Sri Lanka 7-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary

1. Day 1: Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
   2 hours (62 km) from Colombo

   Interact with elephants at feeding and bathing times. Watch baby elephants playing in the river.

2. Day 2: Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Caves
   1 hour 30 minutes (92 km) from Pinnawala

   Visit the UNESCO Heritage Site, climb to the top for a stunning view, see frescoes and learn about ancient Sri Lankan history.

3. Day 3: Safari in Minneriya National Park
   35 minutes (22 km) from Sigiriya

   Experience Sri Lanka's wildlife, including elephants, deer, crocodiles, and birds on a jeep safari.

4. Day 4: Tea Plantations and Factory Tour
   2 hours (75 km) from Minneriya National Park

   Visit a tea plantation, learn about the tea-making process, and enjoy the scenic beauty of Sri Lanka's mountainous terrain.

5. Day 5: Kandy City Tour
   2 hours (57 km) from Tea Plantations

   Explore the iconic Temple of the Tooth Relic, stroll around the man-made Kandy lake, and watch a cultural show.

6. Day 6: Bentota Beach
   4 hours (177 km) from Kandy

   Relax on the beach, try water activities like jet skiing or banana boating, or take a boat ride on the Bentota river.

7. Day 7: Whale Watching at Mirissa Beach
   3 hours (111 km) from Bentota

   Spot blue whales and dolphins on a boat tour, relax on the beach, or try snorkeling.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage (3 hours, LKR 2,500 per adult)
• Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Caves (4 hours, LKR 5,500 per adult)
• Safari in Minneriya National Park (4 hours, LKR 4,000 per person)
• Tea Plantations and Factory Tour (4 hours, LKR 2,000 per adult)
• Kandy City Tour (6 hours, LKR 2,500 per adult)
• Bentota Beach (4 hours, Free)
• Whale Watching at Mirissa Beach (3-5 hours, LKR 6,000 per person)

Total Estimated Costs (per adult): LKR 23,500

Useful Tips

If you have more time, explore the Cultural Triangle, take a train journey through the hills, or visit Ella and Udawalawe National Park for more wildlife sightings. For less time, skip the Whale watching at Mirissa or reduce your time on the beach.