Birdwatching Forest Trek in Kitulgala from Colombo

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9 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This amazing one day rain forest hike takes you to see the beautiful rain forest of Kitulgala and explore its rich eco-diversity. Walk through the dense undergrowth along the wide banks of Kelani, that runs through the forest, to see many types of birds and animals. Enjoy the sight of the roaring white waterfalls of Kitulgala. Get a possible chance to view the location where the historical filming of the Academy Award winning movie The Bridge on the River Kwai took place in 1957. A delicious lunch Sri Lankan lunch is included.

What's Included

Commentary and advice from expert naturalist guide
Nature hike
Entrance ticket included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Dugout Outrigger Canoe ride across river
Highly recommended for Bird Watching
Food and Drink
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).

What to expect

You will be picked up from your hotel in Colombo, early in the morning, at 5 am. Your chauffeur will take you on a two and a half hour drive to get to Kitulgala. There you will meet up with your naturalist guide who will take you to a little wharf on the Kelani riverbank alongside the Kitulgala Resthouse. Thereafter, your guide will take you on hidden trails that will let you see the best sights.

Chinthaka, who will be your naturalist, will help you identify some of the endemic birds and nocturnal birds (that will still be about due to the early timing) through his extensive birding knowledge, along with showing you the other forest mammals, butterflies, wildlife and rare herbs and plants in the forest. So make sure to have your binoculars and cameras at hand.
You will be having lunch by taking the canoe back to the Rest house. If you have time, your guide will take you to see the now somewhat overgrown filming location of The Bridge on the River Kwai.
you will be leaving Kitulgala around 4:30 pm. Your naturalist guide will drive you back to Colombo and drop you off back at your hotel by 6:00 pm, completing your tour.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Lakpura LLC

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Bird Watching
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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