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15 Best Kandy Tea Plantation Tours

I’ve picked the tea plantation tours around Kandy where the factory is actually running. Mornings are best, when the withering and rolling machines are working; afternoons often mean an empty shed. Kandy grows mid-country tea, softer than the high-grown leaf from Nuwara Eliya.

1.Nuwara Eliya Day Tour From Kandy With Ambuluwawa Tower,Tea Factry

Lose yourself in the beauty of Nuwara Eliya on a day tour from Kandy, where the Ambuluwawa Tower and a tea factory await - but the real adventure lies beyond.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“The experience was very pleasant especially thanks to our guide Siraj who, speaking excellent English, could guide us explaining in detail the culture and customs of the places we visited. He also gave us many tips for the continuation of oRead more”

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3.From Colombo or Negombo: Pinnawala, Kandy & Tea Factory Tour

Explore Sri Lanka’s highlights on a day trip from Colombo or Negombo, including elephants, Kandy’s sacred temple, and a scenic tea factory visit.

★ 4.8

“We had a great day and our driver Janaka looked after us very well. Advised and recommended the best way to ensure we saw and experienced everything. A good day!!!”

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4.Kandy & Pinnawala & Tea Factory Full Day Tour From Negombo

Discover Sri Lanka’s highlights on this full-day tour from Negombo, including elephants, Kandy’s culture, and scenic views — all in one seamless trip.

★ 4.3

“It was a substantial and manageable programme. I did not imagine that we would be able to complete the predicted 14 hours. Our guide gave good ideas, which added to the enjoyment. Well structured sequence with the right amount of time. Our guide was prepared…”

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5.From Negombo: Ambuluwawa Tower & Tea Factory,Kandy Day Trip

Immerse yourself in breathtaking views at Ambuluwawa Tower and discover the art of tea production in Kandy—what hidden gems will you uncover?

★ 5.0

“Had a brilliant day out on this tour. A great day with a packed itinerary. Started with a gratis king coconut juice at a roadside vendor. Elephant orphanage was an amazing experience, especially washing the elephant. Ambulawawa Tower has amazing views of a beautiful landscape.…”

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6.Kandy: Ambuluwawa, Pinnawala & Tea Factory by Tuk Tuk

Experience the highlights of Kandy with a full-day tuk tuk tour visiting Ambuluwawa Tower, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, and a Ceylon tea factory for authentic and memorable sights.

★ 4.9

“The trip was really good, the driver was great he took us to all of the places we wanted to go and gave us time there for as long as we wanted. Would recommend for seeing the sights around kandy in one day!”

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7.Kandy: Ambuluwawa Tower, Ramboda Falls & Tea Factory Tour

Explore Sri Lanka’s hill country with this full-day tour from Kandy, visiting Ambuluwawa Tower, Ramboda Falls, a tea factory, and the Big Buddha for stunning views and cultural insight.

★ 5.0

“We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and would definitely recommend. Roshan was very friendly and helpful stopping to share local snacks and tea with us between stops. Ambuluwawa was amazing and the views were incredible. The waterfalls were also amazing. There was a bit of a…”

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8.Kandy Tea Tasting at Pilimathalawa with Pickup & Drop

Discover authentic Ceylon tea at Pilimathalawa with this guided tour, including tastings, factory insights, and hotel pickup for a hassle-free experience.

★ 4.8

“Onze tuk tuk chauffeur was echt de aardigste man van heel Kandy en heeft ons veilig rondgereden en geholpen nog iets speciaals tegen muggen te zoeken. Bezoek aan de ‘theeplantage’ was nogal een tourist trap. Ja, er wordt thee verwerkt waar we waren maar alles…”

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9.From Colombo: Kandy, Pinnawala and Tea Factory Full-Day Trip

Discover Sri Lanka’s highlights on this full-day tour from Colombo, featuring elephants, the UNESCO Kandy Temple, and a scenic tea factory visit.

★ 4.5

“Nuostabi ekskursija bei programa. Per vieną dieną aplankėme svarbiausius centrinės Šri Lankos objektus. Labai patiko apsilankymas dramblių prieglaudoje bei arbatos plantacijoje ir fabrike, kur gidė išsamiai papasakojo apie arbatos gaminimo procesą. Įspūdį taip pat paliko Kandy šventyklos bei jų rami atmosfera. Gidas ir vairuotojas Dilip…”

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10.Kandy: City Tour with Temple of the Tooth & Tea Garden

Explore Kandy’s highlights on this guided tour, from the Temple of the Tooth to scenic tea gardens, with expert guides and authentic Sri Lankan experiences.

★ 5.0

“Our experience in Kandy was truly wonderful, made all the more special thanks to Harsha, our guide. From the moment we met him, he was warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable about the city’s history, culture, and hidden gems. He made every place come alive with…”

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12.Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Private Day Tour: Tea Factory& Gregory Lake

Explore Sri Lanka’s hill country on this private day tour from Kandy, featuring tea factory visits, Ramboda Waterfall, and relaxing Gregory Lake views.

★ 5.0

“Rohan is an incredible person with all the location knowledge and has amazing constant effort to support and help at any time... Truely a fantastic person 👍”

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