Rafting on Ayung River, Ubud: Full-day with Sacred Monkey Forest
Two hours on the Ayung River, then four temples, forests and waterfalls
A full-day private tour from Ubud that opens with 2 hours of rafting on the Ayung River, complete with professional guide and safety gear, followed by visits to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary where gray macaques roam among Hindu temples, Ubud Palace, the rice terraces of Tegalalang, and Tegenungan Waterfall. An air-conditioned vehicle and driver handle all transport. Lunch is included.
What’s included
- Professional English-speaking driver and guide.
- all entrance tickets to the five sites.
- two hours of rafting on the Ayung River with a professional river guide.
- safety-approved rafting equipment, lockers, towels, shower and changing room.
- private air-conditioned vehicle for the full day.
- rafting insurance, tax and service charge.
- buffet lunch at the rafting restaurant.
Times
- Every day 08:00
Before you book
Operated by Bali Day Tour
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The experience
The day starts on the Ayung River with two hours of rafting through scenic rapids and past hidden waterfalls. A professional river guide leads the way. You get safety-approved equipment, lockers, towels and a shower facility at the rafting restaurant where lunch follows. The river section is the physical core, the part you operate, and it sets the pace for everything that comes after.
After lunch, the tour moves to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, where gray long-tailed macaques live freely among Hindu temples and jungle canopy. From there you visit Ubud Palace, still home to the royal family and a working center of artistic life in the town, then drive to Tegalalang Rice Terrace for the views the region is known for. The day ends at Tegenungan Waterfall, a spot built for photographs. A private air-conditioned car and English-speaking driver handle all the transitions. You see five distinct places without arranging transport or navigation.
The tour runs ten hours total. Children from age 5 can raft. The operator notes it is not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health. Bring sunscreen, a camera and a change of clothes. A vegetarian lunch option is available if you request it at booking.
Is this one for you?Book this tour if you are staying in Ubud or nearby without a car. The private driver means you do not need to navigate between the river, the sanctuary, the palace, the rice terrace and the waterfall. The transport is arranged and the day flows from one stop to the next without gaps.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Malay.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 11 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What is the Ayung River rafting like?
The Ayung River section lasts two hours and includes scenic rapids and views of hidden waterfalls. You raft with a professional guide using safety-approved equipment. The operator provides lockers, towels and a shower facility at the rafting restaurant where lunch is served afterward.
Can I see monkeys at the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary?
The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is home to gray long-tailed macaques that roam freely among Hindu temples and jungle. The sanctuary is a natural habitat where the monkeys live, not an enclosure.
What does the Tegalalang Rice Terrace look like?
Tegalalang Rice Terrace is known for its breathtaking views of stepped rice paddies. It is a working agricultural landscape and a major photo spot in the Ubud region.
Is lunch included, and what are the options?
Lunch is a buffet served at the rafting restaurant after the two-hour river section. A vegetarian option is available. Let the operator know at booking if you need it.
How long is the full tour?
The tour runs ten hours from start to finish, including two hours on the river, lunch, and visits to four sites around Ubud.
Do I need to arrange my own transport to the river?
No. A private air-conditioned car and English-speaking driver pick you up and handle all transport throughout the day, including the drive to the Ayung River and between each stop.
Rafting on Ayung River, Ubud: Full-day with Sacred Monkey Forest
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