PLAN YOUR
WAY
Alternative text

Bird Watching

A paradise for bird lovers where over 400 species await. Experience serene, seasonal birdwatching guided by expert naturalists in Sri Lanka.

Duration
Half-day (3-4 Hours), full-day (6–8 Hours)
Cities & Regions
Kithulgala, Sinharaja, Nuwara Eliya, Tissamaharama / Yala, Udawalawe, Colombo
Accommodations
Plantation Hotel Kithulgala, Rock View Sinharaja, Jetwing St. Andrew’s, Jetwing Yala, Grand Udawalawe, Jetwing Colombo Seven
Key Location
Sinharaja Rainforest (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Kumana National Park, Udawalawe National Park, Horton Plains National Park, Talangama Wetlands, Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary, Bodhinagala Sanctuary, Udawatte Kele Sanctuary
Plan Your Adventure

With over 400 bird species, including 23 enchanting endemics and 200 seasonal migrants arriving from India, Siberia, and Western Europe, Sri Lanka is a birdwatcher’s paradise. The island’s wetlands, lagoons, forests, and highlands create diverse habitats, making every dawn chorus a new adventure.

 

From the elusive Sri Lanka Spurfowl calling in the dense rainforests of Sinharaja, to flamingos and waders painting the coastal wetlands of Kumana, the island rewards patient observers and photographers alike. Migratory season, November to April, transforms the landscape into a living aviary, with December celebrated as National Bird Month. With Jetwing Eco Holidays, your birding journey will take you through hidden reserves, UNESCO World Heritage forests, and tranquil sanctuaries where every rustle or flash of color might be a rare discovery.

Related Itineraries

Discover vibrant flocks and elusive endemics across Sri Lanka’s lush landscapes.
All Itineraries
Journey Into Sri Lanka’s Wild
Discover an island where dense jungles, golden plains,
and serene lagoons are alive with extraordinary wildlife encounters.
Discover Our Wildlife Holidays