Bali Double Adventure: Telaga Waja Rafting & Tanjung Benoa Water Sports
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8–10 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people in reasonable health with basic stamina—able to sit for van transfers and paddle intermittently for 3 hours.
Overview
From the motorized buzz of Tanjung Benoa’s jet skis to the whitewater teeth of Telaga Waja, this Bali double-act packs shoreline thrills and a three-hour river descent into one long, memorable day. Read on for what to expect, how to prepare, and tips for better photos and safer fun.
Bali Double Adventure: Telaga Waja Rafting & Tanjung Benoa Water Sports
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You step onto Tanjung Benoa’s morning sand with salt on your lips and a lineup of bright life jackets buckled like armor. The bay is already busy: jet skis hum, a parasail balloon drifts overhead, and the banana boat bobs like a convoy ready to laugh. By noon the group piles back into an air-conditioned van for the drive across Bali — coastal roads giving way to winding jungle tracks — toward Telaga Waja River, where the water takes over and dares you to read its mood.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Wear grippy water shoes
Closed-toe water shoes or sturdy sandals prevent slips on wet boat decks and riverbanks.
Bring a dry bag or waterproof phone case
Keep phones and wallets dry during rafting and water sports; many operators offer photo packages but not waterproof storage.
Hydrate and pace caffeine
Start the day well-hydrated—sun, salt, and exertion on river drops dehydrate quickly.
Confirm pickup details
Provide hotel name and contact, arrive on time for the 8:30 AM start and double-check return time (8–10 hours total).
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Long-tailed macaque (near riverbanks and temples)
- Tropical kingfisher and river fish like carp in calmer pools
History
Rivers in Bali have long been central to irrigation and ritual; Telaga Waja historically fed rice terraces and local purification ceremonies.
Conservation
Operators often promote carry-in/carry-out policies and use life-jacket inventory to reduce waste; choose companies that support local river cleanup initiatives.
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Recommended Gear
Closed-toe water shoes
Protects feet on slippery docks and in fast-moving river water.
Quick-dry clothing
Dries fast between water sport and rafting segments and reduces chill after river spray.
summer specific
Waterproof phone case/dry bag
Keeps electronics and valuables safe during both ocean and river activities.
Reef-safe sunscreen and hat
Protects against sun exposure during prolonged time on the beach and van transfers.
summer specific