Slogan: Kitulgala, a small town nestled in the Sabaragamuwa province of Sri Lanka, is a mere three-hour drive from Colombo, the capital city.
Summary: Kitulgala, a small town nestled in the Sabaragamuwa province of Sri Lanka, is a mere three-hour drive from Colombo, the capital city.
Description: <p>Kitulgala, a small town nestled in the Sabaragamuwa province of Sri Lanka, is a mere three-hour drive from Colombo, the capital city. Located just two hours from Kandy and three hours from Nuwara Eliya, Kitulgala is also a convenient base for those heading to the trailhead of Adam’s Peak, which is only a two-hour drive away. This charming town has earned its reputation as the premier destination for white water rafting in Sri Lanka.<br>Bordered by the lush Makandawa Rain Forest to the south, which extends all the way to Adam’s Peak’s Peak Wilderness Sanctuary, Kitulgala is a critical biodiversity hotspot. </p> <p>The Kelani River flows gracefully through Kitulgala, flanked by verdant rainforests, making the area a haven for nature lovers. With its dense rainforests, cascading waterfalls, sparkling streams, and quaint villages, Kitulgala is the perfect destination for a variety of thrilling adventures such as Kitulgala White Water Rafting, Kitulgala Rain Forest Exploration, Waterfall Abseiling Kitulgala, Canyoning Kitulgala, Bird Watching Kitulgala or a well-earned retreat in a tropical rainforest. The town's cinematic fame was cemented when the Academy Award-winning film "The Bridge on the River Kwai" was shot on the Kelani River near Kitulgala in 1956-1957. This classic war film is still considered one of the greatest ever made.</p>
Price: 120.00
Start Date: 2024-12-15
End Date: 2025-12-31