Protocol for wild elephant encounters on the Buttala Kataragama road in a Tuk Tuk

Stop at a safe distance, at least 50 meters away. Never feed them from a tuk-tuk, as it encourages aggressive begging behavior. Because your vehicle is open and small, you are vulnerable. Wait for a large transport truck or a CTB bus to pass, and tuck your tuk-tuk closely behind it to shadow them past the elephant.