Two of Sri Lanka’s “purest gems are her rich and varied wildlife and her equally rich and
varied jungles. One-tenth of the island’s entire land area comes under the jurisdiction of
the Department of Wild Life Conservation, which administrates and serves as the primary
authority on all matters concerning wilderness areas and their fauna.
It takes the visitor only a few miles of travel, or perhaps only a short walk in town or country,
to be convinced that Sri Lanka is a paradise for the bird watcher. There are more than 400
species found here, indigenous varieties as well as migrants.
The vast majority of birds, and also the prettiest, prefer the wooded regions. Most of them
are widely distributed, spread from the lowlands to the foothills and on to the mountains.
The best time to watch birds in the island is between the months of September and April,
when thousands upon thousands of migrants arrive.
Arrive in Sri Lanka and transfer to a hotel in Colombo for a one-night stay. In the afternoon, visit Talangama Lake to enjoy birdwatching highlights such as Black and Yellow Bitterns.
3-star or above
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 02
Transfer to Sinharaja
After breakfast, transfer to a hotel near Sinharaja for a three-night stay.
Rainforest Edge
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 03
Birding at Sinharaja Rainforest
Spend the morning and afternoon birdwatching at Sinharaja Rainforest (A UNESCO World Heritage Site), renowned for its lowland endemics and mixed-species bird flocks.
Rainforest Edge
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 04
Continued Birding at Sinharaja Rainforest
Another full day of birdwatching at Sinharaja Rainforest to explore its rich biodiversity and unique avian species.
Rainforest Edge
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 05
Transfer to Kithulgala
After breakfast, travel to a hotel in Kithulgala for a two-night stay. Enjoy a late evening candlelight dinner for a relaxing experience.
Palmstone Retreat
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 06
Visit Kelani Valley Forest Reserve
Spend the morning and afternoon exploring the Kelani Valley Forest Reserve, a lowland tropical rainforest rich in endemic fauna and flora.
Palmstone Retreat
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 07
Transfer to Negombo
After breakfast, transfer to a hotel in Negombo for a one-night stay. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Jetwing Blue
Bed & Breakfast Basis
Day 08
Departure
Transfer to the International Airport for your departure. While it’s hard to say goodbye, we hope to welcome you again for another adventure. Safe travels!