Halpewatte Tea Plantation Tour in Ella, Sri Lanka
Description
Our operations start around 8.00 a.m. and go until 4.30 p.m. Between those times, you can come and take your tour. Also, one tour normally takes around 40 minutes to 1 hour to complete. When taking the plantation tour, you must participate in the tea-picking session. Before the session, we performed the customary worship of Lord Ganesh at a small kovil close to the plantation. You will also receive your basket to harvest tea, as well as a small mottu. If you decide to take part in the tea plucking activity, you could perhaps wear the customary tea plucker attire of a wraparound saree or sarong. Relax amidst the breathtaking views of endless greenery, tea estates, and surrounding countryside at our Sky Café from a mountain top of 300m above ground/1300m above sea level. Indulge in a unique tea-tasting experience and discover how and why Ceylon tea comes in different grades and flavors to suit diverse palettes worldwide.
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We pride ourselves on being one of the best tea manufacturers in Sri Lanka and awarded for being one of the largest producers of Ceylon tea. Surrounded by lush green tea fields, the factory offers a number of activities, from trekking through lush green tea gardens, tea picking, and learning the tea manufacturing process to finally savoring your own cuppa to complete the tea journey.
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(399)
Dallas our guide was brilliant
Great explenation ! Top experience ! Drin more thee
Dear Christophe, Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the explanations and had a great experience with us. We hope the tour has inspired you to enjoy even more Ceylon tea! ☕ Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
I really enjoyed the tour, the experience was very pleasant, the tour guide (Sallay) was super nice and it was an unforgettable experience ! Thanks.
Dear Sunshine, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed the tour and found the experience pleasant and unforgettable. It is especially wonderful to know that Sallay’s friendly and welcoming approach made your visit even more enjoyable. We will certainly share your kind words with Sallay, who will be delighted to know that he helped make your experience so memorable. Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience in the future. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
Sallay is the Best !! Very good expérience !!
Dear Lastar, Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you had a very good experience and that Sallay made such a positive impression. We truly appreciate your kind words and will be pleased to share them with Sallay. Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience in the future. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
Very good plantation tour with SALLAY!
Dear Francisco, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the plantation tour with Sallay. We truly appreciate your kind words and will be pleased to share your feedback with him. Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience in the future. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
We really enjoyed the plantation tour. Our guide was exceptionally knowledgeable as was the lady directing the tea tasting. Our group wasn’t too big at 0930 and we quickly got started - tours seemed to run every 30 minutes.
Dear Adventure, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback. We are delighted to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed the plantation tour and appreciated the knowledge and expertise of both your guide and our tea-tasting team member. We are also pleased that the smaller group size and smooth start to the tour made your experience even more enjoyable. Your kind words are greatly appreciated and will certainly be shared with our team. Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience in the future. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
A very insightful and eye opening experience! Will never view tea the same again. Would recommend. Loved the tea leaf picking and tea tasting at the end
Dear Laram, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that the experience was so insightful and gave you a new appreciation for the world of tea. It is especially wonderful to know that you enjoyed the tea leaf picking and tea tasting at the end of the tour. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are pleased that the experience left such a memorable impression. Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience in the future. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
Sallay is an excellent guide. Speaks perfect English and gave us a thorough understanding of the tea production process and the different types of tea. 10/10
Dear TakCheng, Thank you very much for your excellent feedback and 10/10 rating. We are delighted to hear that Sallay provided such an informative and enjoyable tour. It is wonderful to know that his excellent English and thorough explanations helped you gain a deeper understanding of the tea production process and the different types of Ceylon tea. We will certainly share your kind words with Sallay, who will be delighted to know that his knowledge and communication made such a positive impression. Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
Excellent visit and discovery. I highly recommend this place, where you can learn a lot while having a great time. The guide is very friendly and experienced.
Dear Robinb, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your visit and found it both educational and enjoyable. It is especially pleasing to know that our guide’s friendliness and experience contributed to making your discovery of the tea-making process a memorable one. Your strong recommendation means a great deal to our team, and we truly appreciate your support. Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience in the future. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
excellent tour ! very pleasant guide who tells a wonderful story. i highly recommend
Dear Pantoinem, Thank you very much for your wonderful feedback and strong recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated our guide’s warm and engaging approach. It is especially rewarding to know that the stories shared during your visit made the experience both enjoyable and memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and will be pleased to share your kind words with our team. Thank you for choosing Halpé Tea Retail. We look forward to welcoming you again for another memorable tea experience in the future. Warm regards, Trevin Boulton Sales Coordinator Halpé Tea Retail
