A renowned elephant conservation destination where visitors can observe rescued elephants, learn about their care, and experience the beautiful riverside surroundings.
A curated collection of the most celebrated and visited sights across the destination.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage was established to care for orphaned and injured elephants. Visitors can observe the elephants' daily care, feeding, and bathing in the nearby Maha Oya, offering an opportunity to learn about elephant welfare and conservation.
Pinnawala Zoo is Sri Lanka's first open-concept zoo, offering visitors an opportunity to see a variety of native and exotic animals in spacious, naturalistic surroundings. The zoo also supports conservation, research, education, and animal welfare programmes.