Sri Lanka · Rafting

2-Day Sri Lanka Adventure Tour with Colombo and Kitulgala Rafting

2 Days Round trip from Katunayake Challenging pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience the vibrant Colombo city tour with visits to iconic sites.
02 Exciting white-water rafting on the scenic Kelani River.
03 Adrenaline-pumping canyoning adventure in Kitulgala.
04 See Colombo landmarks including Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face Green, and Pettah Local Market.

Unleash your adventurous spirit on this thrilling 2-day Sri Lanka getaway, combining a captivating Colombo city tour with white-water rafting and canyoning in Kitulgala. Visit iconic city landmarks before heading into Sri Lanka's lush adventure country for adrenaline-filled river experiences on the Kelani River. This short escape is ideal for travellers seeking both sightseeing and outdoor excitement in one memorable trip.

Experience white-water rafting on the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Challenging

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Colombo, Katunayake, Kitulgala

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Colombo and Transfer to Kitulgala

Arrival at Bandaranayake International Airport.
Meet and greet by the tour representative at the arrival lobby.
Experience the Colombo city tour, including Gangarama Temple, Old Parliament, Independence Arcade Square, Galle Face Green, Pettah Local Market, and Old Dutch Hospital Shopping Arcade.
Later, proceed to Kitulgala and check in to the hotel.
Experience white-water rafting and canyoning.

Dinner and overnight stay at Kitulgala (hotel category of your choice).

Day 02

White-Water Rafting on the Kelani River

Have breakfast at the hotel.
Experience white-water rafting on the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. This activity is suitable for anyone above the age of 10 years and includes safety gear, modern rafts, and a safety briefing.
Transfer to Colombo.

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Where this trip takes you

Gangaramaya Temple, Kelani River rapids, Kitulgala canyoning

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Katunayake 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Accommodation in standard rooms on a half-board basis at the hotels specified or of a similar standard
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle from airport pickup to drop-off in Colombo
Entrance fees and visits as per the itinerary
Colombo city tour
Kitulgala rafting, canyoning, and trekking
Service of a National Guide/Chauffeur Guide
All transfers on a private basis in a comfortable dual A/C minivan
Service of a professional English-speaking chauffeur guide (licensed with the Sri Lankan Tourism Board)
Hotels as mentioned above, with daily breakfast and dinner
Toll and parking fees
Government TAX/VAT (kindly note that this is subject to change if the government changes its tax policy)
500 ml bottled water per person per day
Gift souvenirs

What's Not Included

Visa fees
Christmas and New Year dinner supplement (payment directly to the hotel)
Entrance fees to sites not specified above
Cost of beverages throughout the tour
Expenses of a personal nature
Tips and porterage
Any other services not specified above
Optional excursions and additional services can be provided at an additional charge
Visits to wildlife parks will be at the client's own risk.
Available jeeps are very basic and come with basic insurance cover only (not comprehensive, as in the case of vehicles used for tours)

What to bring

Hat or cap to protect from the sun
Sunglasses
Photography equipment
Clothes for rafting and canyoning
Emergency medicine tablets such as paracetamol
Hand gloves
Pair of goggles
Pair of shorts
For trekking, you must wear long trousers, a long-sleeve T-shirt, and boots or covered shoes.

Know before you go

White-water rafting is allowed for children over 10 years.
The best time to enjoy white-water rafting at Kitulgala is between May and December. During periods of heavy rain, the river can become very volatile, and rafting becomes unsafe.
White-water rafting in the Kelani River does not require a high degree of rafting skills or swimming experience, even for people trying it for the first time. Families and small groups can enjoy a thrilling ride down the Kelani River because its rapids are graded as 2 and 3. Some of the rapids of the Kelani River have unique names such as Virgin's Breast, Killer Falls, Butter Crunch, and Head Chopper.
Always obey the instructor's advice. Your safety is our main concern. You must wear safety equipment.

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