Birding in Sri Lanka
Tour Packages

Birding in Sri Lanka

13 Days
12 Nights
Kithulgala, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Udawalawe, Sinharaja, Colombo
For an Island of its size, Sri Lanka has a high density of species of birds. A total of 462 birds have been recorded including migrants. No less than 34 species of birds are endemic, found nowhere else in the world. The mixed species birding flocks in Sinharaja (dubbed the ‘Rainforest Rainbow’) are the longest study in the world. The birds are also relatively tame and easy to watch.
Tour Activities
Explore Sinharaja Rainforest
Birding at Kelani Valley forest reserve
Explore Victoria Park
Explore Horton Plains
Yala National Park
Explore Talangama Wetland
Plan of Tour
Day 01

Arrival in Sri Lanka and Transfer to Kithulgala

On arrival in Sri Lanka, transfer to a hotel in Kithulgala for a two-night stay. In the afternoon, begin the birding tour around the forest areas.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 02

Explore Kelani Valley Forest Reserve

Cross the Kelani River in a dugout canoe and reach the Kelani Valley Forest Reserve, a lowland tropical rainforest rich in endemic fauna and flora.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 03
Jetwing St. Andrew’s

Transfer to Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, leave for a hotel in Nuwara Eliya for a two-night stay. In the afternoon, visit Victoria Park to observe Himalayan migrants such as the Kashmir Flycatcher, Pied Thrush, Indian Pitta, and Indian Blue Robin.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 04
Horton Plains National Park

Visit Horton Plains National Park

Pre-dawn departure for Horton Plains National Park to look for the scarce endemic Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 05
Jetwing Yala

Transfer to Yala

After breakfast, leave for a hotel in Yala for a three-night stay. Spend the day at leisure.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 06
Yala National Park

Morning and Afternoon Safaris at Yala National Park

Enjoy morning and afternoon safaris at Yala National Park.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 07

Safari at Yala National Park and Visit Tissa Wetland

In the morning, embark on another safari at Yala National Park. In the afternoon, visit the Tissa Wetland for another birding tour.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 08
Grand Udawalawe

Transfer to Udawalawe

After breakfast, transfer to a hotel in Udawalawe for a two-night stay. In the afternoon, visit Udawalawe National Park to observe dry-zone birds.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 09
birding safari

Birding Safari in Udawalawe

Spend the morning and afternoon on a birding safari in Udawalawe.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 10
Rock View Motel

Transfer to Sinharaja

After breakfast, leave for a hotel in Sinharaja for a three-night stay. Spend the day at leisure.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 11
birding at Sinharaja

Full Day Birding at Sinharaja

Spend a full day birding at Sinharaja, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for its lowland endemics and mixed-species bird flocks.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 12
Villa Talangama

Drive to Colombo and Visit Talangama Wetland

After breakfast, drive to Colombo and visit the Talangama Wetland for birding.

3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 13

Departure

Transfer to the International Airport for your departure. Though it’s hard to say goodbye, we hope to see you again on your next adventure with us. Until then, safe travels!