Tuk Tuk Safari Programs
Tuk Tuk Safari Programs
The Ultimate Sri Lankan Adventure: Tea Country by Tuk Tuk
A visit to Sri Lanka is only truly complete once you’ve felt the cool mountain breeze on a Tuk Tuk Safari through our emerald-green tea plantations. Leave the closed-in vans behind and embrace the “ride of a lifetime” as you wind through the countryside with the wind in your hair and panoramic views at every turn.
From the Fields to Your Cup Your journey takes you to the legendary Lipton’s Seat and the historic Dambethenna Tea Factory—Sir Thomas Lipton’s original tea estate. This isn’t just a sightseeing tour; it’s an immersion into a century-old tradition.
Experience the Heart of the Highlands
- A Journey Through Nature, Tradition, and Flavor, “Walk in the footsteps of Sir Thomas Lipton.”
Hike Through the Emerald Fields
Step out of the Tuk Tuk and onto the earth. Experience the tranquility of the hills with a guided hike inside the tea plantation. Walk the same paths as the plantation workers, surrounded by endless rows of tea bushes and the fresh, crisp air of the Sri Lankan highlands. Witness the Art of Harvesting
Observe the rhythmic plucking process firsthand. You will see the skilled tea pluckers at work in the fields—a craft passed down through generations. Watch as they carefully select the “two leaves and a bud” that create the world’s finest flavors.
Go Behind the Scenes
Your journey follows the leaf from the field to the factory. Take an exclusive guided tour of the Dambethenna Tea Factory to witness the fascinating transformation. From the initial withering and rolling to the final drying and grading, you’ll see exactly how your morning cup of tea is crafted.
Why this is a "Must-Do" Experience:
- The Best Souvenir: After seeing the process, you can purchase authentic tea directly from the source to take home.
- A Story to Tell: Imagine serving tea to your friends back home and being able to describe the exact field and factory where it was born.
- Unmatched Authenticity: This isn’t just a tour; it’s a deep dive into the soul of Sri Lanka.
Don’t just visit Sri Lanka—live it. This is the most iconic, authentic experience our island has to offer.
Program No 01
Tea plantation Safari by Tuk Tuk in the Sri Lankan tea plantation, see the leptons seat & Picnic Lunch
Form, Ella, Haputale, Or Bandarawela
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Tea Country Tuk Tuk Safari – A Journey into the Heart of Ceylon Tea
Tea is the most popular beverage in the world after water. However, simply drinking a few cups of tea or buying tea souvenirs during your visit to Sri Lanka is not enough to truly understand the spirit of Ceylon Tea. To experience it fully, you must walk the estate paths, breathe the cool mountain air, and immerse yourself in a living heritage that began over two hundred years ago.
A Day Out by Tuk Tuk – A Ride of a Lifetime
Join us on an unforgettable Tuk Tuk Safari through Sri Lanka’s most beautiful tea country. There is nothing quite like feeling the cool breeze as you travel through winding estate roads, surrounded by endless green tea plantations and misty mountain views.
The safari begins in Bandarawela or Haputale and takes you deep into the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea estates. Along the way, we stop at scenic viewpoints and take short walks through the tea bushes, where you can meet local tea-plucking ladies and, if you wish, even try your hand at picking tea alongside them. These moments offer a genuine insight into daily life on a tea plantation.
Lipton’s Seat – A Legendary Viewpoint
A highlight of the tour is a visit to Lipton’s Seat, one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic observation points. From here, on a clear day, you can see views stretching across up to seven districts, a panorama that truly captures the beauty of the hill country.
The entire Tuk Tuk safari lasts approximately 4 hours, offering a perfect blend of adventure, culture, nature, and unforgettable scenery.
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience in Sri Lanka’s tea country.
What’s Included
- Tuk Tuk safari through scenic tea plantations
- Start from Ella-Bandarawela or Haputale
- Short guided walks through tea estates
- Meet local tea-plucking ladies
- Hands-on tea-picking experience (optional)
- Visit to Lipton’s Seat viewpoint
- Panoramic hill-country views (up to seven districts on clear days)
- Insight into Ceylon Tea history and plantation life
- Approximately 4-hour guided experience
- Drop-off at the end of the tour
Minimum 2, Person for the tour
Departure from Bandarawela or Haputale 9:00 AM
Duration: 4 Hours
Lowest Rate Guarantee
35 US$ per person
Program No 02
Experience the Tea plantation Safari by Tuk Tuk in the Sri Lankan Tea Plantation, Tea Factory and picnic
Form, Ella, Haputale, Or Bandarawela
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A Day Out by Tuk Tuk – A Ride of a Lifetime
A visit to Sri Lanka is not complete without experiencing a tea plantation, and our Tuk Tuk Tea Country Safari offers an authentic and unforgettable introduction to Ceylon Tea. This 4–5-hour journey combines scenic tuk tuk rides and short walks through lush high-country tea estates with stunning panoramic views.
Starting from Bandarawela or Haputale, you will travel through winding estate roads, meet local tea-plucking ladies, and join them for a hands-on tea-picking experience. The tour also includes a visit to a tea plantation village, a Hindu temple, and a picnic lunch in the tea fields.
Highlights include Lipton’s Seat, one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic viewpoints, and a tea factory visit, where you will learn how fresh green leaves are transformed into world-famous Ceylon Tea — with the opportunity to taste and purchase tea directly from the source.
A perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure in Sri Lanka’s beautiful tea country.
What’s Included
- Tuk Tuk safari through Sri Lanka’s tea country
- Pick-up from Ella-Bandarawela or Haputale
- Scenic ride through high-country tea estates
- Short guided walks in tea plantations
- Meet tea-plucking ladies and hands-on tea-picking experience
- Visit to a tea plantation village
- Visit to a Hindu temple
- Picnic lunch in the tea fields
- Visit to Lipton’s Seat viewpoint
- Tea factory visit with explanation of tea processing
- Tea tasting and opportunity to purchase fresh tea
5–6-hour experience
Minimum 2, Person for the tour
Minimum of 2 people, Departure from 9:00 AM
Duration: 6 Hours
Lowest Rate Guarantee
40 US$ per person
Program No 03
Tea plantation Safari by Tuk Tuk in Sri Lankan Tea plantation, Tea Factory & Sri Lankan Rice & Curry Cooking with local family
From Ella, Haputale & Bandarawela
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Tuk Tuk Tea Country Safari & Sri Lankan Cooking Experience
Tuk tuks, also known as three-wheelers, are an iconic part of Sri Lanka, seen everywhere from Colombo’s busy streets to the winding roads of the hill country. There is no better way to explore Sri Lanka’s tea country than by Tuk Tuk — feeling the cool breeze and enjoying the stunning countryside.
This unforgettable Tuk Tuk Safari starts from Bandarawela and takes you through some of the most beautiful tea plantations in Sri Lanka. Along the way, meet tea-plucking ladies, join them to pick tea, enjoy short walks through the estates, and visit a tea plantation village with breathtaking panoramic views.
Highlights include Lipton’s Seat, one of the most famous viewpoints near Haputale, offering views across up to seven districts, and a visit to the Dambethanna Tea Factory, the largest tea factory in the Badulla District. Here, you will see how fresh green leaves are transformed into world-famous Ceylon Tea and have the chance to taste and buy fresh tea.
After the tea experience, travel via Haputale to a private home for an authentic Sri Lankan rice and curry cooking experience. Guided by a local expert, you will learn to prepare traditional dishes using fresh coconut, spices, and local ingredients, followed by a relaxed late lunch.
After lunch, you will be dropped back at your hotel in Ella or Haputale — a perfect end to a truly memorable day in Sri Lanka’s tea country.
What’s Included
- Tuk Tuk safari through Sri Lanka’s tea country
- Pick-up from Ella-Bandarawela Or Haputale
- Scenic ride through tea plantations and hill-country roads
- Short guided walks in tea estates
- Meet tea-plucking ladies and hands-on tea-picking experience
- Visit to a tea plantation village
- Visit to Lipton’s Seat viewpoint
- Dambethanna Tea Factory visit
- Tea processing explanation and tea tasting
- Authentic Sri Lankan rice & curry cooking experience
- Use of fresh local ingredients, coconut, and spices
- Late lunch prepared during the cooking session
- Local guide / cooking host
Minimum 2, Person for the tour
Departure from Bandarawela 9:00 AM
Duration: 7 Hours
Lowest Rate Guarantee
45 US$ per person
Program No 04
A Full Day Tuk Tuk Safari in Sri Lankan Tea plantation, Pilkington Point, Millenium Point, Diyaluma Falls,Ravana Falls, Rubber, Cocoa & black pepper Plantation
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Tuk Tuk Tea, Viewpoints & Waterfall Safari – A Full-Day Adventure
Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Tuk Tuk safari through Sri Lanka’s hill country, combining tea plantations, famous viewpoints, waterfalls, and beautiful countryside. Nothing compares to riding through winding estate roads with cool mountain air and stunning natural views.
The tour takes you through the scenic Poonagala Hills, known for rolling tea fields and historic viewpoints from the British tea planter era. You will visit Pilkington Point and Millennium Point, offering breathtaking panoramic views stretching across the southern plains on clear days.
A major highlight is Diyaluma Falls, Sri Lanka’s second-highest waterfall. Explore the beautiful surroundings and enjoy time at the natural pools near the falls for a refreshing and memorable experience.
Along the journey, you will pass tea, rubber, cocoa, and spice plantations, gaining insight into Sri Lanka’s rich agricultural heritage.
This is a full-day tour with lunch at a local home or a picnic lunch in nature. In the evening, you will be dropped back at your hotel in Ella, Haputale, or Bandarawela — the perfect end to an unforgettable day in Sri Lanka’s hill country.
What’s Included
- Full-day Tuk Tuk safari through Sri Lanka’s hill country
- Pick-up and drop-off at Ella, Haputale, or Bandarawela
- Scenic ride through tea plantations and winding estate roads
- Visits to Pilkington Point and Millennium Point viewpoints
- Time at Diyaluma Falls with access to natural pools
- Stops at Ravana Falls
- Visits to rubber, cocoa, and black pepper plantations
- Insight into local agriculture and plantation life
- Lunch at a local home or picnic in nature
- Experienced local guide
Minimum 2, Person for the tour
Departure from Bandarawela 8:00 AM
Duration: 6 Hours
Lowest Rate Guarantee
70 US$ per person
Program No 05
Explore Ella’s Iconic Waterfalls on a Scenic Tuk Tuk Adventure
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Overview
Nestled in Sri Lanka’s lush hill country, Ella is home to some of the island’s most breathtaking waterfalls. Surrounded by emerald-green tea plantations and misty mountains, these cascading falls offer the perfect blend of adventure and serenity. From famous landmarks to hidden gems, this tuk tuk adventure takes you deep into the heart of Ella’s natural paradise.
Your journey begins at 7:00 AM from Ella, traveling by tuk tuk with a friendly and experienced local driver-guide. This full-day adventure covers around 100 km of scenic up-and-down mountain roads, taking you deep into Sri Lanka’s untouched hill-country landscapes.
Throughout the day, you will visit around seven beautiful waterfalls — not the biggest, but incredibly picturesque and perfect for photographers and nature lovers. Each stop offers its own charm, with opportunities for short hikes, refreshing views, and peaceful moments in nature.
Along the route, you will also explore a rich variety of local flora. This area is like a living botanical garden, where you can see black pepper vines, Sri Lankan cinnamon trees, cocoa, rubber plantations, and arecanut palms. Your guide will introduce you to the plants, spices, and trees that make this region so unique.
This experience is non-touristic, authentic, and filled with natural beauty. You will spend the day enjoying quiet landscapes, hidden waterfalls, forest trails, and village life — an adventure that offers true insight into the heart of Sri Lanka’s hill country.
A perfect day for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking a relaxed yet adventurous escape from the crowds.
- Ravana Falls
Our journey begins at the iconic Ravana Falls, located just outside Ella town. Easily accessible from the main road, this powerful cascade plunges dramatically from a rocky cliff near the historic Ravana Cave. If you’re a keen swimmer, take a refreshing dip in the cool pool beneath the falls.
- Pallewela Waterfall
Next, we continue to Pallewela Waterfall, a hidden gem nestled within the forest, reached via a scenic 1 km walk. The waterfall flows through five gentle cascades, surrounded by lush greenery and birdsong. It’s an ideal spot for photography, relaxation, or a peaceful swim. And if you like the Waterfall Abseiling experience Pallewela Waterfall you can do it and its optional
3 & 4. Secret Waterfall
Tucked away off the road, the Secret Waterfall lives up to its name — a serene multi-tiered cascade with natural pools hidden in the jungle. The short, adventurous walk to reach it rewards you with tranquil surroundings and crystal-clear waters. It’s a true hidden paradise still untouched by heavy tourism.
- Visari Ella (Alikola Ella)
Next, we visit Visari Ella, also known as Alikola Oya North Falls. This 20-meter-high cascade lies deep within the forest, fed by the Punagala and Alikola rivers. With its calm pool and gentle access trail, Visari Ella is an inviting stop for both nature lovers and casual hikers.
- Ellawala Waterfall
Our third stop is Ellawala Waterfall, a beautiful jungle falls near Wellawaya. Only about 10 meters high, it’s famous for its natural pool at the base — perfect for a cooling swim. Less crowded than Ravana or Diyaluma, Ellawala offers a more authentic, local experience. And a short hike
- Diyaluma Falls
We end our waterfall adventure at Diyaluma Falls, the second-highest waterfall in Sri Lanka at 220 meters. Famous for its natural infinity pools, Diyaluma offers stunning panoramic views over the Badulla highlands. Swim in the upper pools, and enjoy a picnic by the falls, hike along the ridge, or simply soak in the incredible scenery before heading back to Ella.
💦 Highlights
- Visit 6 of Ella’s most beautiful waterfalls
- Enjoy swimming, short hikes, and photography
- Travel like a local in a classic tuk tuk
- Experience hidden gems away from the crowds
- Led by friendly local guides
What’s Included
✅ Tuk Tuk transportation for the full-day waterfall tour
✅ Friendly local driver-guide (English-speaking)
✅ Pick-up and drop-off from your Ella, Haputale,Bandarawela accommodation
✅ Bottled drinking water during the trip
✅ Any entrance fees
✅ Time for swimming, photography, and relaxation at each stop
✅ Guided short hikes to hidden waterfalls (where accessible)
Minimum 2, Person for the tour
Departure from Ella- Bandarawela or Haputale 7:00 AM
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