Best River Rafting Experience in Bali
Experience the thrill of White Water Rafting in Bali, one of the most popular outdoor adventures on the island. Suitable for beginners and adventure lovers alike, rafting in Bali combines exciting river rapids, stunning jungle scenery, waterfalls, and a fun team experience.
We offer two top-rated rafting locations in Bali, each with its own character and river challenge level.
Rafting Options Available
Bali offers two of the best white water rafting experiences, each designed for different adventure levels and travel styles. Whether you prefer a scenic river surrounded by jungle or a more challenging route with strong rapids, both options provide professional guides, complete safety equipment, and unforgettable natural views.
⭐ Ayung River Rafting – Ubud
Ayung River Rafting is the most popular rafting choice in Bali, especially for first-time rafters and families. The river features Grade II–III rapids, making it fun, safe, and suitable for beginners. Along the route, you’ll enjoy lush rainforest, waterfalls, and traditional stone carvings on the river walls. Its location near Ubud makes it convenient and ideal for a relaxed yet exciting adventure.
⭐ Telaga Waja Rafting – East Bali
Telaga Waja Rafting offers a more adventurous and adrenaline-filled experience with Grade III–IV rapids and a longer rafting route. Known for its fast currents and the famous dam drop, this river is perfect for thrill seekers who want a more challenging ride combined with beautiful mountain and countryside views.
💰 How Much Does White Water Rafting Cost?
The price of white water rafting in Bali depends on the river location, rafting provider, and whether you choose voucher-only or with hotel transfer.
🛶 Rafting Prices (Activity Only – Voucher)
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Ayung River Rafting (Ubud): Starting from budget-friendly IDR350,000 per person
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Telaga Waja Rafting (East Bali): Starting from competitive adventure IDR350,000 per person
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1. What is white water rafting in Bali?
White water rafting is an outdoor adventure activity where you paddle through river rapids using an inflatable raft, guided by a professional rafting guide. In Bali, rafting is combined with beautiful natural scenery such as jungle, waterfalls, rice fields, and valleys.
2. Is white water rafting in Bali safe?
Yes. Rafting in Bali is safe when operated by licensed providers. All participants are equipped with safety gear, receive a safety briefing, and are guided by trained professionals throughout the trip.
3. Do I need rafting experience to join?
No experience is required. Beginners are welcome, and guides will explain paddling techniques and safety rules before entering the river.
4. What is the difference between Ayung River and Telaga Waja rafting?
Ayung River is more scenic and beginner-friendly with moderate rapids, while Telaga Waja River offers stronger currents and longer routes, suitable for adventure seekers.
5. Which rafting option is best for families?
Ayung River rafting is recommended for families and first-time rafters due to its calmer rapids and shorter route.
6. Which rafting option is more adventurous?
Telaga Waja rafting is more challenging, with stronger rapids and a longer rafting distance.
7. What is the minimum age to join rafting?
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5 Years old. below is possible but not cover insurance
8. Is rafting suitable for non-swimmers?
Yes. You will wear a life jacket at all times, and guides are trained to assist participants, including non-swimmers.
9. Is rafting suitable for pregnant travelers?
No. Rafting is not recommended for pregnant travelers due to safety reasons.
10. How long does the rafting activity take?
The total experience takes approximately 2–3 hours, including preparation, safety briefing, rafting time, and return to the finish point.
11. What time does rafting start?
Rafting departure time is between 08:30 AM – 01:30 PM, depending on availability and pickup location.
12. Where is the pickup location?
Pickup and drop-off are from your hotel or villa lobby in selected areas.
13. Which areas are covered for pickup?
Private pickup is available from:
Pecatu, Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, Kuta, Seminyak, Canggu, Sanur, Denpasar, and Ubud.
14. Is hotel pickup included in the price?
NO. Pickup is optional.
15. What does “voucher only” mean?
Voucher-only means the price includes the rafting activity only. Guests must arrange their own transportation to the rafting location.
16. Is there a minimum booking requirement?
- Voucher-only: no minimum booking
- With transfer: minimum 2 persons
17. What should I wear for rafting?
Wear comfortable clothes, swimwear, and sandals or water shoes. A change of clothes is highly recommended.
18. What should I bring with me?
Bring swimwear, towel, sunscreen, camera, change of clothes, and some cash for personal expenses.
19. Are lockers and changing rooms available?
Yes. Changing rooms, showers, and basic facilities are available at the rafting base camp.
20. Is lunch included?
Yes. Lunch is included after the rafting activity,
21. Are photos or videos included?
Photos and videos are not included by default but may be available for purchase at the rafting location.
22. Is insurance included?
Yes. Insurance is included for eligible participants according to age requirements, age from 5 years
23. Can I bring my phone or camera during rafting?
You may bring a waterproof camera at your own risk. Phones are not recommended unless properly waterproofed.
24. Is rafting wheelchair accessible?
No. Rafting activities are not wheelchair accessible due to stairs and uneven terrain.
25. Can I cancel my booking?
Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 12 hours before the activity time.
26. What happens if I cancel less than 12 hours before?
Cancellations made less than 12 hours before the activity will be charged 100% of the total booking amount.
27. Can I reschedule my rafting date?
Yes, rescheduling is possible subject to availability and must be requested at least 12 hours in advance.
28. How will I receive my booking confirmation?
You will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours after booking.
29. What if I don’t receive the confirmation email?
Please check your Spam or Junk folder. If you still do not receive it, contact our support team.
30. Why should I book rafting through your website?
We offer trusted operators, transparent pricing, flexible booking options, and responsive customer support to ensure a smooth and enjoyable rafting experience in Bali.
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My husband and I took a morning rafting trip. We were given a thirty minute window for our pick up from the hotel. The driver was there promptly, waiting in our lobby when we came down. He took us to the rafting lobby, where we paid (they accept credit card) and were given our helmets and paddles. The website was not super clear on what we should wear while rafting. We each wore a bathing suit with shorts and a shirt – everyone in our group was similarly dressed. I wore tennis shoes and my husband had on water shoes. Those people with flip flops, the guide tied the flip flops to the boat so they were barefoot when we got out for a drink and stopped at a waterfall. I would recommend wearing water shoes, if you have them. Once we had our gear, we loaded onto the back of a small truck for a 15 minute ride to the starting point. We walked down A LOT of steps. It was muddy and slippery and there were not always hand rails. No one in our group fell or had extreme difficulty. We got to the bottom, were given brief instructions and were set sail. The view from the river was breathtaking. We stopped halfway and had a chance to purchase a beer or drink. They wrote down what we had and we paid once we were back at the lobby. After two hours, we were at the end. There were approximately 250 steps back up. We were served a delicious lunch of rice and chicken with a soup. One other thing to mention- I think the website says they have showers. These are not western showers- no door or curtain. Just a nozzle in the wall. You will be able to wash off with you bathing suit on and change clothes in a restroom enclosure. Things to bring: water shoes, dry clothes to change into, GoPro. All valuables will be locked in a cubby prior to leaving for rafting.
It is the first rafting trip for hubby and the kids and we are so lucky to have discovered Made and his team.
Mid way to the site, had a small bonus of a side refreshment trip to a cocoa plantation which was rustic and charming. Got to see first hand the cocoa and coffee plants and fruit as well as the creation process of of our usual cuppa. Great experience for city kids!
Telaga wajah itself is a beautiful location and Made was probably the most experienced guide among all the others there. Our group literally had no obstacles and required least effort … but most fun….down the 3 hour ride and the 5m drop. Safety and comfort was their top priority so kudos!
Lunch was simple but v good and everyone had big portions.
Highly recommend this team. We are now looking forward to a more advanced route next time.
Our Ayung River rafting experience was fun and well organized. We booked through BaliVentur and chose the package with pickup included. The driver was on time and friendly. The rafting itself was scenic with beautiful jungle views and gentle rapids, suitable for beginners.
They never showed up. We planned for this, stayed one nigth extra in Ubud, got to sleep early (on a Saturday when we was out), woke up early, packed our stuff and bought breakfast and waited. And they didnt show up.
You cannot trust this guys. Choose another company if u wanna go rafting in Bali, its many to choose from.
The attached picture shows the confirmation e-mail I got from them when I booked.
We were picked up on time and had a two hour trip each way to and from the rafting. Our driver was friendly and chatty. We stopped at a great coffee place close to the rafting where you are given about a dozen free samples in good size cups of tea and coffee to try before buying but there is no pressure to buy.
The rafting was brilliant. We had a great guy controlling our boat and the scenery along the 16 kilometres was beautiful. We are not sporty people but loved the experience along with a bit of rivalry with some young guys in another raft where we splashed each other and tried to over take each other at every opportunity.
I would highly recommend this tour for the fantastic experience and value.
My wife and I had done many rafting trip throughout American. Bali Whitewater Rafting might not have the safety standards as in America; however, they provided the most entertaining trip we ever had. We rafted under fallen trees and low bridges as well as waterfalls and even over a dam with a large drop. The Telaga Waja River is quit narrow and had continues rapids. The scenery along the river is beyond description. I definitely would recommend this rafting company to my friends.
My friend and I decided to try rafting for the first time in Bali and this company was recommended to us. We had a great time– it was the 2 of us with 3-4 very knowledgeable, entertaining guides! We felt very safe throughout the 2 hour trip down the river and they even gave us the opportunity to jump into and swim in the river which was awesome! We had the owner in our raft and he was very sociable/friendly! At end of our adventure, they provided a tasty meal to refuel our energy. Overall, we started with little expectations but we had a fantastic time!
PS. There are secure lockers and shower stations.
This was I must say an amazing tour and a wonderful experience and a true highlight of our trip…. we took a class 2 rapids river ( for beginners) it was exciting and lots of fun passing by waterfalls and stopping for a cold beer at a small villagers stand along the river half way through our trip …
BUT BEWARE
the one thing they never said was that you must walk down 400 steps in the jungle to get to the river something which is very tiring and also if u have bad knees or health problems please think twice… because we had to walk up also 350+ steps back up it took me about 30 minutes to do pausing to sit down for multiple breaks to catch my breath and avoid passing out LOOL but I would do it again … because luckily I got a massage when back at the hotel… so just one thing I wanted others to know about before running for the trip … but was it worth it ? Yes and I’d do it again ! 😉
Wow! What a great morning spent in the water! We were picked up right at the start of our window and taken to pick up two other groups for our trip. After paying for our trip we transferred into the back of an open air truck for a brief ride to the trail head. A great hike through some rice paddies, and what seemed like a thousand stairs we arrived at our raft where several other rafts were being prepared.
Immediately upon setting in the water we hit some fun drops and great splashes. Shortly after starting we arrived at the cliff side carvings and they were inspiring. Art is abundant in Bali. About 30 minutes in we arrived at a waterfall where we could frolic under the cascading water. It was heavy and hard, much like a heavy hailstorm. After many splashes, twists and slaps along the river we reached our break point where drinks and chips were available.
The second half of the trip was quieter but still had it’s share of thrills. Another 1000 steps back to the clubhouse for a light lunch and we were free for the day by 1:30.
I would give the rafting and hiking a 5 as it was simply wonderful. Where can the experience be improved? The guides could be friendlier and more engaging with their guests. I noticed at the break and end the guides grouped together and didn’t engage with their guests. Had they taken the time to do so I think some of the more athletically challenged guests would have enjoyed the experience more.
This trip is a medium workout with a 10 to 15 minute hike in and out of the river valley at each end. Strong legs and a strong back for paddling will enhance the fun factor.
My husband and I had a fantastic time on this trip thoroughly recommend Bali International Rafting, they made our day filled with excitement,laughter, great memories, fantastic views, and food.
The photos were good and very well priced cash is needed if you want to purchase as no card facilities.
Food was great and plentiful.
We stopped once for the waterfall and a drink.
16 kms of great Rafting
Thank you Made for the help you also gave me.
River was low but lots of white water, river is high in May and June.