Arrival and exploration: the airport to Kandy

As soon as you land at the airport you will be met by one of our friendly representatives from Sri Lanka Specialisten, who will be holding a sign with your name and accompany you to your transfer. Whether you continue by car or bus, we ensure your Sri Lanka adventure gets off to a smooth start.
First stop: Pinnawala. Your adventure begins with a visit to the elephant orphanage in Pinnawala, located about 89 km from Colombo, along the scenic Colombo–Kandy road. The facility was established in 1975 and provides a home for orphaned and injured elephants. See the gentle giants at feeding at 09.30–10.00 and 13.30–14.00, and enjoy their playful bathing at 10.00–10.30 and 14.00–14.30 as they splash in the nearby river.
Arrival in Kandy and city tour. Afterwards you will immerse yourself in Sri Lanka's cultural heart – Kandy. As the last stronghold of the Kingdom of Kandy until the British annexation in 1815, Kandy carries a rich heritage shaped by Buddhism. Explore its temples, shrines and monasteries, and don't miss the venerable Temple of the Tooth, which preserves a sacred relic of the Buddha.
Check in at your hotel in Kandy for a restful night, full of impressions from your first day in Sri Lanka.




