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Club Hotel Dolphin: A Beachside Haven on Negombo's Tranquil Shores

Nestled along the pristine coastline of Waikkal, Club Hotel Dolphin stands as a premier beachfront escape among negombo hotels, offering the perfect blend of tropical relaxation and vibrant experiences. Just 21 kilometers from Bandaranaike International Airport, this seaside sanctuary presents an accessible retreat for travelers seeking both convenience and paradise.

Coastal Comfort with Diverse Accommodation

The resort features thoughtfully designed accommodations catering to various preferences and needs. From Superior Rooms offering essential comforts to luxurious Sea View Villas providing direct ocean vistas, each space promises an intimate escape infused with authentic Sri Lankan hospitality. For families or those desiring additional space, the Junior Suites deliver expanded living areas without compromising on warmth or style.

Exceptional Facilities for Complete Relaxation

Distinguishing itself through comprehensive amenities, Club Hotel Dolphin features multiple swimming pools that form the heart of the property's recreational landscape. Active guests appreciate the diverse sporting facilities including tennis, badminton, squash courts, and a fully-equipped fitness center. The dedicated Kids Club ensures younger visitors enjoy tailored activities while parents unwind. For ultimate relaxation, the Aayu Spa by Browns offers rejuvenating treatments designed to soothe body and mind.

Culinary Excellence with Oceanfront Views

Dining at Club Hotel Dolphin becomes a journey through flavors with multiple venues catering to varied tastes. The Sands Restaurant serves international and local cuisine in a relaxed setting, while Waves Restaurant offers specialized dining experiences. For casual refreshments and quick bites, the Snack and Nibbles options provide convenient sustenance between activities or beach sessions.

Gateway to Sri Lanka's Cultural Treasures

Beyond its boundaries, the resort serves as an ideal base for exploring the region's attractions. Guest excursions include visits to the ecological wonder of Muthurajawela Marsh, wildlife encounters at Wilpattu National Park, cultural immersion at St. Mary's Church and Munneswaram Hindu Temple, and heartwarming interactions at the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage. Each experience is carefully curated to showcase the diverse facets of Sri Lanka's natural and cultural landscape.

Seasonal Perfection

While welcoming guests year-round, Club Hotel Dolphin particularly shines during the December to April period when Negombo's weather presents perfect conditions for beach enjoyment and exploration. During these months, the golden sands, glistening ocean, and spectacular sunsets create the quintessential tropical experience that defines this exceptional coastal property.

With its commitment to guest satisfaction evidenced through glowing reviews praising both facilities and staff attentiveness, Club Hotel Dolphin delivers a memorable beachfront experience that captures the essence of Sri Lankan hospitality while providing a peaceful haven from everyday concerns.

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A Day Among Giants: The Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage Experience

Nestled in the lush landscapes of Sri Lanka, the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage offers a heartwarming encounter with some of the most majestic creatures on Earth. Established in 1975, this sanctuary is home to over 80 elephants, including orphaned calves and injured adults who now live in safety and care. Visitors have the unique opportunity to observe these gentle giants in their natural routines, from playful baths in the river to grazing freely across expansive grounds.

At Pinnawela, you'll witness the deep connection between the elephants and their caretakers. It’s particularly mesmerizing to watch the herds gather for their twice-daily baths in the nearby Maha Oya River, an experience that provides an up-close view of their social interactions and playful splashing. The sight of baby elephants frolicking in the water is one that tugs at the heartstrings.

Staying at Club Hotel Dolphin makes this experience even more special, as it places you just a short journey away from the orphanage. After a day spent among elephants, you can return to the hotel and unwind by the ocean. Here, relaxation meets luxury, and every moment is crafted for serenity.

While the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage is the focal point of the trip, the connection with nature, animals, and the cultural history of Sri Lanka enriches the entire experience. Whether you’re an animal lover or just someone seeking a unique adventure, Pinnawela should be at the top of your list.

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Individual Sri Lanka Tours with Private Driver/Guide

Sri Lanka Classic - Tour No.1 - 3 Days with 2 Overnight Stays

We will pick you up from the airport or your hotel and drive to the elephant orphanage in Pinnawela. Orphaned and injured elephants are nursed back to health there and then released into the wild.

There are currently around 75 pachyderms living there, including many young animals.

Depending on the time of day, you can watch the elephants feeding or bathing in the river. Experience the ultimate journey of Sri Lanka tour.

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Merci pour tout ma belle Sita 🥰

On a fait une longue balade,

on a pu lui donner le bain,

on l’a récompensée avec des bananes,

magique,

c’est le mot.

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Shanthi, who readily participated in hundreds of behavioral and biological research studies, will be remembered for her unrivaled contribution to conservation efforts. (Adam Mason / National Zoo)

Excerpt from this Smithsonian story:

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is mourning the loss of a charismatic and pioneering member of its herd. Shanthi, a female Asian elephant who had been under the Zoo’s care for nearly 44 years, was euthanized yesterday to alleviate suffering from advanced osteoarthritis. She was 45.

Shanthi came at the National Zoo in 1976, after living roughly the first year of her life at the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka. She arrived as a gift to the United States from the children of Sri Lanka.

[devikafernando]

Baby’s Breath: whats your favorite childhood memory?

Aw, thanks for asking, dear Anon!

Travelling to Sri Lanka and seeing elephants live for the first time, at the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage. I must’ve been around six years old?

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Beautiful scenery in Pinnawela, Sri Lanka. I recommend visiting elephant orphanage here. Better to come earlier as midday heat is simply exhausting 😔 .......................... Приятный пейзажик в местечке Пиннавела, Шри-Ланка. Рекомендую к посещению слоновий питомник в этой деревне. Это стоит того. Лучше ехать с самого утра, иначе зверская жара может подпортить ваши планы. . . . #instatravel #instatraveling #instatravelling #шриланка #шриланка2018 #srilanka #srilankan #traveladdict #wanderlust #travelstoke #beautifuldestinations #traveldeeper #traveldiary #пиннавела #pinnawela #pinnawelaelephantorphanage #landscape #railroad #питомник #слоники #elephants #слонопотамия #горы #фотографдимаякимов (at Pinnawela, Sri Lanka)

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Elephant Bath #srilanka #elephant #pinnawela (at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage)

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Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage - Sri Lanka.

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is one of Sri Lanka's most popular animal attractions. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is located in the village Pinnawala in the district of Kegalle at a distance of 90km from Colombo. In 1978 the orphanage was taken over by the National Zoological Gardens from the Department of Wildlife. The main attraction is clearly to observe the elephants bathing which is quite a spectacle. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage can be reached via the A1 Colombo – Kandy main road. A turn off at the 82 km post at Kegalle leads you to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. The closest railway station is at Rambukkana 2km away from the village of Pinnawala.The purpose of Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage The primary purpose of the orphanage has been to provide a lifeline to the orphaned baby elephants and adult elephants lost in the wilderness.

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National Zoo Mourns Beloved Member of Its Herd

https://sciencespies.com/nature/national-zoo-mourns-beloved-member-of-its-herd/

National Zoo Mourns Beloved Member of Its Herd

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is mourning the loss of a charismatic and pioneering member of its herd. Shanthi, a female Asian elephant who had been under the Zoo’s care for nearly 44 years, was euthanized yesterday to alleviate suffering from advanced osteoarthritis. She was 45.

“Generations of staff and visitors have come to know and love Shanthi and, by extension, Asian elephants,” said the Zoo’s director Steven Monfort said in a statement. “Her contributions to research and medicine have made an indelible mark on our efforts to save her wild counterparts from extinction, as well as improve the lives of her fellow animal ambassadors. Over the past few years in particular, our elephant and veterinary teams have gone the extra mile to ensure Shanthi’s physical, social and mental well-being. They have her best interest at heart, and I am grateful for their professionalism in providing her with extraordinary care and compassion.”

Osteoarthritis is an especially debilitating disease in larger animals, and animal care staff monitoring Shanthi’s condition recognized that her quality of life had significantly diminished recently after several years of successful management.

Researchers know more about the life histories of African elephants in the wild than they do about Asian elephants, but it is known that the median lifespan for female Asian elephants under human care is typically around 46 years.

Although elephants can’t directly tell people when they are experiencing discomfort, changes in behavior, appetite, locomotion and sociability can indicate pain. These changes would be easily recognized by an elephant manager like one of Shanthi’s who had worked with her for 32 years. By using medical testing to monitor stress hormone levels and inflammatory markers, keepers can also gauge the severity of a condition.

The Zoo reported in a press release that keepers and care staff had used several innovative treatments over the years to help mitigate the impacts of Shanthi’s degenerative condition. She was the first of her kind to receive therapies including injections of a protein serum to slow disease progression.

“We were able to do some things to help that wouldn’t be available to an elephant that was in the wild,” says the Zoo’s senior curator Bryan Amaral. “Shanthi is one of the most studied elephants in existence probably, and she helped us with several research projects, [including] some of the early work with artificial insemination and endocrine hormone monitoring, and elements for both the estrus cycle and pregnancy as well.”

Notably, in 1996, Shanthi was the first elephant to be artificially inseminated, using a novel technique with daily hormone monitoring. This process is now used around the world to aid in conservation management efforts. Shanthi’s son Kandula, born via this method in 2001, lives at the Oklahoma City Zoo.

Shanthi came at the National Zoo in 1976, after living roughly the first year of her life at the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage in Sri Lanka. She arrived as a gift to the United States from the children of Sri Lanka.

Among Shanthi’s (front) herd mates who were given an opportunity to access her after her passing were Bozie and Swarna (rear-right).

(Skip Brown / National Zoo)

Elephants are known for their highly social, intelligent nature. Observational behavioral studies suggest they also engage in a form of grief and mourning, comparable in some ways, to humans. Among Shanthi’s herd mates who were given an opportunity to access her after her passing were Bozie and Swarna, two elephants who were also part of the same group of Sri Lankan orphans to come to America and who were reunited many years later at the National Zoo.

“Bozie and Shanthi were really close. I don’t know if that was any sort of residual relationship that they had. If they recognized each other, or they just hit it off better when they reunited, it’s hard to say,” says Amaral.

“We give them access to let them know what it’s all about and to help them move forward, and generally speaking they do that relatively quickly.” Amaral noted that Bozie and Swarna’s behavior toward the deceased Shanthi included normal touching and smelling, which was expected based on their relationships and their previous experiences with death.

The Zoo recently lost another beloved Asian elephant in March when the 72-year old Ambika was euthanized following irreversible health decline. Ambika was the third oldest Asian elephant in the North American population.

Asian elephants are considered endangered; conservation scientists estimate the total world population to be around 30,000 to 50,000 individuals. Shanthi, who readily participated in hundreds of behavioral and biological research studies, will be remembered for her unrivaled contribution to conservation efforts.

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Did you know Elephants love bathing..?? 🐘❤️ Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Srilanka . #travel #instatravel #travelgram #instago #instadaily #thingstodoinsrilanka #visitsrilanka #travelsrilanka #srilankatrip #srilankatravel #srilankadaily #srilankatourism #exploresrilanka #attractionssrilanka #srilankan #srilankadiaries #triptosrilanka #holidayinsrilanka #vacationinsrilanka #srilankatodo #backpacker #backpackers #backpackersrilanka #pinnawela (at Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Srilanka) https://www.instagram.com/p/By_xJQRBaFw/?igshid=1lbyum0ml9ai9

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Pinnawela "Przeczucie" (Opole 2009)

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Srilanka Explorer Ex. Colombo Tour From 24 March to 30 March.2019

Tour with EcoNomads Booking link: http://bit.ly/2AXpasz Contact No.: 7000743870 Price Per Person: ₹ 28,349 (Inclusive of taxes) Detail Itinerary DAY 1: COLOMBO ARRIVAL  Pickup from  Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo), you will be met by our representative and will be transferred to Kandy, On the way visit Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage which is an orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants. It is founded in 1975 to care and protect the orphaned elephants wandering in the forest. Then proceed to Kandy. Check into the hotel and relax for the night. Stay: Hotel in Kandy   DAY 2: KANDY After breakfast, get ready for an incredible day across Kandy, you will start with Peradeniya Gardens one of the must-visit places in Sri Lanka. One of the jewels of the colonial era, it was an initiative to try out introduced crops like rubber etc. It was also the headquarters of Lord Mountbatten who spearheaded the allied war effort in the east during the 2nd world war. A not to be missed experience is a visit to the Orchid House here, where you will see about 300 different and rare varieties of orchids beautifully displayed. You will then head to the Temple of the Tooth Relic in the evening in time for a “Poojah” where you may make an offering of flowers. At 06:30 pm, locals and tourists alike gather to offer flowers and prayers to the sacred relic in the inner sanctum to the backdrop of the temple drummers. This is indeed a magical experience. Meals: Breakfast Stay: Hotel in Kandy   DAY 3: NUWARA ELIYA After breakfast, ride to Nuwara Eliya - "city of light". The British Tea Planters of the colonial times recreated a little bit of England’s country life with manor houses, horse racing, high teas and golfing here as a reminiscence of their life back in England, visit  Gregory Lake - built during the year 1874 by a British governor Gregory, Nuwara Eliya Golf Club  Meals: Breakfast Stay: Hotel in Nuwar... Read more source https://mumbaihikers.com/m/events/view/Srilanka-Explorer-Ex-Colombo-Tour-From-24-March-to-30-March-2019