Halpewatte Tea Plantation Tour in Ella, Sri Lanka
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1 hour
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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.
Additional Info
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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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Tea Plantation Tour in Ella, Sri Lanka
Reviews
336 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Tea tour
Cathal O,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour guide Sallay and tea plantation guide Muruga!!
Amazing views with one of a kind experience
Quest42375800035,Apr 1, 2026
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5.00It was an amazing experience with good views. Hashan was very knowledgeable and told us all about teas and tea plantations.
Best tea plantation tour experience
25shreyak,Mar 31, 2026
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5.00Great tour guide Sallay and tea plantation guide Muruga!!
Amazing experience at Halpe
Vacation05309666720,Mar 28, 2026
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5.00Amazing experience at Halpati tea factory. Loved the way Sallay explained us everything and had a great time plucking tea leaves with Pushpa.
Good plantation experience
Voyage14459715649,Mar 28, 2026
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4.00Overall good experience of the plantation tour, Mr. Salley gave a good explanation of the process, overall respect for each cup of tea has surely gone up knowing the effort it takes to manufacture them!
Tea plantation tour
459immien,Mar 28, 2026
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5.00We had Sallay - who explained the tea process in great detail, and made the experience very enjoyable! Would recommend !
Amazing experience
virgia67,Mar 24, 2026
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5.00Loved loved the tea plucking and tea plantation experience. Our guide Rashan was brilliant. We picked up some leaves too! We now know everything about tea, despite being a coffee drinker 😂.
Great tour
Pioneer02480717642,Mar 22, 2026
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4.00Great, informative tour. Good to get an idea of the laborious task
Fantastic views and knowledge
Ljc223,Mar 19, 2026
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5.00Fabulous experience in the beautiful Hill Country. Our guide was so knowledgable and professional, explaining each step in the important process of growing the tea plants and then plucking the correct leaves. Hands on experience so enjoyable in the Hills. Back at the factory top floor with majestic views across the Hills we tasted several variety of teas. A great morning. Thank you.
Great and educational tour
Uschi P,Mar 13, 2026
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5.00We made the tour for Hashan and it was very interesting and educational. It was all explained great. Thank you very much
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