in the clouds, an unforgettable way to greet the first moments of 2026.
For International Travellers
Ravana Pool Club maintains a seamless and welcoming experience for foreign guests. Entrance to Back to Back Pool Parties is redeemable, functioning like a curated tasting credit toward drinks or dining. NYE entrance is priced at LKR 5,000, including 2 draughts of beer & a countdown glass of sparkling wine.
Groups and couples can reserve VIP lounges and private poolside spaces, ideal for travellers who prefer comfort and personal service. These book out early during the holiday peak, making advance reservation essential.
What truly defines the experience, however, is the Ella warmth, the effortless hospitality of the highlands, where the pace is gentle and the smiles are genuine.
Your Journey Into the Highlands
Ella is easily accessible through scenic routes from Colombo, and most travellers choose to make it their primary festive-season base in Sri Lanka. The town’s boutique hotels, tea estate retreats, and hillside villas make it a natural choice for travellers seeking serenity by day and celebration by night. Ravana Pool Club is just minutes from central Ella, ensuring every visit is effortless. In light of recent events, Sri Lanka faced heavy rainfall, flooding and landslides triggered by Cyclone Ditwah which is a weather event that impacted many regions across the island in late November 2025. However, authorities have since reopened the roads, including the critical route through Ella. As of now, transportation corridors are clear, local infrastructure has been stabilized, and the tourism industry reports a return to normal operations, meaning Ella and its surroundings are ready to welcome you safely once again.
Insider Notes for the Perfect Experience
Arrive before sunset to witness the most photographed golden hour in the hill country.
Bring layers because Ella evenings are refreshingly cool compared to the coast.
Keep your camera ready; Ravana Pool Club’s architecture and surrounding landscapes are effortlessly photogenic.
Reserve early if you want a VIP pool bed, private lounge, or NYE seating.
Why Ravana NYE Stands Apart
While December in Sri Lanka is alive with celebration, Ravana Pool Club sets a new standard for festive season experiences in the island’s highlands. Here, rising peaks frame every moment, cool mountain air replaces the tropical heat, and the atmosphere feels immersive, elevated, and effortlessly luxurious. Ravana NYE stands as Sri Lanka’s signature highland countdown , a singular celebration where luxury, nature, culture and global party energy come together in unforgettable mountaintop nights.
If your year-end travels call for more than a holiday, if they call for a memory, Ella is where your New Year begins!
Bookings & info
Reserve your spot for Back to Back Pool Parties or enquire about NYE packages at +94 76 627 7388 / +94 57 222 8080 or info@ravanapoolclub.com. For full package details and the official event calendar, check Ravana Pool Club’s event and packages pages.
