In short: Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah is a black tea estate in Sri Lanka's Central Province at 1,199 metres, operated by Bogawantalawa Plantations and known to supply Finlays.
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah is a black tea estate situated in the Central Province of Sri Lanka at an elevation of 1,199 metres. It is operated by Bogawantalawa Plantations and is known to supply Finlays, a global tea and horticulture supplier.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,199 metres, the estate sits within the mid-grown elevation band typical of Sri Lanka's Central Province. Estates at this altitude generally experience a moderate climate that tends to favour steady, year-round production, though the intensity and character of the flush can vary with the interplay of monsoon patterns. The Central Province's position in the island's interior typically exposes tea gardens to both the south-west and north-east monsoons, shaping two broad quality peaks during the year.
This elevation often yields a growing environment where diurnal temperature variation is sufficient to slow leaf maturation without the extremes encountered at higher altitudes. Soils in the region tend to be well-drained, and the combination of moderate warmth and reliable rainfall generally supports vigorous vegetative growth. Estates in this elevation range often produce leaf that balances body and brightness, though specific outcomes depend on field microclimate, cultivar selection and processing decisions.
Tea Produced
The estate produces black tea. Mid-grown Ceylon teas from estates at this altitude typically yield a cup that sits between the bright, brisk character of high-grown leaf and the fuller body of low-grown production. Teas from the Central Province at around 1,200 metres often display moderate astringency, a rounded mouthfeel and a balance of malt and citrus notes, though the precise profile will vary with season, processing and leaf grade. Such teas are widely used in blends where consistency and versatility are valued.
Supply Chain & Market Position
The estate is recorded as supplying Finlays, a major buyer with a substantial presence in the global tea trade. Finlays operates as both a direct supplier to retail brands and a blender serving foodservice and hospitality channels. The relationship suggests that Wanarajah's production is likely destined for blended formats or private-label contracts, where reliable quality and volume matter more than single-estate provenance. This positions the estate within the commercial mainstream of Sri Lankan black tea exports rather than the speciality or estate-branded segment.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Operator
The estate is operated by Bogawantalawa Plantations. No other estates under the same operator are currently recorded in our directory.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah lies at 6.8753, 80.6035 in Central Province, Sri Lanka. Its 1199 m elevation is the 50th highest of 93 estates we map in Central Province. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Lover\u0027s Leap — under 1 km away · Dick Oya
- MAHAGASTOTTE — under 1 km away · Dick Oya
- Hatton Plantations, Dickoya — under 1 km away
- Adisham Estate — under 1 km away · Hatton - Maskeliya - Dalhousie Rd
- Lethenty Estate — under 1 km away · Dickoya
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah (1,199 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah recorded 4,232 mm in 2025, 104% more than the 2,077 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aislaby Tea Estate | Bandarawela, Sri Lanka | 1,202 m | 2,308 mm | 24.8 °C |
| BUHWEJU | Opposite Redcross Offices, Uganda | 1,196 m | 1,265 mm | 26.4 °C |
| Malwatte Valley Plantations, Sarina Group, Neluwa | Uva Province, Sri Lanka | 1,191 m | 2,319 mm | 24.7 °C |
| Shangba Tea Farm | Zunyi City, China | 1,189 m | 1,714 mm | 18.2 °C |
| Gayabaree \u0026 Millikthong Tea Estate | Purba Phuguri Tea Garden, India | 1,212 m | 2,778 mm | 21.2 °C |
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah Compared with Central Province
In Central Province, Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah is wetter than 79% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 53% of the others by elevation; warmer than 52% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah against the 92 other estates we map in Central Province, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,199 m | 1,203 m | 37 to 1,924 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 4,232 mm | 3,152 mm | 2,071 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 23.2 °C | 23.1 °C | 19.1 to 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 16.4 °C | 16.4 °C | 12.4 to 22.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah’s coordinates recorded 4,232 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (899 mm) and the driest was February (52 mm). Daytime highs averaged 23.2 °C and overnight lows 16.4 °C over the year; May was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 4,232 mm |
| Wettest month | November (899 mm) |
| Driest month | February (52 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 23.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 16.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah located?
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah is in Central Province, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.8753, 80.6035, at an elevation of about 1199 metres.
Who operates Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah?
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah is operated by Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah produce?
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah is recorded as producing black tea.
Which buyers does Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 4,232 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (899 mm).
How does Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Bogawantalawa Plantations, Wanarajah recorded 4,232 mm in 2025, 104% more rain than the 2,077 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
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].
