Duration: Approximately 8–10 hours Best for: Families • Couples • Kids • Elephant Lovers • Small & Large Groups
Tour Highlights
Early Morning Pickup – Colombo (Around 6:00 AM) Your driver will pick you up from your hotel or home in Colombo for the scenic drive to Pinnawala.
Stop 1 – Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Home for rescued baby and adult elephants Watch bottle feeding (specific feeding times) See elephants bathing in the river Ideal for families & kids Approx. visiting time: 1.5 – 2 hours Entrance ticket not included
Stop 2 – Pinnawala Elephant Bathing Area (Riverside) Amazing opportunity for photography Watch elephants relax and play in the river Enjoy local refreshments along the riverside
Stop 3 – Elephant Ride / Elephant Interaction (Optional) (Available at private centers near Pinnawala – extra cost) Activities include: Walk with elephant Elephant freedom activities Elephant feeding Elephant washing Short ride (if desired) (Optional & paid separately)
Lunch Break – Pinnawala / Kegalle Recommended restaurants: Cafe Pinnalanda Hotel Elephant Bay Local rice & curry restaurants
Optional Stop – Ayurvedic Herbal & Spice Garden (Mawanella) If travelers wish: Guided spice tour Herbal demos Short walking path
Return Journey – Pinnawala → Colombo After the tour, your driver will drop you back at your hotel/home in Colombo.