The white water rafting destination on the Kelani River – Grade 2 and 3 rapids through a jungle gorge that was used as the filming location for the Bridge on the River Kwai, in a setting of lowland tropical forest that is outstanding for endemic birdwatching alongside the river adventure. Flight Ceylon Tours includes Kitulgala in its special interest itineraries both for the rafting and for the birdwatching quality of the surrounding forest, which supports several endemic species that are difficult to find elsewhere in the island’s lowland zone.