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Water Rafting in Bali

There are a few sport activities available in Bali. From para-sailing at beach front, cycling at the countryside to water rafting in rapids. By far, water rafting is the highlight of the trip. I guess I am addicted to water rafting. Had it another round in Sabah recently.

There are two popular rivers catered for water rafting in Bali - Sungai Ayung and Telagawaja. The rapids in Telagawaja is classified as class 3 and rapid. There are 2 points with almost 90 degree down slope (see the side photo; unfortunately I don't have my photo). This is the scariest part.

The raft in Telagawaja starts from the upstream river, near Besakih area. From the narrow stream, one needs to go through several villages, marked by low rise bamboo bridges. Of course you need to bend yourself so that you won't hit the bridge. Along the way, one will see magnificient view of rice field and vertical hill wall. We banged to the wall few times though. Our raft members (2 from Russia) weren't good in navigating. Anyway, it was a fun and exciting raft.

Cost wise, we paid US55 for 2 pax. Some Chinese tourists can even get cheaper than that. The published rate was US60 per pax.

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