Bali has held a certification assessment for rafting guides who work on the Ayung River in the Ubud area. The assessment was organised on 16–17 May by Indonesia’s Ministry of Tourism and LSP Pramindo, an organisation that evaluates the professional skills of tourism industry workers.
Fifty guides from various rafting operators took part. The assessment was held at Masing Adventure Rafting and lasted two days.
The guides were assessed through interviews, on-route observation, and practical tasks. They had to demonstrate how they work with tourists, assess risks, respond in emergencies, and comply with occupational health and safety requirements.
A separate section focused on water rescue. Participants practised throwing a rescue rope, what to do if the raft flips, and evacuating tourists from the route.
Around 22 operators work along the Ayung River. In total there are roughly 600 guides there, and most of them still do not have official certification.
The federation requested 100 places for certification, but the 2026 budget approved participation for only 50 people. The organisation expects such assessments to be carried out regularly.
The rafting route on the Ayung is about 17 kilometres long. The trip usually takes up to 2.5 hours. Because of the route length, the current, the weather, and changing water levels, these trips require strict guide training.
The Ministry of Tourism’s official standard classifies rafting as a tourism business with a medium-to-high level of risk. For such operators, it is not only the rafts and equipment that matter, but also well-trained staff, clear operating procedures, and a safety system.
Source: balipost.com
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