Bundala & Kumana Wetlands Birding Safari
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Bundala & Kumana Wetlands Birding Safari
Flamingos, Painted Storks & Migratory Waders
Tour Overview
Journey through the lagoons and salt pans of Bundala and the wetlands of Kumana to witness spectacular congregations of flamingos, painted storks, spoonbills, and hundreds of migratory waders. These two Ramsar-designated wetlands form the most important waterbird habitat in Sri Lanka. Between November and April, thousands of migrants arrive from Siberia, Central Asia, and Europe to join resident waterbirds in a spectacular avian gathering. Your specialist guide will help you clock up over 150 species in just 4 days.
Duration
4 Days
Group Size
2-10 people
Destinations
2 Cities
Difficulty
Easy (Flat terrain, boat sections)
Tour Highlights
Flamingo flocks numbering in the hundreds at Bundala lagoons
Painted Storks, Spoonbills, and Spot-billed Pelicans
Over 150 species in 4 days including rare Siberian migrants
Boat-based birding in Kumana for close-up waterbird encounters
Spot saltwater crocodiles, river otters, and occasionally elephants
Detailed Itinerary
Bundala Afternoon Drive
First park drive through the lagoon system; flamingos, pelicans, and egret colonies
What's Included
- Specialist Birding Guide (Ornithologist)
- All national park entrance fees for Bundala and Kumana
- Safari jeep for all park drives
- Boat for Kumana waterway sections
- All accommodation (3 nights)
- All meals
What's Not Included
- Flights and transport to Hambantota
- Personal travel insurance
- Binoculars and spotting scope (available to hire)
What to Bring
Important Information
- !Best season for migrants: November to April
- !Flamingos are resident year-round but peak from November to March
- !Kumana can be temporarily closed — we'll check access before the tour
- !The roads in Kumana can be rough; a sturdy jeep is always used
Departure Point
Hambantota or Tissamaharama
Time: Flexible
Return Point
Flexible
Time: Flexible
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before tour start. No refund for cancellations within 48 hours.
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