Doettlinger Revisited: On the trail of the Black Shaheen

Decades ago, Herman Doettlinger walked these hills and cliffs to study one of the most striking raptors in Asia, the Black Shaheen, the resident race of the peregrine falcon. This trip retraces those footsteps.

Over eight days we move from the dry-zone forests of the cultural triangle into the misty high country around Ella and Wellawaya, the heart of Black Shaheen country. We travel in the company of some of the finest peregrine biologists working today, with a dedicated local guide alongside us throughout.

• Meet and assistance at the Colombo International Airport.
• Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle with English speaking guide
• All Fuel, Insurance and license fees of the vehicle
• Replacement of vehicle in case of breakdown or emergency
• Accommodation at the hotels mentioned in the itinerary on mentioned meal basis.
• Activities Included:
• Evening Bird Watching in Sigiriya (Paid experience )
• Morning Bird watching in the Sanctuary of Sigiriya (Paid experience )
• Climb Ella Rock to see Peregrine Falcon (Paid experience )
• Climb Ella Rock to see Peregrine Falcon (Paid experience )
• Walk in Wellawaya for Peregrine Falcon (Paid experience )

• International airfare
• Expenses of a personal nature (telephone calls, laundry, etc,.)
• Explore the surroundings of Sigiriya Rock Fortress (On your own )
• Visit Dambulla Cave Temple (On your own )
• Visit to Kandy Temple of Tooth relic of Lord Buddha (On your own )

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