Second only to Sinharaja Rainforest, the Kitulgala forest reserve is an ideal rainforest habitat to spot most of the lowland endemic species of birds.
Highlights:
- Low-land endemic bird species
- Mammals such as Purple-faced Leaf Monkey
- Reptiles such as Hump-nosed Lizards
Includes:
- Service of an experienced, English-speaking naturalist.
- Entrance tickets (Kitulgala Forest Reserve)
- Refreshments
- All Taxes & Service Charges
Excludes:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Any transportation up to the trail head at Kitulgala Forest Reserve
- Food and Beverages (where not specified)
- Gratuities (Optional).
- Expenses of personal nature.
What to Expect:
Second, to Sinharaja, the Kitulgala forest reserve would be the ideal rainforest habitat to spot most of the lowland endemic species of birds including the Green-bill Coucal, Chestnut-backed Owlet, Red-faced Mal koha, Sri Lanka Spot-winged Thrush, Grey Hornbill, Sri Lanka Spur fowl, Ceylon Jungle fowl and Yellow-fronted Barbet. The newly discovered Serendip Scoops Owl was also first heard in this forest. Plenty of insect repellent and anti-leech socks, if you have a pair, are useful to wear when entering the forest.
Mammal species found here include the Grizzled Indian Squirrel, Layard’s Striped Squirrel, and the Purple-faced Leaf Monkey. The streams hold endemic fish and many species of amphibians. The Earless Lizard, Kangaroo Lizard, and the Hump-nosed Lizard are among the reptile species and are frequently seen in the foliage along the Kelani River.
Itinerary:
- 6:30 AM - Arrival to the trail-head of Kitulgala Forest Reserve
- 6:30 AM - 6:45 AM - Meet and Greet, Brief description of the trail and forest reserve
- 6:45 AM - Starting the bird watching tour and trek
- 11:30 AM - Returning to trail-head
Additional Note:
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended for this tour.
- Rest-stops within every 1 KM
- Photography stops along the trail
