Travels Vinmin | A Paradise for Bird Lovers

Tour Overview

Locations Covered: Kitulgala - Udawalawa - Bundala - Yala - Tissamaharama - Aththidiya - Colombo

* Sri Lanka is a remarkable destination for bird-watchers, offering diverse habitats ranging from lush rainforests and misty mountains to wetlands, lagoons, forests, and coastal ecosystems. Kitulgala, Udawalawe National Park, Bundala National Park, Yala National Park, and Aththidiya Wetland are among the island’s rewarding bird-watching destinations. Visitors can spot colourful endemic species such as Sri Lanka Junglefowl, Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill, and Sri Lanka Wood Pigeon, alongside egrets, herons, kingfishers, bee-eaters, eagles, owls, and migratory birds. Early mornings provide the best opportunities to observe birds in their natural habitats, making bird-watching a peaceful and memorable experience for nature enthusiasts.
* As soon as you enter Sri Lanka from the Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be greeted by a representative of our ‘VINMIN’ team, who will be your chauffeur cum guide for the tour.

Detailed Tour Itinerary

Day 1: - Colombo - Kitulgala
• Arrival at the BIA Airport and transfer to the hotel in Kitulgala.
• Check in to the hotel in Kitulgala and relax.
• Evening bird-watching journey at the Village.
• Return to the hotel and Overnight Stay.

Day 2: – Kitulgala
• Early morning bird-watching trail.
• Breakfast at the campsite.
• Evening bird-watching trail in the village.
• Return to the hotel and Overnight Stay.

Day 3: – Kitulgala- Udawalawe
• Check out of the Hotel and Transfer to Udawalawe.
• Check in to the hotel at Udawalawe and relax.
• Safari in Udawalawe National Park in the evening.
• Return to the hotel and Overnight Stay.

Day 4: Udawalawe - Bundala
• Safari in Udawalawe National Park in the morning.
• Check out of the Hotel and Transfer to Bundala.
• Check in to the hotel at Yala and relax.
• Safari in Bundala National Park in the evening
• Return to the hotel and Overnight Stay.

Day 5: – Yala
• Full-day safari at Yala National Park.
• Return to the hotel and Overnight Stay.

Day 6: –Yala - Tissamaharama - Colombo
• Bird-watching trail in Tissamaharama forest and the tank.
• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Check out of the Hotel.
• Transfer to Colombo.
• Check in to the hotel in Colombo.
• Overnight stay in the Hotel.

Day 7: –
• Early morning bird-watching trail in Aththidiya wetland (Depending on your flight time)
• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Check out of the Hotel.
• Transfer to BIA Airport.
• Departure.

Package Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

Tailor-Made Itinerary Design
Airport Pickups & Transfers
Private Air-Conditioned Luxury Vehicle
English-speaking Expert Tour Driver/Chauffeur
3/4 Star Hotel Accommodations with Breakfast and Dinner
24/7 On-Call Support

What's Not Included

Airfare
Lunch and Beverages
Personal Expenses
All other expenses which are not included in the itinerary

Tailor-Made Tour Customization

If you are interested, please ask for the detailed itinerary of this tour.

This tour is thoughtfully designed to focus primarily on the beautiful destinations of Sri Lanka, complemented by visits to some of the island’s most significant historical, environmental, and cultural attractions. We hope this itinerary provides you with an enjoyable and memorable travel experience. Should you wish to modify the itinerary or include any additional destinations or experiences, please feel free to contact us. Our VINMIN team will be delighted to create a personalized, tailor-made itinerary that perfectly matches your interests, preferences, and travel requirements.