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08:00 am to 09:00 am
Bird Watching
Enjoy bird watching at the freshest hours of the morning as the rest of the world is just beginning to stir from deep slumber. Our estate is a nesting ground for many gorgeous chirpy souls, such as the flame-back woodpecker peck and the scimitar babbler.
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2 to 3 hours
2 to 3 hours
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Get Hands on With Bee Farming.
Bees honey is a natural source of goodness packed with a ton of health benefits, and at Mount Havana, you can now taste undiluted, pure, organic bee’s honey straight off the hive. Visit our bee farm and watch how these tireless honeymakers of nature create this sweet, gooey goodness, and if you feel particularly daring, you can even try to extract a bit of it yourself
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If you’re a nature lover and want to explore a tropical revering forest and all its wild creatures, then our nature trail along our 25-acre estate will be perfect for you to observe the tropical fauna and flora of the sub-montane region and experience the rich biodiversity of the endemic forest. Our specially made summer hut is positioned advantageously, so you can watch this scenic view while enjoying a cup of tea. A little treat awaits you by way of traditional Sri Lankan sweet that makes a wonderful accompany your cup of Ceylon tea well.
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Work in The Garden
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Engage directly from cultivation to cooking, handpick your ingredients, and learn the art of Sri Lankan cuisine.You can either try your hand at cooking up some local dishes alongside our chefs or observe the experts demonstrate the wonders of Sri Lankan culinary arts.
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Some of the best memories are the ones you never planned. Wander through tea gardens, discover the life of the forest, share food made with care, or simply find a moment to breathe.
There is something special about the little things here. The first birdsong of the morning. The feel of fresh tea leaves between your fingers. A quiet walk with nowhere you need to be. Across our 25-acre estate, every day has its own gentle surprises.
There is no rush here. With space to move gently, breathe a little deeper and listen to nature, simply being present can become the loveliest part of your day.
Unroll your mat, settle into the rhythm of the hills and reconnect with yourself through gentle movement. Guided yoga sessions are part of our selected Yoga & Mindfulness Retreats, with options for different levels of experience.
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A few quiet moments can make the whole day feel different. Enjoy guided meditation and mindful breathing as part of our selected retreat experiences, surrounded by the sounds and beauty of the estate.
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Every beautiful cup of tea begins with a little care.
Step into the estate's tea fields and discover the delicate skill behind Ceylon tea. Eight acres of Mount Havana are devoted to tea, giving you the chance to see how the youngest leaves are chosen and learn about the journey from leaf to cup.
There is a whole world waiting just beyond your room. Follow your curiosity, try something new and find joy in the simplest moments.
02 · THE EARLY HOURS
Before the rest of the world stirs, the estate is already alive with birdsong.
Keep an eye out for the flame-back woodpecker, the scimitar babbler and other feathered visitors that make the gardens and forest their home.
03 · THE GARDEN COMES ALIVE
Some of the most beautiful moments are the ones you almost miss.
Wander among butterflies in the estate gardens. Look for delicate species such as the blue Mormon, blue glassy tiger, crimson rose and psyche.
04 · A TASTE OF THE ESTATE
A little sweetness, straight from nature.
Meet the estate’s industrious bees and see how pure honey is made. Watch the process up close and, if you wish, learn about collecting honey from the hive.
05 · FOLLOW THE GREEN
Follow the path. Forget the clock.
Explore the biodiversity of the estate’s forest trails, with native plants, wildlife and beautiful hill-country views. Pause at the summer hut for Ceylon tea and a traditional sweet.
06 · FROM SOIL TO TABLE
Get a little closer to where good food begins.
Spend time in the organically tended vegetable gardens, learn how the produce grows and handpick ingredients for a meal. You can even join the chef in the kitchen afterwards.
07 · A TASTE OF SRI LANKA
Take home more than a memory. Take home a flavour.
Discover the warmth of Sri Lankan cooking with the local kitchen team. Choose ingredients, learn a few techniques and enjoy the joy of a meal made together.
From tea gardens to quiet mornings, there is so much here waiting to become part of your story. Come experience Mount Havana in your own way.
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