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The Kelani river flowing between forested hills at Kitulgala

Sight · Kitulgala

Belilena cave

A large rock shelter where archaeologists found tools and remains of the prehistoric Balangoda people, reached by a short forest path above the village.

Best season
December to April. Rafting depends on water levels, which are released from the dams upstream.
Time to allow
1 hr (at least 45 min)
Best time of day
Afternoon
Entry
Fee charged (to confirm)
What to wear
Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
Good for
Some walking, families

A small fee may be charged; confirm on the day.

Around Kitulgala

A raft running the rapids of the Kelani river near Kitulgala
A raft running the rapids of the Kelani river near Kitulgala
People wading across the Kelani river at Kitulgala
People wading across the Kelani river at Kitulgala
Mist over the forest along the Kelani river
Mist over the forest along the Kelani river

We have no photo of Belilena cave itself yet. These show the area.

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