In short: Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden is a tea estate in Dhankuta Municipality, eastern Nepal, operated by Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden Pvt. Ltd. and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden is a tea estate located in Dhankuta Municipality Ward No 1, in the Dhankuta district of eastern Nepal. The estate sits at an elevation of 1,786 metres and is operated by Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden Pvt. Ltd. It holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, and produces both black and green teas.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,786 metres above sea level, Jun Chiyabari occupies a mid-to-high elevation position in the eastern Himalayan foothills. Estates at this altitude in Nepal typically experience cooler temperatures and greater diurnal variation than lowland gardens, conditions that tend to slow leaf development and can contribute to greater accumulation of flavour compounds. The latitude of approximately 27°N places the estate in a subtropical highland zone where the monsoon season generally shapes the annual flush cycle.
Gardens in the Dhankuta area often benefit from well-distributed rainfall during the growing season and mist cover that moderates temperature extremes. The elevation and exposure typical of this region tend to favour a slower, more gradual maturation of the leaf, which is often associated with more complex biochemical profiles in the processed tea. Soil composition and drainage at this altitude are usually influenced by the underlying geology of the Himalayan watershed.
Tea Produced
Jun Chiyabari produces both black and green teas. Black teas from estates at this elevation in eastern Nepal typically exhibit a balance between brightness and body, often with floral or muscatel notes reminiscent of Darjeeling character, given the proximity and shared terroir of the region. Green teas from similar altitudes tend to offer a lighter, more vegetal profile with a clean, sometimes slightly sweet finish. The slower growth rates associated with higher-elevation gardens often contribute to a more nuanced cup, though specific flavour outcomes depend heavily on cultivar, processing, and seasonal conditions.
Operator
The estate is operated by Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden Pvt. Ltd. No other estates operated by this company are currently recorded in our directory.
Certifications & Ethics
Jun Chiyabari holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an organisation that works with tea estates to improve working conditions, environmental practices, and community welfare. For buyers, this certification provides independent assurance that the estate is subject to regular audits against social and environmental standards. For workers, it typically means access to grievance mechanisms, health and safety monitoring, and programmes aimed at improving labour rights and living conditions.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden lies at 27.0145, 87.3071 in Dhankuta Municipality Ward No 1, Nepal. Its 1786 m elevation is the 2nd highest of 6 estates we map in Nepal. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Guranse Tea Estate Pvt. Ltd. - Primary Processing, Refining, and Packing — 3.9 km away · Koshi Hwy
- Guranse Tea Estate Pvt.Ltd. - Prumary Processing Only — 3.9 km away · Koshi Hwy
- Himalayan Tea Producers Cooperative Ltd. — 51 km away · LN Road 32
- Himalayan Shangri-La — 57 km away · Mechi Hwy
- Gorkha Tea Estate Pvt Ltd — 76 km away · Sunperpani Fikkal
Observed Climate at Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden’s coordinates recorded 2,160 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was August (382 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 19.4 °C and overnight lows 11.5 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,160 mm |
| Wettest month | August (382 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 19.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 11.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden located?
Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden is in Dhankuta Municipality Ward No 1, Nepal, at coordinates 27.0145, 87.3071, at an elevation of about 1786 metres.
Who operates Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden?
Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden is operated by Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden Pvt. Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden produce?
Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden is recorded as producing black and green tea.
What certifications does Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden hold?
Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Jun Chiyabari Tea Garden receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,160 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (382 mm).
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
