A distinctly British country-house party feel pervades; days begin with Bed Tea delivered by a butler, before croquet on the manicured lawns, lavish afternoon teas and pre-dinner drinks by roaring log fires. Take scenic hikes along unspoiled tea trails, go mountain cycling, visit a local tea factory or relax by the pool. The all-inclusive rate includes spectacular food too, with breakfasts of hoppers and coconut roti and multi-course curry feasts for dinner.
SUITABLE FOR:
- Gourmands
- Walking and nature lovers
- Tea aficionados
THINGS TO DO AT THE HOTEL:
- Take an interactive tour to learn about the production of fine Sri Lankan tea
- Go hiking or mountain biking in the surrounding tea hills
- Learn about leopard conservation at the on-site research station
- Feast on a four-course gourmet ‘tea-planter’s picnic’ looking out over the hills
THINGS TO DO NEARBY:
- Kayak on the sparkling waters of Castlereagh Lake
- Immerse yourself in the flora and fauna of the region at Horton Plains National Park
- Hike the sacred mountain of Adam’s Peak to see the sunrise
- Go white water rafting at Kitulgala