What to do and see in Kitulgala, Sabaragamuwa Province: The Best Sightseeing Tours

April 8, 2022 Sheron Bogner

Kitulgala is a small town in the west of Sri Lanka. It is in the wet zone rain forest, which gets two monsoons each year, and is one of the wettest places in the country. Nevertheless, it comes alive in the first three months of the year, especially in February, the driest month. The Academy Award-winning The Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed on the Kelani River near Kitulgala, although nothing remains now except the concrete foundations for the bridge (and, supposedly, the submerged train cars that plunged into the river in the climactic scene). Kitulgala is also a base for white-water rafting, which starts a few kilometres upstream and also popular as a location for adventure based training programs.
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1. 7-Day Off The Beaten Nature and Wildlife tour

Beyond Escapes
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This 7-day private tour provides a memorable nature and wildlife experience with some adventure activities like whitewater rafting, trekking and bird-watching. You will explore 3 little mountain villages that provides enormous nature experiences with wonderful photogenic opportunities during this tour. If you want to do an off the beaten track tour and explore the countryside of Sri Lanka, this is an ideal tour for you

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Accommodation on Half Board Basis at all hotels, Transport is based on 01 Air-conditioned Vehicle, Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide for the entire tour, Mineral water during sightseeing tours & overland trips (500ml water bottle will be given per day per person), Whitewater rafting and Trekking charges, Cost of Van transfer to Horton Palins, All current taxes as on date, Breakfast, Dinner, Bottled water

Exclusions: Sri Lanka Visa, Lunch during the tour, Any International Airfare / Airport taxes, Gratuities

Reviewed By Rasikas77

this is to tell every one, the beyond escape family gives us a wonderful and memorable experience in camping , hiking, water sliding and many more activities. heartiest thanks from me and my colleges to mr dilshan for co-ordinate this wonderful experience and many many special thank to mr sumedha the naturalist and his partner (Mr Thranga) the men who gives us this wonderful adventurous experience. Hope we will find you all with another adventureble tour soon. Highly recommend for any one. "පට්ට" "එලකිරි"

2. Bird Watching and Cycling expedition in Kitulgala

Beyond Escapes

Kitulgala is one of the best places to experience the different aspect of nature. This full day tour in kithulgala covers bird watching & nature trekking tour at Makandawa forest reserve, lunch by the Keleni river & in the afternoon cycling tour to Belilena cave, where evidence of prehistoric human presence as was recorded.  

Inclusions: Transfers from Plantation Hotel to Starting point and back by TukTuk, Service of an English speaking local guide., Bottled water & snacks, Buffet lunch, Use of bicycles with helmets, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Snacks, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Rasikas77

this is to tell every one, the beyond escape family gives us a wonderful and memorable experience in camping , hiking, water sliding and many more activities. heartiest thanks from me and my colleges to mr dilshan for co-ordinate this wonderful experience and many many special thank to mr sumedha the naturalist and his partner (Mr Thranga) the men who gives us this wonderful adventurous experience. Hope we will find you all with another adventureble tour soon. Highly recommend for any one. "පට්ට" "එලකිරි"

3. Kithulgala Adventure Tour from Bentota (2 Days)

Lakpura LLC (Bentota)

(SKU: LK10011400) Kithulgala Adventures is a short, single night, 2-day tour that’s ideal for the adrenaline junkie. Set in Kithulgala, this excursion will give you the opportunity to take your thrill for adventure to new heights with a challenging whitewater rafting session and a cycling tour and hike into the Belilena caves before your departure back to your hotel in Bentota.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Accommodation at Borderland., Meal plan on Full Board basis., Transport in a Private Car, inclusive of all chauffer accommodation, cost of fuel, parking & highway tolls., Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide throughout the tour., 1-White Water Rafting, 1-Canyoning, 1-Flat Water Kayaking, 1-Cycling Tour to Belilena Cave., All prevailing taxes and service charges

Exclusions: Entry Visa Fees / submit your individual visa application., International / Domestic Airfare, Any expenses of personal nature., Tips & Portages., Cost of Beverages, Meals where not specified., Entrance fees where not specified., Hotel compulsory supplements on 24-December (X' mas Eve) and 31-December (New Year's Eve).

Reviewed By amit v

Booking through lakpura tours was a good decision for us, the company manages proper & well organised tours, with well trained staff, our driver was very polite, knowledgeable, informative and attentive at all times, I highly recommend to book with them

4. Kithulgala Adventure Tour from Hikkaduwa (2 Days)

Lakpura LLC (Hikkaduwa)

(SKU: LK10014200) Kithulgala Adventures is a short, single night, 2-day tour that’s ideal for the adrenaline junkie. Set in Kithulgala, this excursion will give you the opportunity to take your thrill for adventure to new heights with a challenging whitewater rafting session and a cycling tour and hike into the Belilena caves before your departure back to your hotel in Hikkaduwa.

Inclusions: Transport in a Private Vehicle, Fuel, Parking & Highway tolls., Service of English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide., All prevailing taxes and service charges., 2 x 500ml Water Bottles per Person per Day.

Exclusions: Hotel Accommodation and Meals., Entrance fees to the respective sites., Chauffeur Guide's Accommodation., Expenses of personal nature., Visa and Related Expenses., Tips & Portages.

Reviewed By Destination816887

Everything worked as promised: on time, nice people and a LOT of beautiful Elephants! We can absolutely recommend this tour.

5. 4-Day Nature and Adventure Tour in Sri Lanka

Beyond Escapes

Get away from the general sightseeing activities and take this off the beaten track tour to enjoy something unique. This tour covers three most beautiful locations that offer enormous nature and adventure experiences with wonderful photogenic opportunities. You will enjoy tea plucking experiences, nature trails, white water rafting with some unique dining options in wonderful overnight hotels and campsites during this short tour.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Hotel pickup and drop-off, 3 nights accommodation with all meals, Tea Plucking Experience with estate workers, Hiking and trekking experiences, One-hour High Tea Experience at Simson's Forest, Candle lit Dinner with Glass of Wine at Simson's Forest, Champaign Breakfast at Simson's Forest, Unlimited Cocktail, Mocktail, wine and beer at Simson's Forest (Selected brands) by the glass (11.00am to 10:00pm only), 15 minutes foot or head and shoulder message at the spa in Simson's Forest, White water Rafting in Kitulgala, Hiking in Makandawa Rainforest Reserve, Professional activity guide during all the adventure activities, BBQ dinner by the river or roof terrace at Belihuloya, Transfers to your next destination (selected cities only - , Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Kithulaga, Ella, Bandarawela, Yala, Udawalawe, Wadduwa, Kalutara), Bottled water, BBQ dinner in an outside location at Belihuloya

Exclusions: Expenses of personal nature, Gratuities

Reviewed By Rasikas77

this is to tell every one, the beyond escape family gives us a wonderful and memorable experience in camping , hiking, water sliding and many more activities. heartiest thanks from me and my colleges to mr dilshan for co-ordinate this wonderful experience and many many special thank to mr sumedha the naturalist and his partner (Mr Thranga) the men who gives us this wonderful adventurous experience. Hope we will find you all with another adventureble tour soon. Highly recommend for any one. "පට්ට" "එලකිරි"

6. White Water Rafting from Negombo

Lakpura LLC (Negombo)

(SKU: LK30050100) Experience white water rafting in the falls of Kithulgala jungle on this private, guided tour. Learn the proper safety measures and embark on an adrenaline-pumping adventure surrounded by gorgeous scenery on this half-day tour. This tour includes transport by an air-conditioned vehicle and hotel pickup and drop-off. Please be noted that the minimum age limit for this tour is 10 years for safety purposes.

Inclusions: Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle., Service of an English-speaking instructor., 1 Water Rafting session., Bottled water.

Exclusions: Food and beverages., Gratuities., Expenses of personal nature.

Reviewed By kniques

I really enjoyed this tour. The driver was on time, courteous and very patient. Not one time did I feel rushed. There were many stops along the way and we were given a change to try different foods. This tour is a great value for the moneu and I'm so grateful thst my tour was done with them!

7. White Water Rafting from Kandy

Lakpura LLC (Kandy)

(SKU: LK30020100) Experience white water rafting in the falls of Kithulgala jungle on this private, guided tour. Learn the proper safety measures and embark on an adrenaline-pumping adventure surrounded by the gorgeous scenery on this half-day tour. Please be noted that the minimum age limit for this tour is 10 years for safety purposes.

Inclusions: Hotel picks up and drops off, Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, Service of an English speaking chauffeur, 1-Water Rafting session, 1-Liter water bottle per person

Exclusions: Food and beveragers, Expenses of Personal Nature, Gratuities

Reviewed By armyshanaka

#Leather craft Sri Lanka #Kadugannawa Sri Lanka. On your way to Colombo you can see this unique place on to your left hand side. Reasonable rates. #Souvenirs gifts

8. White Water Rafting from Colombo

Lakpura

(SKU: LK30010100) Experience white water rafting in the falls of Kithulgala jungle on this private, guided tour. Learn the proper safety measures and embark on an adrenaline-pumping adventure surrounded by the gorgeous scenery on this half-day tour. Please be noted that the minimum age limit for this tour is 10 years for safety purposes.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle, 1-Water rafting session., 1-liter water bottle per person

Exclusions: Food and beverages, Expenses of personal nature, Gratuities, Entrance fees and other services not mentioned above

Reviewed By J1159RGisabelleg

The park offers everything that is needed for an exciting safari. Great landscapes, many animals, especially elephants! We were very close to the elephants and were very lucky to be able to watch a whole herd and also some baby elephants. Furthermore, I would like to emphasize our tour guide - not only did he inspire and excite us with his very good mood, he also saw many small animals with his trained eye and answered our questions thoroughly. The 3 hours passed by in no time and gave us many nice memories. Would totally recommend booking a trip with these guys :-)

9. Day tour at Kitulgala Rain Forest Village & White Water Rafting

Yala Safari Holidays - Private Game Drives

The tour will give a memorable experiance for Adventure Seekers who are interested in Hiking in a Rain Forest and doing white water rafting. Our well-experianced boatmen will take across the 60-meter wide river and you will feel how the people negotiated the river in times where there were no bridges. You will see the shawls of fish and the river bed, as the visibility through the clear waters of the river is very good. Experience various fauna and flora of the Rain forest of Kitulgala Forest Reserve and see beautiful sceneries of waterfalls and streams hidden inside the forest. Finally, The river and its surrounding will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable Experience during your White Water Rafting Tour in Kitulagala.

Inclusions: Air Condition Private Transportation from Colombo to Kitulgala and back , White Water Rafting at Kitulgala, Rain Forest Trek in Kitulgala Jungle, Snacks, Lunch

Exclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Restroom on board

Reviewed By Wander552586

We had such an exciting day. Picked up early by our driver and driven to the park in a jeep. We saw so many animals up close but seeing the leopard was an amazing experience as it walked right in front of our jeep!! Our driver collected a lovely Sri Lankan picnic for lunch which we ate beside a fabulous beach before heading black out on safari. Very well organised trip.

10. Night Walk - Makandawa Rain Forest

Plantation Hotel, No. 250 Kalukohuthenna A7, km marker 39, Kitulgula, Kitulgala, Sri Lanka Sri Lanka Day Tours

It is a fascinating activity for those who love bird watching. People often spot birds at an impressive frequency and at times, unbelievable proximities. An experienced naturalist accompanying you makes the Night Walk even more special and inspiring.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, English speaking guide

Exclusions: Private transportation

Reviewed By 86pradeep

we went today madolduwa small iland around with boat . That's superb experience ., boat travel and jungle work out its a super ...

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