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Sri Lanka Hill Country and Tea Estates

Sri Lanka's hill country offers tea estates, waterfalls, panoramic train journeys and some of the island's most relaxing scenery.

Sri Lanka Hill Country and Tea Estates

What makes the hill country special

The central highlands shift the pace of the trip completely with cooler weather, lush mountains and colonial-era tea culture.

It is one of the strongest contrasts to Sri Lanka's coastal and cultural regions, which is why many custom itineraries include it.

Popular experiences

  • Tea factory and plantation visits
  • Kandy to Ella scenic train ride
  • Waterfalls, viewpoints and light hiking
  • Boutique stays with mountain views