SRI LANKA
Birds and Wildlife Tour

Sri Lanka, fondly described as the tear drop of India, and one of South Asia's most biodiverse regions, is home to an exceptional variety of birds and iconic wildlife. Experience the vibrant fauna in national parks, immerse yourself in the enchanting local culture, and savor delicious cuisine while enjoying comfortable lodgings on this unforgettable birding adventure. You’ll learn about threats to native species and the ways local organizations are working to conserve them, and even take a cooking class, allowing you to travel home with the unforgettable flavors of this vibrant country.​

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Trip Highlights:

• Visit Sinharaja Forest Reserve and Kitulgala's Makandawa Reserve where we will find many of Sri Lanka's 35 endemic bird species

• Take safari drives in search of Leopard, Sloth Bear, Asian Elephant and Purple-faced Langur

• Search for the newly described Serendib Scops-Owl, Striking Red-faced Malkoha, iconic Sri Lanka Blue-Magpie, stately Lesser Adjutant, and exotic Malabar Pied-Hornbill

• Learn about Elephant-Human Conflict from local researchers and efforts to curb the issue

• Visit a primate conservation and research center to hear about their important work

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This island nation is a little larger than West Virginia, yet despite its small size, offers a wealth of stunning landscapes to explore, including lowland and montane rainforests, grasslands, wetlands, and saltpans, all teeming with wildlife. Expert guides who conduct their own research and conservation projects will, lead us to important sites for birdwatching that include Kitulgala next to the Kelani River, and the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, both renowned for being some of the best locations to see the vast proportion of Sri Lanka's lowland endemics. The highlands around Nuwara Eliya and the picturesque Yala National Park are also prime spots for observing Sri Lanka's unique bird species.​

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Join us on this Asian adventure!

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Malabar Pied-Hornbill © Rohit Varma

Anthracoceros coronatus ~ Near Threatened ~ restricted to hilly country in India and Sri Lanka

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