Discover a deeper, more meaningful connection with elephants through the Happy Elephant Ethical Elephant Experience – Elephant Walk, Feed, Bath & Wash, Cooking & Lunch Program — a comprehensive and ethical day with Sri Lanka’s gentle giants. This immersive experience is perfect for animal lovers seeking authentic, responsible interaction without exploitation.
Happy Elephant Walk, Feed, Bath & Wash, Cooking and Caring Program – A Full-Day Ethical Elephant Experience
Your journey begins with a peaceful walk alongside a rescued elephant, observing its natural movements and learning about its behavior from a knowledgeable guide. Then, enjoy a hands-on feeding session, where you’ll prepare and offer the elephant’s favorite fruits and herbal snacks.
Next, head to the river for a fun and refreshing bath and washing session, where you’ll assist in scrubbing and cooling down the elephant in a safe, respectful way.
Program Highlights:
✅ Elephant walk in a natural setting
✅ Feeding & fruit preparation
✅ Bathing and washing in the river
✅ Cooking Lunch & have lunch
✅ Learning about elephants, care and conservation
Duration: 3–4 hours
Location: Near Pinnawala or select sanctuaries in Sri Lanka
Ethical Standards: No rides, no chains, no forced performances
Book now for a truly unforgettable, hands-on experience that supports elephant welfare and responsible tourism.
Happy Elephant Ethical Elephant Experience – Itinerary
Duration: Approximately 2–4 hours – Depend on the Package
Location: Near Pinnawala or at select ethical elephant sanctuaries in Sri Lanka
🕘 Arrival & Welcome (9:00 AM or your scheduled time)
- Warm welcome by sanctuary staff
- Briefing on elephant behavior, safety, and the sanctuary’s ethical care practices
🚶♂️ Elephant Walk (30 minutes)
- Take a guided walk through a natural setting with a rescued elephant
- Learn about the elephant’s history, personality, and daily routine
🍌 Feeding Session (15–20 minutes)
- Prepare fruit bowls and herbal snacks
- Feed the elephant by hand and observe natural eating behavior
💦 Bath & Wash (30–40 minutes)
- Head to the river or bathing area
- Join the elephant in a fun, splash-filled bath session
- Help scrub and rinse the elephant with guidance from caretakers
🍲 Lunch Cooking Session & Have Lunch (30–45 minutes)
- Learn about Srilankan foods and how to cook
- Assist in preparing food
- Have your prepared food as lunch
🧘 Caring & Learning Session
- Gain insight into veterinary care, conservation efforts, and ethical tourism practices
- Ask questions and connect with your guide and caretakers
📸 Photo Opportunity & Farewell (15 minutes)
- Take respectful, non-invasive photos with the elephant
- Receive a certificate or souvenir (optional) to remember your visit
What to Bring:
- Comfortable clothes & footwear
- Towel/change of clothes (you may get wet!)
- Camera & sunscreen
- Open heart and kind spirit
Book now and be part of an experience that leaves a positive footprint—for you and the elephants.
Day Tour Price
- Transport Cost : USD 100 per private tour in an A/C car or van with an English speaking chauffeur-guide
Vehicle Options:
Car (up to 2 persons): Toyota Axio, Prius Hybrid, Premio/Honda Fit Shuttle or similar
Van (3 to 6 persons): Toyota KDH/Nissan Caravan or similar
- Pinnawala Elephant Walk Private Project With Cooking Session & Lunch : US$ 50 / EUR 45 / GBP 38) per foreign adult and US$ 25 / EUR 23 / GBP 19 per foreign child of age 03 – 12 years are applicable.
- Pinnawala Elephant Walk Private Project : US$ 35 / EUR 31 / GBP 27) per foreign adult and US$ 18 / EUR 16 / GBP 14 per foreign child of age 03 – 12 years are applicable.