Description

Embark on an extraordinary 15-day journey across Sri Lanka, a tropical paradise known for its rich birdlife, diverse habitats, and fascinating cultural heritage. From lowland rainforests and misty mountain plains to ancient kingdoms and serene wetlands, this tour blends ornithological exploration with historical discovery. Guided by expert naturalists, you’ll encounter over 400 species of birds, including 34 island endemics such as the Sri Lanka Spurfowl, Serendib Scops Owl, and Sri Lanka Blue Magpie. Beyond birding, the tour unveils Sri Lanka’s ancient wonders — the Temple of the Tooth, Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Polonnaruwa Ancient City — making it an ideal journey for nature and culture enthusiasts alike.

Itinerary

Explore our carefully curated tour packages, designed to offer you unforgettable experiences and adventures in stunning Sri Lanka!

  • Day 01: Arrival – Kitulgala
    • Morning arrival at Colombo International Airport and transfer to Kitulgala.
    • Afternoon birding at Kitulgala Rainforest.
    • Overnight stay at: Rest House, Kitulgala.
    • Target Birds: Sri Lanka Spurfowl, Sri Lanka Junglefowl, Crested Goshawk, Besra, Rufous-bellied Eagle, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Sri Lanka Green Pigeon, Sri Lanka Hanging Parrot, Layard’s Parakeet, Red-faced Malkoha, Green-billed Coucal, Sri Lanka Frogmouth, Serendib Scops Owl, Chestnut-backed Owlet, Dollarbird, Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher, Malabar Trogon, Yellow-fronted & Crimson-fronted Barbets, Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill, Crimson-backed Goldenback, Indian Pitta, Black-naped Monarch, Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Sri Lanka Swallow, Black-capped Bulbul, Green Warbler, Brown-capped Babbler, among others.
  • Day 02: Kitulgala
    • Early morning birding around Kitulgala.
    • After breakfast, continue exploring Kitulgala Rainforest.
    • Overnight stay at: Rest House, Kitulgala.
    • Target Birds: Sri Lanka Scimitar Babbler, Dark-fronted Babbler, Orange-billed Babbler, Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, Sri Lanka Myna, Spot-winged Thrush, Indian Blue Robin, Asian Brown Flycatcher, Brown-breasted Flycatcher, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher, Legge’s Flowerpecker.
  • Day 03: Kitulgala – Sinharaja
    • Morning birding around Kitulgala.
    • Transfer to Sinharaja.
    • Afternoon birding in Sinharaja surroundings.
    • Overnight stay at: Bird Paradise Hotel, Sinharaja.
    • Target Birds: Sri Lanka Spurfowl, Junglefowl, Sri Lanka Wood Pigeon, Green Pigeon, Hanging Parrot, Layard’s Parakeet, Red-faced Malkoha, Green-billed Coucal, Ashy-headed Laughingthrush, Orange-billed & Dark-fronted Babblers, Sri Lanka Scimitar Babbler, White-faced Starling, Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, Sri Lanka Myna.
  • Day 04: Sinharaja
    • Full day birding in Sinharaja Rainforest.
    • Overnight stay at: Bird Paradise Hotel, Sinharaja.
    • Target Birds: Serendib Scops Owl, Sri Lanka Frogmouth, Chestnut-backed Owlet, Malabar Trogon, Yellow-fronted & Crimson-fronted Barbets, Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill, Crimson-backed Goldenback, Indian Pitta, Sri Lanka Drongo, Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Yellow-browed & Black Bulbuls, Sri Lanka White-eye, Green & Large-billed Leaf Warblers, Brown-capped Babbler, Black-capped Bulbul.
  • Day 05: Sinharaja
    • Morning & afternoon birding in Sinharaja Rainforest.
    • Overnight stay at: Bird Paradise Hotel, Sinharaja.
    • Target Birds: Spot-winged Thrush, Sri Lanka Thrush, Indian Blue Robin, Asian Brown Flycatcher, Brown-breasted Flycatcher, Tickell’s Blue Flycatcher, Legge’s Flowerpecker, Black-throated Munia.
  • Day 06: Sinharaja – Udawalawe
    • After breakfast, transfer to Udawalawe.
    • Afternoon birding around Udawalawe.
    • Overnight stay at: Niwahana Hotel, Udawalawe.
    • Target Birds: Barred Buttonquail, Painted & Woolly-necked Storks, Lesser Adjutant, Spot-billed Pelican, Black-winged Kite, White-bellied Sea Eagle, Pallid & Montagu’s Harriers, Osprey, Booted Eagle, Crested Hawk Eagle, Orange-breasted Green Pigeon, Alexandrine & Plum-headed Parakeets, Grey-bellied Cuckoo, Blue-faced & Sirkeer Malkoha, Oriental Scops Owl, Brown Fish Owl, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Yellow-crowned & White-naped Woodpeckers, Rufous Woodpecker.
  • Day 07: Udawalawe – Tissamaharama
    • Morning safari at Udawalawe National Park.
    • Afternoon birding at Tissa Wetlands.
    • Overnight stay at: Peacock Reach Hotel, Tissamaharama.
    • Target Birds: Indian Pitta, Sri Lanka Woodshrike, Marshall’s Iora, White-browed Fantail, Forest & White Wagtails, Blyth’s Pipit, Jerdon’s Bushlark, Grey-breasted, Jungle & Ashy Prinias, Blyth’s Reed Warbler, Tawny-bellied & Yellow-eyed Babblers, Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, Rosy Starling, Orange-headed Thrush, White-rumped Shama, Baya Weaver, Indian Silverbill, Black-headed Munia.
  • Day 08: Yala National Park
    • Full day birding at Yala National Park.
    • Overnight stay at: Peacock Reach Hotel, Tissamaharama.
    • Target Birds: Barred Buttonquail, Sri Lanka Junglefowl, Indian Peafowl, Woolly-necked Stork, Lesser Adjutant, Spot-billed Pelican, Darter, White-bellied Sea Eagle, Changeable Hawk Eagle, Great Thick-knee, Eurasian Thick-knee, Yellow-wattled Lapwing, Grey-bellied Cuckoo, Sirkeer & Blue-faced Malkoha.
  • Day 09: Bundala & Tissa Wetlands
    • Morning birding at Bundala National Park.
    • Afternoon birding at Tissa Wetlands.
    • Overnight stay at: Peacock Reach Hotel, Tissamaharama.
    • Target Birds: Greater Flamingo, Garganey, Pintail, Painted Stork, Glossy Ibis, Eurasian Spoonbill, numerous shorebirds (plovers, sandpipers, snipes), terns & gulls, Greater Painted-snipe, Small Pratincole, Jerdon’s & Indian Nightjars, Chestnut-headed Bee-eater, Coppersmith Barbet, Yellow-crowned Woodpecker, Ashy-crowned Sparrow-Lark, Oriental Skylark, Clamorous Reed Warbler, Rosy Starling, Streaked & Baya Weavers, Indian Silverbill.
  • Day 10: Tissa – Nuwara Eliya
    • Morning transfer to Nuwara Eliya with en-route visit to Surrey Bird Sanctuary.
    • Afternoon birding around Nuwara Eliya.
    • Overnight stay at: IVY Bungalow, Nuwara Eliya.
    • Target Birds: Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush, Sri Lanka Thrush, Indian Blackbird, Kashmir Flycatcher, Dull-blue Flycatcher, Grey-headed Canary Flycatcher, Dark-fronted Babbler, Velvet-fronted Nuthatch, Black-throated Munia, Pied Bushchat.
  • Day 11: Horton Plains & Victoria Park
    • Morning birding at Horton Plains National Park.
    • Afternoon birding at Victoria Park, Nuwara Eliya.
    • Overnight stay at: IVY Bungalow, Nuwara Eliya.
    • Target Birds: Sri Lanka Junglefowl, Sri Lanka Wood Pigeon, Sri Lanka Bush Warbler, Sri Lanka Scimitar Babbler, Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Sri Lanka White-eye, Yellow-eared Bulbul, Large-billed Leaf Warbler, Mountain Hawk Eagle, Black Eagle, Jerdon’s Baza, Forest & Grey Wagtails, Crimson-backed Goldenback.
  • Day 12: Nuwara Eliya – Kandy
    • Morning transfer to Kandy.
    • Afternoon birding at Udawattakele Sanctuary.
    • Evening visit to Temple of the Tooth Relic & traditional dance performance.
    • Overnight stay at: Swiss Residence, Kandy.
    • Description: The Temple of the Tooth, or Sri Dalada Maligawa, houses the revered tooth relic of Lord Buddha and stands as a symbol of Sri Lanka’s Buddhist heritage and royal history.
  • Day 13: Kandy – Sigiriya
    • After breakfast proceed to Sigiriya.
    • En-route visit Dambulla Rock Temple.
    • Overnight stay at: Villa Habarana, Habarana.
    • Description: Dambulla Rock Temple features caves with ancient Buddhist statues, murals, and carvings showcasing the island’s rich rock art traditions.
  • Day 14: Sigiriya
    • Morning visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
    • Afternoon visit Minneriya National Park.
    • Overnight stay at: Villa Habarana, Habarana.
    • Description: Sigiriya, the 5th-century rock fortress built by King Kashyapa, is an architectural marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site, showcasing ancient royal design and artistry.
  • Day 15: Sigiriya – Colombo
    • Morning visit Polonnaruwa Ancient City.
    • Afternoon proceed to Colombo for departure.
    • Description: Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s second ancient capital, is celebrated for its Brahmanic monuments, vast irrigation systems, and medieval urban planning.
    • End of Tour – Birding Sri Lanka Travels (Pvt) Ltd.
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