Sigiriya: Nestled in the Cultural Triangle, Sigiriya offers sightings of White-Browed Fantails, Brown Fish Owls, and Sri Lanka Grey Hornbills amidst lush greenery.
Kandy (Udawattakele): This urban forest sanctuary near Kandy is ideal for spotting Yellow-Fronted Barbets, Layard’s Parakeets, and Crimson-Backed Flamebacks.
Sinharaja Rainforest: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sinharaja is famed for its mixed-species bird flocks and endemics like the Sri Lanka Blue Magpie and Red-Faced Malkoha.
Kitulgala: This rainforest region hosts species like the Serendib Scops Owl, Sri Lanka Spurfowl, and Malabar Trogon, making it a birder’s paradise.
Mannar: A seasonal hotspot for migratory species, Mannar’s wetlands attract flamingos, sandpipers, and gulls, offering a unique coastal birding experience.
Anawilundawa: A tranquil Ramsar wetland perfect for waterbirds such as Black-Headed Ibis, Spot-Billed Pelicans, and Painted Storks.
Nawadankulama: A peaceful wetland where Purple Herons, Lesser Whistling Ducks, and other aquatic species thrive.
