Bentota Tours

White Water Rafting

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About

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 kilometers upstream leave from hotel Rafting at Kitulgala Lunch taken from Kitulgala (Food not including to Package) Return to hotel , sightseeing Rubber Plantations, Paddy fields and typical Sri Lankan village

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Ages 8-99

Duration: 8h

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Mobile ticket

Live guide: Arabic, German, Japanese, English

Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water
Entry/Admission - Bentota Beach

What's not included

Breakfast
Lunch

Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.

Pickup details

we pick up form bentota / aluthgama/ beruwala/kosgoda/ ahungalla/ kalutara hotels

Hotel pickup offered

During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.

End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available

If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 59195P34

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 59195P34

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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 kilometers upstream

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Day Tour Sri Lanka
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Bentota, Sri Lanka
momandsonstraveler
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A must do when in Bentota!!! You will not regret it.
Chef Kumudu is a gentle, kind woman who listen carefully to suit your needs. I came with my son who has Down syndrome and he loves cooking. She took us in a private class though she had other group in quee. Chef Kumudu attentively teach him everything from scratch, grating coconut with her special machine and even show him how to eat with hands Sri Lankan ways!!! We really appreciate everything there. The cooking class, the open kitchen by the river(it's like a lagoon), the final results of what we cook together from rice to shrimp curry, vegetable curry, dahl, coconut roti, sambol etc the ambience you name it. One unforgettable experience for us. Thank you thank you!
Written February 6, 2024
BackPacker787969
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Cooking experience
Sensational cooking school experience. We really enjoyed the lovely hospitality and 10/10 food. Would recommend.
Written December 28, 2023
Jennifer B
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River cruise
Day trip on river at Bentota. We had a lovely 2 hours. We arranged own transport there and had booked tickets on line. Our guide was brilliant. He went above and beyond, ensuring we got our photos and very knowledgeable on the river and its animals.
Written December 19, 2023
bexiwilliams
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Bentota river boat ride
The only reason a 4 star was given was because after our hotel is listed on the scroll down menu as a pick up location however after booking I was emailed saying that I would have to make my own way there. The tour was great, our guide was very knowledgeable, he spotted and told us lots of information about the wildlife we saw. We saw small crocodiles, water monitors, monkeys, bats and a variety of birds. We did not see any large crocodiles however I think that was because we only wanted to spend 1.5 hours on the river and our guide said they were on the other side but we wanted to leave, regardless we had a lovely time and saw several small crocodiles and held one too. The river is beautiful and the boat ride was so relaxing, I would definitely recommend going.
Written August 25, 2023
J4373ZKjackt
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Best cooking lesson
Beautiful place, really in depth lesson with the most amazing tasting food. The family was lovely and welcoming, really nice few hours :)
Written August 3, 2023
Allan120387
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Trip of a lifetime
Our tour guide Tharaka was an expert from start to finish he knew all about the history from the Dutch to the British and more, he took us from Colombo to Candy a two and a half our journey from 9am and we got back at 8pm we saw elephants in the wild , mommies above us on the telephone cables that cross the road , cows walking up the side of the main road , fruit bats , eagles and so much more
Written June 1, 2023
P2232RMallanm
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Fishing on bentota river
Great day out on Benton’s river I could not have asked for two better guides, we seen monkeys crocodiles, water lizards, fruit bats, eagles. The guy really knew how to handle the boat to manoeuvre into places and spot wild life that we would not have noticed. We also took in a bit of fishing where we caught travelie, cat fish and a pufferfish all going to make a fantastic trip thanks to the captain and his top class guide
Written May 23, 2023
153eing
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Perfect
Fantastic Experience in a great Atmosphere. Familiar and authentic, we learned many things about Sri Lankan cuisine and ate like friends. Thanks for the great experience.
Written March 18, 2023
Companion10389300370
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Fishingtrip
We did a 3 hours fishing Trip and it was great. Catched 3 Ladyfish and had a lot of bites. The Staff was well organized and very helpfull. They know what they are doing.
Written February 18, 2023
AndreaB7631
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Excellent cooking experience
We had a great cooking experience. We cooked a number of dishes, everything was explained slowly and clearly and we were able to be involved in the processes. Most of the spices are grown in their garden which was great too. Once all the food was prepared we sat down and enjoyed our meal in a stunning setting overlooking the lake. Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended experience.
Written January 31, 2023
Radu-Marian-Petrescu
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Highly recommended!
I will start with the beginning, we were accommodated in Negombo (1h45min from Bentota river). The driver was very punctual, very good conditions in the car. The Safari was extremely nice, we saw water monitors, crocodiles, monkeys in the trees along the river, all kind of birds, bats, etc. Very good and well prepared guide (unfortunately, I don't know his name). Then, a short visit to a Buddhist temple and a very, very nice visit to a turtle hatchery.
Written January 4, 2022
mcj0e
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8 day tour - Yala Safari - Mirissa Whales - Hikkaduwa Turtles
Gayan collected us from the airport and drove us to Yala National Park. We did a 1 day safari where we saw many animals including a Leopard and a bear. We will treasure this experience forever. On day 3 he then took us to Mirissa beach where we did a whale watching and had some of the best seafood dinners. Day 5 he drove us to Hikkaduwa where we swam with the turtles and in the evening had the best traditional Sri Lankan curry. Gayan is an amazing guide and speaks perfect English. He arranged everything for us and charged us a very low rate. This is my 3rd time in Sri Lanka and I will definitely be coming back and will only use Gayan. Highly recommend him for any tour you wish to go on.
Written March 4, 2020
georgl496
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Amazing Currys with the lovely Veronica
Veronica thought us how to cook some amazing basic currys as well as Sambol and some other stuff! Communicating with her went easy and we had fun all the time - especially noticing that the kitchen is tailor-maid for her size.
Written January 12, 2020
Cerise R
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Expert knowledge, reliable, great communication
What a great morning of fishing the Bentota river! We had an expert local guide, and immediately started catching fish. Beautiful scenery on the river - saw baby crocodile, fruit bats, birds and monitor lizard swimming. Relaxed, easy and enjoyable activity. Had fast, trust-worthy and great communication to book the tour. Great with kids! Thanks for a fantastic time.
Written January 7, 2020
Neilos_247
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Amazing tours of Sri Lanka
Gayan and Chanaka are the most nicest and humblest guys you will meet. We arranged tours to Bentota, Mirissa Beach and a spectacular train ride to Nuwara Eliya, all arranged perfectly. On route to these tours, Chanaka made some great recommendations and suggestions. These guys will always go above and beyond and have great knowledge. Sri Lanka is a beautiful country and I would highly recommend you get in touch with Gayan and Chanaka to see it's beauty.
Written January 5, 2020

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