Tea Picking Experience and Plantation Walk

Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka's iconic tea culture with this hands-on experience

Tour Description

Walk through a real tea estate, learn how tea is picked, and try carrying the basket and plucking "two leaves and a bud" yourself. It's a fun, educational, and very photogenic experience in the heart of tea country.

The estimated price is $50 – $70 per person, and you can book your tea-picking tour with Best SriTaxis Sri Lanka on +94 71 549 6949.

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Start/End Locations

Nuwara Eliya / Ella / Hatton

Estimated Price

Per Person

$50 - $70

Booking Contact

Best SriTaxis Sri Lanka

+94 71 549 6949

Duration

Approximately 3-4 hours

About This Activity

This authentic tea picking experience takes you into the heart of Sri Lanka's famous tea plantations. You'll be guided by local tea pluckers who will teach you the traditional techniques of selecting the perfect "two leaves and a bud" that make Ceylon tea world-renowned.

Perfect for families, solo travelers, and photography enthusiasts looking for an immersive cultural experience beyond typical tourist attractions.

Itinerary

Tour Schedule

9:00 AM: Meet your guide at the designated pickup point
9:30 AM: Arrive at the tea plantation and receive a brief introduction
10:00 AM: Begin the plantation walk with your guide
10:30 AM: Tea picking demonstration and hands-on experience
11:30 AM: Learn about tea processing methods
12:00 PM: Tea tasting session with freshly processed tea
12:30 PM: Return to starting point and conclusion of tour

Experience Highlights

                    Authentic Tea Picking: Try your hand at plucking tea leaves with guidance from experienced local tea pluckers.
                

                    Scenic Plantation Walk: Stroll through lush green tea fields with breathtaking mountain views.
                

                    Educational Experience: Learn about the complete tea-making process from leaf to cup.
                

                    Photography Opportunities: Capture stunning photos in the picturesque tea plantations.
                

                    Local Interaction: Engage with local tea estate workers and learn about their daily lives.
                

What's Included

Professional English-speaking guide

Tea picking demonstration and hands-on experience

Tea tasting session

All necessary equipment (basket, hat)

Transportation to/from pickup points (available at extra cost)

Meals and drinks (except tea tasting)

Customer Reviews

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Sarah Johnson

March 15, 2023

This was the highlight of our Sri Lanka trip! The tea pickers were so patient and kind, teaching us how to select the perfect leaves. The scenery was absolutely breathtaking. Highly recommend!

Michael Chen

February 28, 2023

Educational and fun experience. We learned so much about tea production. The guides were knowledgeable and the tea tasting at the end was delightful. Worth every penny!