A tube and some deep canyons – I give you Canyon Tubing BALI

Left Vision Villas at around 9:30am, Tyler, myself and Roz for an adventure we all had very little knowledge of besides a few comments from guests saying it was real good fun.

About an hour drive, some Indonesian revision and a game of chess on the iphone and we’re there. It’s operated by the same guys who do the Quad biking so we are instantly recognized by the staff, they are full of fun and nonsense, I like it…

We’re kitted up and head to the drop off point in a 1980’s Land Rover, amazing it still goes. There are a few surprises but I’ll leave those for you to find when you do it.

Ok, 10 minutes later and we are at the canyon start, it looks amazing, we’ve dropped down deep into a gauge and we are  looking down at a sensational river deep down in the walls, it’s kinda spooky and tranquil at the same time.

Splash and we’re in, oh… it’s a little nippy, glad I brought my anti-chafe top.

Roz is off first and we’re hot on her heels. I must have a dud tube, Tyler’s seems much faster than mine, bugga!

We hit the first stop, yeah Fox Flying, this looks like a ride. We buckle up and go plummeting down the wire, wow we pick up some good pace, what a ride, let me at that again, hope the photos came out well.

Back in the tubes and we’re off for the next section, cool drop off and rapids, the guides are so well organized and are protecting us at each semi dangerous part. Our tourist friend is having problems staying in his tube over the drops, I know Roz captured that one, he’s a laugh.

That was kinda scary especially when you go backwards down the rapids and drops, enough to get the heart pumping and some adrenalin flowing, it’s a blast. Now we’re jumping into the tubes and surfing the rapids, it’s so much fun.

Down to the last stretch, and 20 minutes of just lying back in the tube and enjoying the phenomenal surrounds and picture perfect overhanging trees, 20-30 meters above us…. Stunning, relaxing and revitalizing.... You've go to do it...

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I give it:

Off the richter scale: 7 (as an indication to thrill seekers)
Value for money: 5 ($150 for Adults and $110 for children)
Scenery: 7
Cultural: 2 (We went through some amazing scenic places however didn't really connect with the locals other than the tour guides and supporters)
Family: 8 (Absolutely, especially if you want to get some wonderful photo's and things to tell your friends at home about your holiday)