Spend the day among Sri Lanka’s gentle giants at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, the world’s first sanctuary dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned and injured elephants. Watch dozens of elephants – from tiny calves to matriarchs – being bottle-fed and led down to the river for their daily bath.
You’ll get an up-close view of the herd bathing and playing in the shallows, learn about the sanctuary’s conservation work, and enjoy a relaxed lunch nearby. An optional elephant ride is available for those wanting an even closer encounter.
This gentle, family-friendly day makes an easy add-on for guests staying in Colombo, Negombo or Kandy, with a comfortable private vehicle for the journey each way.
Tour Highlights
- Bottle-feed baby elephants
- Watch the herd bathe in the river
- Learn about sanctuary conservation work
- Optional elephant ride
- Family-friendly, easy pace