The town of Kitulgala is where this tour will take you for a day filled with extreme adventure. Kitulgala is a small, yet beautiful town located in a wet zone rain forest, approximately two hours away from Colombo. This town is one of the wettest zones in the country not only because it has the Kelani River running through it but also because it experiences two monsoons every year. These monsoons trigger the water flow in the river and make it an ideal location for adventurous sports such as white water rafting. Also, the green surroundings and wet atmosphere make it an ideal location for a bird habitat; hence bird watching is a common activity in Kitulgala. In addition to that, an interesting episode in the history of Kitulagala is the filming of the movie “Bridge on the River Kwai” in 1957. Remains of the concrete foundation of the bridge are still visible today.
When Should I Travel
Since Kitulgala is an extreme wet zone, any time of the year is ideal for water sports and cave exploration. Departure from Colombo should be by 7.30 a.m.To Whom
This tour is ideal for those who love adventurous activities such as white water rafting and exploring jungle cave.Make the use of our Tailor Made Tours service. Customize This Tour
Things To Do
And places to visit
Tips
And Advices
Do not Miss
- Sri Lankan white waters
- A picture of the beautiful Kelani River
- Adventure activities
Do's
- Be prepared for leech and other insect bites.
- Be fit for some serious rafting moves and jungle exploration techniques.
- Expect spicy food during your authentic Sri Lankan meal.
Don'ts
- Don’t forget a first aid kit.
- Don’t be surprised if your boat tumbles over.
- Your life jacket will save you.
- Don’t carry too many valuables on this day tour.