Gianyar, Regency

White Water Rafting at Ayung River

Ayung is name of a river at Kedewatan Village, Ubud, Gianyar Regency. The word Ayung is derived from ayu meaning beautiful. Beautiful because its riverbank is overgrown by unspoiled lush tropical forest. Amusing monkeys jump from one twig to another to look for food, various birds are dancing and singing cheerfully breaks the tranquillity of the crystal clear-watered river. Its water is just like snow clump falling from the height of natural gorge. Ayung River is just like a virgin girl attracting everyone’s heart who catches sight of her. The allure of Ayung River then draws some water tourism companies to compete in providing a variety of water attractions.

Ketut Weji, a guide leader at Bali Adventure Rafting says that the company is one of rafting companies in Bali that offers five-star service. It was established in 1989 and known as the safest rafting company in Bali for family. That’s why participants of 6 to 75 years old can join the activity safely without needing to feel anxiety. It’s caused by Bali Adventure Rafting constitutes the only rafting company employing equipments of which standard has been internationally recognized. Safety of AVON raft employed by the company has been internationally acknowledged so safety of those, either professionals or beginners, will be completely assured.
Having affixed signature on the safety insurance document, friendly guide will escort you to a room to select life jacket in accordance with the size fitting yourself. Then, they will deliver the paddle to you. They do not forget to give you waterproof plastic bag for keeping your belongings. When all equipments are ready, you are invited to step down the stairs amounting to 400 levels made in such a way that you feel safe to go down along the steep gorge. Handhold and podium to enjoy the surrounding panorama is also available. As soon as you arrive at the river fringe, the professionally trained and experienced guides are at your service along with their raft. While waiting for other participants, you can watch the attraction of tens of monkeys that are jumping from one twig to another to look for food.
Before leaving, your guide will give some explanation on what you should do during your exploration along the river of 8 km. While sailing, you will pass by 27 classes II and III (measurement used to determine swift of the rapids). According to Ketut Weji, several world celebrities have ever experienced the route owned by Bali Adventure Rafting, such as illusionist David Cooperfield, supermodel Claudia Schiffer and Hollywood fighting actor Jean-Claude Van Damme.
From the experience of Bali Travel News during joining this attraction, apart from obtaining impressive experience, you will also accomplish to relieve your stress. Along the passage, you can also joke with other participants. Two hours time is felt only for some minutes. Steve, a guest from England admitted that he has joined the rafting at Bali Adventure for two times. “I’m glad and will join again in the upcoming year,” said Steve who stayed at Villa Semana Ubud.
“Extraordinary, I’ll tell my colleagues to try this rafting adventure,” said Michiko, a charming girl from Sakura country. “I like best its waterfall,” uttered Rumi, a friend of Michiko.
According to Dominque, a man from Belgium, he liked his tour guides, as they were friendly and loyal. Adventure with total action and fun was ended with taking a bath by means of warm water. Having changed your clothes, you will be led to have buffet meals in a restaurant with spectacular view. While eating, you can watch your adventure through VCD that specially played and even you may bring home the production and the snapshot results of professional photographers. Your travel to Bali will not be complete if you have not joined in this rafting. (BTN/Made Suambara)