3 Places for Bali Rafting Adventure

The beauty of Bali can be seen from the beaches, volcanoes, cuisine, forests, temples and more, as well as what can be felt from the hospitality of the people and the majestic Balinese culture that was born because of the harmonisation between man, nature and God. Apart from that angle, Bali’s charm is born from the river with its rapids. The river that will take you on an adventure on a Bali rafting tour in Ubud.

Bali’s rivers are no less beautiful than the sea and beaches. By a number of tourism entrepreneurs, Bali’s rivers are utilised as rafting facilities. There are medium-flow rivers that are ideal for rafting beginners, but there are also fast-flowing and rocky, this class of river is more challenging and is widely used by professional and advanced rafters.

Bali Rafting is an adventure tourism activity of rafting Telaga Waja Karangasem, Ayung Ubud river which has a 10-12 km long track and can be reached in about 2 hours of rafting using a raft boat, and other rivers on the island of Bali.

However, according to Ubud Quad Biking, there are 3 options for rafting in Bali, namely Ayung rafting in Ubud, Telaga waja rafting in Karangasem and Melangit rafting in Klungkung. Choose the one that suits you and make your holiday more enjoyable and unforgettable. What are the details of the Bali rafting tourist attractions, please read this article until the end!

Ayung Rafting Ubud

The Ayung River in Ubud is a favourite destination for rafting enthusiasts in Bali. The river is challenging with its exciting rapids, and the water conditions are stable throughout the year, both during the dry and rainy seasons. The advantage of its proximity to tourist lodges makes it a top choice for a rafting experience in Bali.

The rafting route on the Ayung River covers about 10-12 kilometres, or about 2 hours. During this adventure, you will be spoilt for choice with stunning views of rainforest, rice fields, majestic waterfalls, and fascinating rock reliefs along the river cliffs.

With a distance of about 1.5 hours from Kuta, you can immediately enjoy the excitement in Ubud. If you stay in Ubud itself, the rafting location is only 5-10 minutes away from where you stay.

Before starting the rafting, participants will be given instructions on the use of paddles and safety rules that must be followed during the trip. Each boat will be accompanied by a professional guide who is an expert in rafting.

Please note that rafting on the Ayung River is not recommended for the elderly as there is a long flight of stairs that must be traversed from the lobby to the starting point on the river, as well as at the end point.

This rafting package includes full safety equipment such as helmets, life jackets, paddles and insurance. If there is still any doubt about which route to choose, feel free to contact our team to discuss a trip that suits your needs.

5 Reasons to Choose Rafting on Ayung River Ubud

1. It is located closer to most of the places where travellers stay such as Ubud, Kuta, Seminyak, Nusa Dua, and Jimbaran. Especially for those staying in Ubud, it only takes 15 – 20 minutes to reach the rafting site.
2. The Ayung River still offers an enjoyable rafting experience both during the rainy and dry seasons as the water level remains stable.
3. You will be presented with fantastic scenery during the rafting trip, including large cliffs, waterfalls, rice fields, forests, and rock carvings in some areas of the riverbank.
4. The length of the rafting course is in the medium range, around 10 – 12 km, not too long but not too short either.
5. Its close proximity makes it suitable for combining with other activities such as the ATV ride programme.

Telaga Waja Rafting Bali

Rafting Telaga Waja Bali offers an unforgettable experience for adventurers. Telaga Waja River, located in Muncan Karang Asem Bali, offers the longest rafting track of about 17 kilometres, with a travel time of about 2.5 – 3 hours to the finish point.

At Telaga Waja, you will find a challenging rafting adventure with moderate level rapids (Level II – IV) and clear water. The sensation of plunging from a 5-metre high drop dam will add to the excitement of your experience. Enjoy stunning natural panoramas along the way, from majestic rocks, clean water, to green rice fields, hills, valleys, cliffs and waterfalls.

One of the advantages of Telaga Waja Rafting is the easy access from the river to the restaurant, reducing the need for a lot of walking down or up stairs. This rafting activity is suitable for all experience levels, from beginner to advanced, and is safe for participants from 5 years old to 65 years old and above, even non-swimmers.

Each participant will receive direction and assistance from a professional rafting guide. The package also includes complete safety equipment such as helmets, life jackets, paddles and insurance. If you are still in doubt about the choice of a suitable track, don’t hesitate to contact our team to get the right advice according to your needs.

Melangit Rafting Bali

Melangit River offers an exciting and mesmerising rafting experience in Bali, located in Klungkung about 1 hour 30 minutes from Kuta. With a route of about 8 kilometres, you can complete it in about 1 hour 15 minutes.

Rafting in Melangit is suitable for beginners and intermediate levels. The trip is filled with steep rapids that enrich your rafting experience with more water sensation. You will also be presented with unspoilt views of the tropical forest, dotted with the presence of wild animals in the trees and dazzling natural rock formations on the riverbank.

Before starting the trip, our guide will provide instructions on actions to take and those to avoid during rafting. Each boat will be accompanied by one rafting guide.

The package includes all necessary safety equipment, such as helmets, life jackets, paddles and insurance. If you are still confused with the choice of trails, feel free to contact our team for advice on a trip that suits your needs.

5 Reasons to Choose Melangit Rafting

1. The distance is not too far, only about 1.5 hours drive from Kuta.
2. With a rafting course length of about ±8 km, it’s ideal for beginners or those who want a half-day rafting, so they still have time for other activities.
3. The river offers many steep rapids, adding to the excitement and giving you more interaction with the water.
4. The river is very beautiful, dotted with large natural rocks along its banks.
5. The river is quieter as it is less crowded with visitors.

Enjoy a limitless tourism experience in Bali. You can also enjoy the excitement by renting an ATV from Ubud Quad Biking. Vacations will certainly be more exciting and enjoyable.

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