BY CAR
The Planters House is situated in a secluded area of our working tea estate, accessed by unpaved estate roads that are very bumpy and challenging in places. A four-wheel drive vehicle is essential for reaching the property directly. The rugged terrain means standard vehicles cannot safely navigate the final approach to the house.
Our Complimentary Transfer Service
Since the final approach to The Planters House requires a four-wheel drive vehicle, we provide a complimentary transfer service for guests arriving in standard cars.
Here's how it works:
Our estate vehicles will collect you from our designated pick-up point (see below) on the A4 road near Koslanda. These vehicles are specially designed for our estate roads, and our experienced drivers safely navigate the terrain in all weather conditions.
Coordinating Your Pickup
For us to arrange your transfer efficiently:
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Please inform us of your planned arrival time as early as possible
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Share your driver's contact details at least 2 days before arrival
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Our team will communicate directly with your driver to:
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Confirm the exact meeting location
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Arrange precise timing for the transfer
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Provide any necessary guidance
The Journey
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The transfer from our pickup point takes between 30 and 40 minutes
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You'll travel along scenic estate roads through working tea gardens
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Our experienced drivers ensure your comfort and safety throughout
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We'll transport both you and your luggage to The Planters House
For Guests with Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
If you have a suitable four-wheel drive vehicle, you can drive directly to The Planters House. Please let us know in advance that you'll be driving yourself so we can provide detailed directions and ensure someone is ready to guide you through the final approach if needed. The drive from Koslanda Town takes approximately 40 minutes, and it's important that we know when to expect you so we can assist with navigation if required.
Contact Information
Our Manager, Malinda Bhadrajith, is contactable at +94 (0) 77 683 6955 (Call or WhatsApp); his email is malinda@theplantershouse.com.
Travel times (Approximate):
Directions to our Pick-Up Point
Our Pick-Up point is located at the 196km Post on the A4 highway, which runs between Beragala and Wellawaya. You'll find us here:
From Beragala (Haputale & Nuwara Eliya)
Your 25-minute drive from Beragala winds through a unique landscape where tea plantations meet jungle wilderness. The route offers spectacular views across the southern regions of Sri Lanka, with terraced hillsides gradually giving way to dense forest. This meeting of two worlds creates a stunning backdrop for your journey.
From Wellawaya (Arugam Bay & Yala)
Approaching from Wellawaya, you'll experience a gradual ascent into Sri Lanka's breathtaking hill country. This route passes the magnificent Diyaluma Falls, the nation's second-highest waterfall at 220 meters (720 feet). Consider a brief stop here – the views are particularly stunning during the monsoon season when the falls are at their most powerful.
Note: Weather conditions can change quickly in the hills. Check the forecast before starting your journey, and don't hesitate to contact us for current road conditions.