In short: Venture Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Norwood-Bogawantalawa-Campion Rd region of Sri Lanka at 1,117 metres elevation, operated by Madulsima Plantations.
Venture Tea Estate is a black tea producer situated in the Norwood-Bogawantalawa-Campion Rd region of Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 1,117 metres. The estate is operated by Madulsima Plantations, a company that manages multiple tea properties across the island. Venture holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, reflecting a commitment to independently audited labour and environmental standards.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,117 metres above sea level, Venture Tea Estate occupies a mid-elevation position in Sri Lanka's central highlands, where estates typically experience moderate temperatures and consistent moisture throughout much of the year. This altitude generally places the estate within a zone that tends to favour a balance between yield and leaf quality, with diurnal temperature variation that can contribute to gradual leaf development.
The Norwood-Bogawantalawa-Campion Rd region lies within the broader Bogawantalawa valley, an area known for its undulating terrain and exposure to both monsoon systems that influence Sri Lanka's tea-growing climate. Estates at this elevation and latitude often benefit from afternoon cloud cover and relatively stable humidity, conditions that typically support steady vegetative growth and regular plucking cycles across most of the calendar year.
Tea Produced
Venture Tea Estate produces black tea, the dominant style across Sri Lanka's mid- and high-elevation zones. Estates in the Bogawantalawa region at similar altitudes generally yield teas with a medium body and a clean, bright cup character, often displaying gentle astringency and a rounded mouthfeel. While specific processing methods and clonal material vary by garden, black teas from this elevation band typically offer versatility in blending and a profile that balances briskness with a degree of smoothness, making them suitable for both straight consumption and inclusion in everyday blends.
Operator
Madulsima Plantations operates Venture Tea Estate as part of a portfolio that includes three other tea estates recorded in industry directories. The company's presence across multiple properties in Sri Lanka indicates a degree of scale and operational experience within the island's tea sector, though detailed information on corporate structure and ownership is not publicly documented in trade databases.
Certifications & Ethics
Venture Tea Estate is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, an independent membership organisation that conducts audits of labour conditions, health and safety practices, and environmental management on tea farms. For buyers, this certification provides third-party assurance that the estate is subject to regular monitoring against the Partnership's standards, which cover wages, working hours, housing, and pesticide use. For workers, ETP membership typically means access to grievance mechanisms and a framework for progressive improvement in workplace conditions, though the certification itself does not guarantee specific wage levels or contractual terms.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Venture Tea Estate lies at 6.8361, 80.6140 in Norwood-Bogawantalawa-Campion Rd, Sri Lanka. Its 1117 m elevation is the 100th highest of 421 estates we map in Sri Lanka. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Maskeliya Plantations, Strathspey — under 1 km away · Central Province
- Horana Plantations, Stockholm — 2.8 km away · Nuwara Eliya District
- Kelanivalley Plantations, Ingestre — 3.1 km away · Central Province
- Maskeliya Plantations, Deeside, Glenugie — 3.6 km away · Central Province
- Gouravilla Estate — 3.6 km away · Maskeliya
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Venture Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Venture Tea Estate (1,117 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Venture Tea Estate recorded 4,839 mm in 2025, 89% more than the 2,556 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southdown Estate | Chipinge, Zimbabwe | 1,114 m | 1,099 mm | 24.7 °C |
| MAHA UVA TEA FACTORY | WALAPANE, Sri Lanka | 1,113 m | 2,831 mm | 25.3 °C |
| Balangoda Plantations, Wewesse | Uva Province, Sri Lanka | 1,104 m | 2,624 mm | 25.3 °C |
| SHREE DWARIKA | West Bengal, India | 1,132 m | 2,753 mm | 24.2 °C |
| The Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation Ltd, Mukottu Mudi Estate | Tamil Nadu, India | 1,100 m | 3,471 mm | 24.0 °C |
Venture Tea Estate Compared with Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, Venture Tea Estate is wetter than 98% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 76% of the others by elevation; cooler than 85% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Venture Tea Estate against the 420 other estates we map in Sri Lanka, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Venture Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,117 m | 290 m | 6 to 1,962 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 4,839 mm | 3,067 mm | 2,018 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 23.0 °C | 28.8 °C | 18.9 to 31.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 17.3 °C | 21.8 °C | 12.4 to 24.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Venture Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Venture Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 4,839 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (934 mm) and the driest was February (92 mm). Daytime highs averaged 23.0 °C and overnight lows 17.3 °C over the year; April was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 4,839 mm |
| Wettest month | November (934 mm) |
| Driest month | February (92 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 23.0 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 17.3 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Venture Tea Estate located?
Venture Tea Estate is in Norwood-Bogawantalawa-Campion Rd, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.8361, 80.6140, at an elevation of about 1117 metres.
Who operates Venture Tea Estate?
Venture Tea Estate is operated by Madulsima Plantations, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Venture Tea Estate produce?
Venture Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Venture Tea Estate hold?
Venture Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Venture Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 4,839 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (934 mm).
How does Venture Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Venture Tea Estate recorded 4,839 mm in 2025, 89% more rain than the 2,556 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].
