## The Ultimate Guide to Sri Lankas Luxury Tea Plantation Bungalows
Staying in a colonial-era tea plantation bungalow is the way to experience Sri Lanka. These old properties are really special because they have a lot of character, beautiful green landscapes and great luxury.
This guide will tell you everything you need to know to plan your tea country getaway.
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## Why Choose a Tea Plantation Bungalow?
Tea plantation bungalows are different from luxury resorts because they offer a unique experience.
* They have a history: most bungalows were built a long time ago for British estate managers. They still have features like working fireplaces, old teak furniture and big verandas.
* You can learn about tea culture: you can wake up. See tea pluckers working on the hills. You can also have tea-tasting sessions and visit factories.
* You get service: many bungalows assign a private butler to your room. They will take care of your needs bring you tea in the morning and arrange picnics on the lawn.
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## Top Tea Plantation Bungalows in Sri Lanka
Sri Lankas hill country has great boutique bungalows. Here are some of the ones:
## 1. Ceylon Tea Trails (Hatton)
Ceylon Tea Trails is a special place. It is the first tea bungalow resort in the world and has a great reputation. It has five bungalows that are connected by walking trails around a beautiful lake. You can have an experience with good food and private tea planters.
## 2. Stafford Bungalow (Nuwara Eliya)
Stafford Bungalow was built in 1884. Is a historic property with a lot of character. It is like an England with beautiful gardens and a tea estate. You can have tea, play billiards or walk around the estate.
## 3. Goatfell (Kandapola)
Goatfell is a bungalow with a great view of the surrounding valleys. It has a pool and is managed by Teardrop Hotels.
## 4. Heritance Tea Factory (Kandapola)
Heritance Tea Factory is a place. It is an old tea factory that has been turned into a hotel. You can pluck your tea leaves and have dinner in an old railway carriage.
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## What to Do During Your Bungalow Stay
When you stay in the hills you can. Also do some outdoor activities:
[Morning: Bed Tea & Lawn Stroll] ➔ [Mid-day: Factory Tour & Plucking] ➔ [Afternoon: Traditional High Tea] ➔ [Evening: Fireside Dinner]
* You can take a guided tour of the tea factory. Learn about how tea is made.
* You can have English high tea with scones, cream and tea on the lawn.
* You can. Bike around the estate and enjoy the scenery.
## Travel Tips for the Tea Country
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit the hill country is from December to April. The weather is nice and sunny during the day and cool at night.
## What to Pack
The hill country is different from the beach so you need to pack clothes. Bring clothes for the day and warm clothes for the night. Also bring shoes for walking.
## How to Get There
The way to get to the hill country is, by train. You can take the train from Kandy to Ella. Get off at Hatton or Nanu Oya station. From there you can take a car to your bungalow.
