Chanaka
Rathnayake
Fifteen years reading Sri Lanka's wild places — from Yala's leopard country to the cloud forest of Horton Plains. Licensed, local, and unhurried.
International Tours
Beyond Sri Lanka, I craft exceptional journeys to some of the world's most remarkable destinations — wildlife safaris in India and Kenya's legendary Masai Mara, the golden deserts of Dubai, and cultural adventures in China. Every international tour is tailor-made, expertly guided, and seamlessly arranged so you can focus entirely on the experience.
Birding & Nature Tours
Sri Lanka is a paradise for birdwatching and nature exploration — home to 33 endemic bird species, rare wildlife, and extraordinary landscapes. My specialist birding and nature tours are designed for wildlife photographers and passionate nature lovers, with encounters ranging from endemic birds to the elusive Sri Lankan loris.
The Pekoe Trail
300 kilometres of tea country, on foot.
Sri Lanka's first long-distance walking trail winds through the central highlands in 22 stages, tea estates, colonial-era hill towns, forest, and the high open vista of Horton Plains. I guide select stages for travellers who want the hill country on foot, not just from a car window.
Things to Do in Sri Lanka
Add any of these to your itinerary — river safaris, rafting, culture, and wildlife, all arranged for you.
Leopards and elephants in the dry zone, led by an experienced tracker.
Grade 2–3 rapids on the Kelani River, beginner-friendly with full safety gear.
Mangrove channels, a cinnamon island stop, and kingfishers along the way.
Traditional drumming, dance, and fire-walking on an evening in Kandy.
Blue whales, sperm whales, and spinner dolphins off Mirissa.
Four Ways to Travel With Me
From Sri Lanka's ancient temples to its wildest national parks, and journeys further afield — every trip is built around what you actually want to see.
Sri Lanka Heritage Tours
Ancient temples, cave monasteries, and centuries-old cities, guided with the same care as a safari.
International Travel Experiences
Wildlife and nature journeys further afield, planned with the same field-first approach.
Wildlife Safaris
Leopards, elephants, and sloth bears across Sri Lanka's best parks, with 15+ years of field experience.
Birding & Nature Tours
Endemic species, wetland birding, and rainforest trails for a slower, closer kind of trip.
The National Parks I Guide Across Sri Lanka
Birds and Wildlife of Sri Lanka
Discover Sri Lanka's remarkable biodiversity — endemic wildlife, resident species, and migratory birds that make the island one of Asia's premier wildlife destinations.
Sri Lanka's greatest festival
Esala Perahara 2026
Kandy, Sri Lanka · July 31 – August 9, 2026