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Sri Lanka - Wildlife & Culture

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Sri Lanka - Wildlife & Culture 2025

01 Dec 2025 - 11 Dec 2025 (11 days)

USD4,450 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Rockjumper Tour Leader TBC

Pricing notes : *Prices are estimated and dates may change*

Tour price (Per person): USD4,450 * GBP3,446 * EUR4,125 * AUD7,103

Single Supplement: USD740 * GBP573 * EUR686 * AUD1,181

Embark on an 11-day wildlife and nature adventure through Sri Lanka, beginning with an overnight stay in Veyangoda and a journey to the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Explore the diverse wildlife in Polonnaruwa and Minneraya National Park, including Asian Elephants and endemic primates. Discover the cultural and natural wonders of Kandy, Horton Plains, and Hakgala Botanic Gardens, where you'll encounter unique bird species and stunning landscapes. Enjoy safaris in Udawalawa and Yala National Parks, home to leopards, sloth bears, and an array of other wildlife. Conclude your adventure with a thrilling whale-watching excursion off the coast of Mirissa before returning to Veyangoda for your departure. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and exceptional wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka.

Top Birds

Sri Lanka Junglefowl, Sri Lanka Spurfowl, Sri Lanka Wood Pigeon, Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush, Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Crimson-backed Flameback, Sri Lanka Hanging Parrot, Layard’s Parakeet, Yellow-eared Bulbul, Dull-blue Flycatcher, Sri Lanka Scaly Thrush, Sri Lanka White-eye

Top Mammals

Leopard, Asian Elephant, Sloth Bear, Blue and Bryde’s Whale, Spinner and Bottle-nosed Dolphin, Jungle Cat, Grey Slender Loris, Rusty-spotted and Fishing Cat, Golden Palm, Small Indian and Asian Palm Civet, Eurasian Otter, Ruddy, Indian Grey, Brown and Stripe-necked Mongoose, White-spotted Chevrotain, Indian Porcupine, Tufted Grey Langur, Toque Macaque, Purple-faced Langur, Golden Jackal, Indian Giant Flying Squirrel, Indian Flying Fox, Indian Muntjac, Layard’s Palm Squirrel, Dusky-striped Squirrel

Habitats Covered

Kandy - Temple of the Tooth, Sigiriya, Horton Plains National Park, Yala National Park, Udawalawa National Park, Mirissa, Polonnaruwa, Minneraya National Park

Expected Climate

In December, the tour covers locations in Sri Lanka with a tropical climate, featuring warm temperatures ranging from 22-30°C (72-86°F), with occasional rainfall, particularly in Kandy, Horton Plains, and Yala National Park, while the coastal areas like Mirissa enjoy warm, sunny weather ideal for outdoor activities and wildlife viewing.

Max Group Size

8 and 1 Rockjumper Leader

Photographic Opportunities

Expect abundant photo opportunities at Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Yala and Udawalawa National Parks, the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, and the landscapes of Horton Plains and Minneraya National Park.

What our clients say about us

Daniel Danckwerts
BW, Sri Lanka 2019

Another amazing trip with Rockjumper. The quality of not only the Rockjumper guides but the local guides as well was first class. Travelling with Rockjumper means you basically don’t have to worry about anything other than getting the birds in the binoculars, the guides take care of the rest which results in a really relaxing and enjoyable bird watching trip.

André Bernon
JC, Sri Lanka 2023

Rockjumper tour is very well planned, on a good schedule with 2 nights almost everywhere, and local people helping. Andre Bernon was a wonderful and excellent tour leader, listening to us and our needs, very knowledgeable about the birds and their habitat. We would go back with him anytime! He was also of great help for Anne and supported her physically when necessary. As she was the smallest in the group, he always made sure that she could see the birds. Andre was helped perfectly by the very friendly local guide, as well as the driver and his assistant. They all made this first birding tour a wonderful experience and we would not hesitate to choose Rockjumper for another birding tour elsewhere.

Daniel Danckwerts
JH, Sri Lanka 2019

This was a really successful tour, IMO. We got all the targets with time to spare and weren't totally spent by the end of it. Well done. All of the guides - David & Daniel were top notch. I'd bird with any of them again in a heartbeat.

Harriet Faithfull
LD, Sri Lanka 2018

This was my last hard core birding tour, and I did it so that I could have David Hoddinott as my guide again. He is so very superb and I got quite teary giving him a hug goodbye! I also enjoyed Holly Faithfull a great deal. And our entire group was most delightful.

Stephan Lorenz
SA & PA, Sri Lanka 2018

So much went right on this trip that it is difficult to summarise all of our positive thoughts. One highlight: some of our group had the Sri Lanka Field Guide to birds, while others including ourselves were not able to get it prior to the trip. While en route, we expressed interest in getting this book; soon after the bus pulled over, the guide, Stephan Lorenz, exited to talk to someone, and returned with brand new copies of the field guide for all who needed it. We were flabbergasted! I call that service above and beyond. Everything else worked out very well, from the excellent guiding to the food and accommodations. Thanks again for a great trip experience.

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