Tuk Tuk Tour in Lipton’s Seat

Lipton’s Seat Private Tea Country Tour

[Full day ] · [$45.00] per person · Starts 09:00 from Hide Ella · Easy

Follow in the footsteps of tea baron Sir Thomas Lipton on a private tuk tuk journey through Sri Lanka’s tea country. Your guide shares the story of Ceylon tea as you walk through the plantations, visit the Dambatenne Tea Factory, and reach Lipton’s Seat, the viewpoint where Lipton once looked out over his estates. [Picnic lunch included? check]

Included: private tuk tuk and guide · hotel pickup and drop-off · factory visit · [lunch includeded],  Excluding Entrance fee
Tip: start early for the clearest views before the mist rolls in.

How to Spend 2 Days in Ella

Short on time? Here’s how we’d spend two days in Ella, starting and ending at Hide Ella.

Day 1: Ella’s classic sights

Early morning: Walk to Little Adam’s Peak for sunrise, before the crowds and while the air is cool.
Morning: Head to Nine Arches Bridge to watch the blue train cross the arches. Ask at reception for the day’s train times.
Afternoon: Come back to relax at our woodland pool, sauna, steam room and hot jacuzzi.
Evening: Dinner at our restaurant, overlooking Ella Gap as the sun goes down.

Day 2: A guided day out

Option 1: Join our Ella 6 Icons Private Tuk Tuk Tour: Ella Rock, Ravana Falls, Demodara Loop, a tea factory and more, with lunch included.
Option 2: Take our Lipton’s Seat Tea Country Tour through the tea plantations to the viewpoint once loved by Sir Thomas Lipton.
Evening: Wind down with high tea or a BBQ dinner at the hotel [check availability].

Staying longer? Add a day for Ravana’s Cave, the Flying Ravana zipline, or simply a slow morning on your balcony. Our team is happy to help you plan: message us on WhatsApp before you arrive.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Ella?

The most popular sights are Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arches Bridge, Ella Rock, Ravana Falls and the Demodara Loop. Our Ella 6 Icons Tour covers them in one day with a private guide and tuk tuk.

How many days do I need in Ella?

Two days is enough to see the main sights at a relaxed pace. Three days leaves time for Lipton’s Seat, the tea country and a slow day at the hotel.

Do I need a guide to climb Ella Rock?

It isn’t required, but the trail has several unmarked turns and it’s easy to lose the way. Our private tour takes you there with a local guide.

How do I book a tour with Hide Ella?

Book online on this page, at reception, or message us on WhatsApp before you arrive. All our tours are private, just for your group.

Do your tours include hotel pickup?

Yes. Every tour includes pickup and drop-off at Hide Ella.

What should I bring on a tour?

Comfortable walking shoes, water, sun cream and a light rain jacket, as the weather in the hills can change quickly.

Can I book a tour if I’m not staying at Hide Ella?

Yes, pickup from anywhere in Ella

Can non-residents use the pool and sauna?

Yes, through our Pool/steam room/ jaccuzi day pass

How do I get around Ella?

Ella town is a short walk from Hide Ella. For longer trips, we can arrange a tuk tuk, taxi or scooter hire.

What happens if it rains?

Showers are common in the hills, especially in the afternoon. Mornings are usually clearer, so we plan tours to start early. If the weather turns, we’ll help you reschedule.