In short: Nayabedde Tea Estate is a black-tea producer in Sri Lanka's Badulla district, operated by Agarapatana Plantations at an elevation of 1,396 metres.
Nayabedde Tea Estate is located in the Badulla district of Sri Lanka, at an elevation of 1,396 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Agarapatana Plantations and produces black tea. No public records identify the estate's commercial buyers.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,396 metres, Nayabedde occupies a mid-elevation position within Sri Lanka's central highlands. Estates at this altitude generally experience moderate temperatures and steady rainfall patterns that can support year-round cultivation, though the south-west and north-east monsoons typically create distinct seasonal growing windows. The Badulla district lies in the Uva region, where the interplay of these monsoon systems tends to produce drier periods that can stress the tea bush and influence leaf chemistry.
Mid-elevation Ceylon estates such as this often benefit from a balance between the slower, more nuanced leaf development associated with higher altitudes and the vigour found at lower elevations. The latitude—close to 7° north—means relatively stable day-length throughout the year, while diurnal temperature variation at this elevation can encourage certain aromatic compounds to develop in the plucked leaf.
Tea Produced
Nayabedde produces black tea. Estates in the Badulla district at comparable elevations typically yield teas with a balance of body and brightness, often exhibiting a brisk, clean character. Mid-grown Ceylon blacks from this region tend to show moderate astringency and can display notes that range from malty to subtly floral, depending on season and processing. Teas from Uva-area estates are sometimes noted for a particular intensity during the dry season, though specific cup profiles vary widely by factory practice and plucking standard.
Operator
Agarapatana Plantations operates Nayabedde Tea Estate. The company manages a total of four tea estates recorded in industry directories, indicating a modest but established presence in Sri Lanka's plantation sector.
Certifications & Ethics
Nayabedde holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi-stakeholder initiative that sets standards for labour rights, health and safety, and environmental stewardship on tea estates. For buyers, ETP membership signals a commitment to independent monitoring and continuous improvement in working conditions; for the workforce, it entails access to grievance mechanisms and adherence to codes covering wages, housing, and freedom of association.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Nayabedde Tea Estate lies at 6.8019, 80.9899 in Badulla district, Sri Lanka. Its 1396 m elevation is the joint 29th highest of 421 estates we map in Sri Lanka. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Agarapatana Plantations, Gonamotawa — 1.1 km away · Uva Province
- Pita Ratmalie Tea Factory — 2.2 km away · B147
- Agarapatana Plantations, Dambatenne — 2.5 km away · Uva Province
- Gold Buds Uva Tea — 2.8 km away · Uva Province
- Maskeliya Plantations, Craig — 3.0 km away · Uva Province
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Nayabedde Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Nayabedde Tea Estate (1,396 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Nayabedde Tea Estate recorded 2,188 mm in 2025, 26% less than the 2,956 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vagavurrai Super Tea Estate | Gundumalai, India | 1,397 m | 3,791 mm | 22.5 °C |
| Dewata Tea Estate | Kab. Bandung, Indonesia | 1,391 m | 2,942 mm | 22.8 °C |
| KYIMBILA | Mbeya region, Tanzania United Republic Of | 1,391 m | 1,902 mm | 21.6 °C |
| Horana Plantations, Stockholm | Nuwara Eliya District, Sri Lanka | 1,390 m | 3,868 mm | 21.9 °C |
| Gorkha Tea Estate Pvt Ltd | Sunperpani Fikkal, Nepal | 1,386 m | 2,277 mm | 20.5 °C |
Nayabedde Tea Estate Compared with Sri Lanka
In Sri Lanka, Nayabedde Tea Estate is the driest of the 421 estates by 2025 rainfall; higher than 93% of the others by elevation; cooler than 82% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Nayabedde 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 | Nayabedde Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,396 m | 290 m | 6 to 1,962 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,188 mm | 3,080 mm | 2,018 to 4,839 mm |
| Mean daily high | 23.2 °C | 28.8 °C | 18.9 to 31.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.4 °C | 21.8 °C | 12.4 to 24.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Nayabedde Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Nayabedde Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,188 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was November (582 mm) and the driest was February (44 mm). Daytime highs averaged 23.2 °C and overnight lows 15.4 °C over the year; September was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,188 mm |
| Wettest month | November (582 mm) |
| Driest month | February (44 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 23.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 15.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nayabedde Tea Estate located?
Nayabedde Tea Estate is in Badulla district, Sri Lanka, at coordinates 6.8019, 80.9899, at an elevation of about 1396 metres.
Who operates Nayabedde Tea Estate?
Nayabedde Tea Estate is operated by Agarapatana Plantations, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Nayabedde Tea Estate produce?
Nayabedde Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Nayabedde Tea Estate hold?
Nayabedde Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Nayabedde Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,188 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in November (582 mm).
How does Nayabedde Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Nayabedde Tea Estate recorded 2,188 mm in 2025, 26% less rain than the 2,956 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].
