Ride the white waters of the Kelani River as it stumbles through a rocky gorge in Kitulgala, and take on the rapids from the Killer Falls to the Head Chopper!
With grade 2 to 3+ rapids, the 5-kilometer stretch of the Kelani River has made a perfect location for white water rafting in Sri Lanka, suitable for both amateurs and professionals. Whether you are young or young at heart, our professionally trained guides will ensure you have a safe and fun day on the river!
We will raft through the location of the Academy Award-winning movie “Bridge over the River Kwai,” filmed in 1956, which is also a perfect place to jump in for a refreshing swim. On a clear day, you may even dive in to see the remains of the actual bridge and carriages used for the film.
Read MoreRiver guides have given unique names to the rapids in the stretch, such as Butter Crunch, Killer Falls, Head Chopper, and Virgin’s Breast, and we will hear the backstories about them from our guide.
Why should you book this trip?
- Operated by professional river guides who ensure your safety with detailed attention.
- Suitable for both amateurs and experts, as it doesn’t require swimming capabilities.
- Rafting through the boulders and rocks creates grade 2 to 3+ rapids.
- Kithulgala is the only location in Sri Lanka where white water rafting is available.
- Rafting through the location of the Academy Award-winning movie “Bridge over the River Kwai” filmed in 1956.
- Possibility to combine white water rafting with other activities such as canyoning, waterfall abseiling (rappelling down), rainforest walks, a visit to a prehistoric man’s cave, or a rubber plantation.
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