Visiting tea estates during peak processing seasons for authentic experience?

Many tea factories welcome visitors year-round, but during peak harvest and processing periods the activity level is higher and you can see the full workflow more clearly. Some smaller or heritage estates are particularly good at explaining the process during busy times. It's worth asking specifically about current processing activity when planning a visit. The experience is more dynamic when the factory is running at full capacity. Some estates coordinate visits with their production schedule when possible.