True Bali Experience is an exciting and dynamic family business. It was established in 1995 to provide and operated soft adventures with one of the highest international standards of safety, training and conservation. True Bali Experience began as Ayung River Rafting – the island’s 1st locally owned rafting company – offers : River’s White Water Adventure, Jungle Trekking of Bedugul, Village Trekking of Carangsari, Cycling in three different location : Village for Village Cycling, Kintamani for mountain cycling, Jatiluwih for Rice Paddy Cycling, Bali Horse Riding at Saba Beach, Photoshoot Experience
In 2001, Bali Horse Riding joined the stable, and with over 20 horses and beautiful beaches to ride them on, became an instant success. We also have convertible ‘topless’ VW Safaris for you to tour the island on! Check them out on our product pages. Alit Yudha, the company’s founder, , the son of the National Hero, I Gusti Ngurah Rai, had a dream to improve the social conditions in the surrounding villages by encouraging tourism. When the company started it had only a handful of people, and now it contributes to employing up to 200 people in and around the beautiful location.
Experience Bali’s ‘must-do’ rafting adventure as you descend through lush tropical forest to the heart of the Ayung River. After a thorough safety briefing you’ll pass through stunning scenery as you shoot thrilling Class 2-3 rapids in magnificent surroundings. The whitewater action is interspersed with Casual River cruising as you glide beneath the jungle canopy above.
Discover hidden waterfalls and enjoy a swim in pristine waters and gain insight into river ecology from our expert and experienced guides. The experience ends at Karangdalem with a hot shower and delicious buffet lunch overlooking the stunning panorama of the valley.
Cycle into the heartland of Bali with a tour along the back roads of Carangsari, and be granted a glimpse into the daily life and vibrant culture of Bali. The tour, suitable for guests of all ages and physical condition, includes a visit to a typical Balinese household, a stopover at the memorial of I Gusti Ngurah Rai, a national hero and namesake of Bali’s airport born in Carangsari, and ends with a close encounter with the surprisingly well-mannered monkeys inhabiting the sacred nutmeg forest at Sangeh. Lunch is served overlooking panoramic vistas of nearby Ubud.
Kintamani Mountain CyclingCycle from the chill mists at the roof of Bali through local villages to the artisan’s colony of Ubud in the island's signature biking adventure. Fueling up with a light breakfast overlooking the Mount Batur volcano and crater lake, you’ll wind though the back roads, seeing the scenery and vegetation change as you descend one vertical kilometer, through villages inaccessible by car, enjoying local refreshments of fresh coconut and visiting a traditional Balinese house. The morning adventure ends with a feast at the Bridge Café in Ubud.
Jatiluwih Rice Paddy CyclingPedal through the most beautiful scenery in Bali with a cycling tour of the terraced rice paddies in the highland village of Jatiluwih. This World Heritage Site is a living museum showcasing the island's traditional methods of agriculture, where clever land use and cooperative use of water and other resources turns almost-vertical hillsides into lush, ‘postcard’ rice paddies. The tour ends with a sumptuous lunch, featuring organic Jatiluwih rice and fresh mountain vegetables, overlooking Bali’s ultimate rice paddy view.
Take an intimate glimpse into the real Bali with a beautiful trek alongside verdant rice paddies and fragrant coffee and cocoa plantations in a walking exploration of Carangsari village. On this tour, suitable for all ages and physical conditions, you’ll visit a typical Balinese household to witness the timeless routines of daily life, and gain insight into Balinese history with a stop at the monument of I Gusti Ngurah Rai, an Indonesian national hero. Combine with our Pod Chocolate Tour in our Agro-Adventure package!
Enter the jungle with a trek into the highland rain forest above the stunning lake-side village of Bedugul. During this moderate trek you’ll explore a pristine conservation forest and enjoy breathtaking panoramas while our expert guide educates you on jungle ecology and wildlife. Then enjoy a traditional canoe trip across calm lake waters across the beautiful lake Beratan.
Factory Tour Education, Free Chocolate Testing & Free Chocolate Making
Explore hidden scenery and experience the thrill of a gallop along the beach with our horse-back excursion along Saba Bay. After a comprehensive safety briefing from our professional guides, you’ll embark on a memorable horse-riding experience over black volcanic sands alongside the crashing waves of this pristine, seldom-visited beach, with the stark cliffs of Nusa Penida Island and the great volcano Gunung Agung in the background.
See the brightly colored jukung boats of the village fishermen and visit the Segara Wilis temple, where offerings are made against the perils of the sea. During the ride you’ll leave the beach to explore gardens of banana, pineapple, bamboo, and alang-alang that forms the roof of traditional Balinese dwellings.
We give you the opportunity to capture your precious romantic moments joining our graceful horse for one hour on the beautiful beach of Saba. The photographer will freely capture shots from every possible angle for you and your loving partner to be picture perfect.
