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Agri Experience in the Hills — Plant, Harvest & Taste

Join our farmers on a guided field walk, plant your own seeds, and learn how Ceylon’s rich soil sustains life — the truest form of eco-living.

~4 hrs Group 4–30 English · Sinhala Kids <10 free Sustainable Living
5.0 · 56 reviews Confirmed in 4h Currency

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Overview

Discover seed-to-harvest farming in the hills of Haputale. This hands-on tour lets you work with local farmers as you prepare soil beds, plant seeds, water, weed, mulch, and join the seasonal harvest. Learn sustainable, organic methods that have shaped hill-country farming for generations.

Feel the earth beneath your hands, breathe in the fresh mountain air, and experience the quiet rhythm of rural life. Meet farming families, learn simple techniques, and appreciate how nature and community thrive together.

Conclude the day with tea and short eats at a partner hotel, enjoying the taste of your harvest. Water bottles are provided, with optional transport available on request. This child-friendly experience is perfect for anyone seeking a practical, eco-conscious farm day in Sri Lanka’s hill country.

Haputale Hands-on Soil prep Planting & care Watering Organic methods Harvest to table Tea + snack Water bottles

Experience Overview


Gather at farm Farm entrance

Start — Brief

Meet the grower for a safety briefing, tools overview and a short walkthrough of the fields. Learn the day’s plan and basic farm safety before you begin.

Ground prep

Ground — Bed & Soil Prep

Prepare beds with compost and mulch, learn water-saving set-ups and soil conditioning techniques used by local hill farmers.

Planting

Seed — Planting

Select seeds or seedlings, practise correct spacing and planting depth, and plant with guidance to ensure healthy establishment.

Care & tend

Care — Water & Tend

Hands-on introduction to irrigation basics, weeding, mulching and staking — practical tips to support plant growth in the hill climate.

Farmer’s practice

Hands-on — Farmer’s Practice

Rotate through real farm tasks with guidance; learn local do’s and don’ts, practise seasonal techniques and help with daily chores.

Tea & harvest Partner hotel

Harvest & Wrap-up

Harvest seasonal produce, enjoy tea and short eats at a partner hotel, learn simple cleaning and storage tips, then close with Q&A and home-garden advice.

Transport Options

Enhance Your Experience

Traditional Sri Lankan Lunch

Traditional Sri Lankan Lunch

Authentic local cuisine prepared fresh. Choose mains for everyone and one dessert style.

2,000 LKR / adult • 1,000 LKR / child

Bundle & Save

Add optional bundles to enhance your experience. Discounts apply automatically, and we’ll sync the times with your main tour. Your booking total updates instantly.

Applying a promo code replaces add-on discounts. Transport discount remains separate.

Ready to walk through lush farms?”

Pick your date, time and add-ons — we’ll confirm within 4 hours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is transport included for this experience?

No — transport is not included by default. You can add transport by turning on the area transport toggle in the booking section above. Once enabled, we can provide pickup and drop-off from any location in Sri Lanka. Transport is charged separately at 0.33 USD per kilometre, per vehicle.

Can we adjust the group size?

Yes — the booking selector shows the standard range of 4–30 guests.
If you have fewer than 4: choose 4 and state the exact number in the Notes.
If you have more than 30: select 30 and clearly state the real group size (for example “35 guests”) in the Notes. Pricing will be adjusted for larger groups and we will confirm final costs before payment.

How much do we need to pay before booking?

A deposit of 30% of the total booking cost is required after we confirm your booking (confirmation will be sent via WhatsApp or email). The remaining balance is paid as agreed before the experience. You may reschedule free of charge up to 24 hours before the experience start time.

What should I wear and bring for the Agri Experience?

Wear comfortable clothes suitable for light farm work and being outdoors. We suggest:

  • Long trousers or durable leggings (protects against plants and insects)
  • A comfortable long-sleeve shirt or layers (mornings can be cool; sun can be strong mid-day)
  • Sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots (no open sandals for field work)
  • Hat or cap
  • Light gloves (optional) — useful for planting or handling soil

Dress you don’t mind getting a little earthy — this is a hands-on, seed-to-harvest experience. Water bottles and short eats are provided.

If we don’t speak English, can we get a translator?

Yes — please write your preferred language in the Notes field when booking the Agri Tour. If we have a translator for your language, we will provide one for the farm walk and demonstrations. If not, your guide will still assist you using visual explanations, hands-on demonstrations, and field activities, making it easy to enjoy and understand the full farming experience.

If we add lunch, where will it be served?

Lunch can be added when booking by selecting the lunch option in the booking panel above. Lunch is served at a quality partner villa or local restaurant near the fields — a comfortable, scenic spot where you can relax after the farm activities.

When adding lunch you can:

  • Choose from the available menu options in the booking section
  • Specify dietary requirements or preferences in the Notes field

We’ll confirm the final menu choice, availability and price in your booking confirmation.

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