10-Day Bird Watching & Wildlife Safari Tour in Sri Lanka with SRF Travel

Transportation
Car ,Suv or Van
Language
English, Spanish, French, Chinese
Group Size
1-15
Minimum Age
1
Maximum Age
80

Overview

Join SRF Travels Sri Lanka on a 10-day bird watching and wildlife tour across the island’s top national parks and birding hotspots. Discover endemic birds of Sri Lanka, rare wildlife species, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. From the coastal wetlands of Negombo to the mystical rainforest of Sinharaja, this eco-friendly safari offers unforgettable encounters with leopards, elephants, migratory birds, and more.

Experience the best bird watching and wildlife safari in Sri Lanka with SRF Travels. Explore Wilpattu, Minneriya, Sinharaja Rainforest & more in this 10-day private eco tour. Perfect for nature lovers and birders.

Boat safari through wetlands to see kingfishers, herons & cormorants.
Visit UNESCO-designated Ramsar site & spot migratory birds.
Full-day safari to spot leopards, sloth bears, eagles, and hornbills.
Explore UNESCO Sigiriya Fortress & elephant safari
Birding in a secluded park with elephants and forest raptors
Walk through cloud forests and spot endemic highland birds

Day 1 :

Arrival in Negombo – Explore Muthurajawela Wetlands

Airport pick-up by SRF Travels Sri Lanka.

Evening bird watching tour at Muthurajawela Wetland Sanctuary – known for purple herons, kingfishers, and cormorants.

Relax at your beachside eco-hotel.

Day 2 :

Wilpattu National Park via Anavilundawa Wetland

Travel north to Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka’s largest and oldest park.

Stop at Anavilundawa Ramsar Wetland to spot waterfowl and waders.

Evening leopard-spotting safari.

Day 3 :

Full-Day Wilpattu Safari

Full-day jeep safari with expert naturalist guide.

Look for Painted Stork, Ceylon Grey Hornbill, and Sloth Bears.

Day 4 :

Sigiriya & Minneriya National Park

Morning visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress – bird-rich dry zone forest.

Evening elephant safari at Minneriya or Kaudulla.

Birds spotted: Grey-headed Fish Eagle, Indian Roller, Junglefowl.

Day 5 :

Wasgamuwa National Park

Scenic drive to Wasgamuwa National Park, known for quiet wildlife viewing.

Encounter endemic bird species and wild elephants.

Day 6 :

Riverston Cloud Forest – Travel to Kandy

Birding stop at Riverston, a misty mountain pass rich in biodiversity.

Species include: Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Yellow-fronted Barbet.

Evening in Kandy, cultural capital of Sri Lanka.

Day 7 :

Kandy to Nuwara Eliya via Victoria Park

Early birding walk at Udawatta Kele Sanctuary in Kandy.

Travel to Nuwara Eliya – “Little England” of Sri Lanka.

Afternoon in Victoria Park for Pied Thrush, Indian Pitta sightings.

Day 08 :

Horton Plains National Park

Visit Horton Plains, Sri Lanka’s only montane cloud forest park.

Spot the Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush, Dull-blue Flycatcher, and highland endemics.

Day 09 :

Travel to Sinharaja Rainforest

Drive to Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve, UNESCO Biosphere.

Evening birding in buffer zones – look for Ashy-headed Laughingthrush, Legge's Flowerpecker.

Day 10 :

Sinharaja Rainforest Trek – Departure

Morning guided trek in Sinharaja Rainforest, home to 21 endemic bird species.

Return to Colombo or airport in time for departure.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.

It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

10-Day Bird Watching & Wildlife Safari Tour in Sri Lanka with SRF Travel

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Experience the best bird watching and wildlife safari in Sri Lanka with SRF Travels. Explore Wilpattu, Minneriya, Sinharaja Rainforest & more in this 10-day private eco tour. Perfect for nature lovers and birders.

10-Day Bird Watching & Wildlife Safari in Sri Lanka

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