Lombok White Water Rafting Ricefield and Waterfall Tour

The best part of this Lombok day trip is the mix: river rapids, rice fields, and forest waterfalls without splitting them into separate outings. You spend the morning on the Karang Bayan River, then trade the paddle for a forest walk and swimming pools at Benang Stokel and Benang Kelambu.

I like two things in particular. First, the roughly 5-kilometer rafting run gives the day real energy instead of being only a sightseeing drive. Second, the tour includes lunch, bottled water, coffee or tea, transport, and rafting equipment, so the $68 price covers most of the practical costs.

The main drawback is time. Nine hours is a long day, and the waterfall portion includes about 45 minutes of walking through the forest. If you want a slow, quiet waterfall visit, the rafting and driving schedule may feel busy.

Key points at a glance

• About 5 kilometers on the Karang Bayan River: Expect a proper rafting outing with twists, rapids, and lush scenery rather than a short floating ride.
• Two different waterfalls: Benang Stokel offers cliffside cascades and pools, while Benang Kelambu requires a forest walk to reach its greener, quieter setting.
• A full package for $68: Transport, lunch, water, coffee or tea, a boat, guides, and admission are included.
• Small group size: The activity accepts a maximum of 10 people, which should make the day easier to manage than a large coach excursion.
• Useful local support: An English-speaking driver is provided, and Rama has been praised for explaining Lombok during the drive.
• Rafting crew led by Zulkarnain: The river portion is organized with Zulkarnain and his colleagues, while Remi handles the overall arrangements.

Why this Lombok day trip works

Lombok is at its best when you get beyond a single viewpoint or beach stop. This outing links several outdoor settings in one day: cultivated rice fields, a flowing river, and waterfalls in forest country. You get movement, scenery, and a chance to cool off.

The plan also has a sensible rhythm. The rafting gives you an active start, while the waterfalls shift the mood toward walking, photographs, and swimming. That change matters. A full day of one activity can wear you down, but this tour breaks the day into two clear experiences.

You should still think of this as an adventure day, not a restful excursion. The start time is 8:00 am, the activity lasts about nine hours, and the waterfall walk takes roughly 45 minutes after Benang Stokel. You will want comfortable clothes and shoes suited to both water and uneven ground, though the supplied details do not specify a required dress code or footwear.

Starting with the Karang Bayan River

The rafting section covers approximately 5 kilometers on the Karang Bayan River and takes about three hours. That is enough time for the river itself to be the center of the morning, rather than a quick add-on before lunch.

You can expect a boat, a local guide, and a rafting crew to be provided. Zulkarnain and his colleagues are associated with the river portion, and their role is to keep the activity organized and fun. The available information describes the run as suitable for beginners as well as people with previous rafting experience.

That broad level of appeal is useful if your group has mixed experience. A confident rafter can enjoy the rapids, while a first-timer does not need to arrive as an expert. You will still need to be comfortable with an active water activity, and the tour is not designed as a passive sightseeing cruise.

The river route passes through Lombok’s lush countryside. The scenery is a major part of the appeal, since you are not simply looking at the river from a road. You move through its twists and rapids, with the surrounding greenery close by.

The exact difficulty of individual rapids is not provided, so I would not book this expecting a technical white-water challenge. The honest expectation is a lively, accessible rafting run with enough action to make the morning memorable.

Lunch and a practical mid-day break

Lunch is included after the rafting, along with bottled water and coffee or tea. That is a small detail with real value on a nine-hour outing. You do not need to arrange a separate meal between the river and waterfalls, and a hot drink can be welcome after an active morning.

The available information describes the lunch as very tasty, but it does not list the menu. If you have dietary restrictions, ask the operator before departure rather than assuming a particular meal can be provided.

The included refreshments also help explain the $68 cost. You are paying for transport, a guide, rafting equipment, admission to the waterfall stops, lunch, and drinks in one booking. For someone who wants a ready-made day rather than separate taxis, tickets, and activities, that is a fair bundle.

The value is less clear if you already have private transport and only want to visit one waterfall. In that case, you would be paying for the combined experience, not just one attraction.

Benang Stokel and the first waterfall stop

After rafting and lunch, the day moves to Benang Stokel. Here, water falls from the cliffs into a pool below, creating a straightforward first waterfall stop with an obvious visual payoff.

This is the easier portion of the waterfall visit as described. You can see the cascade, take photographs, and enjoy the pool before continuing farther into the forest. Swimming is part of the appeal at the waterfall area, based on the experience details, but the tour information does not specify whether swimming is permitted at every pool or how long you can stay in the water.

Benang Stokel works well as a first stop because it gives you a quick sense of the area before the longer walk to Benang Kelambu. The scene is not only about the waterfall itself. You also get the transition from organized activity to forest walking, with water and greenery shaping the afternoon.

Do not treat this as a quick roadside photo stop. The waterfall section is listed at about three hours, and the second waterfall requires more time on foot. If you want to take photographs or swim, the schedule gives the waterfall portion more weight than a simple stopover.

The forest walk to Benang Kelambu

From Benang Stokel, you continue for approximately 45 minutes through the forest to reach Benang Kelambu. That walk is the key difference between the two waterfall stops.

Benang Kelambu is described as a serene waterfall where water flows through lush greenery. Rather than dropping into one open pool in a single dramatic wall, the water works its way through the vegetation. This gives the second stop a more enclosed, leafy feel.

The walk itself is part of the attraction, but it is also the main physical consideration. You may find the route tiring after three hours of rafting, especially if the ground is uneven or wet. The supplied details do not give a difficulty rating, so you should judge your own comfort with a 45-minute forest walk.

The reward is a waterfall setting suited to photographs and swimming in the pools. The combination of running water, forest, and natural pools gives the afternoon a different character from the river. If rafting is the headline activity, Benang Kelambu is the slower visual counterpoint.

You should plan to carry only what you need during this section. The tour includes bottled water, but there is no stated information about lockers, changing rooms, or storage. Pack light and keep valuable items secure.

What the driver and guides add

An English-speaking driver and local guide are included. That matters in Lombok, where the distances between outdoor stops can turn a good day into a tiring one if transport is poorly managed.

Rama has driven the route and explained aspects of Lombok along the way. This makes the road time more useful than a silent transfer. You can ask questions and gain some local context while moving between the river and waterfalls.

Remi is connected with organizing the day, while Zulkarnain and his colleagues handle the rafting activity. Having separate people supporting the transport, overall arrangements, and river section suggests a coordinated experience rather than one person trying to manage every role.

Still, the tour description does not provide a detailed cultural program or a formal history presentation. Book it for outdoor scenery and activity, with local conversation as an added benefit, not as the main purpose.

A small group makes a difference

The maximum group size is 10 people. That is small enough to keep the day from feeling like a mass excursion, especially during the rafting section and forest walk.

A group of this size can also make transitions easier. You are less likely to spend a long time waiting for a large crowd to gather after lunch or at the waterfall. The exact group size on your date is not stated, so the maximum should not be read as a guarantee that the tour will fill to 10.

Pickup is offered, and the activity begins at 8:00 am. The tour ends back at the meeting point, which gives you a clear finish rather than leaving you to arrange a separate return. The exact pickup locations and meeting-point details should be confirmed when booking.

The tour is near public transportation, but pickup is the more convenient choice if it is available for your location. A full day with rafting and walking is not the time to add unnecessary transport puzzles.

What to bring and what to expect

The supplied details do not provide a formal packing list, so keep your preparation simple and practical. You will want clothing suitable for getting wet, a way to protect your phone, and footwear that feels secure for a forest walk.

Because swimming is part of the waterfall appeal, bring a change of clothes. The operator provides bottled water, coffee or tea, and lunch, but personal snacks are not mentioned. Alcohol is not included, and private expenses are also your responsibility.

The activity is listed as suitable for most people. That does not mean every person will find it easy. You should consider your comfort with rafting, wet conditions, and a 45-minute walk before booking. The information does not specify facilities for mobility limitations, so ask the provider directly if that affects your decision.

A mobile ticket is provided, and confirmation is received when you book. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the 8:00 am start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

Is $68 a good value?

At $68 per person, this tour offers strong value for someone who wants several Lombok activities handled in one day. You receive transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, a local guide, an English-speaking driver, rafting equipment and boat, lunch, water, coffee or tea, and admission to the waterfall sites.

The price also covers the convenience of combining locations that would otherwise require separate planning. You are not paying only for a waterfall ticket or a short rafting session. The main value comes from the full day and the range of included services.

The cost is less attractive if you dislike group activities or want to control every stop. The tour has a fixed 8:00 am start and a planned sequence from river to lunch to waterfalls. You gain convenience but give up some flexibility.

With only a maximum group size and no guaranteed private vehicle stated, do not assume this is a private tour. If privacy matters, ask Lombok Tour Club before booking.

Who should book this experience?

I would recommend this tour to you if you want an active day that combines water, forest, and countryside without arranging several separate excursions. It suits couples, friends, and families with older children who are comfortable with rafting and walking.

It is also a good fit for first-time rafters. The river run is described as suitable for beginners, and the guide and rafting crew are included. You get a real activity without needing to organize gear or find your own river transport.

You may want a different plan if your priority is a slow waterfall visit, luxury transport, or a private schedule. The day is long, the morning is active, and the forest walk adds effort after rafting.

Should you book the Lombok rafting and waterfall tour?

Book it if you want one well-filled outdoor day and value having transport, meals, equipment, admission, and local support arranged together. The mix of a 5-kilometer river run, Benang Stokel, and Benang Kelambu gives you more variety than a single-attraction trip.

Before paying, confirm the pickup point, what clothing or footwear is best for the current conditions, and whether the waterfall section allows enough time for swimming. If those details suit you, $68 is a sensible price for an active Lombok day with a small maximum group and several included extras.

FAQ

What time does the tour start?

The tour starts at 8:00 am.

How long does the experience last?

The full activity lasts approximately nine hours.

Where does the rafting take place?

The rafting takes place on the Karang Bayan River.

How far is the rafting route?

The rafting route covers approximately 5 kilometers.

Are beginners able to join the rafting?

Yes. The rafting activity is described as suitable for beginners and people with previous rafting experience.

How long is the walk to Benang Kelambu Waterfall?

The walk from Benang Stokel to Benang Kelambu takes approximately 45 minutes through the forest.

What is included in the price?

The price includes an air-conditioned vehicle, lunch, a rafting boat, bottled water, coffee or tea, a local guide, an English-speaking driver, and admission tickets.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded.