Bali ATV Ride And Ubud Tour Packages : Best Quad Bike Trip

That ATV ride is the reason to do this day. You’ll get a private full-day plan from Seminyak with an air-conditioned vehicle, an English-speaking driver-guide, and a proper, guided quad bike session through bamboo, jungle, rice terraces, and tunnels. I especially like how the day keeps moving—ATV first, then classic Ubud sights—and how the add-ons are practical, like an Indonesian buffet lunch and included entrance tickets. One thing to consider: it’s a long 9 to 10 hours, so you’ll want good energy for the waterfall and Monkey Forest.

Even if you only want a little adventure, the ATV portion feels like the main event, not a rushed side stop. The operator builds in time for a full safety briefing, plus they provide safety-approved gear, lockers, towels, showers, and changing rooms so you’re not stuck sweaty and awkward after your ride. The trade-off is that age limits apply (and kids have specific tandem rules), so check your group before you book.

This is a strong choice if you’re doing Ubud on a tight schedule and you’d rather have door-to-door convenience than piece together tickets and transport yourself. And if you care about photos, Tegenungan Waterfall and the Monkey Forest give you big visual payoffs without extra planning stress.

Key Highlights You’ll Actually Feel

• Private door-to-door vehicle: only your party rides in the car, with an English-speaking driver-guide
• Two hours on an ATV/quad bike: a guided trail through rice terraces, bamboo forest, jungle, and tunnels
• Included safety setup: safety briefing, ride insurance, approved equipment, boot shoes, lockers, towels, shower, and changing room
• Big-name Ubud stops with tickets handled: Monkey Forest, Ubud Palace, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and Tegenungan Waterfall
• Buffet lunch included: traditional Indonesian buffet so you don’t lose time hunting for food

How This Private ATV and Ubud Day Works (and Why It’s a Good Value)

For $90 per person, this plan is all about mixing two very different sides of Bali into one smooth day: action outside town and the Ubud classics people come for. The price feels fair because so many costs are bundled—ATV ride time, an instructor-led safety setup, entrance tickets, and lunch—plus you’re not coordinating separate transfers.

You’re looking at about 9 to 10 hours total. That’s long enough to feel like a full day, but it also means you can hit multiple Ubud icons without losing half your trip to logistics. Because it’s private, your driver-guide can pace the day for your group rather than waiting on a shared itinerary.

Pickup and Timing: The Part That Can Make or Break Your Day

This tour offers pickup from many popular bases across Bali, including Seminyak (plus places like Canggu, Kuta, Denpasar, Nusa Dua, Ubud, and more). That matters because Ubud can feel far from the coast, and you don’t want to burn your best daylight on traffic and finding meeting points.

The vehicle is air-conditioned, and you’re with an English-speaking driver-guide. Translation: you get context as you travel, not just a ride from A to B.

What to expect time-wise:

• You’ll start with the ATV experience at Bali Pertiwi Adventure for about 2 hours (including briefing and ride time).
• Then you roll into Ubud sights in the afternoon-style rhythm: Monkey Forest first, then Palace, then Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and finally Tegenungan Waterfall.

If you’re the type who needs downtime, plan for it. This route is packed, and the waterfall stop is your last big “wow” moment.

Bali Pertiwi Adventure: The 2-Hour ATV Ride You Came For

The ATV portion is the headline, and it’s built like a real activity, not a token spin. Before you ride, you get a full safety briefing from the experience instructor. They also provide safety-approved equipment plus boot shoes, lockers, towels, shower, and changing room. That’s a big deal on Bali, where humidity and dust are real, and you don’t want to spend the rest of the day feeling gross.

The trail itself is described as all-terrain and varied: bamboo forest, villages, jungle sections, rice terraces, and tunnels. That combination is what makes the ride fun for more than one reason:

• Rice terrace sections look great for photos and help slow the pace for scenic stops.
• Jungle/bamboo stretches feel cooler and more enclosed than open roads.
• Tunnels and enclosed sections add that adrenaline lift you remember later.

One practical tip: bring a camera (you’ll want it) and plan to wear clothes you’re okay getting dusty. They’ll handle changing after, but the ride can still be messy.

ATV rules you should know before you show up

• Minimum age for the adventure is 5 years, maximum age is 60 years.
• Minimum age is 12 years for ATV single ride.
• Children age 5–11 must be accompanied by an adult for tandem ride.
• For tandem ride, it must be booked in multiples of 2 (example: 2, 4, 6, 8).

This is the one area where planning ahead really matters. If you have kids or mixed-age riders, confirm which configuration fits your group early.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary: Fun Up Close, Manage It Smart

Next comes Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, a large area—about 27 lush acres—where you’ll see over 400 long-tailed macaques. Expect a true wildlife-feel walk: you’re moving through their space, and they’re active.

Here’s how I’d make this stop work for you:

• Wear comfortable shoes you don’t mind getting brushed or dusty.
• Keep your phone/camera secure when monkeys are near. You want photos, not surprises.
• Take breaks. The forest paths can be shaded, but walking still adds up after the ATV.

This stop lasts about 1 hour. That’s enough time to enjoy the forest mood and see the macaques without turning it into an all-day grind.

Ubud Palace: A Quick Cultural Anchor on a Busy Day

Ubud Palace (Puri Saren Ubud) is a central landmark, right off Jalan Raya Ubud. You’ll spend around 30 minutes here.

Think of the palace stop as a grounding point. After the ATV and Monkey Forest, it gives you a sense of Ubud’s royal and cultural center without dragging the schedule. If you’re a photo person, this is also an easy place to reset—step back, take a few pictures, and get your bearings for the terrace views next.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace: The Photo Stop That Makes People Believe Bali

Then you head to Tegalalang Rice Terrace, a classic Ubud view with terraced fields. The timing here is about 1 hour, which is just long enough to walk a bit, find viewpoints, and take photos before the day moves on.

A practical note: terraces can mean steps and uneven ground. So if you’ve got any lingering soreness from the ATV, take it slower. This is still one of the best “Bali looks like this” moments—especially when the light is right and you’re not rushing.

Tegenungan Waterfall: The Grand Finale for Big Pictures

Your final signature stop is Tegenungan Waterfall, a well-known destination where people—both locals and visitors—go for photos and a refreshing break.

You get about 1 hour here. That hour matters because:

• The waterfall area draws people, so you’ll want time to pick a good viewing angle.
• After the ATV and multiple sightseeing stops, this is the moment you’ll feel the payoff most.

Bring sunscreen and a change of clothes if you’re the type to get splashed. Even if you don’t swim, humidity and mist can cling.

Food Break: The Traditional Indonesian Buffet Lunch (and How It Fits the Day)

Lunch is a traditional Indonesian buffet included in the price. It’s not an optional add-on, which helps keep the schedule intact.

This part is simple: eat enough to power the next stops, not so much that you feel heavy during the terrace and waterfall time. You’ll appreciate having lunch handled rather than spending your middle-of-the-day energy bargaining or searching for a reliable place.

Vegetarian option is available—just advise at the time of booking.

What I’d Suggest Based on Your Group Type

This works especially well for:

• Couples and small groups who want Ubud highlights without the hassle
• People who want both nature and culture in one day
• Adventurous travelers who like a structured activity (briefing, instructor, gear)

It may be less ideal if:

• You hate long travel days. This is 9 to 10 hours.
• Your group has tight constraints around ATV participation ages or rider types.

If you’ve got mixed ages, do the math early. The ATV single vs tandem rules can affect who rides.

Things to Pack (So the Day Feels Easy)

They ask for smart casual dress code, and they provide shower/changing facilities after riding. Still, you’ll want your own essentials:

• Sunscreen
• Camera
• Change of clothes
• Comfortable footwear you can walk in (and that won’t complain on terraces)

Should You Book This ATV + Ubud Day?

Yes, if you want a single-day plan that hits real Bali variety: a guided ATV adventure plus the most common Ubud hits (Monkey Forest, Palace, Tegalalang, and Tegenungan). It’s also a good buy because entrance tickets and lunch are included, and pickup is offered from many common Bali bases.

I’d say don’t book only if your group can’t handle a full 9 to 10 hours, or if the ATV age/rider rules don’t match your family setup. If that’s your situation, you might still enjoy Ubud, but this specific combination could feel stressful.

FAQ

Is this tour private, or will I ride with other people?

This is a private tour. Only your group participates in the activity, and you’ll use a private vehicle with an air-conditioned ride.

How long is the ATV ride?

The ATV activity lasts about 2 hours, with a professional ATV ride instructor.

What’s included with the ATV experience?

You get a safety briefing, an instructor-led ride, safety-approved equipment, boot shoes, lockers, towels, shower, and changing room. ATV ride insurance, tax, and services are also included.

Are entrance tickets included for the Ubud attractions?

Yes. All entrance tickets are included for the stops on the route.

Does the tour include lunch?

Yes. You’ll have a traditional Indonesian buffet lunch, and a vegetarian option is available if you request it at booking.

Do you provide hotel pickup and drop-off?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are offered from hotel/villa areas including Seminyak and several other popular locations around Bali listed in the tour details.

What’s the tour duration?

The tour runs about 9 to 10 hours.

What’s the minimum and maximum age for the ATV adventure?

Minimum age is 5 years and maximum age is 60 years. Minimum age for ATV single ride is 12 years. Children age 5–11 must ride tandem with an adult.

What should I wear and bring?

Dress code is smart casual. Bring sunscreen and a camera, and plan to bring change of clothes for after the ATV.

FAQ

Is weather a factor for this experience?

It requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.