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Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Kandy

Take an exciting tour of the home of the majestic elephants.

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Dec - May
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About Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Kandy

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is not a zoo, but something bigger and more interesting. It is a breeding ground for Asian elephants who are left abandoned due to unforeseeable circumstances. It is a widely acclaimed tourist attraction because of its comfortable setting for elephants. Visitors are allowed to see the way elephants are treated and cared for. This helps guests to reconnect with nature and wildlife and reach out to making sanctuaries like these a better place. Pinnawala is an efficient elephant sanctuary that started back in 1975 but is still functioning and attracting tourists from all over the world. The elephant sanctuary takes in baby elephants that have been abandoned and takes care of them for the longest time. Tourists get to see the elephants being fed milk, their bathing routine, and interaction with each other. All this adds up to a wholesome experience for animal lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Attractions of Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

The amazing Pinnawala Elephant Sanctuary in Sri Lanka shows its guests the beauty of parenting the gentle creature. It also provides its visitors an option to check out numerous places near its premises that allows tourists to visit and enjoy Pinnawala thoroughly.

Udawalawe National Park

Udawalawe National park was created for animals that were left homeless and cold due to the construction of the Udawalawe reservoir. The government created this park to protect the various and rare species of animals that were left out in the open and could pose a threat to the locals living in the nearby areas. The park houses numerous species of reptiles, birds, elephants, cats, and fishes.

Pinnawala Handicrafts Emporium

It is no secret that shopping is an essential activity that is undertaken during every vacation or a visit to a new spot. The Pinnawala handicrafts emporium provides the shopper in you various arts and craftwork especially made in Sri Lanka. All these handicrafts are completely affordable and can also be delivered to your doorstep if the product is too huge to be carried around.

Maha Oya River

Maha Oya River is a stream that flows through Pinnawala elephant orphanage. This is where the elephants are taken for a bath during the day. The river is also used for agriculture practices. Tourists can go for a swim in the river or take a walk along the shores of the river, and experience serenity leaving them refreshed.

Kandy City

Kandy City is coincidentally located very near to the popular elephant sanctuary. The city boasts of numerous tourist attractions like the spiritual temple of the Tooth, Kandy Lake, and the colorful botanical gardens. Visiting the city lets you get a whiff of the amazing tourism present in the teardrop of India, Sri Lanka.

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    FAQ's of Kandy

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    Are tourists allowed to personally bathe the elephants?

    Tourists are allowed to personally bathe the elephants. It is necessary to make sure that you have an experienced mahout or an elephant expert right next to you. You will also have to buy a separate ticket for taking part in giving the elephants a bath.

    Can students from universities avail a discount by showing their ID cards?

    A group of students from the same university can get a fixed concession. However, students should show their ID cards and should be from the same college.

    Can babies be taken to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage?

    Babies are allowed entry into the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. It is advisable to get a baby carrier so that you can move with your baby without any glitches.

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