Birdwatching Safari at Bundala National Park from Tissamaharama

Tissamaharama City

Tissamaharama, located in southeastern Sri Lanka, is renowned for its historical significance and natural beauty. The town is known for the ancient Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara Buddhist temple, dating back to the 2nd century BC, and serves as a gateway to the nearby Yala National Park, famous for its wildlife and safaris.

This safari takes you on a joyride through Bundala Bird Park - a haven for migratory water birds. You will be traveling through a Ramsar Wetland to see the colorful birdlife that wings their way to Sri Lanka for winter. Eager butterfly enthusiasts will find the safari a journey.

Highlights:

3-hour or 12 hour Wildlife Safari.
Opportunities for Birdwatching, and Butterfly watching.
Entrance ticket included.
Commentary and advice from knowledgeable safari guide.
Transport in 4WD Safari Jeep.

Includes:

Park entrance tickets are included when "Jeep With Tickets" selected.
4x4 Safari Jeep (Maximum of 6 Passengers per jeep).
Experienced Driver (Also your tracker).
Free Pickup/Drop off from/to your hotel in Tissamaharama.
Water Bottle Per Person.

Excludes:

Park entrance tickets are excluded when "Jeep Only" selected.
Food and Beverages.
Gratuities.

Experience:

You will be entering the Bundala Biosphere Reserve to feast your eyes on over a hundred common, rare and endangered migratory birds that make their temporary homes. Make sure to bring your cameras and binoculars because you will also get to see a number of colorful butterfly species, various mammals, amphibians and more. The rich ecosystem of the swampy marshes will open up a whole new world for you to see and learn about.

You will be traveling in a multi-terrain (4WD) game vehicle. The safari takes serious consideration of your safety and therefore, with regards to the wild elephants and other larger wildlife, and while the vehicle may stop at intervals, it is strongly advised that you do not descend from your jeep for safety purposes (especially when coming upon lone elephants or large herds, which may get aggressive when disturbed). You are also asked to follow the advice of your safari guide at all. times during the safari.

Notes:

Comfortable clothing appropriate for warm weather. Hardy shoes appropriate for trudging in mud when necessary. A wide-brimmed hat or billed cap to keep off the sun.