Pinnawala Tuk Tuk Tour

Embark on a memorable full-day Pinnawala tuk tuk tour adventure to Pinnawala and Kandy with Pekoe Lanka Tours, combining a visit to the iconic Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage with Kandy’s rich cultural treasures for an unforgettable experience. Travel along scenic routes to see rescued elephants and explore historic temples, all from the open‑air thrill of a private tuk tuk guided by our expert local team.

Highlights of Our Kitulgala Tuk Tuk Tour

Zip to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or Millennium Elephant Foundation to see rescued elephants
Take in breathtaking panoramic views from Kadugannawa View Point, surrounded by lush hill-country scenery.
Continue your cultural journey at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a revered UNESCO World Heritage Site.
For a peaceful spiritual experience, explore the hilltop Bahirawakanda Temple, home to the iconic Big Buddha statue.
Experience a vibrant Kandyan Cultural Dance Show
Admire the scenic Mahaweli River, Sri Lanka’s longest river

Tour Itinerary Kitulgala Tuk Tuk Tour

Kandy Pick-Up & Drop-Off – Private Tuk Tuk (Hotel)

Your Pekoe Lanka Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kandy in a vibrant, private tuk tuk, ready for an open-air adventure.

Scenic Tuk Tuk Ride (39 km) – Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or Millennium Elephant Foundation

Kick off with an adventurous tuk tuk ride to either the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or Millennium Elephant Foundation (your choice), where you’ll see rescued elephants and learn about their care and conservation.

Kadugannawa View Point (10 km)

Go swiftly through the countryside to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the surrounding hills

Mahaweli River

Take a brief tuk tuk pause to admire the scenic beauty of Sri Lanka’s longest river.

Bahirawakanda Temple (Big Buddha)

Ride back to Kandy and zip up to the hilltop temple with its towering Buddha statue, offering spiritual ambiance and stunning city views.

Kandy City View Point

Capture breathtaking panoramic views of Kandy and its surrounding hills, a perfect tuk tuk photo stop.

Kandyan Cultural Dance Show

Experience a vibrant performance showcasing traditional Sri Lankan dance and music, easily reached by tuk tuk

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

End your cultural journey with a short tuk tuk ride to the UNESCO-listed temple housing the sacred tooth relic of Buddha, a must-see landmark

Pinnawala Tuk Tuk Tour – Drop-Off at Hotel

Return to your hotel in Kandy in your trusty tuk tuk, filled with memories of an unforgettable day

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Additional Notes

The itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences.
Guests are responsible for all entrance fees and personal expenses.
Comfortable clothing, walking shoes, sunscreen, and a hat are recommended for outdoor activities, as tuk tuks offer open-air travel.
The Kandyan Cultural Dance Show and Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic have fixed schedules; please inform us if you prefer to adjust the itinerary.
Guests can choose between Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage or Millennium Elephant Foundation at booking; please specify your preference.
Tuk tuk travel to Pinnawala (39 km) is an adventurous ride; please inform us if you prefer alternative transport for longer distances. Additional stops (e.g., Royal Botanical Garden, Ceylon Tea Factory) can be included with alternative transport upon request.

What is the Price for the Kandy to pinnawala tuk tuk tour?

The standard price for the Kandy to pinnawala tuk tuk tour is Rs 6500

Please note that this price includes transportation and guide services only. Entrance fees, activity charges, accommodation, and meal expenses are not included and must be paid separately by guests at each location.

Guests are welcome to request additional attractions or customize the itinerary. Kindly note that any modifications or additional stops may result in a revised tour price.

For bookings, special discounts, or customized tour arrangements, please contact us:

📞 Call or WhatsApp: +94 76 756 1765

What Our Guests Say About the Pinnawala Tuk Tuk Tour

Sharmila

September 15, 2025

“Overall it was a wonderful experience in Kandy with excellent services by Akilan and his friend Anishkan. All four of us were lady travellers, we felt safe in their hands. Highly recommended tuktuk service”

Mascha

April 26, 2025

“My guide Ramzan was just the best. He was so kind and welcoming and showed me his city with all the highlights of Kandy and told me many details about the Sri Lankan way of life. And damn he can drive his Tuktuk like a pro and find his way easy trough the hectic streets of Kandy. I highly recommend the tour with Ramzan.”

Claudia

March 24, 2025

“Our Guide Ramzan: made the tour perfect: A truly wonderful person and the best guide in Kandy. He waited for us when we were delayed, contacted us at any time, was present, and made our stay the most wonderful ever. Thank you, dear Ramzan. Thanks to you, it was perfect, because of you. We can recommend him and the tour. Perfekt we can see a lot in short time. Many thanks from us. We are so thankful.”

Rounak

February 19, 2025

“Exceptional day with Ramzan as our tuk tuk driver. He covered all the spots to see and was very adjusting to our schedule. Would definitely recommend if you want to cover all major spots in the same day.”

Jorge

March 29, 2025

“We booked 3 tuk-tuks for 6 people, and everything went very well. The drivers were very friendly and took us wherever we wanted to go. We recommend it.”

Plan Your Sri Lankan Getaway-Pinnawala Tuk Tuk Tour

While the Pinnawala Tuk Tuk Tour is a traveler favorite, Pekoe Lanka Tours offers many more ways to explore. In addition to Kandy-based adventures, we provide comprehensive travel solutions across Sri Lanka. Because we want you to have the most seamless experience possible, we recommend comparing our local expertise with global travel platforms. Consequently, you will see the authentic Pekoe Lanka difference that sets us apart.

Ready to meet Sri Lanka’s gentle giants and explore Kandy’s cultural treasures by tuk tuk?
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