Where to Walk In and Raft Out: the 14 Best River Trips

1.Monkey Business 3 days – 2 nights Jungle trekking (including rafting)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 294 reviews · from $205Our pick

Join Monkey Business Tours from Bukit Lawang for a private three-day jungle trek in Gunung Leuser National Park. Guides such as Kian, Dedi, Nang Nang, and Bimbo lead you through rainforest trails, wildlife areas, river swims, overnight camp life, and a rafting trip. Meals, jungle shoes, water, and mosquito repellent are included.

“Een fantastische ervaring in de jungle! Naast de prachtige natuur, de fantastische hikes die we gedaan hebben en dieren (inclusief Orang Oetans) mogen spotten. Heeft Maruhang ons fantastisch begeleid in de jungle! Ik heb me geen moment Read more”

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2.Mount Batur Sunrise Trek and White Water Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 193 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $47Best value

Start before dawn with a guided Mount Batur climb, breakfast beside the crater, and sunrise views of Lake Batur. Then rinse off at the Mt. Batur Lounge and raft the Ayung River for about three hours. Guides such as Nova, Tania, and Manggie are praised for patience and helpful photos.

“We had an absolutely fantastic experience and our guide Nova was amazing. He was so helpful and positiv and he made the experience even better.”

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3.Monkey Business 2 days – 1 night Jungle Trekking (including rafting)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · from $144

Trek into Gunung Leuser National Park from Bukit Lawang, sleep at a jungle camp beside the river, watch for orangutans and monkeys, and raft through the rainforest. Guides such as Dedi, Ian, and Putra may lead the trip, with meals, jungle shoes, water, and mosquito repellent included.

“Our family experienced an awsome junggle trip in Bukit Lawang. Our guide Dedi was the best, the coolest guide knowing junggle into the deep of its heart.”

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4.2-Day Jungle Trekking & Rafting in North Sumatra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $157

Spend two days in Gunung Leuser National Park with an HPI-certified guide and assistant. Trek through rainforest, watch for orangutans and gibbons, swim in rivers, sleep in a tent, enjoy meals at camp, and raft back to Bukit Lawang. Pickup is available across North Sumatra.

“This Trip has been the best adventure! We walked through the deep green jungle up and down through the rainforest of Sumatra. If you want to experience nature: this is the trip to take! On our 2Days1Night Tour we were lucky to see GibbonsRead more”

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5.Chiang Mai ATV & White Water Rafting & Trekking to Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 84 reviews · 1 day

Spend a full day outside Chiang Mai with a one-hour ATV ride, five-kilometer rafting trip on the Maetang River, and a two-hour jungle trek to a waterfall. English-speaking guides such as Tony and Tata lead the day, with lunch, equipment, insurance, and minivan transfers included.

“the atv and the rafting was a very amazing experience, the view to the waterfall is breathtaking. we really recommend to do this trip.”

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6.Pure Trek Canyoning & White Water Rafting in La Fortuna

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $204

Start with Pure Trek’s waterfall rappelling, rock climbing, and zipline in a rainforest canyon, then ride 45 minutes to the Balsa River for Class 2 to 3 rafting. Guides such as Byran, Augusto, Mario, and Warner have earned praise for calm safety instruction. Hotel pickup, lunch, and drinks are included.

“We had a great time rappelling the waterfalls. During our white water rafting, we tipped over and out raft guide (Mario) did an amazing job at keeping us safe and bringing us back on board! 10 out of 10 recommend this tour to anyone.”

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7.Whitewater Rafting and Waterfall Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 10 hours · from $112

Spend 10 hours in Mae Taeng District hiking through orchards and jungle to a 10-meter waterfall, then rafting 10 kilometers of class III and IV rapids. Guides such as Tin, Sack, Sam, and O are known for clear safety help and good humor. Bring dry clothes, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

“The trekking guide (Moss?) was very informative and taught us about the local plants. Rafting rescue guide Tom was very safe and funny, was nice to be able to communicate English very well.”

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8.Wonderful 2Days 1Night Bukit Lawang Jungle Trekking Free Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $145

Trek into Gunung Leuser National Park with certified English-speaking guides, looking for orangutans, monkeys, and rare birds. Camp beside a river or waterfall, eat fresh jungle meals, then return by traditional river tubing. Guides named in guest feedback include Nang Nang, Marwan, and Iman.

“Gao was phenomenal at getting my trip booked and easily included transportation from and to Medan, as well as hotel nights. She responded almost immediately each time. Do you ever sleep?!”

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9.Mount Batur Volcano – Sunrise Trekking with White Water Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $90

Leave Kuta around 1:30am for a guided Mount Batur sunrise hike, breakfast at the summit, and Class II and III rafting on the Ayung River. Your driver handles the long transfers, and Asta has earned special praise for his care. Bring layers, sturdy shoes, and plenty of energy.

“Our guide for the hike itself was amazing, our driver Asta was even better. The rafting itself was a beautiful view but could probably have done without after hiking so early in the morning.. overall amazing experience. Thanks!”

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10.Motta Camastra: Alcantara Gorges Body Rafting and River Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · 2 hours · from $71

Trek upstream through the Alcantara Gorge, pass waterfalls and rapids, reach the Cascata di Venere, then body raft back with a certified guide. The two-hour outing includes a wetsuit, helmet, river shoes, buoyancy vest, storage, and parking. Bring a swimsuit and towel.

“The guide was very friendly and patient. Very cool experience!”

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11.Bukit lawang tour 3days-2 night jungle trekking including rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · from $193

You’ll spend three days and two nights in Gunung Leuser National Park with local English-speaking guides such as Nanang, Angga, and Suria. Expect long jungle hikes, riverbank camping, simple meals, possible orangutan sightings, and a rafting return to Bukit Lawang.

“An amazing experience! Guides were very freindly, food was great and so were the views. Thankyou to Nanang, Angga and Suria!”

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12.ONE DAY JUNGLE TREKKING 6-7 hours (see orang utan) + RAFTING in BUKIT LAWANG

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $90

Spend about 6 to 7 hours in Gunung Leuser National Park with a certified English-speaking guide. Trek for 5 to 6 hours, look for orangutans, gibbons, macaques, monkeys, and hornbills, then return by traditional raft or tubing. Lunch, fruit, water, permits, and entrance fees are included.

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13.07 Day: Inca Jungle Adventure with Mountain Bike, Rafting, Zipline & Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $1,129

Travel from Cusco through the Sacred Valley and jungle to Machu Picchu by bike, raft, zipline, and foot. Expect altitude adjustment, early starts, simple hostel nights, and guides such as Jonathan, Wilbert, Percy, or Freddy, depending on your group.

“Our guide Jonathan was wonderful. We felt safe and cared for with our best interest in mind the entire trip. Johnathan was able to build a bridge over the tour company's gaps making the trip seamless for our family.”

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14.Khao Sok Rainforest | Hiking & Bamboo Rafting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $102

Travel from Khao Lak to Khao Sok National Park for a guided 6-kilometer rainforest walk, a swim in a clear stream, Thai lunch, and a calm bamboo raft trip on the Sok River. Guides such as Ron, Mong, and Rin add nature and local insight, with hotel pickup included.

“Learning about the jungle from our knowledgeable guide among was our biggest takeaway. Additionally, Mong would find great opportunities for me to photograph many types of animals in the wild.”

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