Temi Tea Garden

Temi Tea Garden is the only tea estate in Sikkim, located in Temi in Namchi District (formerly South Sikkim). Established in 1969 by the Government of Sikkim, it covers about 440 acres on terraced slopes along the Tendong Hill range. The garden produces premium organic teas including black, green, white and oolong varieties. Known for its scenic terraced fields, cherry blossom trees and views of Kanchenjunga, it is a major attraction in South Sikkim.

Visitors can expect expansive terraced tea fields spread across gentle hill slopes with well-maintained walking paths and viewpoints overlooking the valley and Kanchenjunga on clear days. The estate includes a tea factory where guided tours explain plucking, withering, rolling and drying processes, and a tea shop for tasting and purchase. Cherry trees line the garden roads, blooming in winter. The setting is quiet and rural, surrounded by forested hills and small villages.

Established in 1969 by the Government of Sikkim during the reign of Chogyal Palden Thondup Namgyal, Temi Tea Garden is the sole tea estate in Sikkim. Developed over 440 acres to generate employment and produce high-quality tea, it is now managed by the Temi Tea Board under the Government of Sikkim and is known for its organic certification and international marketing of Sikkim tea.

The garden is a symbol of Sikkim's organic state mission and sustainable agriculture. It supports local livelihoods and tea culture in South Sikkim and hosts community events such as the Temi Autumn Carnival. Its cherry blossom avenue and tea heritage are integral to the cultural identity of the Temi-Tarku region.