Complete guide
Kitulgala,
a luxury guide.
Sri Lanka's adventure capital — rainforest, rapids and birds.
Kitulgala is a small rainforest town in the foothills of the central highlands, on the banks of the Kelani River — Sri Lanka's main white-water rafting venue, and the location of David Lean's Bridge on the River Kwai. It is the natural stop between Colombo and Tea Country.
Best time: December to April. Duration: 2 nights.
See our full Kitulgala destination page for hotels, experiences and a sample itinerary.