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Bundala Wetlands Birding Special

Bundala Wetlands Birding Special - practical travel guide with honest advice.

Explore Bundala National Park's diverse wetland habitats on this comprehensive birding tour. The park hosts over 200 bird species including large flocks of greater flamingos, painted storks, and numerous migratory waterfowl. This UNESCO Biosphere Reserve offers some of Sri Lanka's best wetland birding with expert guides using spotting scopes for detailed observations. Best for serious birders and photographers. This is a easy activity lasting 6 hours. See all bird watching tours in Yala.

From$55per person
6 hours·max 8·easy

Best for serious birders and photographers

What to Expect

7:00
7:00am

Meet at park entrance and equipment briefing

Introduction to spotting scope and field guide orientation.

7:30
7:30am

Enter park and visit main lagoon area

Scan for flamingos, pelicans and other large waterbirds.

9:00
9:00am

Explore coastal scrubland habitats

Target bee-eaters, kingfishers and endemic species.

11:00
11:00am

Visit brackish water ponds

Search for wading birds and rare vagrant species.

12:00
12:00pm

Lunch break at designated picnic area

Continue birding while eating packed lunch.

1:30
1:30pm

Return journey with final bird log review

Complete species checklist and identification confirmations.

Highlights

Over 150 wetland bird species including greater flamingos

Booking Info

Operated byFeathers & Field Guides
Cancellation
Free cancellation 24 hours before start time
Accessibility
Minimal walking required, suitable for most fitness levels, not wheelchair accessible
Best time to go
November to March during migratory season, early morning for peak bird activity

Nearby Attractions

Worth visiting while you are in the area

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