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Meet the people behind your journey

CHA NATURE TRAVELS

Meet the people behind your journey

A shared interest in wildlife, supported by field experience and careful local organisation.

Good guiding brings a place into focus. Our team combines hands-on wildlife experience with the practical planning needed to make your journey run smoothly.

The guide assigned to your trip will be confirmed in your individual arrangements. Specialist local guides and field teams support itineraries in each destination.

Charuka Abhayawickrama

Founder & Tour Manager

Charuka Abhayawickrama

Charuka founded CHA Nature Travels to share his passion for birding, wildlife and photography. Born in Sri Lanka and based in Australia, he has travelled extensively in search of target species and developed a network of specialist local guides. He brings the perspective of an active birder and photographer to planning purposeful wildlife journeys.

Chinthaka De Silva

Sri Lanka Naturalist & Tour Leader

Chinthaka De Silva

Chinthaka is an experienced Sri Lankan naturalist whose interests span birds, mammals, butterflies, dragonflies and marine wildlife. His knowledge of bird calls and field behaviour supports focused birding and safari experiences. His experience also includes cetacean and bat research and leading specialist wildlife groups.

Pandula Wijemanna

General Manager

Pandula Wijemanna

Pandula coordinates the practical side of CHA Nature Travels. His background in management and accounting supports careful organisation, clear communication and the planning needed for a well-run wildlife journey. He combines those skills with a strong personal interest in nature.

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