Hatton

A tranquil hill country town nestled among misty mountains, Hatton is known for its tea plantations, cool climate, and scenic trekking routes.

Hatton is emerald green. The landscape is a green blanket of tea plantations, clumps of thick green forests, waterfalls, and manicured lawns of colonial tea planter bungalows. There is no end to the beautiful places in Hatton. From the mystic Adam’s Peak to Castlereigh Reservoir, this highland countryside resembles idyllic sceneries from a fairytale. The landscape veils itself in a mist in the mornings, clearing away for the crisp air, ideal for walks, hikes, and cycling. Its tea estates are its crowning glory, and it is the home of the most famous plantations, such as Maskeliya, Talawakelle, Bogawantalawa, and Dickoya. The road from Hatton to Nuwara Eliya has the most panoramic views mesmerising to see passing by.

Hidden Gems

Devon Falls is known as the ‘Veil of the Valley’ and cascades down from 318ft in height.
Rothschild Tea Estate is one of the oldest in Sri Lanka and is synonymous with superior blends.
Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple has an 18ft tall Statue of Lord Hanuman, the tallest in Sri Lanka.
The 1845 Holy Trinity Church that sits atop a hillock was visited by Queen Elizabeth II.
Norwood Tea Estate has been growing and manufacturing tea for over a century.

Best Times to Visit

It is a year-round destination. January to April is relatively dry and warmer.

Weather

Top Attractions

Created by the dam across Kehelgamu Oya, its waters power a hydroelectricity plant. There are many picnic spots and canoeing and catamaran opportunities

Castlereagh Reservoir

This 1878 British-style stone church is a colonial legacy. It contains a 140year old Bible, an ancient pipe organ, stained glass windows, and a wooden pulpit.

Warleigh Church

Also called Little Niagara, it is one of the widest waterfalls in Sri Lanka. After a three-level cascade, the water flows through St. Clare’s Tea Estate.

St. Clare’s Falls

This undulating plateau over 2000m high has a diverse landscape of grasslands, cloud forests, rocky outcrops, waterfalls, lakes, and endemic wildlife

Horton Plains

This boutique tea shop and restaurant opposite Devon Falls is by a leading tea exporter. It serves aromatic blends of the highest quality tea.

Mlesna Tea Castle

A sacred pilgrimage peak rising majestically above the clouds, Adam’s Peak is known for its spiritual significance, breathtaking sunrise views, and winding trekking paths through lush landscapes.