Kingfishers of Sri Lanka
$1500
per person
Kingfishers are distributed worldwide except in the Polar Regions, high altitudes, and remote islands. They are concentrated in Southeast Asia, New Guinea and tropical Africa. There are 90 species of kingfishers in the world. They belong to the family Alcedinidae which is divided into three…
Kingfishers are distributed worldwide except in the Polar Regions, high altitudes, and remote islands. They are concentrated in Southeast Asia, New Guinea and tropical Africa. There are 90 species of kingfishers in the world. They belong to the family Alcedinidae which is divided into three subfamilies. In Sri Lanka, we have seven species of kingfishers. They are the Common Kingfisher – Alcedo atthis (resident species), Blue-eared Kingfisher – Alcedo meninting (resident species, but very difficult to see), Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher – Ceyx erithaca (resident and a very local species, moderately difficult), Stork-billed Kingfisher – Pelargopsis capensis (resident species), White-throated Kingfisher – Halcyon smyrnensis (resident species), Black-capped Kingfisher – Halcyon pileata (migrant species, arrives in very small numbers, moderately difficult) and Pied Kingfisher – Ceryle rudis (resident species).
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Day 1
Waikkal
Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport. You will be greeted by your chauffeur guide / national guide upon arrival. Thereafter you will be transferred to Waikkal (approximately 40 minutes’ drive). If time permits, glide along the waterways to explore the unique ecosystem around the mangroves. Discover the numerous indigenous aquatic and terrestrial plants and enjoy a green wonderland of breathtaking beauty.
Dinner & overnight stay in Waikkal.
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Day 2
Wilpattu
Boat ride in the early morning with a packed breakfast and proceed to Wilpattu (approximately 03 hours’ drive) via Anaivilundawa Bird Sanctuary and Navadankulama Wetland. Have your lunch at a local restaurant en-route. Species to look out for:
- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis - possible
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Black-capped Kingfisher Halcyon pileata - difficult
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis – possible
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Day 3
Wilpattu
Full day in Wilpattu National Park with a packed breakfast and lunch. Species to look out for:
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- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Blue-eared Kingfisher Alcedo meninting - very difficult
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Black-capped Kingfisher Halcyon pileata – difficult
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis – possible
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Day 4
Habarana
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Habarana (approximately 02 ½ hours’ drive). Have your lunch at the hotel in Habarana. Species to look out for:
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- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis - possible
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Day 5
Habarana
After breakfast at the hotel, explore Habarana and Sigiriya Sanctuary. Have your lunch at the hotel. Species to look out for:
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- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Blue-eared Kingfisher Alcedo meninting - very difficult
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis - possible
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Day 6
Kandy
Day 06 KANDY After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Kandy (approximately 03 hours’ drive). Have your lunch at a local restaurant en-route.
Species to look out for:
- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis - possible
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Day 7
Kitulgala
After an early breakfast at the hotel, Visit Udawattekele Sanctuary in the morning. Thereafter proceed to Kitulgala (approximately 02 ½ hours’ drive). Have your lunch en-route at a local restaurant. Species to look out for:
- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis – possible
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Day 8
Udawalawa
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Udawalawe (approximately 04 hours’ drive). Have your lunch at the hotel in Udawalawe. In the afternoon, proceed on a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park. Species to look out for:- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Blue-eared Kingfisher Alcedo meninting - very difficult
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Black-capped Kingfisher Halcyon pileata – difficult
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis – possible
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Day 9
Kataragama
Proceed on an early morning jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park and afterwards, proceed to Kataragama (approximately 01 ½ hours’ drive). Have your lunch en-route at a local restaurant. Explore Kataragama/Tissamaharama wetlands in the afternoon. Species to look out for:- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Blue-eared Kingfisher Alcedo meninting - very difficult
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Black-capped Kingfisher Halcyon pileata – difficult
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis - possible
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Day 10
Kataragama
With a packed breakfast and lunch, proceed on a full-day jeep safari in Lunugamvehera National Park. Species to look out for:- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Blue-eared Kingfisher Alcedo meninting - very difficult
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Black-capped Kingfisher Halcyon pileata – difficult
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis – possible
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Day 11
Mirissa
After breakfast at the hotel, leave for Mirissa (approximately 02 hours’ drive). Explore the Kirala Kele Sanctuary in the afternoon. Have your lunch at the hotel in Mirissa. Species to look out for:- Common Kingfisher Alcedo atthis – possible
- Blue-eared Kingfisher Alcedo meninting - very difficult
- Oriental Dwarf Kingfisher Ceyx erithaca - possible
- Stork-billed Kingfisher Pelargopsis capensis - possible
- White-throated Kingfisher Halcyon smyrnensis - possible
- Black-capped Kingfisher Halcyon pileata – difficult
- Pied Kingfisher Ceryle rudis – possible
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Day 12
Departure
After breakfast, leave for Bandaranaike International Airport (approximately 02 ½ hours’ drive) for your departure flight. You can reflect upon the numerous memories you would have no doubt acquired throughout this exciting tour.TOUR LOCATION
