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Group paddling an inflatable raft through a rapid on the Kelani River in Kitulgala

Things to Do in Kitulgala: Rafting, Canyoning, Abseiling, Bird Watching and Trekking

Kitulgala, between Colombo and Kandy, is Sri Lanka’s adventure town. The Kelani River runs through it, and The Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed in this area. Here are the five best things to do, with links to plan each one. Activities start from LKR 5,000 per person, with no minimum group size. 1.

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Guests in life jackets and helmets holding paddles before white water rafting in Kitulgala

Rafting with Kids in Kitulgala: Minimum Age 10, What to Expect and Safety Tips

Rafting with Kids in Kitulgala: Children aged 10 and over can go rafting with us, as long as they come with a guardian. The 5km trip is the best fit for families: it is beginner friendly, and you finish with a big splash and a lot of laughs. Activities start from LKR 5,000 per person.

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Harness, helmet and safety ropes laid out for a waterfall abseiling trip in Kitulgala

What to Wear and Bring for Rafting in Kitulgala (Plus Canyoning, Abseiling and Trekking)

Wear quick-dry clothes and secure shoes such as water shoes or sports sandals, bring a towel and a full change of clothes, and leave your valuables behind. For rafting, we provide the life jackets, helmets and paddles. Packing guide by activity Activity Wear Bring Rafting Quick-dry t-shirt and shorts or swimwear, water shoes or sports

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Guests celebrate after finishing their white water rafting trip on the Kelani River.

Group Rafting in Kitulgala: Office Trips, School Outings and University Batches

Group Rafting in Kitulgala: Planning an outing for your office, school, university batch or friends? We run group adventures in Kitulgala with rafting, canyoning, waterfall abseiling and rainforest trekking. There is no minimum group size, and the price depends on the activities and what your group needs. Message us and we will send you a

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Rainforest Trekking in Makandawa, Kitulgala: Jungle Trails, Endemic Birds and Hidden Waterfalls

Makandawa Rainforest near Kitulgala is a green world of tall trees, streams and trails, with hidden waterfalls and some of Sri Lanka’s most wanted birds. With a local guide you can reach spots most visitors never see. Guided treks start from LKR 5,000 per person, there is no minimum group size, and basic fitness is

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Waterfall Abseiling in Kitulgala: Rope Down Sadun Ella Near Belilena Cave

Waterfall abseiling means lowering yourself down a waterfall on a rope while the water rushes around you. In Kitulgala we do it at Sadun Ella, a hidden waterfall near Belilena Cave, surrounded by forest and natural pools. You do not need any experience, trained guides brief you first, and activities start from LKR 5,000 per

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