Every July, our calendars are marked with one of the biggest events in the birding world — the Global Birdfair in Rutland, UK. But 2024 was extra special. Not just for us at Adventure Birding (Pvt) Ltd, but for all of Sri Lanka. This year, for the very first time, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau officially took part — a huge milestone for our island’s nature and wildlife tourism scene!

For us, Global Birdfair has always been more than just a trade show. It’s a place where passion, purpose, and people come together. And this year was no different — except it felt even more exciting. Being surrounded by familiar faces, meeting new ones, and reconnecting with our wonderful agents and partners from around the world was energizing. We had meaningful conversations, shared stories from the field, talked shop, and brainstormed fresh ideas for the seasons ahead.

What makes our visits to Birdfair unique is that we go as a family — literally and figuratively. We bring our loved ones along because birding is a part of our lives, not just our business. Our kids— they’ve grown up spotting endemics in the rainforest and listening to the soft call of the Serendib Scops Owl. At Birdfair, they get to be a part of the journey, learning from others, and sharing what makes birding in Sri Lanka so magical.

And having Sri Lanka Tourism there this year gave us a proud sense of unity. Their presence shone a spotlight on the beauty of our island — the dense jungles, misty mountains, and of course, the vibrant birdlife that we’re lucky to call home. Their efforts in showcasing immersive birding and wildlife experiences gave global travelers a deeper look at what we’ve always known — Sri Lanka is a treasure trove for nature lovers.

We were humbled by the interest, support, and new opportunities that came our way during the fair. There’s something powerful about sharing our stories with others who speak the same language of feathers, forests, and flight paths. And coming back from the fair, we feel even more inspired to do what we do best: create meaningful birding journeys and continue building a global community around conservation and curiosity.

Thank you, Global Birdfair 2024, for the memories, the connections, and for helping put Sri Lanka on the birding map in a whole new way. We’ll be back — with more stories to tell, more people to meet, and always… more birds to discover.

From all of us at Adventure Birding (Pvt) Ltd


Passionate birders. Proud Sri Lankans. Forever explorers.