Special mention to Amit from Sun Leisure World Tour and Ms Jack who took care of us in Krabi and phuket
Kandy · Srilanka
Private Guided Pinnawala Day Tour from Kandy
A little history.
A different perspective.
Discover Sri Lanka’s countryside on a full-day tour from Kandy to Pinnawala. Visit a tea plantation and factory to learn about Ceylon tea production. Watch elephants at the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and see them bathe in the river. Explore local shops and visit Pinnawala Open Zoo (optional). Enjoy a delicious lunch during your tour. Itinerary 8:00 AM – Pickup from Kandy Meet your driver at your hotel in Kandy and begin your journey to Pinnawala. Enjoy scenic countryside views, lush greenery, and charming Sri Lankan villages along the way. 9:00 AM – Visit a Tea Plantation & Tea Factory Discover Sri Lanka’s world-famous Ceylon tea and learn about its traditional production process. Walk through lush green tea plantations and explore the tea factory. Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of Ceylon tea and capture beautiful photographs of the tea gardens. 10:30 AM – Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Visit the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, established to care for orphaned and abandoned elephants. Observe the elephants in their care environment and learn about their daily care and conservation efforts. Watch feeding activities, subject to the official schedule, and capture memorable photographs. 11:30 AM – Watch Elephants Bathing at Ma Oya River Enjoy watching elephants bathe in the Ma Oya River near Pinnawala. Observe these gentle giants enjoying the water and capture photographs from designated viewing areas. Take in the beautiful riverside surroundings. 12:30 PM – Lunch Break Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Pinnawala. Choose from a range of dishes, including traditional Sri Lankan cuisine and international options. 1:30 PM – Visit Pinnawala Open Zoo (Optional) Explore Pinnawala Open Zoo, home to various animal species in outdoor enclosures. Observe wildlife in landscaped surroundings and enjoy a relaxing walk around the zoo. Take photographs and discover different animals along the way. 2:30 PM – Explore Local Souvenir Shops Enjoy some free time to explore local shops around Pinnawala. Browse Sri Lankan handicrafts, souvenirs, and local products. Pick up memorable gifts to take home. 3:30 PM – Return Journey to Kandy Begin your return journey to Kandy and enjoy the scenic countryside views along the way. 5:00–5:30 PM – Drop-off in Kandy Arrive in Kandy and return to your hotel, bringing your memorable Pinnawala day tour to an end.
- Full-day tour from Kandy to Pinnawala with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide
- Visit a tea plantation, learn about tea-making, and enjoy fresh Ceylon tea
- Witness elephants at the orphanage and bathe in the Ma Oya River
- Lunch at a local restaurant and optional visit to the Pinnawala Open Zoo
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Kandy with private transportation.
- Tour duration: 8 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tour timing: approx. 9 hrs.
Your day, at a glance
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Tour overview
Discover Sri Lanka’s countryside on a full-day tour from Kandy to Pinnawala. Visit a tea plantation and factory to learn about Ceylon tea production. Watch elephants at the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage and see them bathe in the river. Explore local shops and visit Pinnawala Open Zoo (optional). Enjoy a delicious lunch during your tour. Itinerary 8:00 AM – Pickup from Kandy Meet your driver at your hotel in Kandy and begin your journey to Pinnawala. Enjoy scenic countryside views, lush greenery, and charming Sri Lankan villages along the way. 9:00 AM – Visit a Tea Plantation & Tea Factory Discover Sri Lanka’s world-famous Ceylon tea and learn about its traditional production process. Walk through lush green tea plantations and explore the tea factory. Enjoy a freshly brewed cup of Ceylon tea and capture beautiful photographs of the tea gardens. 10:30 AM – Visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage Visit the famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, established to care for orphaned and abandoned elephants. Observe the elephants in their care environment and learn about their daily care and conservation efforts. Watch feeding activities, subject to the official schedule, and capture memorable photographs. 11:30 AM – Watch Elephants Bathing at Ma Oya River Enjoy watching elephants bathe in the Ma Oya River near Pinnawala. Observe these gentle giants enjoying the water and capture photographs from designated viewing areas. Take in the beautiful riverside surroundings. 12:30 PM – Lunch Break Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Pinnawala. Choose from a range of dishes, including traditional Sri Lankan cuisine and international options. 1:30 PM – Visit Pinnawala Open Zoo (Optional) Explore Pinnawala Open Zoo, home to various animal species in outdoor enclosures. Observe wildlife in landscaped surroundings and enjoy a relaxing walk around the zoo. Take photographs and discover different animals along the way. 2:30 PM – Explore Local Souvenir Shops Enjoy some free time to explore local shops around Pinnawala. Browse Sri Lankan handicrafts, souvenirs, and local products. Pick up memorable gifts to take home. 3:30 PM – Return Journey to Kandy Begin your return journey to Kandy and enjoy the scenic countryside views along the way. 5:00–5:30 PM – Drop-off in Kandy Arrive in Kandy and return to your hotel, bringing your memorable Pinnawala day tour to an end.
What’s included
Included in your experience
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Kandy
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking chauffeur guide
Not included
- Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage admission ticket (around USD 17.70)
- Pinnawala Open Zoo admission ticket (around USD 11.80)
- Lunch (Payable on site)
Where your day begins
Hotel pick up - pick up from your hotel located in city center
Meeting time: 08:00
Open meeting point in Google Maps ↗Pickup arrangements depend on the option you book. Confirm the final instructions in your booking details.
Good to know before you go
Before your visit
- Adults and children will be charged the same amount.
- Free for infants aged&nbsp
- 0-3 years
Cancellation policy
To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 24 hours before the experience start date in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.
Review the policy attached to your selected option before confirming.A few things you might ask
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