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Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Day Trip from Bentota

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Day Trip

From Bentota • Induruwa • Beruwala • Aluthgama

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Travel from Sri Lanka’s southwest coast to the world‑famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to dozens of rescued elephants. Watch the herd walk through the village streets to the river, see them bathe and play, and enjoy the rare opportunity to bottle‑feed baby elephants during the 10:30am feeding session.

This unforgettable day trip offers close‑up encounters with these gentle giants in a natural riverside environment, combined with comfortable air‑conditioned travel and an English‑speaking guide.

Duration: 8–10 hours English-speaking guide Free cancellation (24h) Reserve now & pay later

Tour details

Start time

Day tour:
Departure: 06:00
Return: approx. 17:00

Key information

Duration: 8–10 hours

Language: English-speaking driver/guide

Cancellation: Free up to 24 hours before departure

Payment: Reserve now & pay later

Highlights

  • Visit the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
  • Watch elephants walk to the river and bathe
  • Opportunity to bottle‑feed baby elephants (around 10:30am)
  • Comfortable, air‑conditioned transfers with an experienced driver/guide
  • All entry fees included
  • Tour starts at 06:00
  • Optional Sri Lankan rice & curry lunch for £5

What’s included

  • Pick‑up & drop‑off
  • Air‑conditioned transportation
  • English-speaking driver/guide
  • Entrance fee to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
  • All taxes and handling charges
  • Optional packed lunch (£5)

Not included

  • Food and drinks (unless lunch is requested)

Itinerary

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Experience – 8–10 hours

Spend the day observing elephants in their natural riverside environment. Watch the herd bathe, feed, and interact, and enjoy the chance to bottle‑feed baby elephants during the morning feeding session.

Departure & return

Meeting point:
Tropical Island Holiday Office
No. 14 Galle Road, Aluthgama / Bentota (near Bentota Bridge)

Hotel pick‑up: Available on request (fee applies).
End point: Returns to meeting point.

Accessibility & additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Minimum 2 people per booking
  • Weather‑dependent experience

Book This Tour

To check availability or reserve your spot, please contact us:

  • Email: email@visitsrilankatours.co.uk
  • Phone / WhatsApp: +44 7544 078662

    Please mention “Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Day Trip” and your preferred travel date.

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