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Birding Sri Lanka Tours & Trips

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Sri Lanka: See & Experience it ALL in 10 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours
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By Charlie The Traveler
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
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Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Bentota, Colombo, Dambulla, Ella, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Kosgoda, Matale, Minneriya National Park, Mirissa, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Tangalle, Weligama, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Jeep Safaris: Elephants, Leopards, Aquatic Birds & More
  • Reaching Adam’s Peak at Dawn, a Hiker’s Fantasy
  • Hiking the Ancient Mountain of Sigiriya
  • Exploring Abandoned Cities/Archeological Sites by Bike
  • Cave Temples & Other Exotic-Looking Spiritual Sites
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Themes

Birding, Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Education / Learning, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Relaxing Retreats, Safari, Trekking & Expeditions, Photography, Scuba Diving

What travelers are saying

"Thank you guys for setting up this trip. We spent 7 days in Palawan and Coron island and enjoyed every day. The remote coordinator worked very well for us through Whatsup, and the daily itineraries were exactly what we expected. Not too much and not too short. We recommend this tour for every one who wants to explore these locations"

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Sri Lanka Wildlife Adventure Expedition
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By Odynovo
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Bentota, Colombo, Horton Plains National Park, Kelani River, Kitulgala, Mirissa, Nuwara Eliya, Udawalawe, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Navigate the Kelani River by canoe and trek through the rainforest for birdwatching
  • Explore the UNESCO-listed Horton Plains National Park, starting your hike at dawn.
  • Take a morning jeep safari in Udawalawe to witness elephants and diverse wildlife.
  • Set sail on the deep blue sea for an awe-inspiring whale-watching tour in Mirissa.
  • Embark on a full-day jeep safari in Yala National Park for a chance to spot leopards.

Themes

Birding, Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I didn’t take this tour exactly, but made some changes based on my schedule and interests and travel dates. It was my first time in Southeast Asia and I was a traveling solo female. Liz my trip consultant and contact person was so helpful and responsive to any and all my concerns and questions. It was a trip of a lifetime. I can not gush enough about the itinerary and experiences. I am completely impressed with is company and this person. Ya ya in Chang Mai and Sam in Bangkok are top notch guides. The diving in Phuket was arranged with Siam diving, a small private boat not an over stuffed crowded one. It felt like we were the only people in the ocean. Goo, GO, GO!!!!"

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Natural Wonders of Sri Lanka
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5/5 Excellent
14 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Search for abundant wildlife on a Yala National Park expedition, which boasts Asia’s largest concentration of leopards, along with Asian elephants, spotted deer, and over 200 species of birds.
  • A hallmark of any Sri Lanka tour, discover the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Sigiriya, an ancient palace and fortress built atop a huge granite monolith; the monumental ruins in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s medieval capital; and the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, a significant site of pilgrimage for Buddhists.
  • Enjoy whale-watching cruises off the southern coast, one of the best places in the world to view blue whales.
  • Explore Sinharaja, a vast tropical rain forest that is home to over half of Sri Lanka’s endemic species of flora and fauna.
  • Stay in a variety of superb accommodations throughout your Sri Lanka adventure travels—from beach-side resorts and colonial-era mansions to world-class game lodges offering splendid vistas of the surrounding wilderness.

Themes

Birding, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Zegrahm gets my highest recommendation. I recently returned from a 13-day Seychelles exploration and snorkel/dive adventure beginning in Zanzibar, visiting something like 9 Seychelles Atolls and islands for tons of daily snorkeling and diving, and finishing in Mahe where we departed from. This was absolutely the best cruise/group experience I have ever had on either land or sea. Zegrahm charters the boats and I was lucky enough to be on the Ponant ship, Le Bougainville, which is very posh, with a friendly and polite staff, an amazing french chef, good food, a nice spa, you name it. My bedroom was like a small luxury hotel and each room had a balcony so you could enjoy seaside and ocean views from your bed or balcony whenever you'd like. It was lovely. I especially appreciated coming back to such a haven after long days of sunshine, beach and snorkeling. Not only was the cruise ship and it's staff fantastic, but the Zegrahm staff were all wonderful. I sat and had dinner with many of them every day and they somehow remembered all our names (99 or so of us). They snorkeled and dove with us, pointing out fish and naming species, they went birding, they provided lectures in the mornings and evenings in their areas of expertise, because Zegrahm hires Marine Biologists, Anthropologists, and countless other individuals (with PhDs) to provide insight and lessons into the history and ecology of the places being visited and seen. At the conclusion of the trip - I didn't want it to end. I had made several like-minded friends for travel, was invited on future trips and exchanged information with almost everyone. We were a family by the end, both staff and customers. Hugs all around as we celebrated all we had seen together and promised to keep in touch. Zegrahm fosters that type of environment when you travel with them - and it was welcoming and especially enjoyable for a solo traveler like myself. These trips aren't cheap - but are worthwhile for all you see and do - most things you'd never be able to see on your own and certainly not with trained ecologists and marine science experts. I believe you get what you pay for. I was one of the youngest on board but there was a small group of about ten 30-40 year olds with the vast majority being probably 50-80. This isn't a sit on the boat all day-type thing. You are going to be waking up early, going out 2-3x a day and really seeing and doing things. You almost never have down time and you are always learning, seeing, talking and doing. It's expeditionary, not sedentary. It's fun and really enriching. The best way to know someone is doing a good job at this price point (think around $8-12k per person) is repeat customers and I met countless people who have done 6-12 of these expeditions with Zegrahm and knew the staff already. That's the absolute best recommendation you can get. I'll be booking with them again without any hesitation. Thank you to Brad, Murph, LJ, Merel, Steven, George, George K., Robin, Pepper, Lisa, Shirley, Gemma, Chris, Boli, Marcel, and anyone else who I forgot from this amazing trip. You all did a great job and made me feel like family!"

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Sri Lanka Untouched Wildlife
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5/5 Excellent
20 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dambulla, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Minneriya National Park, Mirissa, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Go whale and Dolphin Watching off the Coast of Mirissa
  • Take a Scenic Train Ride from Nuwara Eliya to Ella
  • Track leopard in the Yala National Park
  • Witness the Sixth Greatest Wildlife Spectacle in the World

Themes

Birding, Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Education / Learning, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing Retreats, Safari, Trekking & Expeditions, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Photography, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"We were really happy with all the arrangements that were made. Skyhaven Tours were planned out beautifully, and Lahiru, our tour planner, did a fantastic job with this itinerary. This was a relatively last-minute trip, and it all came together nicely. I would highly recommend this tour company."

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Sri Lanka Cultural Round Island
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5/5 Excellent
20 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dambulla, Ella, Kandy, Mirissa, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Explore the last royal kingdom of Kandy
  • Climb Sigiriya’s Lion Rock
  • Marvel at magnificent temples
  • Explore the ruined cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura

Themes

Birding, Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We were really happy with all the arrangements that were made. Skyhaven Tours were planned out beautifully, and Lahiru, our tour planner, did a fantastic job with this itinerary. This was a relatively last-minute trip, and it all came together nicely. I would highly recommend this tour company."

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Sri Lanka Adventure Escape
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5/5 Excellent
20 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Dambulla, Ella, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Mirissa, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Sigiriya, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • See the World Heritage Rock Fortress at Sigiriya
  • Climb Adam's Peak
  • Discover the fascinating Caves Temple at Dambulla
  • Experience the one of the most scenic train journeys in the world

Themes

Birding, Climbing & Mountaineering, Cultural, Education / Learning, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Relaxing Retreats, Safari, Trekking & Expeditions, Yoga, Meditation & Wellness, Photography, Scuba Diving, Festivals & Special Events

What travelers are saying

"We were really happy with all the arrangements that were made. Skyhaven Tours were planned out beautifully, and Lahiru, our tour planner, did a fantastic job with this itinerary. This was a relatively last-minute trip, and it all came together nicely. I would highly recommend this tour company."

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Nature Loving Forest Visits and Bird Watching
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5/5 Excellent
2 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Explore Colombo
  • Visit Wilpattu National Parks
  • Enjoy Kitugala white water rafting, Adventures
  • Visit Yala National Park

Themes

Birding, High Adventure, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"Pothigai has made a good hotel arrangement and Good cab service for the tours. We really enjoyed the tour and Guide is so flexible. Sri Lanka locations are beautiful especially madhu river boating, whale watching and dambulla cave temple etc., We appreciate pothigai guys for the excellent arrangement"

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Highlights

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Birding, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Nature & Wildlife

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5/5 Excellent
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Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
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Visits

Buenos Aires, Cusco, El Calafate, Iguazu Falls, Iguazu National Park, Lima, Machu Picchu, Rio de Janeiro, Torres del Paine National Park

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4.8/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Caribbean, Central America, Corcovado National Park, La Fortuna, Manuel Antonio National Park, Monteverde, Pacific Coast, Pacific Ocean, Tortuguero National Park

Highlights

  • Discover Costa Rica's diverse nature and wildlife, plus stay in a series of premium hotels
  • Explore the Monteverde cloudforest and the 'mini amazon' of Tortugero
  • Spend time on the Pacific Coast and visit Corcovado National Park on the Osa Peninsula

Themes

Birding, Cultural, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"The trip itinerary was well thought through with the right balance of challenging walks, rest time, cultural activities and time to socialise. Joao, our guide, was exceptional. He really took on board any feedback and made sure we had the best time. The scenery in Madeira surpassed my expectations. I would recommend this trip to anyone wanting an active weeks’ holiday."

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4.7/5 Excellent
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Highlights

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Themes

Birding, Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

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5/5 Excellent
14 reviews
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Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Arenal Volcano, Corcovado National Park, La Paz, Manuel Antonio National Park, Poas Volcano National Park, San José, Tortuguero National Park

Highlights

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North Brazil is such a beautiful area

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I didn’t even know pink dolphins existed

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Beautiful beaches, adventurous day trips

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Snorkeled in crystal clear water

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Every activity on the North Brazil trip amazed me

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  • Choose a tour that schedules more than one day at each birding site; this gives more chance to see elusive birds but also allows for second -- or third! -- sightings of particular birds, to cement their identity and behavior in your memory.
  • Learn the basics of birding etiquette; for example, if your tour guides use playback remember to remain absolutely silent throughout; take only a quick look through the communal scope before allowing others a turn.
  • Determine what level of birder you are, and choose a trip that fits your style (i.e. do you want to bird from 5am to 8pm without a break? Or do you prefer sleeping in a little longer, or stopping for local fare at lunchtime?).
  • Choose the size of group you'd like to travel with, as larger groups mean more eyes to help spot birds and more folks with whom to bond, but result in more chaos and less personalized attention from the tour leader.
  • Be aware of local customs. Is it polite to bring a small gift to village elders? Is it important to modestly cover ones arms or legs? Can you say "hello" and "thank you" in the local language?
  • Plan to wear (or carry in a small pack) multiple layers of clothing for varying weather, and learn about the ecosystems you'll be visiting (eg., what kinds of insect repellent may be useful?).
  • Don't wear bright colors or noisy clothing, such as nylon jackets or velcro. Make sure you can quietly access your camera without a lot of rustling.

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