Telaga Waja Rafting and Besakih Temple Tour from Seminyak

Three hours on the Telaga Waja, then four cultural stops in one day

A full-day private tour from Seminyak combining three hours of white-water rafting on the Telaga Waja River with visits to Besakih Temple, Bukit Jambul Rice Terrace and Kerta Gosa palace. Hotel pickup is included, as are lunch, all entrance tickets, rafting equipment and an English-speaking guide. The rafting suits beginners and experienced paddlers alike, with a break mid-trip for photos and rest.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Telaga Waja River3h · entry included
2. Besakih Temple1h · entry included

Rafting and cultural sightseeing tour

• Hotel/villa pickup at 8:00 AM
• 3-hour Telaga Waja white water rafting
• Lunch at rafting restaurant
• Visit Besakih Temple
• Visit Bukit Jambul Rice Terrace
• Visit Kerta Gosa heritage site
• Return to hotel/villa drop-off

The experience

The day starts with pickup from your hotel in Seminyak at 8:00 AM and heads to the Telaga Waja River, where you spend three hours on the water. The river runs through rainforest, rice fields and stone cliffs, with sections that splash water from small waterfalls. The kind of moment that makes the trip memorable without being extreme. Beginners and experienced rafters both find their rhythm here. The rapids are accessible but real. Midway through, you pull over for a break to catch your breath, take photos or just sit with the sound of the water.

After rafting, you shower and change at the facility, then head to a restaurant for a buffet lunch. The afternoon moves through three stops: Besakih Temple, Bali's largest and holiest Hindu temple, sits 1,000 meters high on Mount Agung's slopes and comprises 86 separate temples surrounded by rice paddies and hills. Next is Bukit Jambul Rice Terrace in eastern Bali, where the valley views and fresh air settle in after the morning's intensity. The final stop is Kerta Gosa, a heritage palace complex dating to 1686, with hand-painted ceilings and a floating hall that shows traditional Balinese architecture at its finest.

Your driver speaks English and guides the whole day, handling the route and the timing so you move between sites without figuring out transport. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and all entrance fees, rafting insurance, equipment and towels are included. A vegetarian lunch option is available if you request it when booking.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off from Seminyak.
• three hours of rafting on the Telaga Waja River with a professional guide.
• all rafting equipment, safety gear, towels and shower facilities.
• buffet lunch at a rafting restaurant.
• entrance tickets to Besakih Temple, Bukit Jambul Rice Terrace and Kerta Gosa.
• an air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking driver for the full day.
• rafting insurance and all taxes and service charges.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (13 to 65 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Malay

Audio guideEnglish and Malay

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bali Rafting Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you're staying in Seminyak without a car: the included pickup from your hotel gets you to the river and temple stops, so you can focus on the rafting and sightseeing rather than managing transport logistics.

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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 (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 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.

How difficult is the Telaga Waja River for someone who has never rafted before?

The Telaga Waja is accessible to beginners and does not require prior experience. The rapids are real enough to be exciting (you will feel the water and the current), but the river is designed so paddlers of all levels can navigate it safely with a professional guide.

What is Besakih Temple and why is it important?

Besakih is Bali's Mother Temple and the largest, holiest Hindu temple on the island, known for over 1,000 years. It sits high on Mount Agung and contains 86 separate temples within a complex surrounded by rice paddies, hills and streams. It is one of Bali's most sacred sites.

Does the tour include lunch, and can I request vegetarian food?

Lunch is a buffet served at a rafting restaurant after your time on the water and is included in the price. Vegetarian options are available. Let the operator know when you book if you need one.

Will I need to arrange my own transport from my hotel?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Seminyak is included. The driver collects you at 8:00 AM and returns you at the end of the day. Pickup is also available from Ubud, Sanur, Denpasar, Nusa Dua, Uluwatu, Jimbaran, Kuta, Legian, Canggu and other areas if you are staying elsewhere.

What should I bring and what is provided?

Bring sunscreen, a camera and a change of clothes. The operator provides all rafting equipment, safety gear, towels and access to shower and changing facilities at the rafting site. Wear smart casual clothing, and plan to change into your swimwear at the river.