Bird Watching
Various Habitats Island-wide

Bird Watching

Sri Lanka is a birder's paradise with over 400 recorded species including 33 endemic birds found nowhere else on Earth. Explore diverse habitats from rainforests to wetlands, highlands to coastal areas, each with unique avian residents.

What to Expect

  • Spot 33 endemic species including Sri Lanka Blue Magpie
  • See migratory birds during winter months
  • Visit diverse habitats (rainforest, wetlands, dry zone)
  • Expert birding guides with local knowledge
  • Best sites: Sinharaja, Bundala, Kumana, Kitulgala

Best Time

November to March for migrants, year-round for residents

Duration

Early morning sessions (3-4 hours)

Difficulty

Easy to Moderate

Insider Tips

Start at dawn for best activity. Bring binoculars and field guides. Wear dull-colored clothing. Be patient and quiet.

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