Float 4.5 km down the Pakerisan River from Tampaksiring with a guide, enjoy clear spring water, riverside rice-field views and an included Indonesian buffet lunch — all with hotel pickup and drop-off.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The river pulls you forward from the moment your tube touches clear spring-fed water — cool against the skin, carrying a steady, playful current. You start with a short walk down from Surya Restaurant at Tampaksiring, gear checked by a local guide, and then the Pakerisan River takes over: 4.5 km of gentle rapids, stone gaps, and open pools that thread through rice paddies and cliff-framed valleys.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours (total); ~1.5 hours on-water
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic swimming comfort and ability to climb in/out of a tube recommended
Wildlife
History
The Pakerisan watershed has long supported central-Bali irrigation systems and villages; water temples around Tampaksiring manage flows used for rice cultivation and ritual cleansing.
Conservation
Keep plastic and sunscreen runoff out of the river; operators typically encourage rinsing and using biodegradeable products to protect spring-fed clarity.
Reserve your spot on the Bali River Tubing Adventure with Lunch - Free Transfer today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a change of clothes
You’ll get wet and muddy; pack a dry set and a small towel to change at the restaurant afterwards.
Secure valuables
Use a small dry bag or leave non-essentials at the hotel — phone pockets on tubes don’t seal.
Footwear for wet terrain
Wear water shoes with grip for the short riverbank walk and to protect toes in the tube.
Sun protection and hydration
Apply reef-safe sunscreen before the trip and sip water between sections to avoid heat fatigue.
Water shoes
Protects toes and improves traction on slippery riverbanks and steps in and out of tubes.
Quick-dry clothing
Dries fast after the ride and is more comfortable for returning to the car or restaurant.
Small dry bag or zip pouch
Keeps phone, cash and documents safe from splashes while on the river.
Reef‑safe sunscreen and hat
Tropical sun is strong even in shaded valleys—protect skin without harming local waterways.