Hill Country & Tea Trails
Cool climate, tea plantations & scenic views
The tea districts above 1,000 metres, where the planters built their bungalows and the narrow-gauge line still runs: Nuwara Eliya, Haputale, Badulla and Hatton.
Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka's Little England, blends colonial charm, tea plantations, lakes, gardens, and a cool climate. With Gregory Lake, Hakgala Gardens, and nearby Horton Plains, it offers a tranquil retreat in the scenic hill country.
Haputale
Haputale, a serene hill town in Sri Lanka, offers tea estates, cloud forests, Lipton's Seat, Adisham Monastery, waterfalls, and Horton Plains treks, blending refreshing climate, natural beauty, and cultural charm into a rejuvenating escape.
Badulla
Badulla, capital of Uva Province, offers tea plantations, Dunhinda Falls, temples, colonial landmarks, and the Nine Arch Bridge. With a cool climate, scenic train routes, and lush landscapes, it blends history, nature, and culture in Sri Lanka's hill country.
Hatton
Hatton, nestled in Sri Lanka's cool highlands, is famed for tea plantations, scenic landscapes, and colonial charm. Once a British retreat, this hill town invites travelers to explore nature, culture, and breathtaking mountain views.
