About Us

BirdTrails Sri Lanka

Introducing BirdTrails Sri Lanka, where passion meets expertise in crafting unique bird watching, wildlife and photography experiences. As a new tour organizing company, we are proud to offer the services of our expert guides who have years of experience in this field. We specialize in personalized adventures that blend discovery, nature and unforgettable moments. Join us on journeys designed to inspire and enrich, where every destination reveals its hidden treasures and local insights await.

Our Services

Tour Organizing

Discover Sri Lanka’s natural wonders with our meticulously planned tours, tailored to your interests and preferences. Whether you’re seeking bird watching excursions, wildlife safaris or cultural explorations, we design unforgettable journeys that highlight the best of Sri Lanka.

Expert Guiding Services

Embark on immersive wildlife experiences led by our team of expert guides. With extensive knowledge of Sri Lanka’s fauna and ecosystems, our guides ensure every outing is educational, safe and filled with opportunities to witness unique wildlife behaviors and habitats. Our guides are also exceptional bird spotters, enhancing your chances of observing and identifying a wide variety of bird species in their natural environment

Logistics and Support

Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive logistics and support services. From arranging comfortable accommodations and reliable transportation to providing travel advice and handling all trip logistics, we strive to make your journey seamless and hassle free.

Thilina Karunanayaka

Director

Thilina Karunanayaka has over 14+ years of experience exploring and capturing the untamed beauty of the wild. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of wildlife behavior, he has guided countless enthusiasts through some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes. Specializing in Wildlife Photography, Bird Spotting and Tour Organizing, Thilina Karunanayaka brings a wealth of knowledge and technical skill to each expedition. His work has been featured in notable publications. A true nature lover, Thilina Karunanayaka is dedicated to sharing the wonders of wildlife with others. He believes in the power of photography to inspire and educate and his passion is evident in every tour.

Our Values

We are dedicated to sustainable tourism, ensuring our activities respect and preserve Sri Lanka’s natural heritage. Our expert guides bring extensive knowledge and passion to every tour, prioritising exceptional experiences and customer satisfaction. We uphold integrity, transparency and ethical conduct in all our operations, striving to make each journey enriching and memorable.

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Samith Kanshadha

Web Master

Hello! I’m Samith, the webmaster of BirdTrails Sri Lanka. I graduated with a B.Sc. (Hons) in Electronics and IT from the University of Colombo and I have a deep passion for wildlife and the beauty of nature. In my role,

I handle the website, social media and IT related tasks to ensure we provide a seamless and informative experience for our visitors. I am thrilled to share Sri Lanka’s incredible biodiversity with you. Join us as we explore the vibrant birdlife and stunning landscapes of this beautiful island!

Testimonial

What Client Say About us

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Steve Atkinson

Traveller

Bird Trails Sri Lanka, is a recently established company, fronted by Thilina Karunanayaka, of 'Walk with Jith' wildlife safaris. Thilina is not only a very dedicated and experienced wildlife guide, but he is also an amazing photographer. (View a small example of his work on this page) If you are passionate about wildlife, and are planning a trip to Sri Lanka, look no further then here.

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Pui Ling Tan

Traveller

It was a great birding experience with Bird Trails Sri Lanka. Our Birdguide Thilina and Indunil have immense experience in birding and photography. We had 10 wonderful days in Sri Lanka. Accommodation and food were good. The birding sites that we visited enabled us to take many good photos of birds especially those that are endemic to Sri Lanka. Their experience and ability to located birds are beyond comprehension. Bravo!

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Angelina Rose

Traveller

I recently concluded a 12 day tour with Thilina and it was fantastic. The tour was tailor made (My priorities were endemic, select migrant and some key resident birds plus a few mammals). I left Sri Lanka having seen every endemic bird and a wide range of animals. Thilina knows the parks and knows how to find your targets. And if for any reason he cannot find something on your first pass, he will have a plan B and even a plan C. On top of all of that, we had plenty of fun. I would recommend him to anyone planning a bird or wildlife trip to Sri Lanka.

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Cindy Quek

Traveller

Excellent service, lots of cares, attentive to request where possible, greatest good treatment to all members that they have provided. This is my 2nd time with Thini and I still achieved more than 150 birds species, many thanks to them that they tried their very best to hunt for max birds where possible. Strongly recommended!

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Simon Bradfield

Traveller

Thili is one of the best bird guides I have met. He has fantastic knowledge of where to see all of Sri Lanka's key species. In a weeks tour we saw and photographed all the endemic birds and saw a great many more other species. Thili works really hard to make sure everyone sees the birds and is also great company. I recommend him to anyone visiting Sri Lanka with an interest in birds and wildlife.

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