Hakgala Botanical Gardens provides an interesting guided stroll amidst the wide range of flora there. Visitors embarking on this journey are treated to an astonishing array of plant life, meticulously curated and beautifully presented.
The guided tour highlights the garden’s impressive collection of roses, showcasing vibrant blooms and fragrant varieties. Orchid enthusiasts will marvel at the specialised orchid house, home to a dazzling display of rare and exotic species. Beyond these, the ramble introduces visitors to towering cypresses, graceful ferns, and a wide spectrum of endemic and introduced plants, all thriving in the cool, misty climate. Expect to see medicinal herbs, towering trees, and a kaleidoscope of flowering plants, making for a truly immersive botanical experience.
• Best Time to Visit: March and April are ideal, as many flowers, especially roses and orchids, are in full bloom.
• There are different rates for locals and foreign visitors (adults, students with proof, and children). Check current prices before your visit.
• Generally open from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM daily. The plant nursery typically closes earlier (around 3:30 PM).
• Don’t litter. Always use designated bins or take your trash with you.
• Don’t pick flowers, plants, or disturb any of the flora. These are protected.
• Don’t feed or disturb any wildlife you might encounter.
