The tea garden that cheers
Enter the expansive Happy Valley Tea Estate, where rows upon rows of beautifully maintained tea bushes envelop you in sight. The earthy scent of new tea leaves fills the air as you meander through the estate's winding pathways, inviting you to immerse yourself in the craft of tea growing. Witness the expert labourers as they skillfully harvest the delicate tea leaves by hand—a technique that has been passed down through the years and is still essential to the estate's tea-making procedure.
Explore the complex process of creating tea at the estate's tea factory, where freshly picked tea leaves are turned into fragrant concoctions. Observe how the tea leaves are dried, oxidised, rolled, and withered—each process is carefully planned to maintain the subtle scents and tastes that characterise Darjeeling tea. Learn from seasoned tea artisans as they impart knowledge on the subtleties of tea passed down and the elements that give Darjeeling's well-known teas their distinct character.
A tasting of the Happy Valley Tea Estate's fine teas is a must-do activity during each visit. Located in the estate's leafy surroundings, the tea tasting room provides a calm atmosphere in which you can try a range of teas, from delicate first-flush brews to strong second-flush brews. Drink aromatic cups of Darjeeling tea and enjoy the nuanced flavours and deep undertones that characterise each blend—a real tribute to the skill and artistry of the estate's tea masters.
