Birdwatching from Kumana National Park | Best Birding Tours

Birdwatching from Kumana National Park

Located along the southeastern coast of Sri Lanka, the Kumana National Park is home to large flocks of migratory birds who fly in during the cold winter as well as resident local birds, making it a much-visited place by bird-watching enthusiasts. The park is considered to be one of the most important nesting and breeding grounds in Sri Lanka, and over 255 birds have been recorded here. The Kumana National Park swamp area can be seen flooded with thousands of birds who migrate mainly during April to July, while rare species such as the Eurasian Spoonbill and the Black-necked Stork can also be spotted.

From hundreds of migratory bird species that nest here during the winter season to the many native birds that live here throughout the year, the large variety will leave your birdwatching instincts drooling.

Experience:

Your safari will take you through the swamplands and jungles of Kumana National Park. It will definitely allow you to see a large variety of bird life. From hundreds of migratory bird species that nest here during the winter season to the many native birds that live here throughout the year, the large variety will leave your birdwatching instincts drooling. In addition, there is also much other wildlife to see in the park. You will be traveling in a rough terrain (4WD) game vehicle. The safari takes serious consideration of your safety, and therefore, with regard to the wild elephants and other larger wildlife, while the vehicle may stop at intervals, it is strongly advised that you do not descend from your jeep for safety purposes (especially when coming upon lone elephants or large herds, which may get aggressive when disturbed). You are also asked to follow the advice of your safari guide at all. times during the safari.

Additional Note:

Comfortable clothing. Hardy hiking shoes appropriate for trudging in mud. A wide-brimmed hat or billed cap to keep off the sun.