Dangerous Hike Along the Rail Tracks in Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

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  • Опубліковано 18 тра 2019
  • One of the best things to do in Sri Lanka is hiking in the beautiful countryside. This afternoon hike wasn't planned. I was actually on the train from Colombo to Ohiya and decided to get off one stop early, at Pattipola station, so that I could hike along the rail tracks to my final destination.
    Travelling light with just a 30 litre backpack gives me the freedom to do stuff like that.
    It was a fun adventure until I came across a dark tunnel, full of bats, with no light at the end. Did I dare to go through it?
    It may seem strange to people from western countries but walking on the rail tracks is fairly common in Sri Lanka. Locals use the tracks often as shortcuts. Is it safe? With trains being so few and far between it is safe, as long as you know when the trains are coming. I didn't, but don't be stupid like me.
    I travelled to this area, known as the Central Highlands of Sri Lanka in order to hike the World's End trail in the Horton Plains National Park (also famous for the Devil's Staircase). There will be another video about my adventures there coming soon.
    The train line that I hiked on is famed for being the most beautiful train ride in the world. It's the Colombo - Badulla line, which stops at Hatton, Kotagala, Nanu Oya (for Nuwara Eliya) and Ella, which are some of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka.
    The price of the train ticket was 600 rupees for 2nd class unreserved. It's basically impossible to reserve a seat on this train unless you book the ticket 1 month in advance, when they are made available. To do that you either need to be in Sri Lanka or pay extra to use an internet based agency.
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  • @Dale_Philip
    @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +311

    Thanks for watching. Hit the subscribe button if you want to see more videos like this soon.

    • @putrajurangpati6010
      @putrajurangpati6010 5 років тому +9

      Huh ! So u are luky to be alive from the train after the tunnel . And anyways u do an amazing job. I'm from colombo

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +17

      @@putrajurangpati6010 If the train came I would have leaned against the wall and (probably) been fine, haha. Thank you my friend, I will upload another video tomorrow.

    • @chamillalakmali8139
      @chamillalakmali8139 5 років тому +3

      Love your vedio! Very different to the most of SL travel vedios! Ohiya is one of my favourite travelling destinations in SL. ❤❤❤❤👍👍👍

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +6

      @@chamillalakmali8139 It's a very special part of the country. 🧡

    • @dpldmadushani
      @dpldmadushani 5 років тому +1

      👍👍👍

  • @ragingwarrior8098
    @ragingwarrior8098 5 років тому +272

    You are a real traveler...This is how you should enjoy traveling.

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +36

      Thank you my friend. I'm happier doing stuff like this than paying to get into some "attraction" filled with tourists.

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +24

      @Enchanted Forest Thanks for the kind words. I'm still just a beginner with making these videos so hopefully a year or two from now they will be even better to watch. :)

    • @world-spotting-RENE
      @world-spotting-RENE 5 років тому +3

      @@Dale_Philip you doing great .....

    • @lt8865
      @lt8865 3 роки тому +2

      I find this particular video a great cure for constipation Dale!

    • @saddany3254
      @saddany3254 3 роки тому +1

      I love that he can have fun on his own without partner.

  • @idiotsonroads2386
    @idiotsonroads2386 5 років тому +284

    Dude you're hella brave to go through that first tunnel. I almost crapped my pants watching you lol.

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +107

      I have to credit it more to my stupidity than my bravery I'm afraid 😆

    • @inayatbilgrami2917
      @inayatbilgrami2917 4 роки тому +1

      @@Dale_Philip Hahaha

    • @manojithkrishnan
      @manojithkrishnan 3 роки тому +1

      @@Dale_Philip i guess there will be small pocket areas inside tunnel to stand aside incase

    • @mr.e6033
      @mr.e6033 3 роки тому

      😂😂 same here

    • @JH-cq2fy
      @JH-cq2fy 3 роки тому +2

      What a timing 😨 but don’t try it anymore 😬
      I was screaming “run run, hurry up“ 😅

  • @chinthakaruwan4786
    @chinthakaruwan4786 5 років тому +198

    This is the second longest railway tunnel in Sri Lanka which was constructed more than hundred years ago by British engineers. Something special in this tunnel, this tunnel connects two different climate zones. When you enter to the tunnel you will experience one climate and once you come out from other end you can experience totally different climate. Sometimes when you enter to the tunnel it's raining heavily and when you come out from other end no rain at all.

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +57

      That's really good information. Thank you. I wish I knew this before to tell it in the video because it's a really interesting fact.

    • @ironspider9026
      @ironspider9026 5 років тому +7

      @@Dale_Philip You definitely missed that fact about the climate it's really interesting. I am sure you knew the other fact that it was built by British but you din want to bring that up.

    • @bootslangley4875
      @bootslangley4875 5 років тому +7

      @Hawk Who Knows All It looks like there has to always be one asshole who feels he just has to talk shit.
      Looks like this one is you.
      As Conor McGregor said; "Who The Fuck is THAT Guy"?
      As IF you have ever gotten off your couch to do anything but pound on the keyboard like an Orangutan, and get another beer.
      Oh, and save your next comment. No one gives a shit.
      cheers
      Boots Langley
      La Mesa, ca

    • @dmajumdar2059
      @dmajumdar2059 5 років тому +1

      @@Dale_Philip British engineers have left their impressive mark on various structures across India as well. One of the reasons i developed a favourable view of the British growing up in India, even though my friends would call me a "dafty"!

    • @user-vm9nk4mp7e
      @user-vm9nk4mp7e 4 роки тому +4

      15 000 km from British , Hollandis, Portugeesis came to my motherland Sri Lanka and slaved our people and plundered our wealth - those days Sinhala and Tamils dont have political problems - after British left they gave also political problem they divided our country

  • @jacqdanieles
    @jacqdanieles 5 років тому +79

    *"Your man doesn't need a tuk tuk. He's got two strong legs"* 😄😄😄

  • @veroshaabeygoonewardena9839
    @veroshaabeygoonewardena9839 5 років тому +79

    Whoa when that train came by almost as soon as you got off the tunnel, I was just like 😱

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +29

      That was pretty much my face at the time too hahaha

  • @anosh2490
    @anosh2490 5 років тому +144

    The first tourist to do à vlog going through a tunnel, that was creepy, what a beautiful country

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +19

      Yes, the sound of those bats still creeps me out. They were so close as well. 🦇

    • @sunethsilva2720
      @sunethsilva2720 5 років тому +3

      @@Dale_Philip Damn it was too risky.. I would never do that.

    • @buzzniz
      @buzzniz 5 років тому +1

      I did this when I was in the forth grade , lucky I am not along

    • @sunethsilva2720
      @sunethsilva2720 5 років тому +1

      @@buzzniz lucky you were not met with a train. There would be no way back if you meet up with a moving train in the tunnel, as it creates a law pressure region relative to the tunnel surface. Definitely suck in to it..nothing but death penalty. Dale Philip!! you may not try it again...

    • @bootslangley4875
      @bootslangley4875 5 років тому

      @@sunethsilva2720 High speed/60-80+mph train? "Maybe".
      20mph. not so much/at all.
      It would/is still be Freaky, but not death defying. Been there. Freaked that!

  • @matthewmccann4795
    @matthewmccann4795 5 років тому +69

    Seriously almost shit my pants just watching this video! Probably won't do that myself but glad you did it for us viewers! Keep the videos coming, I love them! :)

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +20

      Just take a good flashlight and study the train times and you'll be fine..... probably 😂

    • @Cool_D
      @Cool_D 5 років тому +6

      @@Dale_Philip yes, probably, if you are lucky. Arghh! Stay safe!

  • @dewdoowee4482
    @dewdoowee4482 5 років тому +57

    i didn't breath all the time you were in the dark tunnel. you are crazy, be careful and be safe buddy.

  • @SahanTheMighty
    @SahanTheMighty 5 років тому +118

    Dale, you will go down in history as the first person to vlog that journey. 👏🏽👏🏽🧡

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +25

      Haha too many people vlogging about the same stuff. Gotta find some unique experiences when traveling.

    • @SahanTheMighty
      @SahanTheMighty 5 років тому +8

      Dale Philip That was a good idea. I’ve never seen Sri Lanka like that before.
      Those tunnels were a bit dicey. I figured you lived to tell the tale after seeing the video upload. 😕🙄

  • @williamcarrington61
    @williamcarrington61 5 років тому +83

    You are blessed with a good attitude , and a sense of humour .

  • @WaMo721
    @WaMo721 4 роки тому +16

    12:56 that hit me spiritually 😌...
    "There is light....u just gotta keep going"

  • @watchviewer
    @watchviewer 4 роки тому +18

    That was so brave going through the tunnel, well done, you lived another day. Well timed to miss the train!

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  4 роки тому +9

      I was very lucky, that's all. 😆👍

  • @selina57
    @selina57 3 роки тому +5

    I’m currently binge watching your old videos cause I miss watching your videos, and WOW - you’re truly are an amazing and brave man, Dale, with no exaggeration.
    I doubt any other travelers would do what you did in this video. I really love your courage and bravery for going through the first tunnel. Your spirit is truly very inspiring and admirable!
    I usually don’t really fancy travel vloggers cause they often only visit the touristy places instead of showing the true beauty of the country, but you Dale is one of a kind. You’ve helped me a lot in 2020 especially during the lockdown period. I felt like I was traveling the world when I watch your vlogs. Your videos are very informative, spontaneous, and beautiful.
    Thank you so much for being one of the reasons why I got through 2020. You may think that this is weird but your videos really did help me go through 2020.
    I look forward to be watching more videos from you and I hope that you’ll visit Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia someday and explore the beauty of Malaysia!
    Cheers! Happy new year!

  • @twistedstyles
    @twistedstyles 3 роки тому +3

    you read my mind dale! i was noticing you travel 100% alone in all your videos while you see many youtubers who do similar videos as you but they usually meet up with other friends. you are a true brave man and much respect for what you do. love watching your videos. keep up the great work.

  • @grahamkane8851
    @grahamkane8851 4 роки тому +25

    Really great videos. I’ve been too Sri Lanka 4 times and it’s an amazing country.

  • @yasirusy8062
    @yasirusy8062 5 років тому +13

    This is absolutely fantastic. Great video brother. You're lucky and amazing! Enjoy your life to the fullest. More videos please. Great Job! Cheers!

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +2

      Thank you for the nice comment brother. Yes, I will have more videos like this one soon. Stay tuned. ☺️👍

  • @carolynly7993
    @carolynly7993 5 років тому +19

    God blessed you Dale! I was so worry when you were still walking in the tunnel. You made it out just on time. Thank God you safe. And thumb up for your bravery to hike alone. Beautiful view of the mountain and nature, and thank you for this awesome video.👍🤓

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +12

      No need to worry Carolyn. I survived for sure otherwise the video wouldn't have been uploaded hahaha

    • @pimesonhadron
      @pimesonhadron Рік тому

      Was there enough clearance on either side of the tracks for you to flatten up against the wall just in case?

  • @stuartfrance5284
    @stuartfrance5284 4 роки тому +2

    Totally bonkers, but such a refreshing vlogger! Love how you weren't phased that you were mere minutes away from having to deal with the train in the tunnel! Solo vloggers are the best, as they have the freedom to wander. I really want to do this myself.

  • @kram2
    @kram2 4 роки тому +11

    What a fantastic blog. That tunnel crazy tense.

  • @mshah514
    @mshah514 4 роки тому +5

    Wtf that scary can you imagine you were few mins late in that dark tunnel and the train is coming. Salute you man.

  • @mikepog3946
    @mikepog3946 3 роки тому +1

    Been two years and this video still one of my favorites. Ive been hiking railroads around my area for a while and im convinced that this is the best way to hike.

  • @MakeAstand5
    @MakeAstand5 5 років тому +13

    Fantastic views, and amazing viewing! The train tunnel took some balls!! To wander on and on in a great forest with no thought of return!

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +1

      Nothing ventured, nothing gained my friend.

  • @tubemonster12
    @tubemonster12 5 років тому +36

    Most of the tracks were laid by Scottish engineers in Sri lanka. The Highlands of Sri Lanka have a close connection to Scotland. Try the local saysage called lingus it was made with the haggis in mind .

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +27

      Brilliant. I stayed in a place called Bray in Ohiya which was named after a place in Scotland. Sri Lanka has an interesting history. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🇱🇰👍

    • @thusharaparanawithana7909
      @thusharaparanawithana7909 3 роки тому +1

      True. And most of the tea plantations were also owned by Scotsmen (eg:-George Stuart who belonged the famous Adisham bungalow)

  • @thisarabandara2134
    @thisarabandara2134 2 роки тому +4

    Bloody hell Dale, im from Sri Lanka and i don't think even a person in that area has done something like this. You are truly a born traveller mate. 😅❤

  • @sandipdixitvlogs
    @sandipdixitvlogs 3 роки тому +7

    Oh man, this was the craziest hike I've ever witnessed 🙏 It was spectacular indeed!👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @hasithau5979
    @hasithau5979 5 років тому +9

    Wow! This brings back memories of an awesome hike I did almost 20 years ago with some of my crazy friends on the same railway track.
    We trekked from Haputale to Ohiya . It looks like nothing has changed for all these years apart from those new concrete sleepers on some part of the track. Now I've seen this video I really wanna do that again. 😆

  • @johanfernando.96
    @johanfernando.96 5 років тому +2

    The best Vlog on Sri Lanka by far. Loved it all the way through. Keep up the good work. Stay safe

  • @sharons11157
    @sharons11157 5 років тому

    Love how you show and tell the details of a country, it makes me think I was there too. The food videos and trains are really great!

  • @imaniman6797
    @imaniman6797 11 місяців тому +1

    This older video needs to blow up.
    Dark train tunnel , the bats , no light at the end, no water. Insane.

  • @FreedomBreeze24
    @FreedomBreeze24 5 років тому +10

    Wow I am speechless. It must have felt absolutely invigorating to hike along the railway with those sublime views and splendid greenery. There's something so magical about this place, almost as if you have entered a different time.

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +5

      I really enjoyed that trek. And it's an experience that's kind of unique as far as foreigners visiting Sri Lanka are concerned.

  • @stephanussimbar
    @stephanussimbar 4 роки тому +8

    This is more scary than a horror movies!! I hope u always be okay, keep safe Dale. Really scared when i see you enter the tunnel, its really dangerous!

  • @anushkasilva2019
    @anushkasilva2019 5 років тому +3

    you are perfect symbol to teach sri lankens to how travel sri lanka with low cost and enjoy the nature. thanks for visit sri lanka and please come again. I watched all your videos those are very helpful to anyone travel sri lanka safely. thank you again......

  • @jitansharora779
    @jitansharora779 2 роки тому

    Great video! One of the best from your channel , i am surprised it doesn’t have million views

  • @arcticsnowfall
    @arcticsnowfall 4 роки тому +1

    I just found your channel like 3 days ago and I’m in love.. binge watching all vids lol. Please continue making them after the lock down
    And if you visit India again any sooner please consider northern hill stations too they’re beautiful. Nanital is one of the most beautiful hill station we got!

  • @rakabarua6696
    @rakabarua6696 4 роки тому +15

    You have no fear Dale. You're not stupid either. That's why God looks after you.

  • @fd9445
    @fd9445 4 роки тому +7

    @Dale Philip - Great and adventurous trip you had by walking along the railway tracks. Going through that tunnel very bold and at the sametime very dangerous. Be safe my friend.

  • @DoGoodToGetGood
    @DoGoodToGetGood 4 роки тому +1

    Dale, another wonderful experience!! Felt like I was there! WOW! Thank you for doing this video!! Scenery is insanely good! Commentary the best! You got it all!!

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks my friend. I want to make more videos like this one!

  • @prihartawandjalle6899
    @prihartawandjalle6899 2 роки тому +1

    Dude holy sheep! That tunnel scene really messed up :D Awesome work, mate! Hope I could bump into you someday in some random cities. Thanks for sharing your videos and stories!

  • @CokefishR
    @CokefishR 2 роки тому +10

    Exploring the railway tunnel was absolutely insane but at 21:53 it would've been cool to investigate the abandoned building.

    • @sicario-1470
      @sicario-1470 Рік тому +1

      does dale look like a bum to you to be exploring wee abandoned places

  • @robbiefazle7802
    @robbiefazle7802 2 роки тому

    Good vid, Dale. Interesting vid. Much love from The States.

  • @ravipathmanathan3945
    @ravipathmanathan3945 4 роки тому +4

    Hi you are wonderful
    I’m a Srilankan
    I love to see my country by you
    Thanks

  • @deltorolive8926
    @deltorolive8926 8 місяців тому

    Dale you are the true modern day adventurer! Thanks for the videos

  • @asgom1
    @asgom1 4 роки тому +1

    Awesome videos Dale and welcome to our island home. You are a grrrreat sport, to enjoy and then showcase to the world our humble nation. You take us to the back of beyond, places I never knew existed. Quite a lot to watch but I am enjoying every video. That tunnel adventure had me in a cold sweat! Champion!

  • @brooksideradio
    @brooksideradio 4 роки тому +3

    Amazing vid, 23:00 very scary. Respect to your vids, you are not alone on these journeys, we are with you!

  • @Goddessintheflesh
    @Goddessintheflesh 3 роки тому

    OMG That was so nervracking to watch!! You are so brave! Love your videos

  • @Nature-pj4fd
    @Nature-pj4fd 4 роки тому +1

    I don't know how I missed this greatest and boldest attempt by dale ,before a year

  • @Mercs_Beamers
    @Mercs_Beamers 4 роки тому +3

    This is the video that made you my favorite travel vlogger!
    Risked meeting a train in the dark tunnel, being the first man to contract coronavirus a year before it became a thing, in a hot climate with no water....all in good humor 😂

  • @mahasenanjana892
    @mahasenanjana892 5 років тому +16

    Your the most coolest person mate love to meet u some day😎😎

  • @Eliddinn
    @Eliddinn 4 роки тому +1

    Going through your older videos is great, these videos really make me want to visit these places you never think about going to. I doubt i would have gone through that tunnel, i was worried watching it sat at home never mind doing it myself lol

  • @Skeeeeeyeeeeeeee
    @Skeeeeeyeeeeeeee 3 роки тому

    For the past week ive watched almost all your vids ima 27 year old man from ny & Your vids are soooo interesting man much respect love the channel 💪

  • @wendellgarcia1941
    @wendellgarcia1941 2 роки тому +2

    Man, I needed to fast forward the video while you were walking through that tunnel 😲 hearing the train honk would be the worst nightmare at thar moment weeeeeew. You are amazing, hope to see you travel here in the Philippines soon 😉❤️

  • @guytaylor4238
    @guytaylor4238 2 роки тому +2

    Mate I was scared for you when you went through that tunnel,, omg imagine if you were a bit slower and that bloody train entered the tunnel while you was in there, wow you made my heart beat faster then brother, respect.. all the way from Crewe Cheshire England

  • @heraldfrancis
    @heraldfrancis 3 роки тому +1

    This is super tense. Great vid Dale x

  • @lahiruprabath5672
    @lahiruprabath5672 5 років тому +16

    You are crazy man....😂😂walking trough the tunnel...It's a nice experience..👍👍

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +2

      Yes it's always good to find an experience that other tourists don't have. Even if it's walking through a dark tunnel full of bats..... 😂

    • @Gmator1992
      @Gmator1992 4 роки тому

      @@Dale_Philip you better not doing that again pls. thats super dangerous

  • @trippytrappy4282
    @trippytrappy4282 4 роки тому +1

    A new word 'Chancer' added to my vocabulary with a real Example! Thanks Dale!

  • @rightbrainrakhi
    @rightbrainrakhi 3 роки тому +1

    The tunnel hike was incredibly scary. You're really brave enough to do that. Great job.

  • @azzam1466
    @azzam1466 3 роки тому +1

    I have never seen a vloger going through risky places like that, proud of you dale!

  • @frontlineslahiru
    @frontlineslahiru 4 роки тому +4

    Dale, Enjoyed all of your Vlogs. I myself haven't traveled out of Colombo at all even though I've lived in Sri Lanka. Your Vlogs aren't 'Generic Sri Lankan Travel Videos'. You don't spend much and you make the best out of what you have. As a Local traveler I recommend your Vlogs to Sri Lankans who are eager in exploring the country. Hope you return and cover more! Thank You Mate! Cheers!

  • @rrw1418
    @rrw1418 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much Dale for visiting and promoting the beauty of our motherland . Being a Sri Lankan I feel ashamed of myself for not being able to do what you have been doing. Take care and may the blessings of the triple gem be with you.

  • @ramananreigns7967
    @ramananreigns7967 3 роки тому +8

    Bro really you are insane to go in that tunnel... Even the locals wouldn't dare to enter there... Hopefully you got out without any injury..... Thank God man... Love from TamilNadu💗

  • @lahirusandeepa7347
    @lahirusandeepa7347 5 років тому +4

    Damn, you are so energetic , brave and fun to watch! Love from Sri Lanka.

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +2

      Thank you. Sri Lanka is a nice place for me to burn off all my excess energy. :)

  • @noviotten3826
    @noviotten3826 4 роки тому +1

    Wow! That was so close! luckily you were already outside the tunnel! Brave man!
    This walk is great! Yes! YOLO! 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

  • @bigwinboard
    @bigwinboard 2 роки тому +1

    Oh man, that timing with the tunnel and the train, you were incredibly lucky lol. Not sure if you would have survived in that tunnel lol. Be safe man.

  • @moguemji9675
    @moguemji9675 3 роки тому

    I literally hold my breath when you get in the dark tunnel! Thats really scary! You are really brave dale!

  • @heidi4132
    @heidi4132 4 роки тому +9

    Dale, your energy and adventure is impressive!! Awesome video! I hope you’re recovering from your sprained ankle. We need you back on the road! 😉 Get well soon 😘

  • @Smarty9300
    @Smarty9300 Рік тому +1

    watching this about 3 yrs late...ur totally bonkers dale ! ive got others in my house hooked onto your videos now ! love your sri lanka series !! u crazy adventurous Scot! 😆😆

  • @CodexReaper99
    @CodexReaper99 3 роки тому

    That was a really ballsy move to hike along the railway track, specially the bridge part. Thank you for such an entertaining video

  • @hasithjayarathne3660
    @hasithjayarathne3660 5 років тому +2

    Oh boy you were lucky and what an experience ... keep it up bro ...

  • @62346789
    @62346789 5 років тому +3

    Your videos always have an interesting bit. May it be eating kottu, enjoying a wonder bar while watching village women fight, or simply walking through a creepy bat invested tunnel...... Just love it n the additional Scottish accent and the humor makes your very unique.

  • @bootslangley4875
    @bootslangley4875 5 років тому +6

    Hi Dale,
    well , I finally took a breath at 14:34!!
    FYI; I don't like Dark, Narrow and/or tight spaces (Claustrophobic), Bats (FK Bats) , and with no R leg, I can't run fast!!!!!!!!!!!
    Back when I was a kid and did hike the train tracks, (literally) putting your ear to the track can alert you to an oncoming train from some distance.
    I'm not one to ignore adventure though.
    At your age (mid 20's?) in the mid 70's, I'd been hitchhiking for 10 years, back and forth across the USA, and had started my Motorcycle racing adventures.
    Ending in my mid 30's, with 8 years of road racing, and finally earning podium finishes (with my own hand built motorcycles) in 500 Grand Prix.
    You Sir, however, are living life today, as I did then.
    Good on you.
    With all the "Snowflakes" in the news and spiting BS all over the place, I was wondering if there were any REAL men (and women) left on the planet.
    This kind of stuff (ie real life adventure), will define your life.
    I just wish I'd had the video gear to record my exploits like you are doing now.
    I, now @ 70 yr old (with 1/2 a million miles of 2 wheeled adventure under my ever expanding belt), despite being disabled, build and ride eBikes/scooters and am learning/ investing in Li-ion battery technology.
    I "like" Brave Dave, Tobe the Hobo (RIP), and all those who adventure into the great beyond, but you are now my/the NEW Favorite adventurer.
    Oh, and good instinct with that Sri Lanka Scammer. Just shake him/them off earlier would be my advise.
    I realize that "in the moment", it's tough to improvise, but when you passed that cop, if you'd said, "please tell this guy to take a hike" (which I bet you'll do next time), you'd have saved yourself more hassle and alerted the cops to that scammer (unless they are part of the scam!) ;-)
    I've just now liking and subscribing.
    Just please don't kill yourself for the sake of adventure.
    Be cool and have fun.
    cheers
    Boots Langley
    La Mesa, Ca
    PS; with all I said above, my response to those who said what I did was dangerous;
    So, WTF are YOU going to do, sit on the couch all your life?
    FK that!!!!!!!!!!
    I see a long, fun and adventurous life ahead of you Dale. Go for it!!!!!!!

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +1

      Thanks mate. Every day is an adventure. I also find this current snowflake generation absolutely ridiculous by the way. 😆

  • @lifeisbeautiful_Yolo
    @lifeisbeautiful_Yolo 4 роки тому

    You are the best dale.I started watching you videos recently and every single video is awesome and that is how to travel should be

  • @bobbyjett7047
    @bobbyjett7047 4 роки тому +5

    i totally agree! SOLO is the best 'Im feeling grand after that dump in the station!"

  • @amanr6346
    @amanr6346 4 роки тому +2

    That bit in the tunnel Dale!😂😂.....the bats missed out on a nice Scottish dinner 😂😂...great video dude!

  • @francoissmeets1506
    @francoissmeets1506 4 роки тому +4

    ALWAYS meeting friendly people because YOU are a polite and friendly man...., man !!!

  • @azadwazeer8435
    @azadwazeer8435 5 років тому +1

    Lovely brother. Great choice to walk along the tracks..

  • @user-hm9hq7sz2z
    @user-hm9hq7sz2z Рік тому

    You are very brave to be able to go through such a dark place. you made me even more impressed Mr. Dale

  • @manusha5107
    @manusha5107 4 роки тому +5

    Wow pattipola.great location.i spent 2 months there.my father worked in pattipola railway station.such a wonderful location

  • @radhikadas8587
    @radhikadas8587 4 роки тому +3

    Now that tunnel was SCARYYY!!! af... Still u got me there with that grubby railway Tunnel water....😂😂😂 Wish you more such lovely adventures... Tc

  • @Israel123
    @Israel123 4 роки тому +1

    Your adventures keep getting better and better.

  • @beatalert123
    @beatalert123 4 роки тому +5

    You'd be the only Scotsman who'd be confident to walk through that dark tunnel .. Great hike..Awesome 😁😁👏🏻👏🏻

  • @werangapriyanuwan3707
    @werangapriyanuwan3707 4 роки тому +1

    This was awesome I'm pretty sure you are the 1st one who did something like this

  • @Moaningoldscotsman
    @Moaningoldscotsman 5 років тому +5

    I always carry loads of water. Anxiety does that to you 😂
    I could feel the tension walking through that tunnel but again what an amazing view. You just have to take it all in and realise how lucky you are to see such beauty whilst others are back home slogging it out, groundhog style.
    Loving the videos. Keep them coming 🙏

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +3

      I took loads of water but after a 7 hour train journey without air conditioning I drank it all. Should have stocked up at the train station but my mind was on finding a proper toilet as the one in the trains is basically just a hole in the floor. Not that the one at the station was much better hahaha

  • @Get_me_money
    @Get_me_money 2 роки тому

    Dale this was fabulous to watch thank you

  • @nalika_channel
    @nalika_channel 5 років тому +1

    Thank you for the video and for the experience thru your video, I was worried for your life when you walk thru the tunnel and the bridge, man you are crazy traveller dude! all power to you!

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +2

      Don't worry. I survived to upload the video so you know I didn't die in there. 😅

    • @nalika_channel
      @nalika_channel 5 років тому +1

      haha thats true, but always be safe! :)

  • @BruceWayne-pf5eb
    @BruceWayne-pf5eb 2 роки тому

    Wow Dale that was quite a trip. I wish I could have been there to experience that hike. Perhaps I 'll give it a go one day before I pass on to the next life. Thanks again for everything.

  • @sandeshjogi1271
    @sandeshjogi1271 4 роки тому +1

    What a super adventure, need to appreciate, but please take care while doing these types of adventures dale.

  • @stegis253
    @stegis253 4 роки тому +1

    Fantastic mate,amazing journey!

  • @thilinasandaruwan5453
    @thilinasandaruwan5453 5 років тому +2

    thank you very much sir.you doing great job for provide srilankan tourisam more than our politician.we really appreciate your grate job.

  • @bharath9011
    @bharath9011 3 роки тому

    I would say this is one of your best vlogs👍🏻
    And ....the railway hike😍it is the best👍🏻

  • @mardybum6383
    @mardybum6383 3 роки тому

    You are one heck of a tourist mate!! You have my respect 😁

  • @ritahirani4016
    @ritahirani4016 5 років тому +2

    Yer man is an absolute legend for doing this epic trek ...mere mortal tourists would have just turned back after seeing no light at the end of the first tunnel and the sound of those bats .

  • @swift14727
    @swift14727 5 років тому

    Thanks for this wonderful video and sharing your experiences, very interesting.

  • @warrenjones1883
    @warrenjones1883 5 років тому +3

    Another great vlog, awesome views.

    • @Dale_Philip
      @Dale_Philip  5 років тому +2

      And another great comment from Warren. Thanks man.

  • @erandajanaka3790
    @erandajanaka3790 4 роки тому +3

    I think no is going alone in that Tunnel. we are lucky enough to watch what you have captured by GoPro. Even the train driver got confused seeing a person in this location. That is the most beautiful place where you can directly see Bandarawela town. Anyway tnx for bringing those adventures.

  • @galenfenech4925
    @galenfenech4925 2 роки тому +1

    I really enjoy your vids bro keep it up regards from Malta 🇲🇹

  • @drzeus7044
    @drzeus7044 3 роки тому +1

    You da man mate! Always positive and enjoying life!!

  • @skywalkercassini
    @skywalkercassini 4 роки тому +2

    Hats off to you Dale...your walk thro' the tunnel..requires some guts.

  • @AnanthanSivalinggam
    @AnanthanSivalinggam 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks to those bats to make you walk faster ... I was at the edge of the sit while watching this video.. awesome man

  • @revatirajput4067
    @revatirajput4067 3 роки тому +1

    Most amazing just like ur zipline experience ...Tunnel walk ha ha ha breathtaking. Agree with ur Solo travelling idea.