One of India's highest tea estates at 1,890 metres in Kausani, Bageshwar district, managed by the Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN). Produces premium Kausani Tea — green, black and herbal varieties. Walk through lush tea terraces, watch tea picking (March–November), taste fresh tea, and soak in the panoramic Himalayan views of Trishul and Panchachuli. Visit as part of your Kausani tour package with Tour Venture India.
Kausani Tea Garden is a premium tea estate in Kausani, Uttarakhand (altitude 1,890 m), managed by the Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN). It is one of India's highest tea-growing regions and produces green tea, black tea, and herbal tea sold as "Kausani Tea." Entry is free; garden walk and tea tasting available daily. Best visited March–May (first flush season).
Kausani Tea Garden is one of the finest tea estates in India, situated at 1,890 metres in Kausani, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is among the highest tea-growing regions in India and produces premium quality green tea, black tea, and herbal tea under the brand "Kausani Tea." The estate is managed by the Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN) and is a key contributor to Uttarakhand's small tea industry. The garden sprawls over several acres on the Kausani ridge, at an altitude where tea plants grow slowly — which is precisely what gives Kausani Tea its characteristic delicate flavour and aroma.
Visitors can tour the tea garden, walk through the lush green tea bushes set against the magnificent Himalayan backdrop, observe the tea-picking process (during picking season) and visit the small on-site factory where tea is processed, dried, and packed. Freshly made Kausani tea is available for purchase and tasting at the factory outlet. The combination of the panoramic views of Trishul (7,120 m) and Panchachuli (6,905 m), the green tea terraces, and the crisp Himalayan air makes a visit here a uniquely memorable experience for nature lovers and tea enthusiasts alike.
Kausani Tea is a premium hand-crafted mountain tea grown at 1,890 metres in the Kumaon Himalayas. Because the bushes grow at high altitude in cool, misty conditions, the leaves develop slowly — producing a more delicate, nuanced flavour than plains-grown tea. The brand "Kausani Tea" was established by KMVN to promote Uttarakhand's growing tea industry and provide livelihood to local workers.
The estate produces three main varieties: green tea (light, grassy, antioxidant-rich), black tea (full-bodied, amber-coloured, malty finish), and herbal tea (infused with local Himalayan herbs). First flush (March–April) teas are prized for their fresh aroma and are among the most sought-after seasonal varieties in the Kumaon range.
Kausani Tea Garden is a premium tea estate in Kausani, Uttarakhand, situated at 1,890 metres and managed by the Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN). It produces green tea, black tea, and herbal tea under the "Kausani Tea" brand. Entry is free; visitors can walk through the tea terraces, watch tea picking (March–November), and buy freshly processed Kausani Tea from the factory outlet.
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Kausani town, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand |
| Altitude | 1,890 metres (6,200 ft) |
| Managed By | Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN) |
| Timings | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (open daily) |
| Entry Fee | Free (garden walk); small fee for factory tour |
| Tea Products | Green tea, black tea, herbal tea — "Kausani Tea" brand |
| Picking Season | March–November (first flush: March–May) |
| Himalayan Peaks Visible | Trishul (7,120m), Panchachuli (6,905m), Nanda Devi (7,816m) |
| Distance from Kausani Bus Stand | 1 km (~10-minute walk) |
| Nearest Railway Station | Kathgodam (131 km, ~4 hrs) |
| Distance from Nainital | 135 km (~4 hours by road) |
| Nearby Attractions | Anasakti Ashram (2 km), Lakshmi Ashram (1 km), Rudradhari Falls (12 km) |
The tea garden is open year-round. The table below summarises seasonal conditions and experiences:
| Season / Month | Weather | Garden Experience |
|---|---|---|
| March – May (First Flush) | 10–22°C, pleasant | Best time — first flush tea picking, rhododendron blooms, lush green garden; highly recommended |
| September – October (Second Flush) | 8–18°C, clear skies | Second flush harvest; clearest Himalayan panorama; excellent photography conditions |
| October – February | 0–15°C, crisp | Off-season for picking; garden still walkable; stunning snow-capped peak views; carry warm clothes |
| June – mid-July | 15–25°C, pre-monsoon | Tea garden lush and green; views may be hazy; picking still active |
| mid-July – August (Monsoon) | 18–24°C, heavy rain | Deepest green; heavy rainfall; Himalayan views obscured; paths may be slippery |
| From | Distance | Travel Time | Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kausani Bus Stand | 1 km | 10 min | On foot / short walk |
| Kathgodam (Railway) | 131 km | ~4 hrs | Taxi via Almora |
| Almora | 52 km | ~1.5 hrs | Road |
| Nainital | 135 km | ~4 hrs | Road via Bhowali–Almora |
| Pantnagar (Airport) | 155 km | ~4.5 hrs | Taxi |
| Delhi | ~400 km | 9–10 hrs | Road via Moradabad–Haldwani–Almora |
Nearest airport: Pantnagar (155 km). Taxi available via Haldwani and Almora, approximately 4.5 hours.
Nearest station: Kathgodam (131 km). Regular trains from Delhi; hire a taxi onward to Kausani (~4 hrs).
KMOU buses from Haldwani, Almora, and Nainital to Kausani. Tea garden is 1 km from Kausani bus stand.
From Delhi via Moradabad–Haldwani–Almora (~400 km, 9–10 hrs). From Nainital: 135 km, 4 hours. TVI arranges private cabs.
Tea garden is 1 km from Kausani bus stand. Easy 10-minute walk or short taxi ride from any hotel in town.