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Pinnawala Collection

Pinnawala, a sanctuary for majestic Asian elephants in Sri Lanka. Established in 1975 by the Wildlife Department, this haven has become a symbol of hope and conservation

Background imagePinnawala Collection: DDE-90025504

DDE-90025504
Sri Lanka, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Riverfront area where orphaned elephants are allowed to roam free in adjacent forest. Date: 03/05/2007

Background imagePinnawala Collection: DDE-90025503

DDE-90025503
Sri Lanka, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Mother with 3-week old baby elephant born at orphanage. Date: 03/05/2007

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 4

Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 4
A Mahout splashes water on an elephant while giving it a bath in the River Maha Oya near the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 3

Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 3
A Mahout splashes water on an elephant while giving it a bath in the River Maha Oya near the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 2

Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 2
A Mahout splashes water on an elephant while giving it a bath in the River Maha Oya near the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 1

Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 1
Mahout rests on Raja, an old blind elephant, after giving him a bath in the River Maha Oya near the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka Date: 1994

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Asian elephants -Elephas maximus- from the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage mating in the Maha Oya

Asian elephants -Elephas maximus- from the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage mating in the Maha Oya river, Pinnawala, Sri Lanka

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Sri Lanka, Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, est. in 1975 by the Wildlife Department

Sri Lanka, Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage, est. in 1975 by the Wildlife Department. Orphaned elephants (Asian/Indian elephants, Elephas maximus)

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Group of Asian Elephants -Elephas maximus- by the river, Pinnawala, Sabaragamuwa province, Sri Lanka

Group of Asian Elephants -Elephas maximus- by the river, Pinnawala, Sabaragamuwa province, Sri Lanka

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Asian elephants -Elephas maximus- feeding in the Pinnawela Elephants Orphanage, Pinnawela, Sri Lanka

Asian elephants -Elephas maximus- feeding in the Pinnawela Elephants Orphanage, Pinnawela, Sri Lanka

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Herd of Asian elephants -Elephas maximus- from the Pinnawela Elephants Orphanage bathe in the Maha

Herd of Asian elephants -Elephas maximus- from the Pinnawela Elephants Orphanage bathe in the Maha Oya river, Pinnawela, Sri Lanka

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Asian elephants -Elephas maximus- from the Pinnawela Elephants Orphanage mating in the Maha Oya

Asian elephants -Elephas maximus- from the Pinnawela Elephants Orphanage mating in the Maha Oya river, Pinnawela, Sri Lanka

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Elephant at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sri Lanka, Asia

Elephant at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Sri Lanka, Asia

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Sri Lanka, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Asian elephant AKA Indian elephant (Elephas

Sri Lanka, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Asian elephant AKA Indian elephant (Elephas maximus ) face detail

Background imagePinnawala Collection: Elephant Orphanage, Pinnawala, Sri Lanka, Asia

Elephant Orphanage, Pinnawala, Sri Lanka, Asia


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Pinnawala, a sanctuary for majestic Asian elephants in Sri Lanka. Established in 1975 by the Wildlife Department, this haven has become a symbol of hope and conservation. Here, mahouts lovingly care for these gentle giants, as seen in captivating images like "Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 1" to "Mahout bathes an elephant, Sri Lanka - 4". These dedicated caretakers ensure that every pachyderm receives the attention they need. The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is not just a place of refuge but also witness to incredible natural moments. In awe-inspiring scenes captured as "Asian elephants from the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage mating in the Maha Oya river", we see nature's beauty unfold before our eyes. This orphanage nestled along the Sabaragamuwa province boasts stunning landscapes where groups of Asian Elephants gather by the riverbank ("Group of Asian Elephants by the river"). Since its establishment over four decades ago, it has played a vital role in protecting and preserving these magnificent creatures. It serves as a reminder that through collective efforts and compassion, we can secure their future on this planet.