Enjoy the Happy Elephant Walk & Sri Lankan Cooking Experience, where you’ll walk, feed, and bathe a rescued elephant in a natural, ethical setting. Then, join a hands-on cooking session to prepare traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry, followed by a delicious homemade lunch. A perfect blend of wildlife and culture!
Happy Elephant Experience + Sri Lankan Cooking & Lunch – A Truly Heartwarming Day
Combine an ethical elephant encounter with authentic Sri Lankan culture in this immersive full-day experience. The Happy Elephant Walk, Feed, Bath & Wash Program is followed by a delightful hands-on cooking session where you’ll help prepare and enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry lunch.
Perfect for families, couples, and mindful travelers, this experience allows you to bond with a rescued elephant and then discover the warm hospitality and rich flavors of Sri Lanka in a relaxed village-style setting.
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.
Special Elephant Ethical Elephant Experience & Cooking – 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 scheduled time)
- Introduction to the sanctuary and ethical elephant care
- Meet your guide and the elephant you’ll be interacting with
🚶♂️ Elephant Walk (30 minutes)
- Take a guided walk through natural surroundings
- Learn about the elephant’s behavior and life story
🍌 Feeding Experience (15–20 minutes)
- Prepare a fresh fruit and herbal snack basket
- Hand-feed the elephant and enjoy some playful interactions
💦 Bath & Wash (30–40 minutes)
- Join the elephant in the river
- Help wash, scrub, and cool them off in a safe and natural way
🍲 Traditional Sri Lankan Cooking Class (45–60 minutes)
- Join a local cook and help prepare rice and 3–4 traditional curries
- Learn to use spices, clay pots, and village-style techniques
- Enjoy cooking with fresh, seasonal ingredients from the garden
🍽️ Lunch Time! (45–60 minutes)
- Sit down and enjoy the meal you’ve helped prepare
- Taste the real flavors of Sri Lanka with freshly cooked rice and curry
- Vegetarian and vegan options available
📸 Photo Opportunity & Farewell (15 minutes)
- Take respectful, non-invasive photos with the elephant
- Many more Photo Opportunities
✔️ What’s Included
- Elephant walk, feed, and bath experience
- Cooking class with local host
- Full Sri Lankan lunch
- Guide and English-speaking staff
- Drinking water and welcome drink
💚 Why Choose This Program?
- 100% ethical elephant experience – no rides, no chains
- Supports elephant welfare and local communities
- Combines wildlife, culture, and cuisine in one memorable day
Book your spot today and create unforgettable memories with Sri Lanka’s most beloved animals—and its delicious food!
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 110 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 – WITHOUT COOKING & LUNCH : 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.