Birds around Sigiriya
The mix of forest, open scrub, paddy fields and ancient reservoirs around Sigiriya attracts a wide variety of birds. Sri Lanka has more than thirty species found nowhere else, and migrant birds arrive from the north in the cooler months.
What you might see
- Kingfishers, including the bright white-throated kingfisher
- Bee-eaters hawking for insects from bare branches
- Peafowl, hornbills and parakeets
- Herons, egrets, storks and cormorants on the water
- Birds of prey such as serpent eagles
Your walk
The best activity is in the first hours after sunrise.
- Wear neutral colours and comfortable shoes.
- Bring binoculars and a camera with a zoom if you have them.
- Walk quietly. You’ll see and hear far more.
Prices, timings and inclusions vary by season and operator — ask our front desk for current details and to book.
