Combine a 2.5‑hour Ayung River rafting run with a visit to the dramatic Tegalalang swing for an active half‑day from Ubud. Expect valley rapids, a buffet lunch, and panoramic rice terrace views with Mount Agung on the horizon.
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The morning starts at your hotel lobby: humid air, a driver with a friendly nod, and the road unspooling toward the Ayung River. The river cuts through a green valley, daring you into a 12‑kilometer run of class II–III rapids where the current pushes forward and the gorge narrows. After the spray settles, the landscape opens again—rice terraces and a high swing perched between coconut trunks, Mount Agung looming on the horizon.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate cardiovascular fitness and basic mobility to climb in/out of rafts and ascend swing platforms
Wildlife
History
Tegalalang’s terraces are part of Bali’s subak irrigation tradition—a communal water management system integral to local agriculture and culture. The Ayung River has long been central to valley settlements for irrigation and transport.
Conservation
Stay on designated paths and dispose of waste with local vendors; protecting terrace channels and riverbanks helps maintain the subak system and limits erosion.
Reserve your spot on the swing combine with rafting today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a dry bag
Waterproof your phone and wallet—rafts will get wet and photos are part of the experience.
Wear water shoes
Sturdy, fast‑draining footwear helps when entering/exiting the raft and scrambling on riverbanks.
Sun protection
Sunscreen and a hat are useful for the post‑raft swing visit where shade is limited.
Light cash for extras
Have local currency for entrance fees, tips, or snacks at the swing site and nearby warungs.
Quick‑dry clothing
Dries fast after the rafting section and is comfortable under a lifejacket.
Water shoes or sturdy sandals
Protects feet on slippery river rocks and during boat entry/exit.
Waterproof phone case / dry bag
Keeps electronics and documents dry during the river run.
Light rain shell or poncho
Useful in Bali’s wet season when showers are possible between activities.
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