In short: Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko is a tea estate in the Jinja region of Uganda, operated by Green Lakes Plantations Sarl and recorded as supplying Finlays.
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko is a tea estate located in the Jinja region of Uganda, situated at an altitude of 1,148 metres. The estate is operated by Green Lakes Plantations Sarl and is recorded as supplying Finlays, a major international tea procurement and processing firm.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,148 metres above sea level and positioned almost exactly on the equator, the estate occupies an elevation that typically falls within Uganda's mid-altitude tea-growing band. Estates at this latitude and altitude generally experience relatively stable temperatures year-round, with diurnal variation that can encourage slower leaf maturation. The Jinja region's proximity to Lake Victoria tends to moderate temperature extremes and contribute to reliable rainfall patterns, conditions that many East African tea estates at similar elevations rely upon for consistent cropping.
Mid-altitude equatorial sites often support a year-round plucking cycle, though estates in this zone may experience minor seasonal variation in flush intensity tied to bimodal rainfall peaks. The combination of consistent warmth, moderate altitude, and ample moisture generally favours vigorous vegetative growth, and estates at this elevation in Uganda typically produce leaf that is well suited to both orthodox and CTC processing.
Tea Produced
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko produces both black and green tea. Black teas from mid-altitude Ugandan estates in the Jinja area often yield a cup profile that is brisk and full-bodied, with the malty, slightly sweet character common to East African origin. Green teas from the same terroir tend to be less astringent than high-grown equivalents, typically offering a smooth, vegetal character with moderate body. The equatorial growing conditions and elevation generally support leaf that processes well across both categories, though specific cup profiles will vary with plucking standard, season, and manufacturing technique.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko is recorded as a supplier to Finlays, one of the world's largest vertically integrated tea businesses, with extensive sourcing, blending, and packing operations. Finlays supplies own-label and branded tea to major retailers and food-service clients across multiple continents, and its procurement network spans all the principal origin countries. The estate's presence in Finlays' supply base indicates that its production meets the volume, quality, and traceability standards required by a Tier 1 multinational buyer, positioning it within the mainstream commercial segment of the Ugandan tea industry.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Operator
The estate is operated by Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, a company that does not appear to operate other estates currently recorded in our directory. No further verified information about the operating company's structure, ownership, or portfolio is available at this time.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko lies at 0.4263, 33.2167 in Jinja, Uganda. Its 1148 m elevation is the 28th highest of 30 estates we map in Uganda. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Uganda Tea Corporation Ltd., Luwala Tea Estates Ltd — 10 km away · Lugazi
- MUGOMA — 71 km away · Kampala
- Kinkiizi Development Co Ltd, Rugyeyo Tea Factory, Kigezi Highland — 72 km away · Kigezi Highland
- MITYANA — 72 km away · Nakasero Rd
- TORO — 72 km away · Nakasero Rd
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko (1,148 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko recorded 1,432 mm in 2025, 38% less than the 2,302 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pussellawa Plantations, Mooloya | Central Province, Sri Lanka | 1,153 m | 2,463 mm | 24.9 °C |
| Rusekere Growers Tea Factory | Fort Portal, Uganda | 1,141 m | 1,310 mm | 27.8 °C |
| SHREE DWARIKA | West Bengal, India | 1,132 m | 2,753 mm | 24.2 °C |
| New Roseland | Uva Province, Sri Lanka | 1,131 m | 2,206 mm | 25.2 °C |
| Phuguri Tea Estate | Saurinibasti, India | 1,169 m | 2,778 mm | 21.5 °C |
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko Compared with Uganda
In Uganda, Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko is wetter than 97% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 93% of the others by elevation; warmer than 66% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko against the 29 other estates we map in Uganda, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,148 m | 1,481 m | 1,070 to 1,808 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,432 mm | 1,251 mm | 943 to 1,664 mm |
| Mean daily high | 26.7 °C | 26.0 °C | 23.1 to 29.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.7 °C | 16.3 °C | 14.4 to 18.0 °C |
Observed Climate at Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko’s coordinates recorded 1,432 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (206 mm) and the driest was November (42 mm). Daytime highs averaged 26.7 °C and overnight lows 18.7 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and July the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,432 mm |
| Wettest month | April (206 mm) |
| Driest month | November (42 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 26.7 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 18.7 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko located?
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko is in Jinja, Uganda, at coordinates 0.4263, 33.2167, at an elevation of about 1148 metres.
Who operates Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko?
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko is operated by Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko produce?
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko is recorded as producing black and green tea.
Which buyers does Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,432 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (206 mm).
How does Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Green Lakes Plantations Sarl, Moniko recorded 1,432 mm in 2025, 38% less rain than the 2,302 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].
