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Sri Lanka - Endemic Birds & Big Game

© Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush by David Erterius
Sri Lanka - Endemic Birds & Big Game (Small Group) 2026

17 Jan 2026 - 27 Jan 2026 (11 days)

USD4,695 - No Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Quinton Paul Josop

Tour price (Per person): USD4,695 * GBP3,667 * EUR4,145 * AUD7,311

Single Supplement: USD670 * GBP523 * EUR592 * AUD1,043

Sri Lanka - Endemic Birds & Big Game 2026

15 Oct 2026 - 25 Oct 2026 (11 days)

USD3,795 - 2 Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Amanda Guercio

Tour price (Per person): USD3,795 * GBP2,964 * EUR3,350 * AUD5,909

Single Supplement: USD670 * GBP523 * EUR592 * AUD1,043

Sri Lanka - Endemic Birds & Big Game (Small Group) 2027

21 Mar 2027 - 31 Mar 2027 (11 days)

USD4,995 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Robert Williams

Tour price (Per person): USD4,995 * GBP3,901 * EUR4,410 * AUD7,778

Single Supplement: USD820 * GBP640 * EUR724 * AUD1,277

Sri Lanka - Endemic Birds & Big Game 2027

14 Nov 2027 - 24 Nov 2027 (11 days)

USD3,995 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Erik Forsyth

Tour price (Per person): USD3,995 * GBP3,120 * EUR3,527 * AUD6,221

Single Supplement: USD820 * GBP640 * EUR724 * AUD1,277

Sri Lanka - Endemic Birds & Big Game (Small Group) 2028

29 Feb 2028 - 10 Mar 2028 (11 days)

USD5,200 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: Julian Parsons

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

Tour price (Per person): USD5,200 * GBP4,061 * EUR4,591 * AUD8,097

Sri Lanka - Endemic Birds & Big Game 2028

12 Nov 2028 - 22 Nov 2028 (11 days)

USD4,200 - Spaces Available

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Tour Leader: André Bernon

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Tour Leader: Amanda Guercio

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

Tour price (Per person): USD4,200 * GBP3,280 * EUR3,708 * AUD6,540

Our Sri Lanka birding and wildlife tour takes us to without doubt one of the world's most pleasurable birdwatching and game viewing destinations. This friendly island nation boasts verdant scenery, characterised by terraced tea plantations and forest patches, and is blessed with many surprisingly large national parks brimming with game and birds. These attractions, coupled with a fascinating history and vibrant culture, make this a truly exotic destination and a pleasure to explore. From the central highlands to the rich lowland rainforests, Sri Lanka is one of only a handful of magical destinations where it is possible to see every single country endemic in a well-planned trip such as this, making this extension a ‘must’ for the keen birder!

Top Birds

Sri Lanka Spurfowl, Sri Lanka Junglefowl, Sri Lanka Wood & Sri Lanka Green Pigeons, Green-billed Coucal, Red-faced Malkoha, Serendib Scops Owl, Chestnut-backed Owlet, Sri Lanka Grey Hornbill, Yellow-fronted & Crimson-fronted Barbets, Red-backed & Crimson-backed Flamebacks, Layard's Parakeet, Sri Lanka Hanging Parrot, Sri Lanka Woodshrike, Sri Lanka Drongo, Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Black-capped & Yellow-eared Bulbuls, Sri Lanka Swallow, Sri Lanka Bush Warbler, Sri Lanka Scimitar, Brown-capped & Orange-billed Babblers, Ashy-headed Laughingthrush, Sri Lanka White-eye, Sri Lanka Hill Myna, White-faced Starling, Spot-winged, Sri Lanka Whistling & Sri Lanka Thrushes and Dull-blue Flycatcher.

Top Mammals

Leopard, Sloth Bear, Purple-faced Langur, Water Buffalo, Asian Elephant, Stripe-necked Mongoose

Habitats Covered

lowland dipterocarp forest, teak woodlands, montane forest, lakes, wetlands, mudflats, saltpans

Expected Climate

warm in lowlands, cool in highlands, chance of rain in forest areas

Max Group Size

8 with 1 Rockjumper leader / 12 with 2 Rockjumper leaders

Tour Pace & Walking

undemanding

Accommodation

basic to very comfortable lodges and hotels

Ease of Birding

mostly unchallenging with very few skulky species

Number of Species Expected

+-230

Other Attractions

Yala National Park, Sinharaja Rainforest, tea plantations

Photographic Opportunities

good

What our clients say about us

Glen Valentine
MW, Sri Lanka

I am so glad that this tour was able to run amidst another Covid wave. The tour exceeded my expectations. Glen is an outstanding guide with a superb ability to find birds and show them to the participants. He is enthusiastic and personable, and we look forward to traveling with him again. The local guide was determined to find all the elusive owls possible. His perseverance is greatly appreciated. I also want to acknowledge the first-rate tour bus and crew that drove us safely over the winding roads of Sri Lanka. Finally, we very much enjoyed the food and the nice beer (thanks to Glen!).

Daniel Danckwerts
AK, Sri Lanka 2019

My trip to Sri Lanka was a wonderful experience, and exceeded my expectations. The in-country logistics were smoothly handled and the accommodation and transport were very comfortable. David & Daniel handled the guiding expertly and with great passion and enthusiasm. They were very knowledgeable on the birds and other wildlife of Sri Lanka, and were always willing to share their knowledge with the group.

Stuart Elsom
TM - Sri Lanka 2023

This was a fantastic tour and I attribute its success to the guides, Greg de Klerk and Stu Elsom. They are professional and skilled, both at finding birds and handling people, and I learned a lot from them. We saw all of the endemic bird species and had some great views of game, including a jungle cat. At the beginning of the tour, I thought that a group size of 12 was going to be too many, but I had better experiences seeing birds than I have on tours with half as many participants.

Glen Valentine
PR - Sri Lanka 2024

By now you should know I am a total fan of Rockjumper, after more than 10 trips with you ! Impeccable organization, outwordly guides, birdiest spots, incredibly talented leaders (thanks, Glen), I can’t ask for more and look forward to my next trip with you!

Stephan Lorenz
KH, Sri Lanka 2018

Stephan Lorenz did a great job of bird-finding and then managing to get everyone a chance to see the birds. Stephan provided lots of helpful tips about what to look and listen for and the general natural history of birds, kept us well-informed of the daily plans, and is personable and fun to be with. I'd love to be on another of his tours.

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