Sri Lanka Hill Country & Tea Highlands

Discover Sri Lanka's breathtaking misty mountains, lush tea plantations, and refreshing cool-climate escapes in the heart of the island's central highlands

Sri Lanka's Mountain Paradise Experience

Sri Lanka's magnificent hill country offers a refreshing escape from the tropical coastal heat, featuring misty mountain ranges, cascading waterfalls, and the world-renowned Ceylon tea plantations. This enchanting region, often referred to as "Little England," showcases charming colonial architecture, invigorating cool climates, and breathtaking landscapes that will captivate every traveler seeking mountain serenity.

The central highlands are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site, celebrated for their exceptional biodiversity and unique montane ecosystems. From the sacred pilgrimage site of Adam's Peak to the picturesque colonial town of Nuwara Eliya, each destination presents its own distinctive charm and unforgettable experiences amidst Sri Lanka's elevated paradise.

World-Famous Ceylon Tea Heritage

Sri Lanka ranks as the world's fourth-largest tea producer, and the enchanting hill country serves as the heartland where this celebrated beverage originates. The ideal cool climate and high elevation create perfect growing conditions for cultivating some of the world's most exquisite tea varieties. Visitors can explore working tea estates, witness the traditional tea-making process from leaf to cup, and sample different premium varieties of authentic Ceylon tea.

Whether you're journeying on the scenic train from Kandy to Ella through emerald landscapes, hiking through mystical cloud forests, or simply savoring the cool mountain air from a heritage colonial-era bungalow, Sri Lanka's hill country offers unforgettable experiences that beautifully complement the island's coastal regions.

Sri Lanka's Premier Tea Growing Regions

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Nuwara Eliya

Known as "Little England," this region produces the finest high-grown tea with delicate flavor and light color. Elevation: 1,800-2,500m

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Uva Province

Famous for its distinctive flavor profile, Uva tea has a unique character influenced by seasonal monsoon winds.

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Dimbula

One of Sri Lanka's first tea regions, producing medium-grown teas with rich flavor and bright color.

Sri Lanka Mountain Accommodations

Tea Plantation Bungalow
Heritage

Tea Trails Bungalows

Luxury colonial-era tea planters' bungalows offering personalized service, gourmet dining, and stunning views of tea plantations.

4.8 (1,140 reviews)
From $320/night
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Mountain Resort
Luxury

Ceylon Tea Trails

Five restored colonial tea planters' bungalows offering all-inclusive luxury amidst working tea estates with butler service.

5.0 (990 reviews)
From $450/night
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Eco Mountain Lodge
Eco-Friendly

98 Acres Resort & Spa

Eco-luxury resort in Ella with breathtaking views of Little Adam's Peak, sustainable practices, and infinity pools.

4.6 (1,260 reviews)
From $280/night
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Sri Lanka Hill Country & Tea Tours

Tea Estate Tour
Best Seller

Tea Country Explorer

6-day tour through Sri Lanka's most famous tea regions with estate visits, factory tours, and tastings at premium tea gardens.

6 days Hill Country Small Group
4.9 (1,840 reviews)
From $899/person
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Scenic Train Journey
Cultural

Scenic Train & Tea Experience

4-day journey featuring Sri Lanka's most beautiful train ride from Kandy to Ella with tea estate stays and mountain hikes.

4 days Kandy to Ella Private Tour
5.0 (1,320 reviews)
From $699/person
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Luxury Tea Experience
Luxury

Luxury Tea & Mountain Retreat

8-day premium tour featuring exclusive tea estate stays, private tastings with tea masters, and luxury mountain resorts.

8 days Multiple Locations Private
5.0 (790 reviews)
From $2,199/person
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