# Ayung River Rafting, Bali > Ayung River rafting is Bali's most popular white-water trip: 2–2.5 hours through a jungle gorge with waterfalls and carved rock faces, close to Ubud. The rapids are gentle, grade II–III, so beginners are fine. Prices run from about US$20 on booking sites to roughly IDR 400,000–500,000 with transfer and lunch. The whole outing takes about half a day. Web page: https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/ayung-rafting - City: [Bali](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali), Indonesia - YesGo score: 29/100 (Yes, if nearby) - Time on site: 3 h - Entry: ≈ IDR 400,000–500,000 - Opening hours: Daily, departures usually 8:00–14:00 - With kids: Fine with kids - Price: ≈ US$20–30 without transfer; ≈ IDR 400,000–500,000 with transfer and lunch - Rafting: ≈ 2–2.5 hours on the water; 4–5 hours door to door - Grade: Grade II–III rapids — fine for beginners - 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, 115.24200 - Facts checked: 10.11.2026 ## Key facts - **68.5 km** — the length of the Ayung, Bali's longest river (source: English Wikipedia) - **Kintamani → Sanur** — the river runs from the northern mountains to the sea at Sanur (source: English Wikipedia) - **Rapids** — the middle stretch is full of rapids — hence the rafting (source: English Wikipedia) - **II–III** — rapid grade on the tourist stretch (source: Expedia listing) - **2–2.5 hours** — on the water on a standard trip (source: tour operators) - **≈ 1 km** — to the swing parks in Bongkasa (source: OSRM 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. > **Is Ayung rafting safe? Who should skip it** Keep your helmet and life jacket on and follow your guide's commands. In the wet season, roughly November to March, the water is higher and faster — some sections get tougher, and trips may be cancelled after heavy rain. Children are usually accepted from around 7–8, but check with your operator. Rafting isn't for pregnant travellers or anyone with back injuries, and the steps down to the river and back are a workout in themselves. ## 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 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 Swing](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/bali-swing) — YesGo score 32/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · ≈ IDR 300,000–650,000 2. [Ayung River Rafting](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/ayung-rafting) — YesGo score 29/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 3 h · ≈ IDR 400,000–500,000 3. [Ubud Palace (Puri Saren Agung)](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/ubud-palace) — YesGo score 45/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 30 min · Free ## Tips - 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](https://yesgo.io/indonesia/bali/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. ## How we checked Length, 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. ## Sources - 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 --- This is the Markdown version of a YesGo page for AI assistants. Quote the web page link above, not this file.