Haputale: Tea Plantation, Safari, & Lipton's Seat Day Tour
ID: GYG409256-742735
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Discover Sri Lanka's historic tea plantations and imagine life as a tea farmer, on this tour of the most prominent sites in Haputala and Kandy. Ride a trusty tuk-tuk rickshaw through the well-kept farms and wild mountainsides.
Immerse yourself in Sri Lankan culture on this tour of the plantations and surrounding wilderness. Hop aboard a tuk-tuk with a local guide to learn of the island’s long history with tea merchants. Visit the plantation village to experience life as a local, and ascend the mountains for stunning views.
Your safari starts in the hills of Bandarawela. Admire the rolling hills clad with row upon row of luscious, green tea plants. It’s often shrouded in a fine mist, adding a magical air to the landscape. Have your camera ready as your guide takes you to the best viewing spots.
Take in the glory of the region from Lipton’s Seat in the mountains of Dambetenna. At the summit and through the estate paths, you can walk in the steps of Sir Thomas Lipton and learn about his influence in the country.
Try your hand at picking tea leaves alongside the experts, and learn all about the work that goes on at the plantation and factories. Sample the fine produce, and spend some time relaxing with the locals by the dense, green scenery. Tea-lover or not, the Hill Country is welcoming to all.
Highlights
- Treat your senses to the smells, tastes, and sights of Sri Lanka
- Take in panoramic views of surrounding districts from Lipton's Seat
- Get a front-row seat to the meticulous process of tea-making
- Ride rough through the mountains and villages on a tuk-tuk
- Learn about Sri Lanka's rich history of processing tea
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
