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Birdwatching from Kitulgala

Birdwatching from Kitulgala

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(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
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