About this tour
Drift down the Pakerisan River near Ubud on an inflatable tube, navigating 4.5 kilometres of varying water conditions from bouncy rapids to glassy pools. This six-hour excursion suits anyone seeking river thrills without the intensity of full rafting. Hotel pickup takes you roughly 30 minutes from Ubud or 90 minutes from Kuta to Tampaksiring, where trained guides kit you out and walk you through safety protocols before pushing off.
Highlights
- 4.5-kilometre tube float through mixed rapids and calm sections
- Scenic Pakerisan River valley with lush vegetation throughout
- Professional guides manage safety and navigation
- Lunch included after the river portion
- Accessible alternative to traditional whitewater rafting
- Hotel collection and return included
What to expect
You'll start with an early hotel pickup and a short drive to the Tampaksiring launch point. Once there, staff issue you a tube, helmet, and life jacket—a safety briefing covers the basics of balance and paddle technique. The 1.5-hour float alternates between sections where the current picks up pace and stretches where the water settles, giving your arms a break. You'll see riverbanks lined with jungle canopy and hear plenty of birdsong. After climbing out, you'll dry off, eat lunch with the crew, and head back to your accommodation by early afternoon.
Good to know
Not suitable if you have spinal issues, serious heart conditions, or are pregnant. The activity works for most fitness levels. Bring a dry change of clothes and water shoes with grip. Your phone won't survive—leave it behind or use a waterproof case.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.