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The Kelani river flowing between forested hills at Kitulgala

Activity · Kitulgala

White-water rafting on the Kelani

A rafting trip of about two hours over a series of grade 2 to 3 rapids on the Kelani river, ending with a swim in calm water.

Best season
December to April. Rafting depends on water levels, which are released from the dams upstream.
Time to allow
2 hr 30 min (at least 2 hr)
Best time of day
Morning
Entry
LKR 5,000 to LKR 10,000 (estimate)
What to wear
Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
Good for
Some walking, older children and adults

Per person; prices vary by company and group size.

Photos

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

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