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.
Age rules
- Rafting: 10 years and over, with a guardian.
- Canyoning: 05 years and over.
- Waterfall Abseiling: 10 years and over, with a guardian.
- Rain Forest Trekking: 05 years and over.
Children under 10 cannot join rafting. Message us your children’s ages and we will tell you what is possible.
Why 5km is the family choice
The 5km trip has five rapids at Grade 2 to 3, calm stretches for floating and swimming, and takes about 1.5 hours from arrival to showers. No experience is needed. Read the full 5km rafting guide.
Safety for children
Every guest wears a life jacket and helmet, a guide is in the raft, and there is a safety briefing before you start. Our guides are SLTDA registered and first-aid trained, and trips are covered by insurance. Read our full rafting safety guide. Tell your guide at the briefing if your child is nervous in water.
How to get your child ready
- Explain what will happen: paddling, bumpy rapids and lots of splashing.
- Tell them to listen to the guide and follow the paddle commands.
- Bring a towel and a full change of clothes for everyone. See what to wear.
- Use waterproof sunscreen.
- Give them a light breakfast and a toilet stop before the trip.
A family-friendly day
After rafting you can add a trek in the rainforest if the whole family enjoys walking [CONFIRM AGE FOR TREKKING]. Combo packages work out from LKR 3,000 per activity.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum age for rafting in Kitulgala? 10 years, with a guardian.
Does a parent need to come? Yes, children must be accompanied by a guardian.
Is it safe for children? We use life jackets, helmets, trained guides and a safety briefing. Like any adventure sport it is not risk free.
How long does the trip take? About 1.5 hours from arrival to showers on our standard timetable.
How much does it cost? Activities start from LKR 5,000 per person. [CONFIRM CHILD PRICING OR REMOVE.]
Plan your family rafting
Message us on WhatsApp [Click Here] with your date and everyone’s ages.