ATV Ubud and Ayung River Rafting

Ubud’s countryside looks very different from the back of an ATV, and the Ayung River gives you a second kind of adventure in the same day. You’ll ride through rice fields, villages, jungle paths, and even an underground cave, then paddle through a river gorge beneath steep green cliffs.

I like the door-to-door transport and the clean changing facilities, since you can get muddy without worrying about the trip back to your hotel. I also like the choice of a solo or tandem ATV, plus lunch and bottled water included in the $90 price. The main consideration is that the rafting is active but not especially intense, and the full day may feel long if you want a quiet Ubud outing.

Key points to know before booking

• Two different adventures in one day: Ride off-road trails at Alasan Adventure, then raft the Ayung River.
• Solo or tandem ATVs: Solo rides require you to be at least 16, while children ages 9 to 15 must ride with an adult.
• A useful Ubud service: Hotel pickup, drop-off, bottled water, lunch, insurance, and equipment are included.
• Clean facilities matter: The rafting base provides lockers, showers, and changing rooms.
• The group stays manageable: The activity accepts a maximum of 15 people.
• Plan around the age and weight rules: ATV riders must be no older than 59 and weigh no more than 165 kilograms.

Two Bali adventures packed into eight hours

This is a good choice when you want a full day of activity without arranging separate transport, equipment, and meals. The schedule pairs an ATV ride with Ayung River rafting, so the day moves from dry dirt trails to wet river action.

The advertised duration is about eight hours. That includes transfers, instructions, both activities, lunch, and time to change. The actual pace can vary with pickup locations and group timing, but you should treat this as a full-day plan rather than a quick morning outing.

I like the contrast. The ATV section gives you control over the speed and route, while rafting depends on your guide and the river. You get mud, engine noise, and open trails first, followed by water, paddling, and jungle cliffs.

The balance is not perfectly even. The rafting is described as fun and scenic, but the rapids may be modest rather than wild. If you want a serious white-water challenge, this may feel gentle. If you want a first rafting experience with good scenery and manageable thrills, that is a strength.

The ATV ride through Ubud’s countryside

The first stop is Alasan Adventure ATV, an activity park outside Ubud that runs quad-bike trips through countryside, rice fields, jungle, and village areas. The ride lasts about two hours, with admission, equipment, instruction, and a professional instructor included.

You’ll begin with a safety briefing and instructions before setting out. This is important even if you have ridden an ATV before. Bali’s off-road routes can include uneven ground, muddy sections, narrow paths, and changes in speed, so listen carefully before you start.

The most interesting feature is the mix of scenery. This is not simply a ride around a closed motor track. The route is designed to show you parts of rural Bali while giving you enough rough ground and turns to make the ride exciting.

A particularly memorable detail is the underground cave mentioned in the activity feedback. It adds variety to the ride and gives the route a feature you will not get from a standard paved-road excursion.

You can choose a solo quad or a tandem ride. A solo ride gives you more control and suits you if you want to handle the machine yourself. A tandem ATV is useful for couples, families, or anyone who would rather share the ride with an adult driver.

There are firm rules here. Solo riders must be at least 16 years old. Children ages 9 to 15 must have an adult present and ride tandem. Tandem bookings must be made in even numbers, such as two, four, six, or eight people, and at least two people are required for a tandem booking.

The maximum age for the ATV portion is 59, and the maximum weight is 165 kilograms. Check these conditions before paying, particularly if your group includes children, older adults, or people who may be near the weight limit.

You should also expect to get dirty. The appeal is the rough route, not a polished sightseeing drive. Wear clothes and shoes you do not mind washing, and use the changing facilities afterward. Helmets and boots are supplied as part of the quad-bike equipment.

What makes Alasan Adventure worth your time

The ATV outing works because it gives you more than speed. You pass through rural settings, see rice-growing areas, and move through terrain that is difficult to reach on a typical Ubud day tour.

I like that the activity includes an instructor rather than leaving you to work out the controls alone. The experience is aimed at people with moderate physical fitness, but you do not need to be an expert rider. You do need to follow instructions, manage the quad carefully, and be comfortable with an active two-hour outing.

The facility is also described as having well-maintained trails and safety standards. That does not remove all risk, but it matters when you are choosing between an organized ATV route and an informal rental.

The drawback is that the activity may not suit everyone. You will deal with noise, mud, heat, and physical effort. If you have limited mobility or want a calm photo tour, choose another Ubud activity. This is best for people who want some controlled disorder in their day.

Lunch gives you a useful break between activities

Lunch is included, and you have a choice of eating at the ATV facility or having a buffet meal at the rafting location. The information also describes an option to enjoy lunch above the Agung River, so confirm the exact meal location when your driver or operator contacts you.

This choice is more useful than it may sound. After two hours on an ATV, you may want to shower and eat before getting into a raft. If your schedule places lunch at the rafting base, you can move directly into the next part of the day. If it is served at the ATV base, you may get a more natural pause between activities.

Bottled water is supplied in the car. Alcohol is not included, and alcoholic drinks are not part of the activity plan. Keep drinking water during the day, especially after the ATV ride and before rafting.

Do not expect a long restaurant meal with a wide selection based only on the information provided. Think of lunch as practical fuel included in a busy outdoor day.

Rafting the Ayung River from Kedewatan

The rafting portion begins at Ayung Dewata Rafting on Jalan Raya Kedewatan in Ubud. You receive a short briefing before entering the river, and the company provides rafting equipment, lockers, showers, and a changing room.

Those facilities are a real advantage. Rafting usually means wet clothes, and the ability to store belongings securely and change afterward makes the day easier. It also means you do not have to sit in wet gear for the ride back to your hotel.

The rafting lasts about three hours. You can expect a mix of paddling, river movement, bumps, and views of jungle and cliffs. The scenery is likely to be the main reward. The river runs through a striking section of Ubud, with steep sides and thick plant growth around the water.

The water action is enjoyable but may not be extreme. One detailed account described the rapids as not particularly large, while praising the jungle scenery. That gives you a fair idea of the experience: active enough to feel like an adventure, but not necessarily the right pick for someone chasing powerful rapids.

Your rafting instructor plays a large part in the mood and safety of this section. Gedut is specifically praised for being fun and helpful, and the guides are responsible for the briefing, paddling directions, and the group’s progress down the river.

You should have a moderate level of physical fitness. Rafting requires paddling, balance, and getting in and out of the raft. If someone in your group is not comfortable with the river, the ATV portion can still be enjoyable, but the package is built around doing both activities.

Transfers make the $90 price easier to judge

The price is $90 per person. That is not a bargain-basement Bali activity, but the value improves because the package includes hotel pickup and drop-off, bottled water, lunch, instructors, ATV and rafting equipment, lockers, showers, changing rooms, and insurance coverage.

You are also paying for a full day of transport and coordination. Without the included transfer, you would need to arrange a vehicle between your hotel, the ATV base, the rafting center, and your return trip. That can eat up time and make a two-part adventure less convenient.

The group size is capped at 15 people. That is large enough for a social outing but small enough to avoid the feel of a major bus tour. The actual group for each activity can vary, so do not assume you will receive a private guide.

Door-to-door pickup is especially useful in Bali, where traffic can make distances take longer than expected. The driver may also help keep the day moving between locations. Yande is specifically praised for confirming the trip by WhatsApp the day before and arriving on time, so keep your phone available for pickup details.

The package does not include souvenir photos. You can buy those separately if available. If you want photos, bring only what you can keep secure, since you will be on a wet river and a muddy trail.

Who should book this Ubud combination?

I would recommend this outing if you want two active experiences in one day and prefer having transport, meals, and equipment arranged. It suits couples, families with eligible older children, and friends who want a shared adventure rather than a quiet cultural tour.

It is also a good fit if you want to see rural Ubud without spending the day on a standard car route. The ATV reaches rice fields, village areas, and jungle paths, while the raft gives you a different view from below the cliffs.

You should think twice if your group has different comfort levels. A confident ATV rider may love the route, while someone who dislikes mud or motor noise may not. Likewise, a person who is uneasy in moving water may want to skip the rafting, even though the river section is not described as especially extreme.

The age, weight, and tandem rules make group planning important. If you need tandem ATVs, book an even number of people. If one member of your group cannot take part in rafting, ask how the operator will handle that before the day begins.

The activity has free cancellation if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted, so wait until your plans are firm.

My call: a strong choice for an active Bali day

Book this ATV and Ayung River combination if you want a practical, high-energy day with scenery, mud, water, lunch, and hotel transfers in one price. The strongest parts are the varied ATV route, the clean shower and changing facilities, the reliable transfer service, and the chance to choose solo or tandem riding.

Do not book it expecting huge rapids or a relaxed Ubud sightseeing day. The rafting is likely to be more scenic than extreme, and both activities demand a moderate level of fitness.

For most people who want a first taste of Bali adventure, $90 is a reasonable price for the amount included. Confirm your pickup, meal location, rider ages, tandem arrangement, and rafting expectations before you go. Then bring clothes you can get muddy, and let the day be active.

FAQ

How long does the ATV and rafting experience last?

The full experience lasts about eight hours, including transportation, both activities, lunch, instructions, and changing time.

Where does the ATV ride take place?

The ATV section takes place at Alasan Adventure in the Ubud area, with trails through countryside, rice fields, villages, jungle, and scenic rural areas.

Where does the rafting begin?

The rafting starts at Ayung Dewata Rafting on Jalan Raya Kedewatan in Ubud.

Can I choose between a solo and tandem ATV?

Yes. You can choose a solo or tandem ATV, subject to the age and booking rules.

What is the minimum age for a solo ATV?

The minimum age for a solo ATV is 16.

Can children join the ATV ride?

Children ages 9 to 15 can join only with an adult present and must ride tandem.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included either at the ATV location or as a buffet at the rafting location. The experience also describes a lunch option above the Agung River, so confirm the exact location before the activity.

Are showers and lockers available?

Yes. The rafting location provides lockers, showers, and changing rooms.

What happens if I cancel?

You receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted.