🚣‍♂️ Bali Rafting 2025 – Ayung & Telaga Waja Rivers Guide

Rafting in Bali is a classic adventure that fits perfectly into a Ubud or East Bali day trip. You’ll paddle through jungle scenery, pass small waterfalls and enjoy a mix of relaxing sections and fun rapids, depending on which river you choose.

Most tours include door-to-door transfers, gear, a professional guide and a simple lunch, making rafting an easy add-on to your Bali itinerary even if you’re not an experienced rafter.

• 📌 Ayung River – Ubud – closer to Ubud and many central Bali hotels.
• 📌 Telaga Waja River – East Bali – further out, but with longer, more continuous rapids.

• Ayung River: Moderate difficulty (good for beginners and families), stunning jungle scenery and carvings, slightly shorter route with a nice balance of calm and fun sections.
• Telaga Waja River: More thrilling with longer rapids and steeper drops – ideal for adventure seekers and those wanting a stronger adrenaline rush.

If you’re travelling with younger kids or older family members, Ayung is usually the safer bet. If everyone in your group loves high-energy activities, Telaga Waja is a great choice.

• Ayung River: USD 25–35 per person.
• Telaga Waja River: USD 30–45 per person.
• Packages including transport + lunch: roughly USD 45–70.

Final prices depend on inclusions, group size, time of year and whether you book online in advance or through a local agent or hotel.

• Full rafting gear: helmet, paddles and life jacket.
• Professional guides and a safety briefing before entering the river.
• Traditional Indonesian lunch after the trip.
• Basic insurance (check details in your tour description).
• Shared hotel transfers in popular areas (for many packages).

Always read the tour description carefully to confirm what’s included: transport, towels, photos, lockers and insurance can vary by operator.

• Clothing: Wear light, quick-dry clothing and swimwear underneath.
• Footwear: Water shoes or secure sandals are better than flip-flops.
• After the trip: Bring a change of clothes and a small towel.
• Season: Book ahead in peak season (July–August) and during school holidays.
• Sun: Don’t forget sunscreen – apply before you arrive, as it can wash off.
• Valuables: Leave passports and non-essential valuables at your hotel; use the operator’s lockers for phones and wallets.

🖼️ Photos

• Rafting Photos – Ayung River
• Rafting Photos – Telaga Waja River

Browsing recent photos and videos can help you choose between Ayung and Telaga Waja based on scenery, water levels and rapid intensity.

You can book rafting on the Ayung or Telaga Waja River directly via GetYourGuide, with options that include hotel pickup, equipment and lunch.

❓ FAQ — Bali Rafting

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