Sri Lanka Birding Tour
Discover Sri Lanka -One of Asia’s Top birding destinations.
Sri Lanka, a tropical paradise located 900 miles (1,450 km) southwest of India, is a dream destination for birdwatchers. With its lush rainforests, wetlands, and coastal habitats, this island nation is home to some of the richest avian biodiversity in Asia. Recognized as an Endemic Bird Area (EBA) by BirdLife International, Sri Lanka is a must-visit for birding enthusiasts looking to spot rare and endemic species.
Sri Lanka’s diverse landscapes support an astonishing 430 bird species, including 33 endemics. Some of the most sought-after birds on our tour include:
Sri Lanka Blue Magpie – A strikingly colorful endemic of the wet zone forests;
Serendib Scops Owl – One of the world’s rarest owls, discovered only in 2001;
Sri Lanka Spurfowl – A secretive forest-dwelling species – often heard but rarely seen;
Black-necked Stork – A magnificent wetland bird found in Sri Lanka’s lagoons and marshes.
Beyond its incredible birdlife, Sri Lanka is also home to a rich array of mammals, reptiles, and flowering plants. Expect to encounter 123 mammal species, 179 reptile species (many endemic to the island), Lush tropical forests, wetlands, and highland landscapes that create the perfect birding conditions.
Let’s go birding in Sri Lanka!
| Safari starts and ends in Brazzaville | Comfortable / Mid-range |
| Duration | 12 Days |
| Departure dates | 10 January 2026 (Fully booked) |
Top Birds
Sri Lanka Frogmouth, Sri Lanka Spurfowl, Sri Lanka Wood Pigeon, Serendib Scops Owl, Sri Lanka Hanging Parrot, Red-faced Malkoha, Green-billed Coucal, Orange-billed Babbler, Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush and Sri Lanka Blue Magpie.
Top Mammals
Asian Elephant (Sri Lanka subspecies), Asian Buffalo, Leopard (Sri Lanka subspecies), Jungle Cat, Fishing Cat, Golden Jackal,
Sloth Bear, Sambar, White-spotted Chevrotain, Red Slender Loris, Toque Macaque, Purple-faced Langur, Layard’s Palm Squirrel, Golden Palm Civet, Indian Crested Porcupine, Indian Pangolin.
Highlights and Top attractions
• Kitulgala – Adventure-sports town on the banks of the Kelani river, boasting a low-country rainforest reserve that holds spectacular endemic species.
• Nuwara Eliya – Colonial hill town surrounded by impressive scenery and immaculate tea plantations. Home to excellent botanical gardens and other birding hotspots.
• Horton Plains National Park – Boasts 750 species of plants, 25 species of mammals and 100 species of birds (including 21 endemics).
• The lake town of “Tissa” – Beautiful, history-rich and home to an amazing variety of water-associated birds.
• Lunugamvehera National Park – Important habitat for Asian Elephants (Sri Lanka subspecies), along with 21 fish species, 12 amphibians, 33 reptiles, 184 birds and 43 other mammals.
• Udawalawe National Park – Open grassland park along the Walawe river that hosts about 250 Asian Elephants and provides excellent water-associated bird habitat.
• Sinharaja Forest Reserve – The 89 km2 (34 sq mi) reserve is a National Park, a Biosphere Reserve and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and boasts the widest variety of forest birds in all of Sri Lanka; it is a treasure trove of endemic species of fauna and flora.
Summary of day to day Itinerary
| Day 1 | Arrival in Sri Lanka & drive to Kitulgala |
| Day 2 | Kitulgala |
| Day 3 | Kitulgala to Nuwara Eliya |
| Day 4 | Nuwara Eliya |
| Day 5 | Nuwara Eliya to Tissamaharama |
| Day 6 | Tissamaharama (Lunugamvehera NP) |
| Day 7 | Tissamaharama to Udawalawe National Park |
| Day 8 | Udawalawe to Sinharaja Forest Reserve |
| Day 9-10 | Sinharaja Forest Reserve |
| Day 11 | Sinharaja to Katunayake |
| Day 12 | Transfer to airport and Departure |