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About Us - Birds in Sri Lanka

About Alluring Lanka

We are passionate about sharing the beauty and diversity of Sri Lankan birds with birdwatchers from around the world, while promoting conservation and sustainable tourism.

Our Story

Discover the journey that brought us here

Founded by Ashoka Jayarathne, an experienced naturalist with over 14 years of professional experience in Sri Lanka's wildlife and eco-tourism sector, Alluring Lanka began as a passion-driven initiative to share the island's incredible biodiversity with the world.

What started as field-guided nature experiences has grown into a trusted platform for nature-based travel, combining strong field expertise with in-depth knowledge of natural history to deliver high-quality, responsible eco-tourism experiences.

Our journey has been driven by a deep commitment to conservation, scientific research, and the belief that responsible tourism can help protect Sri Lanka's natural heritage while supporting local communities.

Today, we continue to work with professionalism and sustainability at our core, promoting Sri Lanka's rich natural heritage to both local and international audiences through expertly guided tours and conservation initiatives.

Birdwatching in Sri Lanka

Meet Our Team

Experienced guides dedicated to sharing Sri Lanka's birdlife

Ashoka Jayarathne

Ashoka Jayarathne

Founder & Naturalist

I am an experienced Naturalist and Tour Executive with over 14 years of professional experience in Sri Lanka's wildlife and eco-tourism sector. My work combines strong field expertise with in-depth knowledge of natural history, allowing me to design and deliver high-quality, responsible nature-based travel experiences. I have also served as a Field Scientist on university-led scientific research projects under the guidance of Prof. S. W. Kotagama and Dr. Eben Goodale. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences at the Open University of Sri Lanka.

Wildlife & Eco-Tourism Field Research Conservation
Hemal Nishantha

Hemal Nishantha

Naturalist & Wildlife Photography

Hemal is a dedicated young naturalist and field professional with over 15 months of hands-on experience in ecological and forestry research in Sri Lanka. Since January 2024, he has contributed to the 6th Census of the Sinharaja Forest Dynamics Plot, a long-term scientific initiative with international collaboration. Hemal combines strong plant identification abilities with proficient birdwatching skills and a genuine passion for conservation, demonstrated through his participation in field research and wildlife photography.

Field Research Wildlife Photography Plant Identification