Birdwatching in Chundikulam National Park
Summary
Chundikkulam Lagoon and its surrounding area was designated as a bird sanctuary on 25 February 1938 under the Fauna and Flora Protection Ordinance.
Chundikkulam Lagoon is partly surrounded by mangrove swamps and sea grass beds. The surrounding area includes palmyra palm plantations, scrub forests and a variety of dry zone flora.
Numerous varieties of water and wader birds are found in the park including bar-tailed godwit, black-tailed godwit, black-winged stilt, brown-headed gull, common sandpiper, curlew sandpiper, eurasian coot, eurasian curlew, eurasian spoonbill, eurasian teal, eurasian wigeon, garganey, greater flamingo, gull-billed tern, marsh sandpiper, northern pintail, oriental ibis, painted stork, ruff, shoveler, terek sandpiper and wood sandpiper.
Tour info
Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?
(SKU: LK75200200)Chundikkulam Lagoon and its surrounding area was designated as a bird sanctuary on 25 February 1938 under the Fauna and Flora Protection Ordinance.Chundikkulam Lagoon is partly surrounded by mangrove swamps and sea grass beds. The surrounding area includes palmyra palm plantations, scrub forests and a variety of dry zone flora.
What’s included?
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Commentary and advice from knowledgeable safari guide. -
Highly recommended for Bird Watching. -
Gratuities.
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Food and Drink.
Things to know
Before you book
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Duration: 3h
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Mobile tickets accepted
Covid Policy
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
Cancellation Policy
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
About operator:
Lakpura Travels (Pvt) Ltd is a Sri Lankan tour operator. We have been delivering curated travel experiences for over 10 years with rave Reviews & Testimonials from hundreds of tourists. Founded in 2008, Lakpura LLC has been in operation ever since and has been accredited by the Tourism Development Authority of Sri Lanka
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