Bali ATV Ride And Ubud River Rafting With All Inclusive

The best part of this Ubud day is the combination: two very different adventures packed into one outing. You move from the cool rush of the Ayung River to muddy trails, rice fields, bamboo forest, and tropical scenery on a quad bike.

I like the private transport and the simple all-inclusive setup. Lunch, drinks, safety gear, insurance, guides, and bathrooms are covered, so you do not need to stitch the day together yourself. The main drawback is the pace: with two two-hour activities inside an eight-hour day, this is active from start to finish, and the ATV ride may feel demanding if you want a slow sightseeing day.

Key things to know before booking

• Two full activities: Plan on about two hours of rafting and two hours on an ATV, plus transfers, lunch, and the coffee plantation stop.
• Ayung River scenery: Expect tall green trees, river views, hidden waterfalls, and a chance to cool off in the water.
• ATV routes beyond the road: The ride passes rice fields, bamboo forest, lush riverbanks, and traditional Balinese villages.
• Private transport included: Your group travels together, rather than joining a large shared tour.
• Guides and drivers matter: Putu Bendi and a driver named Joke are praised for friendly, attentive service on separate outings.
• Bring budget for photos: Photos and DVD packages are not included but can be purchased.

Why this Bali adventure works so well

Many Bali day tours force you to choose between water and land. This one gives you both. The Ayung River supplies the cooler, more scenic half of the day, while the ATV ride adds noise, mud, and a stronger sense of motion.

That contrast keeps the outing from feeling repetitive. Rafting asks you to work with the current and your guide. The quad bike puts you behind the handlebars on a route through rural Ubud. You get a taste of Bali’s natural setting without spending the whole day in a vehicle.

The cost is $73.32 per person. For a private eight-hour outing with transport, two activities, lunch, drinks, equipment, instructors, and insurance, that is a solid package price. It is not the cheapest way to see Ubud, but it can be good value if you want an action day and would otherwise book rafting and an ATV ride separately.

The tradeoff is that this is built around activity time, not long stops. You will see rice fields and village areas from the ATV route, but this is not a walking tour or a detailed cultural visit. You are paying for movement, scenery, and convenience.

Rafting the Ayung River for two hours

The day includes about two hours on the Ayung River with a professional rafting guide. The river is described as unspoiled, with tall green trees, hidden waterfalls, and cool water where you can take a refreshing plunge.

This is the more scenic part of the experience. The river corridor gives you views that are hard to get from a regular road transfer. You are close to the water, surrounded by thick tropical growth, and moving through a setting that feels far removed from Ubud’s busy center.

The guide is important here. Rafting is not simply sitting in a boat and letting the river carry you. You will depend on the instructor for safety directions and the rhythm of the group. All safety equipment is provided, so you do not need to arrange a separate rental.

The water element also makes the activity feel physical. You should expect to get wet, particularly if you take the chance to cool off in the river. That can be welcome in Bali’s heat, but it also means you should think about what you wear and how you handle wet belongings.

No detailed route or rapid classification is provided, so you should not book this expecting a specific level of white-water intensity. The description promises thrilling rapids, river scenery, waterfalls, and a two-hour outing, but the exact water conditions can vary.

That uncertainty is worth keeping in mind. If you are a serious rafting enthusiast looking for technical rapids, you may want more route information before booking. If you want a guided river adventure with scenery and a clear time frame, the setup is easier to understand.

Lunch with rice-field views

After rafting, lunch is included at a rice-field restaurant. The package describes the meal as a buffet, with drinks also provided.

This is a useful pause between the two active sections. You can dry off, eat, and reset before getting onto the ATV. The setting matters too. A restaurant beside rice fields gives you a better sense of rural Bali than a meal stop chosen only for speed.

The meal is practical rather than the main attraction. No menu or dietary information is provided, so you should not assume a particular selection or special meal arrangement. If you have food restrictions, ask the operator before the day of the tour.

Lunch also helps explain the eight-hour duration. The listed activity times add up to four hours, but transfers, changing, safety instruction, eating, and the plantation stop fill out the rest of the day. You are not getting eight hours on a quad bike or eight hours on the river.

Riding an ATV through Ubud’s countryside

The second major activity is a two-hour ATV ride. You drive through rice fields, bamboo forest, lush riverbanks, and areas near traditional Balinese villages.

This is where the day becomes louder and messier. The ATV gives you a different view of Ubud than a car window does. You are on the route rather than simply passing it, and the surfaces are likely to feel more varied than a normal road. The supplied description specifically points to countryside terrain, riverbanks, and village areas.

You receive safety equipment and instruction from a guide or instructor. That is important for first-time riders. You do not need to arrive with your own helmet or other listed safety gear.

The tour is presented as a quad bike experience, but the information does not clearly explain how riders are assigned to vehicles. It also does not state the exact route difficulty or whether every participant drives alone. If that detail matters to you, ask before paying.

You should also expect the possibility of mud. The appeal of this ride is not just the machine. It is the off-road setting, the changing surfaces, and the feeling of being out in the countryside. Clean, polished clothing is a poor match for this part of the day.

The ATV ride may be the highlight for anyone who enjoys driving and physical activity. It may be less appealing if you prefer quiet village visits or worry about operating a vehicle. The instructor and safety equipment help, but they do not turn an active ride into a passive sightseeing stop.

The coffee plantation stop

The day finishes with a stop at a coffee plantation. This gives the schedule a calmer final note after the river and ATV sections.

The supplied details do not specify how long the stop lasts, what tasting is offered, or whether products are available to buy. Treat it as an added stop rather than the central reason to book the tour.

That is still useful. After several hours of activity, a plantation visit can give you time to slow down before returning to your accommodation. It also adds a familiar Bali tourism element to a day otherwise focused on sport and outdoor scenery.

If coffee is not a major interest for you, do not assign too much weight to this portion. The rafting and ATV rides are the real foundations of the experience.

Private transport makes the long day easier

Private transportation is included, and the tour is described as private, with only your group participating. Pickup is offered, which is a major convenience in Ubud, where moving between activity bases can take time.

Private transport gives you more control than a large shared coach. You remain with your own party, and you do not spend the day collecting unrelated groups from multiple hotels. The driver can also become an important part of the experience.

Two driver names connected with the tour are Putu Bendi and Joke. Putu Bendi is specifically praised for taking care to make the day satisfying, while Joke is described as kind and friendly during a combined quad bike and rafting outing. These details suggest that driver service is one of the better parts of the package.

Still, the exact pickup area and pickup time are not included in the information provided. Confirm those details after booking. Also remember that an eight-hour tour can feel longer when road transfers are added, even though private transport removes much of the hassle.

Safety, comfort, and what is included

The package includes all safety equipment, a guide or instructor, welcome drinks, lunch, insurance, and private transportation. Bathrooms are also specifically mentioned as available.

That list covers the practical basics. You do not need to arrange transport, find a rafting operator, rent safety equipment, or search for a lunch stop between activities.

Insurance is included, but you should still read the provider’s terms before booking. The available information does not explain coverage limits, exclusions, or the claims process. The same applies to participation requirements. Most people can take part, but the listing does not give a detailed medical, age, or fitness policy.

The best approach is to be honest about your comfort with water and off-road driving. You will handle two active experiences in one day, not simply watch them. If you have a concern about physical participation, ask Bali Gate Tours before the cancellation deadline.

Photos and DVDs are not included. They are available to purchase, so bring that possibility into your budget if you want official action shots. Your phone may be difficult to use during wet or muddy sections, and the tour does not promise personal photography service.

How the day may feel from start to finish

The schedule begins with pickup and transport to the rafting area. After safety preparation, you spend roughly two hours on the Ayung River.

Lunch follows at a rice-field restaurant, along with drinks and time to change or regroup. The schedule then shifts to the ATV base, where you receive equipment and instruction before the two-hour ride.

The ride takes you through rice fields, bamboo forest, riverbanks, and traditional village areas. Finally, you stop at a coffee plantation before private transport returns you to your drop-off point.

The exact order is described as rafting first and ATV second. Even so, confirm the meeting time and final return estimate, since road conditions and operating schedules can affect the day.

Because the experience is listed at about eight hours, keep the rest of your plans light. I would not pair it with a fixed-time evening show, airport transfer, or expensive dinner reservation that requires you to arrive at a precise minute.

Who should book this experience

I would recommend this outing to you if you want a full activity day and like having the practical details handled in one booking. It suits couples, friends, and private groups who want both water adventure and off-road driving.

It also works well for first-time visitors who do not want to arrange separate transport to two activity bases. The private format is especially useful if your group wants to stay together rather than share a vehicle with strangers.

You may want a different tour if your priority is culture, temples, food, or long periods of quiet sightseeing. This experience passes through traditional village areas, but it is not designed as a village tour. The focus is rafting, ATV riding, lunch, and a plantation stop.

It may also be a poor match if you dislike getting wet, muddy, or physically active. The equipment and instructor support are helpful, but the activities remain active by nature.

Is $73.32 a fair price?

At $73.32 per person, the value comes from the combination of services. You receive private transport, two major activities, safety equipment, guides, welcome drinks, lunch, insurance, and the plantation stop.

If you priced rafting, an ATV ride, transport, and lunch separately, the convenience alone could make this attractive. You also avoid the planning burden of finding two operators that work together on the same day.

The price is less compelling if you plan to use only one activity. In that case, a single rafting or ATV tour may give you a shorter and cheaper day. You should also allow extra money for photos or DVDs, since those are not included.

A group discount is offered, but the amount is not specified. Ask for the current group rate if you are booking for several people. Since the tour is private, the final value may improve as the group size rises, provided everyone wants the same active schedule.

Should you book it?

Book this Bali ATV and Ayung River rafting combination if you want a busy, active day with very little planning. The strongest reasons are the private transport, the two-hour length of each activity, the included meal and equipment, and the mix of river scenery with rural ATV routes.

Skip it if you want a gentle day or detailed cultural touring. Before booking, confirm pickup details, rider arrangements, participation requirements, and what the rafting route will be like on your date.

The cancellation terms are simple: cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not refunded. For an adventure day that depends on weather and personal comfort, that deadline matters.

FAQ

Where does the ATV and rafting experience take place?

The experience is based in Ubud, Bali. The rafting section uses the Ayung River, and the ATV ride passes through rural areas around Ubud.

How long does the full experience last?

The tour lasts about eight hours. The rafting portion is about two hours, and the ATV ride is also about two hours.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is offered, and private transportation is included. The supplied details do not state the exact pickup locations or times, so confirm those after booking.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour or activity.

What is included in the price?

The price includes private transportation, safety equipment, a guide or instructor, welcome drinks, lunch, and insurance.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is provided after rafting at a restaurant with rice-field views. The tour description identifies it as a buffet lunch.

What can I expect during the rafting section?

You spend about two hours rafting on the Ayung River with a professional guide. The setting includes tall green trees, hidden waterfalls, and cool water.

What can I expect during the ATV ride?

You ride an all-terrain vehicle for about two hours through rice fields, bamboo forest, lush riverbanks, and areas near traditional Balinese villages.

Are photos or DVDs included?

No. Photos and DVDs are not included, but they are available to purchase.

What is the cancellation policy?

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