Unforgettable White Water Rafting Tour in Kitulgala
Our local for this tour
Charith - Fun Nature Loving Adventure Tourism Pro
Experience details
Destination
Colombo
Category
Sports & leisure
Duration
1.3 hours
Mode of transport
Boat
Available languages
English • Sinhala
What's included
Private guide • Equipment
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Kithulgala was the prime location of David Leaon’s Academy Award-winning film The Bridge on the River Kwai .It was filmed on the Kelani River , although nothing remains now except the concrete foundations for the bridge. Kitulgala is also a very famous for white-water rafting. Many of People are Visiting to Kithulgala for their weekends & Holidays, It is a 2 1/2 Hours Drive from Colombo. People are enjoying with the beautiful sceneries & Natural Pools on the Kalani River .It is a Safe Place to swim in the Dry Season.
White Water Rafting
Are you an Adventurer? Do you have strength to play with White water? Then this is the most fitting Adventure activity for you. If you are an amateur, it will be a catchy experience in your life time. It doesn’t Matter your swimming capability or pre experiences. Just your Confidence will be the element.
White water rafting is become as a famous extreme adventure activity in mid of 70s. This is done by using an Infalavarable raft to navigate the fast flowing white water. Sri lanka’s main location for the White water rafting is Kithulgala . Kithulgala is chosen as the prime location in David Lean’s awarded film “The Bridge on River Kwai” in 1957.Kelani River is flowing through Kithulgala’s Rock section by making Major Rapids.
Your itinerary
Meeting point
KitulgalaArrival
Meet & Greet at Kitulgala Junction and proceed to Kumbuk Sevena Adventure Camp & LodgeWelcome !!
Fresh fruit mocktail will be served at the welcomeWhite Water Rafting Tour
Proceed to start point of Rafting tour and safety briefing . Actual Stretch of White water rafting in Kelani River is about 5km’s. It will take 1 ½ to 2 hours with the Grade 2 & 3 Rapids. You will pass the 3 Major Rapids were named as Butter Crunch, Killer Falls & Kwai Wall.Departure
On conclusion return to campsite and get ready for departure . End of the great day of adventure & thrills!!!
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Charith
Fun Nature Loving Adventure Tourism Pro
Charith5.08 reviewsI speakEnglish • Sinhala
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be aware of the cultural norms/expectations if entering religious buildings
Included
- Private guide
- Equipment
Not included
- Any additional foods , beverages , snacks , alcholic drinks
- Transportation to Kitulgala ( Can be arrnged on request for an additional cost )
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
It was great!
"Het raften, de canyoning en het abseilen waren stuk voor stuk geweldig! Boven verwachting ! Erg aardige leuke behulpzame gidsen. Ze maken ook fotos en een filmpje die je kunt kopen..aanrader!"
- 5.0
Unforgettable White Water Rafting Tour in Kitulgala
"Let me start saying by “WOW”. It was the best experience I had in my life. I met Charith at Colombo and we have started our journey to Kithulgala which was 2 hours trip towards to the country side. G...
- 5.0
Bonne organisation.
"Nous n'avons malheureusement pas vu Charith en personne, car il y a des difficultés de déplacement dans le pays a cause de défaut d'approvisionnement en carburants, et que Charith étais bloquer a Col...
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
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During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our local for this tour
Charith - Fun Nature Loving Adventure Tourism Pro
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