Kandy to Pinnawala Day Tour – Elephant Orphanage Experience from Kandy
Overview of the Kandy to Pinnawala Day Tour
Firstly, if you dream of seeing a large herd of proud Asian elephants up close, the Kandy to Pinnawala day tour is the perfect experience for you. In Sri Lanka, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage offers a rare opportunity to watch elephants bathe, feed, and socialize in a natural river setting.
Moreover, this day tour goes beyond wildlife. Along the way, you will experience Sri Lankan tea culture, gemstones, traditional village life, and local craftsmanship. Therefore, this tour is ideal for families, couples, and nature lovers looking for a meaningful one‑day journey from Kandy.
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Kandy to Pinnawala Day Tour Itinerary
Pickup from your hotel or any landmark in Kandy
Comfortable transport (Car / Van / SUV – flexible on request)
Flexible start time, usually early morning
- End-point – Originalpickup location or as per your wish on the way back.
Tour Itinerary
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
The National Zoological Gardens assumed ownership of the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage from the Department of Wildlife in 1978. The orphanage’s goal is to recreate the elephants’ natural habitat. The elephants are bathed twice a day in the river, and mahouts and volunteers continue to bottle feed all babies under the age of three. The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, which houses the world’s largest herd of captive elephants, is well-known and visited on a daily basis by both Sri Lankan and foreign tourists. The primary attraction is undoubtedly seeing the elephants bathe, which is quite a spectaclein Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
- Location: Pinnawala,KegalleDistrict, Sri Lanka
- Time: Morning, duration depends on the tourists requirements
- Highlight: Watching herd of joyful elephants
Local tea factory and gem museum
Sri Lanka has long been recognized for its tea industry. There are also exquisite tea gardens in the central hills and southern section of the country that produce some of the world’s best teas. Green leaves mostly wither, roll, oxidize, and dry. We invite you to a tea factory to experience the superior production of tea. Also you have the chance to buy some finest tea products from here.
The gemstones discovered in Sri Lanka fall into five major categories: corundum, chrysoberyl, spinel, garnet, and tourmaline. Ceylon Sapphire, as a precious stone, has several varieties that are identified primarily by its color, density, composition, transparency, purity, and cut. This country has been providing them to all over the world for over 2500 years, and it remains the leader in the production of Blue Sapphires and Padparadscha. You can take a good exposure to these gem types by this tour.
- Location: Kandy, Central Province, Sri Lanka
- Time: Evening, duration depends on the tourists requirements
- Highlight: Experience the art of leaf to cup -Pure Ceylon Tea, Gem industry
Hingula– Traditional village
How about a visit to a genuine traditional village? This Hingula traditional village visit includes some exciting activities. Such as learning how to gather coconuts, riding an oxen cart, seeing a local temple, and preparing a delicious Sri Lankan lunch makes your mouth water, as well as cooling off in a natural pool.It may be possible to take a delicious Sri Lankan traditional lunch from this venue. It will be a memorable experience to you for sure. You can spend your leisure time taking a walk through the paddy fields or watching the people at work.
- Location: Kegalle, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka
- Time: Evening, time duration can be vary
- Traditional village life exposure
Local craftsmanship at wood carving, batik, and silk shops
Kandy is Sri Lanka’s old royal capital and so a significant center for arts and crafts. Kandyan arts brand is well known globally.
Batik is a time-consuming handmade method that involves applying hot wax to the fabric before coloring. It is still a handcrafted process in which Sri Lankan women spend hours applying hot wax to pieces of cotton or silk cloth. You can shop for batik clothing with us.
Kandy has a strong and ancient tradition of woodworking, ranging from elegantly made furniture to exquisitely carved woodwork in temples. The craft has been passed down through particular artisan families to this day. You can see carvings of elaborate images of Buddha and other gods and goddesses, detailed representations of elephants and other animals, and scenes from village life such as traditional fishing or people carrying water pots. You can get at reasonable pricing compared to local stores.
“Silk is a natural protein fiber that may be woven into fabrics.Silk’s absorbency makes it ideal for wearing in warm weather and while exercising. Its low conductivity allows warm air to stay near to the skin during cold conditions. You can accompany us to search some silk shops nearby.
- Location: Kandy, Central Province, Sri Lanka
- Time: Afternoon
- Local Kandyan arts and crafts
End of the happiest one day tour…
Inclusions
- Private transportation from Kandy and return
- Entry ticket to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
- Visit to a tea factory& gem museum
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch
- Visits to wood carving factory, batik factory, and silk shop
- Experienced guide who fluent in English
Exclusions
- Entry fees for the village tour in Hingula
- Entry Ticket to Millanium Elephant Village
- Purchases at the gem gallery and museum
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, additional snacks, setc.)
- Gratuities
- Entry fees for optional activities like the culturaldance show or Ayurvedic massage
- everything not mentioned in the inclusions
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Why Choose Our Kandy to Pinnawala Day Tour?
Firstly, our Kandy to Pinnawala day tour is carefully designed to combine wildlife, culture, and comfort in one seamless experience. Moreover, with experienced English‑speaking guides, flexible transport options, and transparent pricing, we ensure a stress‑free and memorable journey. In addition, our flexible booking and cancellation policy makes this tour a trusted choice for travelers visiting Sri Lanka.
- Tourist pickup is offered around Kandy city. Please let us know the name and address of your hotel or pickup location.
- Starts: The tour can start early in the morning or have multiple meeting point options at Kandy.
- Returns: The tour concludes with a return to the agreed/given hotel or end point in Kandy.
- Infant seats available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- We offer private and group tours. It depends on what you choose.
