When staying at Stafford Bungalow, there’s a myriad of adventures and experiences to pick from, ranging from exploring tea plantations, hiking along scenic trails, and bird watching in and around Ragala to golfing at neighbouring Nuwara Eliya. We have curated a range of exciting excursions for you to choose from at the property and surrounding areas during your stay with us, perfect for those seeking things to do in Nuwara Eliya.
The Hills of Nuwara Eliya is laced with lush jade bushes from which originate some of the finest teas in the world. Learn the art of plucking tea to tasting with our curated experiences.
Walk among the lush green bushes in our tea plantation to experience the beauty of the jade gardens that create the most loved beverage in the world.
Visit the local tea factory nearby and see the tea-making process first hand.
Try your hand at handpicking the legendary “two leaves and a bud” in the surrounding tea gardens.
Learn the delicate art of tea tasting with an expert who will guide you through every step.
Meander along lush tea trails, wander down the village paths or go for an adrenaline-rushing hike in the mountains.
Walk along the epic trail of Sri Lanka’s green gold to experience an adventure of a lifetime.
Make the scenic ascent up the legendary mountain that the demon-god Ravana frequented in ancient times.
The Ragala airspace is a busy one with many resident and migratory birds filling it with their colourful plumage and bold chirps.
The breathtaking landscape around the hotel is perfect for exploring on two wheels.
Visit the hamlet of Ragala and explore the quaint settlement that sits in the valley.
Unwind with family and friends to play games while discussing the day's adventures and enjoying the warmth of the fireplace.
Let out your inner chef with this hands-on cooking experience! Let our chefs teach you the time-honoured legacies of Sri Lankan cooking using the freshest ingredients from our garden.
If you’re a golfer or love a round of croquet, enjoy your own corner of bliss at the Stafford Bungalow’s mini putting green.
Stafford Bungalow maintains one of the most bountiful organic herb gardens you will ever find – take a walk to see where we source our herbs & vegetables.
Explore our mini library in the reading room that carries a bookrack filled with novels, journals, history records and more.
Witness the glory of the last capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka and other excitements that the sacred city of Kandy has to offer.
Journey along tea bush-bordered roads to a picture-perfect town nestled in the valley of Sri Lanka’s highest mountain range.
Enjoy a breathtaking 10-kilometre trek dotted with water ways and sambar deer.
Experience the beauty and majesty of Sri Lanka’s third-highest waterfall first-hand
