About

Ceylon Nature Hostel Kitulgala is a Eco friendly hostel near the riverbeds of the renowned “Kelani river”. In the vicinity of the hostel, the river is flowing down, creating an amazing scene throughout the day.

For about three minutes on your way to the hostel starting from the main entrance you can enjoy a special walking path that includes two small bridges and lovely walkways in the river bend.
While making your way to the hostel through this magnificent trail, you can sense the distinction and uniqueness of this location.

All the eco-rooms and tent rooms are situated in the river bed, giving a soothing sound and a view of the river throughout the day Which provides you with the ideal environment for yoga and meditation, away from the bustle of the city, leaving you feeling at ease and composed.
Accommodation at wooden made eco room and tent room in scenic/ forest Kelani River edge have river faced balcony and attached bathroom with hot water facility.

You can observe many native birds, fish, plants, and other critters in this lovely environment while enjoying a delicious breakfast.

Observing many of the country's endemic bird species, such as the Sri Lanka Orange-Billed Babbler, Chestnut-Backed Owlet, Blue Magpie, Green Billed Coucal, and Malabar Trogon, as well as reptiles like the green pit viper and earless lizard, as well as a variety of butterflies, is considered to be one of a nature lover's main interests when visiting Kithulgala.

The following activities can be done with 100% safety in this hostel area.
1. Rafting - Experience white water rafting in the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids & 4 minor rapids.

2. Canyoning - Trekking, Sliding down modern inclined 07 meter water with safety gear, in to the rock pool.

3. Confidence jumping - A confidence jump to beautiful natural rock pool, Swimming in the cool and clean waters of the rain forest.

4. Zip lining - Adventurous River crossing with the safety of body harness (600m length
& 30m height)

5. Water abseiling - A 100 ft controlled abseil down Sandun Ella Waterfall, to enjoy an awesome view of the panoramic mountains in Kithulgala.

6.Outdoor Camping - Fresh air scented with the beauty of the woods, evenings around camp fires, and a night sky full of stars, waking up to the sunshine reflecting from waterfalls with crystal waters or river banks in the green woods. They arrange one or more overnight stays in standard camping tent-houses, away from busy home life, at a location in Kitulgala which is totally different by weather and atmosphere, from any other place in the country, but also in a very small distance from Colombo, the main city of Sri Lanka. Entertained by anyone who likes the outdoor camping session active and adventurous or others who likes it lazy and restful, or maybe romantic. We provide 14 locations different from each other ; for example, rainforest camping, waterfall camping, island camping, River bank camping not only at kelani river but also at other river bank locations in the country but with also having the same atmospheric features

7. Mountain Cycling -
Enjoy uphill and Downhill Mountain cycling covers most beautiful areas in Sri Lanka such as Nuwara eliya, Hatton, Gampola, Kandy, Nawalapitiya to Kithulgala. Express yourself to see the romance of tea trails, rubber estates, mountains, green fields and many more beautiful locations

Further, there is an island in front of the hostel named 'Peraketiya' island which is full of natural beauty. Anyone can take a boat ride to see the beauty of that island.

***Property Policies & Conditions:
1. Cancellation policy: 3 days before arrival.
2. Check in from 12:00 noon to 23:00.
3. Check out before 12:00 noon.
4. Payment upon arrival by cash.
5. Reception working hours 8:00 Am to 22:00 Hrs.
6. No age restriction.
7. Taxes included.
8. Breakfast not included.
9. No pets.

House Rules

Check In

12:00 - 20:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Adaptors
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
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Reviews

9.9Superb(16)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    10.0
  • Atmosphere
    10.0
  • Cleanliness
    10.0
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    9.0
  • Facilities
    10.0
Stayed in Nov 2025
10
T
Tooba
Female, 31-40, Canada
I had such an incredible stay here! The staff went above and beyond to accommodate my schedule and even prepared food exactly to my liking. The owner personally took me to pick local plants, which they later turned into a delicious curry — such a unique and heartwarming experience. The rafting was awesome and full of adventure, yet the whole place had such a personal, authentic feel — nothing felt commercialized. I absolutely loved my room; it didn’t even need AC since it was right on the water
Stayed in Sept 2025
9.7
E
Emma
Female, 18-24, Denmark
Very nice stay and the staff was so kind
Stayed in Feb 2025
10
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Lisa
Female, 18-24, Austria
Beautiful hostel in the middle of nature, waking up to the sounds of birds and the gentle flowing river really restored me! The rooms were very clean and comfortable, the host accommodating and always willing to lend a helping hand. Met some great people while river rafting and canyoning and had an overall splendid experience with Ceylon Nature Hostel!
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Location

39/6 Belilena Junction, Kitulgala, Kitulgala, Sri Lanka
1.5km from city centre