Kitulgala is a small town in the west of Sri Lanka. It’s many people attraction place in Srilanka. Also The Kelani River is near at Kitulgala.

Climates of Kitulgala

If the weather is mentioned, Kitulgala has high temperatures all year round ranging between 30°C (86°F) and 31°C (87°F). When is rainy season in Kitulgala? The wet season / rainy season takes place in the following months: April, May, September, October, November and December.

Best way to Kitulgala

If you are planning a vacation in Kitulgala you want to reach Kitulgala from Colombo, the best way is by bus and train. Then you will be able to experience the beauty of the surroundings. Or you can use private vehicles.

Kitulgala has many tourism places and beautiful places to visit. The beauty of kitulgala is so amazing that The Academy Award-winning The Bridge on the River Kwai was filmed on the Kelani River near Kitulgala. Kitulgala is also a base for white-water rafting, which starts a few kilometers upstream and also popular as a location for adventure based training programs. If you come for the vacation there are many hotels, forests and so many places in Kitulgala and so many things to do for your enjoying.

Kitulgala To Colombo

During this Kitulgala to Colombo we can see many historical places, Airport, Beach and many more beautiful places

Top Attractons in Kitulgala

• • • Belilena Cave.
    • Makandawa Forest Reserve.
    • Nalagana ella falls.
    • Kelani Bridge.

Outdoor Activities in Kitulgala

 White Water Rafting

Kitulgala Sri Lanka’s River Kelani is perfect white-water rafting territory for both beginners and experienced rafters, and lies within easy striking distance of Kitulgala. With this private trip, take full advantage of the proximity of Kelani’s rapids and jungle setting to experience the thrill of rafting, all without any organization on your part—all the required equipment, instructions, guiding, lunch, and return transport are supplied for your convenience.

Canyoning & Rappelling Tours

An exciting multi-sport adventure that is gaining popularity for the masses. We have combined Ziplining, Waterfall Rappelling, and Hiking along with optional Swimming and Cliff Jumping as high as 25 feet. Canyoning is no longer just for die hard adventurers and expert climbers anymore. At Jaco Canyoning you have the opportunity to experience true Canyoning even if you have never been in a harness.

Kitulgala camping also wonderful experience.

Adventure day trips in Kitulgala

• • • Go on a unique rainforest experience at Kitulgala, located West of Sri Lanka, and trek into its gorgeous forests.

• • • Kitulgala is the place where the famous 'Bridge on the River Kwai' film was shot, for its natural beauty.

• • • Enjoy thrilling adventures such as trekking, white water rafting, hiking, rock sliding and confidence jumping.

• • • Spot rare species of brids in the rainforest and learn about some of the region's unique flora.

Loris Watching in Kitulgala

Lorises are nocturnal and arboreal.They are found in tropical and woodland forests of India, Sri Lanka, and parts of southeast Asia. Loris locomotion is a slow and cautious climbing form of quadrupedal-ism. Some lorises are almost entirely insectivorous, while others also include fruits, gums, leaves, and slugs in their diet.

Bird Watching in Kitulgala

Many birders stay at Kitulgala. This area has most of the rainforest bird species that are found at the World Biosphere Reserve at Sinharaja, although in lower numbers. However, the secondary forest and cultivation at Kitulgala is more open than the pristine woodlands of Sinharaja, and elusive endemic species like Sri Lanka spur fowl, green-billed coucal and spot-winged thrush may be easier to see.