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Ayung River Rafting, Bali

A blue inflatable raft with rafters floating down a river in a green gorge among coconut palms
Photo: Fabio Achilli, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons

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Entry
≈ IDR 400,000–500,000
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Hours
Daily, departures usually 8:00–14:00
Time on site
A typical visit without queueing. In high season add 15–30 minutes.
3 h
With kids
Fine with kids
Price
≈ US$20–30 without transfer; ≈ IDR 400,000–500,000 with transfer and lunch
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Rafting
≈ 2–2.5 hours on the water; 4–5 hours door to door
Grade
Grade II–III rapids — fine for beginners
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Gear
Helmet, life jacket and paddle provided; a guide in every raft
Location
Ayung gorge north and west of Ubud; ≈ 35 km from Kuta
Coordinates
-8.48100, 115.24200YesGo MapGoogleApple

Key facts

68.5 kmthe length of the Ayung, Bali's longest river
SourceEnglish Wikipedia
Kintamani → Sanurthe river runs from the northern mountains to the sea at Sanur
SourceEnglish Wikipedia
Rapidsthe middle stretch is full of rapids — hence the rafting
SourceEnglish Wikipedia
II–IIIrapid grade on the tourist stretch
SourceExpedia listing
2–2.5 hourson the water on a standard trip
Sourcetour operators
≈ 1 kmto the swing parks in Bongkasa
SourceOSRM route

Ayung River rafting price

Prices depend on the operator and package. Booking platforms list the rafting itself from about US$20–30 per adult; a package with hotel transfer, lunch and showers runs roughly IDR 400,000–500,000 per person (based on a 2024 guide — check current prices). Photos and videos of your run are usually sold separately.

Book with well-known operators with good reputations: newer rafts, experienced guides and proper insurance.

What to expect — and how hard is it?

The Ayung is Bali's longest river, running 68.5 km from the mountains near Kintamani to the sea at Sanur. In its middle reaches near Ubud it cuts a deep green gorge full of rapids — home to the island's most popular rafting. You float past jungle, rice terraces on the slopes, small waterfalls and rock faces carved with reliefs.

The rapids on the tourist stretch are grade II–III: fun and wet, but not seriously risky. It's not extreme rafting but an adventure for everyone — families, couples and groups with no experience.

How the trip works

  1. A transfer collects you from your hotel in Ubud, Kuta or Seminyak.
  2. At the base: a safety briefing, helmet, life jacket and paddle; lockers for your things.
  3. A walk down to the river — several hundred steps, part of the programme.
  4. 2–2.5 hours on the water with a guide in each raft, with stops at waterfalls.
  5. Climb back to the base, shower and lunch overlooking the gorge; transfer back.

What to bring

  • Clothes you don't mind soaking, with swimwear underneath.
  • Shoes that stay on — sports sandals or old trainers.
  • Dry clothes and a towel — there are showers afterwards.
  • Sunscreen and a strap for your sunglasses.
  • Some cash for photos, drinks and tipping your guide.

How to get to the rafting start

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More tips

  1. Almost all tours include a hotel transfer — the easiest option.
  2. From Ubud — 15–30 minutes to the bases near Kedewatan and Payangan.
  3. From Kuta, Seminyak or Sanur — about 32–35 km, 1–1.5 hours.
  4. If you're driving yourself, get the base address from your operator: each company has its own access to the river.

Is Ayung River rafting worth it?

Yes, for an active day that needs no training: it's fun, scenic and suits almost everyone, from teenagers to parents.

YesGo's take: experienced rafters will find the Ayung tame — look for wilder rivers. In the dry season the water is lower and the rapids softer. As a half-day adventure near Ubud, though, it's good value.

An active day near Ubud

The swings over the Ayung valley in the morning, river rafting in the afternoon, and Ubud Palace and a dance show in the evening. Add it to your trip — YesGo will set the timings and transfers.

  1. Bali Swing2 h · ≈ IDR 300,000–650,000
  2. 19 min walk from the previous stopAyung River Raftingyou are here3 h · ≈ IDR 400,000–500,000
  3. 63 min walk from the previous stopUbud Palace (Puri Saren Agung)30 min · Free

3 places · about 6 h 52 min with walks · 82 min on foot in total

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Nearby and on the way

Bali Swing

Bali, Indonesia

2 h · ≈ IDR 300,000–650,000 · 19 min walk

How to do it right

  • Book a morning trip — afternoons are hotter and busier.
  • Wear shoes that won't come off in the water.
  • Leave your phone in a locker or a waterproof pouch.
  • In the wet season, check your trip hasn't been cancelled.
  • The Bali Swing is right next door.

Questions

How much is Ayung River rafting?

From about US$20–30 on booking sites to roughly IDR 400,000–500,000 with transfer and lunch.

How long is Ayung River rafting?

2–2.5 hours on the water; 4–5 hours including transfers.

Is Ayung River rafting safe?

Grade II–III rapids suit beginners; keep your helmet and jacket on and follow the guide.

What is the minimum age for rafting in Bali?

Usually around 7–8 — check with your operator.

Where does Ayung rafting start?

At operator bases near Kedewatan and Payangan, north and west of Ubud.

What should I wear rafting?

Clothes and shoes you don't mind soaking, plus a dry change and sunscreen.

When is the best time to go rafting?

Year-round; in the wet season the rapids are stronger but trips can be cancelled after storms.

Have you been? Was it worth your time?

1 — no, 5 — absolutely

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Sources and fact-check

  • English Wikipedia — Ayung River: 68.5 km length, source near Kintamani, mouth at Sanur, rapids and rafting
  • Expedia, Travelocity, Traveloka — prices, duration, rapid grade (unofficial)
  • wanderon.in (2024) — price with transfer and lunch (unofficial)
  • OSRM routing — distances
YesGo editorial team · facts checked 10.11.2026 ·
How we checkedLength, source, mouth and rapids are from English Wikipedia. Prices on booking sites (from US$20) and in a 2024 guide (IDR 410,000–490,000 with transfer) differ widely and may have changed, so they're marked unconfirmed. The II–III grade comes from one listing; we found no official classification. Minimum age and trip format are typical operator terms — check with yours. The page's coordinates mark the operator bases near Kedewatan (the Wikidata entry points to the river mouth). Distances are OSRM routes without traffic.

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