Birdwatching from Kitulgala

(SKU: LK75100100) Second only to Sinharaja Rainforest, the Kitulgala forest reserve is an ideal rainforest habitat to spot most of the lowland endemic species of birds.

Highlights:

• Low-land endemic bird species
• Mammals such as Purple-faced Leaf Monkey
• Reptiles such as Hump-nosed Lizards

Includes:

• Service of an experienced, English-speaking naturalist.
• Entrance tickets (Kitulgala Forest Reserve)
• Refreshments
• All Taxes & Service Charges

Excludes:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• Any transportation up to the trail head at Kitulgala Forest Reserve
• Food and Beverages (where not specified)
• Gratuities (Optional).
• Expenses of personal nature.

What to Expect:

Second, to Sinharaja, the Kitulgala forest reserve would be the ideal rainforest habitat to spot most of the lowland endemic species of birds including the Green-bill Coucal, Chestnut-backed Owlet, Red-faced Mal koha, Sri Lanka Spot-winged Thrush, Grey Hornbill, Sri Lanka Spur fowl, Ceylon Jungle fowl and Yellow-fronted Barbet. The newly discovered Serendip Scoops Owl was also first heard in this forest. Plenty of insect repellent and anti-leech socks, if you have a pair, are useful to wear when entering the forest.

Mammal species found here include the Grizzled Indian Squirrel, Layard’s Striped Squirrel, and the Purple-faced Leaf Monkey. The streams hold endemic fish and many species of amphibians. The Earless Lizard, Kangaroo Lizard, and the Hump-nosed Lizard are among the reptile species and are frequently seen in the foliage along the Kelani River.

Itinerary:

• 6:30 AM - Arrival to the trail-head of Kitulgala Forest Reserve
• 6:30 AM - 6:45 AM - Meet and Greet, Brief description of the trail and forest reserve
• 6:45 AM - Starting the bird watching tour and trek
• 11:30 AM - Returning to trail-head

Additional Note:

• Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour.
• Rest-stops within every 1 KM
• Photography stops along the trail