Kitulgala is located on the A7 main road that runs from Colombo to NuwaraEliya via Avissawela and about 75 KM away from Colombo. Kithulagala is a small town located in the West of the Island. It gets two monsoons each year as it is located in the wet zone rain forest. The Name Kithulgala is derived from the Kitul palm tree which is popular in this territory and the Kitulgala sap used for production of jiggery and palm wine.
Kithulagala is one of the most famous places for White Water Rafting and a popular location for adventure based training programs for both locals and foreigners.
The movie: The Bridge on the River Kwai of David Lean: the Academy Award-winning was filmed on the Kelani River near Kitulgala in 1957. The movie location was at a calm stretch in the River Kelani between two rocky outcrops and still the remnants of the bridge constructed for the movie can be witnessed.
One of the best places to get the first-hand experience for beginners of Kayaking is the Kitulgala- across KelaniRiver.An exciting experience and learn the fundamental skills through level 1 & 2 play waves. Mountains and lush greenery in the jungle adds more glamour and beauty.It is consisted with number of splendid and breathtaking views and sceneries. Beginners with sufficient experience can join intermediate as well as advance level for intense Kayaking experience.
