# About Rapid Adventures URL: https://rapidadventures.lk/about ## Brave enough to chase the extraordinary? At Rapid Adventures, we create high quality, tailor made experiences for anyone seeking real thrill. Our adventures blend innovation, safety, and the true spirit of the island so every journey feels bold, fresh, and unforgettable. ## Key Milestones & Statistics - **10+ Years of Expertise**: A decade of guiding adventurers safely across Sri Lanka. - **25,000+ Adventurers Served**: Based on 1,300+ invoices covering small groups, large corporate outings, and multi-experience packages. - **20+ Certified Guides & Instructors**: Professionals who train continuously and follow global safety standards. - **20+ Trusted Partners Across the Island**: The strongest adventure network in Sri Lanka. - **Eco-Friendly Operations**: Committed to protecting and preserving natural environments. ## Creating tailor-made adventures that are at the highest quality From land to water to sky, our curated collection of adventures is built to deliver excitement, safety, and seamless execution in every step of the way. We go beyond the basics, crafting experiences with precision, passion, and a commitment to exceptional service. Whether you’re chasing adrenaline or exploring something new, we’re here to bring the island’s most thrilling moments to life. Because adventure isn’t just what we do, it’s what we love sharing with you. ## The Rapid Team Our guides are experts at providing you with the best experience while ensuring that your safety comes first. Their passion and knowledge are vital in making your experience that much better, and of course, they are always ready to provide you with everything that will make your expedition last in your memory forever. Their genuine love for the land, the culture, and people shine through, and that is what makes them brilliant at what they do. - 15,000+ safe expedition hours logged - 95% of excursions include local community support - 95% of guides born & raised locally - 90% repeat & referral adventurers ## Our Awards - **Leading Destination Promoter 2024** (South Asian Travel Awards) - **Traveller’s Choice Award** (Tripadvisor) - **Most Popular Travel & Tourism Website 2024** (Bestweb.LK) - **Best Travel & Tourism Website 2024** (Bestweb.LK) - **Leading Destination Promoter 2023** (South Asian Travel Awards) - **Most Popular Travel & Tourism Website 2023 ** (Bestweb.LK) - **Most Popular Travel & Tourism Website 2022** (Bestweb.LK) - **Leading Adventure Service Provider 2022 ** (South Asian Travel Awards) - **Best Travel & Tourism Website 2022** (Bestweb.LK) - **Best Travel & Tourism Website 2021** (Bestweb.LK) ## Our Corporate Social Responsibilty ### Spreading Smiles Through Education in Kebithigollawa *Location: Kebithigollawa, Sri Lanka* Rapid Adventures partnered with the Maris Stella College Past Scouts’ Association to support children from two schools in Kebithigollawa through a Christmas donation of books, shoes, and essential learning materials, encouraging their education and future growth. ### University Adventure Day – Kitulgala *Location: Kitulgala, Sri Lanka* A day powered by adventure, teamwork, and pure adrenaline. Rapid Adventures proudly supported the University of Sri Jayewardenepura Adventure Club as they conquered the iconic Kitulgala rapids — from white-water rafting and cliff slides to refreshing river dips. ### Adventure Day Program for SOSOG *Location: Kitulgala, Sri Lanka* Rapid Adventures proudly hosted a full-day adventure experience for the Sri Lanka Old Scouts and Guides Association (SOSOG). This special adventure program brought together former scouts and guides to reconnect with the spirit of exploration, teamwork, and outdoor skills. ### Ingress’24 Leadership Adventure Program *Location: Bandaragama, Sri Lanka* Empowering future leaders through adventure. Rapid Adventures proudly sponsored Ingress’24, the signature leadership and team-building program of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura’s Adventure Club. ### Aquatica Wave 2 – Volunteer Day at Induruwa *Location: Induruwa, Sri Lanka* Rapid Adventures proudly partnered with the Rotaract Club of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura for Aquatica Wave 2, an inspiring initiative dedicated to ocean conservation. ### Hello Delft *Location: Delft Island, Sri Lanka* Rapid Adventures organized a critical aid expedition to Delft Island to assist local inhabitants suffering from severe drought and thirst. This event successfully combined a magnificent sea adventure with a charitable mission, providing essential support to the affected community. ## News & Insights - **Featured Interview: Rapid Adventures CEO Shares Vision for 2025 Tourism**: Rapid Adventures Founder and CEO Chathuranga Madurawala sits down with The Morning to discuss the crucial role of adventure tourism in Sri Lanka's economic recovery. - **Rapid Adventures Shines Again with Gold at South Asian Travel Awards 2024**: Rapid Adventures Sri Lanka is thrilled to announce our recent victory at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2024 - **Rapid Adventures reigns as the “Most Popular Travel and Tourism Website” at BestWeb.lk 2024 for the third year straight **: We have secured the award for Sri Lanka's Most Popular Travel & Tourism website in 2024 for the third consecutive year & Best Travel & Tourism website of the year. - **Rapid Adventures Takes on the Challenge at the First Asian Rafting Championship 2024!**: Rapid Adventures is thrilled to share our experience at the historic First Asian Rafting Championship, held March 3rd to 9th, 2024. - **Rapid Adventures Wins Gold Award for Leading Destination Promoter at South Asian Travel Awards 2023**: Rapid Adventures, the leading adventure service provider based in Sri Lanka, has once again clinched the prestigious SATA. - **Rapid Adventures at South Asian Travel Awards 2023 Opportunity & Conversation Event**: The SATA Opportunity & Conversation event provided a outstanding platform for industry leaders, judge board & SATA Winners to exchange ideas and chart the course for collaborative growth. - **We're Sri Lanka's Most Popular Travel and Tourism Website for the Second Year in a Row!**: We have secured the award for Sri Lanka's Most Popular Travel & Tourism website in 2023 for the second consecutive year. - **Sports Consultant Amila Madushanka Passes Away While Attempting to Save a Foreigner in Kitulgala**: Madushanka was a valued member of the local team that provides facilitation and outdoor-based training (OBT) activities in Kitulgala since 2017. - **Rapid Adventures has secured the silver award for Leading Adventure Provider at the South Asian Travel Awards 2022 (SATA 2022)**: The SATA 2022 was a prestigious event which took place in Maldives at 29th and 30th of September. - **Securing the award for Best Travel & Tourism website and Most Popular award from BestWeb.lk 2022**: We have secured the award for Best Travel & Tourism website in 2022 for the second consecutive year. - **Aquatica Wave 2 - Preserving Ocean Reserves and Empowering Future Generations**: Rapid Adventures is profoundly proud to have collaborated with the Rotaract Club of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura in organizing the second annual 'Aquatica Wave' project.