I CAN'T BELIEVE I DID THIS IN SRI LANKA 🇱🇰 (Best Travel Day EVER)

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  • @PaddyDoyle.
    @PaddyDoyle.  Рік тому +21

    🛺 RENT your very own tuk-tuk in Sri Lanka with www.tuktukrental.com/ and USE CODE : PADDYDOYLE for a cheeky little discount!

    • @Nickle314
      @Nickle314 Рік тому

      On google maps, if you see the route, switch to walking mode and make sure it follows the same route, you can see the change in elevation on the route

    • @RoelCandaeleARTISTSPAGE
      @RoelCandaeleARTISTSPAGE Рік тому

      Wauw nice paddy 😘💓

    • @renukaihalagedara9851
      @renukaihalagedara9851 Рік тому

      ​rqqq

    • @intelligence0321
      @intelligence0321 Рік тому

      Inspirational. I hope to follow in your footsteps of discovering these lands very soon. Thanks for what you do.

    • @aliciamarie9704
      @aliciamarie9704 Рік тому

      I faced my fear of heights on the Manitou Incline, Manitou Springs, CO in USA

  • @snowy3578
    @snowy3578 Рік тому +42

    I was in Sri Lanka when the economy went pop. It was sad to see the people struggling with long queues for fuel and food but really pleased to see that it’s got a lot better.
    Fantastic country fantastic people. 🇱🇰 ❤

  • @LetsGo012
    @LetsGo012 Рік тому +69

    That tower! Just NOPE!!! My stomach was churning just watching you. Well done conquering your fear

    • @michaelpecukonis5074
      @michaelpecukonis5074 Рік тому +2

      Yeah it made my legs wobbly. I tried chain climbing a mountain side in Zion and it was terrifying. I'll never do that kind of thing again.

  • @RichHarmer
    @RichHarmer Рік тому +45

    Holy crap that tower was cool and scary. Excellent drone footage from that as well. I had no idea that Sri Lanka had such high elevation. Good episodes.

  • @TVSCDN
    @TVSCDN 10 місяців тому +2

    Super drive in Electric Tuk Tuk n climb🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤😊
    Srilanka is a lovely place to visit n enjoy the green 🟢 hills❤🎉😊

  • @barbjim01
    @barbjim01 Рік тому +21

    That tower! Holy crap! My palms were sweaty watching you go up. The drone footage was fantastic.

    • @PaddyDoyle.
      @PaddyDoyle.  Рік тому +3

      You and me both!

    • @peteonthestreet604
      @peteonthestreet604 Рік тому

      Hahaha I was just gonna say my hand and feet were soaked in sweat by the time you reached the top and got the drone shot

    • @thila
      @thila Рік тому +1

      palms sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy ? was that the case

  • @warrencramer4516
    @warrencramer4516 Рік тому +2

    I'm an Aussie, but Srilankan heritage, and when watching your experience with that tower... I thought... Phuc Dat!!

  • @rebecca_r
    @rebecca_r Рік тому +2

    From someone terrified of heights I'm proud of you! I love that you show your struggles

  • @RobRodin
    @RobRodin Рік тому +16

    Smashing accomplishment Paddy. I can't imagine how they built that tower. Loved the big smile on your face when you finally got to the top.

  • @rickbarrington
    @rickbarrington Рік тому +2

    What a cool temple and so picturesque! Quick question for the Sri Lankans from an ignorant foreigner - isn’t Hinduism the second largest religion in SL? How come it’s not represented in the tower?

  • @adriennethenomad
    @adriennethenomad Рік тому +27

    Well done!!! I know your fear of heights! So proud of you!!! (And yes, saving this for our future trip to Sri Lanka😊). What an accomplishment!!🎉. And the fact you had your drone filming it all ❤. Second thoughts though on the E-tuktuk! 😂

  • @BrianMax
    @BrianMax Рік тому +11

    GREAT STUFF! You're one of my favorite travel vloggers because you push yourself, eat and sleep like the locals, and acheive new personal records.
    It's nice to see the local cops helping a traveler

    • @rachelandmilan
      @rachelandmilan Рік тому

      I’m currently travelling around Sri Lanka and it’s an incredible country. I am in Kandy at the moment and travelling to Ella tomorrow. We Vlog everyday and visited (&rode) Elephants yesterday please check it out & show some appreciation

  • @MeridaAesthetica
    @MeridaAesthetica Рік тому +5

    The roads are so clean

  • @roblacyclist1170
    @roblacyclist1170 Рік тому +9

    Paddy, your camera work on the tower was excellent 😊🙏

  • @melissafrye76
    @melissafrye76 Рік тому +11

    So proud of you!! I remember when you let Lena go up by herself.... 😂 But this time not only did you go up by yourself but you even looked like you enjoyed it a bit! Bravo! 🥰

    • @PaddyDoyle.
      @PaddyDoyle.  Рік тому +1

      Yes! Thank you!

    • @melissasinger8642
      @melissasinger8642 Рік тому

      The mates are cheering so loud for you! Good on you for making it!!!🎉

  • @maureenpreston2443
    @maureenpreston2443 Рік тому +4

    Congratulations Paddy, I could not do that in a million years. My heart, stomach and head were in a sympathetic state of fear! Such bravery. So impressed!

  • @diggindownunder8051
    @diggindownunder8051 Рік тому +5

    Love your videos Paddy, the drone shots are fantastic. I am going to S.L in Feb 24 and you have shown me some great place to see...... Stay safe from down under !

    • @sankaumayanga8615
      @sankaumayanga8615 Рік тому

      You are most welcome here. Hope you will have a wonderful time in SL

  • @stjules66
    @stjules66 Рік тому +4

    No way! I felt your fear all the way up and I’m sure coming down was possibly more frightening. I visited Sri Lanka about 5 years ago and that was definitely not on my list😂 So interesting to hear about the joys and challenges of your electric tuk tuk. Nuwara Eliya is an interesting place which surprised us. So different to the rest of Sri Lanka. Thanks for facing your fears with us and keep up the amazing content 😊

  • @34547
    @34547 Рік тому +6

    Nuwara Elia is great, the English colonial architecture is nice. There’s a decent hotel there with a pub and restaurants inside. Of course being an English you’d feel at home there!

  • @RetiredGlobalLife
    @RetiredGlobalLife Рік тому

    Great thumbnail. I remember going up the Leaning Tower of Pisa about 40+ years ago, when there was no railing of any type. And because it is truly LEANING, I couldn't believe how nervous I felt.

  • @ThailandThomas
    @ThailandThomas Рік тому +6

    My Electric Tuk Tuk was hijacked by the Police. hahaha (Your Short) Wow, what a epic view from the top!!! So scary getting to the top. Amazing what you will do for the channel. Thanks Mate!

  • @john_____
    @john_____ Рік тому +4

    There was a famous British agent called JOHN DOYLE who lived in Sri Lanka in colonial era and he could speak sinhalese who died in 1820s and buried in Kandy cemetery and every sri lankans are learn about him very well in the school and his personal diary record collections are very famous in sri lanka .

  • @teresap1172
    @teresap1172 3 місяці тому

    Paddy I knew how tight it gets and how high it was before you started and my stomach was totally turning before you started. As you were going up I didn't know if I was going to make it the whole way. You are beyond brave my friend. Congratulations 🎉🎉

  • @adama6440
    @adama6440 Рік тому

    Man i love how friendly it is over there. You show the cameraor take a picture theyre happy smiling in front like the 70s, 80s and 90s here in america lol sadly these days here people in the west would scream crying or assault you for carrying around that camera walking around here in the US would get you possibly arrested or a big ticket

  • @palatao_bikers
    @palatao_bikers Рік тому

    good video as always paddy doyle... The last video I followed from your channel was during the Thailand tour. 1st season maybe... after that I lost interest a little bit... but since two or three days, your shorts came up... and I kept looking at this video.. I promise, I will continue watching your videos starting from the video last time I stayed.. Take care of health, take care of safety.. happy holidays... peace

  • @wyssdaniel
    @wyssdaniel Рік тому +2

    I can relate, Paddy. I have the same issue with the height. I get nervous watching this from the sofa already 😅 I’ll be in Sri Lanka with Karl Watson in February. Looking forward to this beautiful country.

  • @herroldvervloet
    @herroldvervloet Рік тому +1

    My palms are sweating watching you climb that tower. Never, never, never will I go up that tower. I get dizzy just looking into an empty soup bowl. 😄Nice video again Paddy. 👍

  • @deesparklebazinga9374
    @deesparklebazinga9374 Рік тому +1

    The music is freaking me out! The music alone is making my heart pound!!!

  • @twinflowerfioretta
    @twinflowerfioretta Рік тому +3

    Wow Paddy, the walk up the tower was insane, great filming, fantastic view ! i wish you would have had a piece of charcoal with you to write your name on the top : "i did it ! Paddy Doyle " 🤩✌It is a great adventure with your lazy Tuk Tuk, - it doesn`t like steep roads lol ! - we see at least you make nice encounters when you are in troubles with it ❤👍

  • @WendyFrankham
    @WendyFrankham Рік тому +1

    Amazing Paddy, well done!! Another fantastic video. We're watching your back catalogue and loving it, thank you x

  • @gordondenilson2666
    @gordondenilson2666 8 місяців тому

    gwan paddy been watching since lockdown when you first started smashing it mate

  • @AmbientWalking
    @AmbientWalking Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the new experience! I love this virtual tour that I just took with you. So awesome : )

  • @susanreay7061
    @susanreay7061 Рік тому +1

    That tower didn't get any easier to watch the second time round. Well done you! 🏆

  • @zailinahmad9695
    @zailinahmad9695 Рік тому

    So so proud of your achievement conquering your fear and that wonderful wonderful shots of the climb up. Knowing your anxiety prob, you smashed it! Well done Paddy. God bless.

  • @teresap1172
    @teresap1172 3 місяці тому

    You stayed at the Blue Moon!! Great choice. I couldn't believe it.

  • @Wanderlust.travelandcoffee
    @Wanderlust.travelandcoffee Рік тому +3

    Wicked episode...I so remember the tower with Lena from ages ago 😂 glad you made it mate. Couldn't do it myself 😱 so proud of you 🎉

  • @sharonclarken922
    @sharonclarken922 Рік тому +1

    arghhh i had sweaty palms watching you climb that tower! well done, that was some climb!

  • @ONEsassysheep
    @ONEsassysheep Рік тому +1

    So proud you made it to the top of the spire! I was cheering you on! 😅

  • @AndGoWithTheFlow
    @AndGoWithTheFlow Рік тому +2

    WOW ! Nice, the view is so good it's worth the exploit. I'd love to visit this place.

    • @rachelandmilan
      @rachelandmilan Рік тому

      I’m currently travelling around Sri Lanka and it’s an incredible country. I am in Kandy at the moment and travelling to Ella tomorrow. We Vlog everyday and visited (&rode) Elephants yesterday please check it out & show some appreciation

  • @josephhapp9
    @josephhapp9 Рік тому

    Another good video,,, and learning about the E Tuktuk.
    Thank you 🙏🙏🙏

  • @tonyf7997
    @tonyf7997 Рік тому +1

    Great video mate! Issue is they need to use a more powerful motor to be able to cope with weight of vehicle, people, luggage. Still it is something new and they will get it eventually.
    Just look at electric bikes and scooters…
    Your vid on Sri Lanka tour is beautiful and your travel vlogs are not only visually beautiful but educational!
    Thanks Paddy from 🇦🇺🇦🇺
    PS my stomach was turning over with you going up that tower - no way! I’m terrified of heights!

  • @BodyBliss_by_Nadine
    @BodyBliss_by_Nadine Рік тому +1

    OMGGGG 😳😳😳😳 thy tower is terrifying!!!!!

  • @chokureikensho
    @chokureikensho Рік тому

    Paddy! So proud of you! I did this tower many years ago with tears of fear pouring down my face 😅 The feeling afterwards is one for the records 💯✨🥰 WE did it!!

  • @sanchithasamarathunga7926
    @sanchithasamarathunga7926 Рік тому

    As you go up the tower, the space decreases❤😃😉

  • @wendy-0101
    @wendy-0101 Рік тому

    ❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻I also hated heights. When I visited CN Tower Toronto & went to very top it was an amazing feeling. Have a great week. 💞💋🇸🇪🇬🇧

  • @hopeheavenonplanetearth1417

    Congratulations 🎉 Thanks for taking us with you! I remember when you tried before… I can’t believe it was that long ago(2019). Amazing 👏

  • @joseh979
    @joseh979 Рік тому

    Omg just watching this made me put my phone down to get some breaths can only imagine what you where going through specially when there was people coming down the stairwell well
    Done my friend WELL DONE.

  • @susangoodell6168
    @susangoodell6168 Рік тому +1

    Holy Moly. Gave me heart palpitations just watching that accent 😢😊

  • @heihot
    @heihot Рік тому +1

    🧗‍♂️ And a new pair of pants pleace...
    Have a great day 🖖

  • @SeanHendy
    @SeanHendy Рік тому

    I feel for you Paddy. Did Snowden via the Pyg track and Crib Goch a knife edge ridge and Grade 1 scramble, certainly not for the feint of heart. Sheer drops on either side that are hundreds of feet. I was glad to get to the top, and thankful the route down was different lol.

  • @StarlightGazer-pv3qx
    @StarlightGazer-pv3qx Рік тому

    Holy crap I don't think I would. Too afraid of heights. Good for you Paddy your awesome man pushing through your fears is admirable. ❤

  • @SandraGartner-hj9ty
    @SandraGartner-hj9ty 2 місяці тому

    🙏 Such a gentle way to start the day...👍

  • @spknight1
    @spknight1 Рік тому +1

    I feel sick watching this, and I've just come back from the cinema watching Saw X. Well done 🎉

  • @johnwilliamson7758
    @johnwilliamson7758 Рік тому

    You are truly inspirational. Thank you for bringing us along on your journey.

  • @Geoffreyboucher
    @Geoffreyboucher Рік тому

    Cheers as always Paddy 😊😊😊😊😊😊

  • @connielinz879
    @connielinz879 Рік тому

    🙌🙌🙌Well done Paddy!! I don't think I could have climbed that tower.

  • @debramarshall1461
    @debramarshall1461 Рік тому +1

    Excellent work Paddy on conquering your fear of heights be very proud of yourself ❤❤❤

  • @timwedding3075
    @timwedding3075 Рік тому

    Congrats , just watched your climb, to conquer your fear is a very proud moment, congrats again

  • @hfc6535
    @hfc6535 Рік тому

    Very well done Paddy, getting up the tower and defeating your fear of heights. No way on earth I would have been able to do that .

  • @gayangurudeniya9582
    @gayangurudeniya9582 Рік тому

    never give up. u did it.lena did well last time.give our best regards for them.thank s for visit us again .❤️🙏🇱🇰

    • @rachelandmilan
      @rachelandmilan Рік тому +1

      We are currently travelling round Sri Lanka and have vlogged every single day! Check out our videos if you love sri lanka😅

  • @lindabuck2777
    @lindabuck2777 Рік тому

    Show those pretty pearly whites in an ear splitting grin-well deserved well done paddy!!! Always nice to feel welcome in a new place. Love how police got to test the tuktuk they were amazed. Question; are Indian curry’s similar in heat to Thai curries? I don’t know about curries want to learn. Enjoy, safest travels, happy trails, thank you🙏🏻❤️

  • @loongmichael7367
    @loongmichael7367 Рік тому

    WOW. My knees will be shaking half way up already...Thanks for the journey.

  • @karencox5217
    @karencox5217 Рік тому

    Amazing effort. well done re climb.. be proud!

  • @denisebrooke2277
    @denisebrooke2277 Рік тому

    Paddy u were amazing I watched with my partner and our were viewing from our sofa we both gave you a round of applause ❤❤❤🎉

  • @mickp10
    @mickp10 Рік тому

    The tower climb was scary even watching it. Thanks for sharing your Sri Lanka journey.

  • @mopanimickey1591
    @mopanimickey1591 Рік тому

    OMG Paddy...I had to fast forward on your ascent and descent of the tower. My stomach was rolling and I was puling back in my chair. Lol. Well done Paddy.

  • @Lovepreet_Singh93
    @Lovepreet_Singh93 Рік тому

    Amazing vlog brother. Keep the good work up.

  • @Maria68Maria68
    @Maria68Maria68 Рік тому +2

    06:20 yeah, that's the future...😅

  • @dabey873
    @dabey873 Рік тому

    Hey, Paddy, you’ve given Sri Lanka tourism a great boost. Magnificent publicity 🎉🎉🎉. Paddy you’re a wonderful Irishman ☘️ . Hope you get thousands of viewers.🎉🎉🎉😂😂 Did I get the shamrock right???😂😂😂

  • @sankaumayanga8615
    @sankaumayanga8615 Рік тому

    Proud of you Paddy 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @billmoeller8897
    @billmoeller8897 Рік тому

    Wow, I was feeling dizzy just watching this. Congrats on making it to the top!

  • @StartLivingNow1963
    @StartLivingNow1963 Рік тому

    Another Awesome Adventure Paddy Doyle🙂👍

  • @NickyDunn
    @NickyDunn Рік тому

    Hiya Paddy.
    A trendsetter with the first electric TukTuk.
    Good workout for the Tuktuk. Seeing how it would cope with more people.
    Love the clip of the old footage.
    Good vibes. Seeing the locals around the Tuktuk.
    The views on your walk were insane. Kinda glad it did not make it to see those views.
    Omg. That was insane. So proud of you. Well done. At 50. Paddy. I still could not do this. What a thing to overcome. And achieve. Amazing. Epic. Wow. Wow. Wow. 💙My mouth is aching as I am smiling so much. Well done.
    The views are next level. The drone footage is spectacular. I have got to be honest. I felt so nervous for you. What a thing to conquer. Amazing.
    How lovely of the police. Such good vibes.
    Your lunch looked delicious. What a feast.
    You are great. Doing this will give them so much information regarding the tuk-tuk.
    Great result for the team.
    Lovely ending. Love seeing the horses just eating.
    Can not wait to share. Have a wonderful weekend. Lovely video. Can not wait for the next one.

  • @peterchoiuk
    @peterchoiuk Рік тому +1

    Hey Paddy, that's absolutely crazy, I could feel the vertigo as you were getting near the top 😂

  • @Commonsenseisnotcommon8
    @Commonsenseisnotcommon8 Рік тому

    I was holding my breath the whole time you were climbing the tower. I can’t believe once you got to the top you stayed up there that long. I would’ve made a quick way down if I would’ve even walked up at. And that is probably a big no in the first place. But congratulations. And I love that it’s dedicated to all of the religions. I will definitely visit that spot, but just enjoy it from the bottom. 😂🎉
    where can I get some information about the tuktuk. I live out here at the beach in Florida. I would love to have one of those. we don’t really have any hills to deal with. So it would be perfect.

  • @laurenosox
    @laurenosox 8 місяців тому

    You rock paddy!!!!

  • @ChrisSlack
    @ChrisSlack Рік тому

    Congratulations on the tower! Looks scarier than the cable going up Half Dome at Yosemite

  • @randomrachael420
    @randomrachael420 Рік тому

    18:26 So proud of you Paddy!! and most important you look proud of yourself, you should be :)
    Made my hands sweat just watching lol

  • @inkyrick7830
    @inkyrick7830 Рік тому

    Good job! It always pays to conquer fears.

  • @bronwynquinn4477
    @bronwynquinn4477 Рік тому

    Oh my goodness! Paddy! What a legend!

  • @OttoByOgraffey
    @OttoByOgraffey Рік тому

    Imagine being the people that built that!

  • @katherinelee6751
    @katherinelee6751 Рік тому

    Well done Paddy for conquering your fear of height 👏👏👍

  • @nightowl1on1
    @nightowl1on1 Рік тому

    you made I knees go weak watching you go up there wow

  • @Klaaske22
    @Klaaske22 Рік тому

    Crazy! How did you do it! I was afraid the tower would brake... You conquered!

  • @Matij1004
    @Matij1004 Рік тому

    really loved this video ❤

  • @reisgenieten
    @reisgenieten Рік тому

    Wow I’m so proud of you! 👏👏

  • @kimberlyparsons2223
    @kimberlyparsons2223 Рік тому

    Oh Hell NO!! I almost fainted watching, I had to look away so many times watching this video! Good for you!

  • @wendy-0101
    @wendy-0101 Рік тому

    😳😝😱No way I would do that. You are so brave Paddy. 💞💋

  • @YACKon
    @YACKon 27 днів тому

    Great climb! I'm not sure I could do that. But I will be in Sri Lanka next year!

  • @roysgreen
    @roysgreen 10 місяців тому

    Enjoyed all the video's, would have been nice to see the town though. Where to go for breakfast/dinner. Planning a visit..

  • @arulcastro5013
    @arulcastro5013 10 місяців тому

    I would have crawled up with a parachute. Thanks for sharing.

  • @FranklinCarrasco-zr7ex
    @FranklinCarrasco-zr7ex Рік тому

    Beautiful SriLanka 😮

  • @tstriker86
    @tstriker86 Рік тому

    As always The best video….. love you too mate…

  • @kalamoku
    @kalamoku 5 місяців тому

    Oh wow, I would just want to jump off and fly! I love your channel, your filming and editing is brilliant. But how did you get the drone shot of you at the top - did you go get your stuff and climb up again!?? and how come no one nicks your stuff ( from your bag you dumped) and from your abandoned tuk tuk??

  • @tinabignell7495
    @tinabignell7495 Рік тому

    Omg paddy! Soo proud of u well done.. Scarey s***t.. I was shaking for u.. Amazing achievement x

  • @johnjanevlog6209
    @johnjanevlog6209 Рік тому

    Well done Paddy. U did it...

  • @amansmemories
    @amansmemories 11 місяців тому

    Hey Paddy! Great series as always. What map animation template do you use ? I love it. Thanks!

  • @michaelb2388
    @michaelb2388 Рік тому

    I just went up to the top yesterday. I suffer from vertigo so it was pretty scary for me. When I got to the top there was a couple ahead of me and it was impossible for them to get past me to come back down so I'm truth I was a few steps from the top but that was good enough for me, I was eager to get off the thing. Like you I just didn't trust the structure - especially in the strong winds.

  • @naturepluslanka
    @naturepluslanka Рік тому

    Well come to sri lanka ❤ thank you 😊

  • @juleskayak
    @juleskayak Рік тому +1

    Phew, scary just watching, congratulations,