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Kitulgala White-Water Rafting

Kitulgala on the Kelani River is Sri Lanka's best-known rafting spot, with rainforest scenery and beginner-friendly rapids. The area is also known as a filming location for the classic film The Bridge on the River Kwai.

Where
Kandy, Sri Lanka
Time needed
2–3 hours
Best time to go
Dec–Apr
💡 Tip: Wear quick-dry clothes and carry a change; rafting can be suspended after heavy rain.

About Kandy

Kandy is Sri Lanka's last royal capital, set around a lake in the green central hills. It is the island's cultural heart, home to the revered Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, and a handy base for Sigiriya, Dambulla and the tea country.

More to see in Kandy

City tourKandy City & Cultural TourFull day
LandmarkSigiriya Rock Fortress3–4 hours
TempleDambulla Cave Temple1–2 hours
CruiseMadu River Safari1–2 hours
NatureTurtle Hatchery30–60 minutes
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