Sri Lanka Birding Tour
Discover Sri Lanka -One of Asia’s Top birding destinations.
Discover Sri Lanka on an exclusive birding journey through one of Asia’s richest islands for endemic and migrant birdlife. From the rainforests of Kitulgala and Sinharaja to the misty highlands of Horton Plains and the wetlands of Mannar, Bundala and Tissamaharama, the tour combines exceptional birding with unforgettable wildlife experiences, including Sri Lankan Leopard, Asian Elephant and Sloth Bear.
Sri Lanka currently has 538 recorded bird species, including 35 endemics and 30 globally threatened species. Among the island’s most sought-after birds are the spectacular Sri Lanka Blue Magpie (E), Sri Lanka Junglefowl (E) and Sri Lanka Spurfowl (E), offering birders an exceptional opportunity to encounter some of Sri Lanka’s most distinctive endemic species.
This carefully designed journey offers the chance to encounter Sri Lanka’s most sought-after endemic birds, winter migrants, rainforest specialists and wetland species, while exploring some of the island’s most remarkable landscapes and protected areas. For dedicated birders, it is a rare opportunity to experience the extraordinary concentration of wildlife found across a single island.
Let’s go birding in Sri Lanka!
| Safari starts and ends in Colombo | Comfortable / Mid-range |
| Duration | 12 Days |
| Departure dates | 11 February 2028 |
Top Birds
Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Sri Lanka Junglefowl, Sri Lanka Spurfowl, Sri Lanka Frogmouth, Serendib Scops Owl, Red-faced Malkoha, Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill, Sri Lanka Wood Pigeon, Sri Lanka Green Pigeon, Sri Lanka Blue-tailed Bee-eater.
Top Mammals
Sri Lankan Leopard, Asian Elephant, Sloth Bear, Fishing Cat, Jungle Cat, Rusty-spotted Cat, Wild Buffalo, Sambar, Spotted Deer, Tufted Grey Langur
Highlights and Top attractions
• Sinharaja Forest Reserve – Sri Lanka’s premier rainforest birding destination, renowned for endemic species and spectacular mixed-species feeding flocks.
• Horton Plains National Park – Mannar Wetlands – Vast lagoons, mudflats and coastal habitats attract impressive numbers of wintering waders, terns and other migrants.
• Bundala National Park – An internationally important wetland where Greater Flamingos, waders and waterbirds gather among lagoons and salt pans.
• Kumana National Park – Remote wilderness, rich wetlands and excellent birding combine with exciting opportunities to search for Sri Lankan Leopard.
• Yala National Park – A legendary Sri Lankan wilderness offering exceptional birding alongside the chance to encounter Leopard, Elephant and Sloth Bear.
• Udawalawe National Park – Open grasslands and wetlands provide outstanding opportunities for Asian Elephant and sought-after dry-zone birds.
• Tissamaharama Wetlands: – Lakes, marshes and surrounding wetlands provide superb opportunities for waterbirds, waders and wetland specialists.
Summary of day to day Itinerary
| Day 1 | Colombo to Kitulgala |
| Day 2 | Kitulgala |
| Day 3 | Kitulgala to Nuwara Eliya |
| Day 4 | Nuwara Eliya |
| Day 5 | Nuwara Eliya to Tissamaharama |
| Day 6 | Tissamaharama |
| 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 |