The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage recorded a historic income of Rs. 1,042 million in 2025, the highest since its establishment in 1975, driven by a surge in both local and foreign tourist visits.
According to Deputy Director Mihiran Medawala, a total of 193,656 foreign tourists visited the orphanage in 2025, while 438,364 local tourists also visited the facility during the same period.
The significant increase in visitor numbers enabled the orphanage to generate revenue exceeding Rs. 1,042 million, marking a major milestone in its five-decade history.
Officials said the strong performance in 2025 underscores Pinnawala’s continued popularity as a key tourist attraction and highlights its importance to Sri Lanka’s tourism sector.
