Adventure
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Visit
Pinnawala is a well-known elephant orphanage between Colombo and Kandy, where rescued and orphaned elephants are fed and brought to the river to bathe. It is a popular stop for families.
Visitors increasingly think about animal welfare, so look for the stop that treats the animals well and avoids close handling or rides. We can plan it as a stop on a longer journey or a short day out.
Highlights
- Feeding time for baby elephants
- The herd walking to the river for a bath
- An easy stop between Colombo and Kandy
- Good for families with children
Best time to go
All year
- January: usually the best time
- February: usually the best time
- March: usually the best time
- April: usually the best time
- May: usually the best time
- June: usually the best time
- July: usually the best time
- August: usually the best time
- September: usually the best time
- October: usually the best time
- November: usually the best time
- December: usually the best time
Open throughout the year; feeding and bathing times are fixed, so we plan the day around them.
Included
- Private vehicle with driver
- Fuel
Price on request
Private vehicle with driver. Pay in cash on the day. Expressway tolls and parking are not included unless your quote says otherwise. Tell us your date, group size and pick-up point.
Get a quote on WhatsAppQuestions about this trip
Can I ride the elephants?
We do not recommend rides. Watching from a respectful distance is kinder and still memorable.
When is the best time of day to visit?
Around bathing and feeding times, which we check when planning your day.
How do I book it and what does it cost?
Message us on WhatsApp with your date, group size and pick-up point and we will send a quote. Entrance fees, boats and similar costs are paid separately unless your quote says otherwise.