Ubud ATV Quad Bike Gorilla Cave and Cretya Infinity pool

The best part of this Ubud day is the mix of muddy ATV adventure and quiet rice-field views. You ride through Gorilla Cave, jungle tracks, terraces, rivers, and waterfalls, then clean up, eat lunch, and finish at a Cretya infinity pool overlooking rice paddies.

I like the clear beginner-friendly instruction and the practical setup, including a helmet, boots, water, shower, towels, and changing room. I also like the choice between hotel pickup and meeting directly at the ATV base, which helps you control the day’s cost and travel time.

The main thing to check before booking is the pool location. This visit goes to Cretya Sunset Infinity Pool, not the better-known main Cretya venue. The ATV route can also be wet, rough, and physically tiring, so bring clothes you are happy to get dirty.

Key points to know before booking

• Gorilla Cave is part of the ATV route: You ride past caves, rice terraces, jungle, rivers, and waterfalls rather than simply visiting one attraction.
• Beginners can take part: A professional guide explains how to operate the quad bike and helps you through the route.
• Single riders must be at least 17: Tandem riding is available for two people on one ATV.
• Lunch and cleanup are included: Expect a local meal such as nasi goreng or mie goreng, plus a shower, towels, and changing room after the ride.
• Hotel pickup is optional: The transfer option covers pickup, the ATV base, lunch, and the Cretya Sunset pool.
• The group is capped at 15 people: That is small enough to keep the outing fairly organized, though the pace still depends on the whole group.

A full day built around one muddy ride

This is an approximately eight-hour outing, not a quick spin on a track. The day combines transport, instruction, a guided ATV ride, lunch, and time at a rice-terrace infinity pool.

At $35 per person, the price is appealing because several useful extras are already folded in. You get the ATV, safety equipment, bottled water, lunch, and admission to Cretya Sunset. If you choose hotel transfer, private transport is included as well.

That makes the price good value for anyone who wants several Ubud activities in one booking. It is less compelling if you already have transport, do not care about the pool, or prefer a short, highly focused ATV session.

The booking is confirmed immediately, and mobile tickets make the practical side simple. Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time. Inside that window, the payment is not refunded, so keep your Bali plans firm before the cutoff.

Getting to Alasan Adventures in Taro

The ride begins at Alasan Adventures, ATV Taro, in Tegallalang, Gianyar Regency. You have two basic ways to start the day.

Choose the hotel transfer option and a driver picks you up from your hotel. The same outing then continues to the ATV starting point, lunch, and Cretya Sunset Infinity Pool. This is the easier choice if you are staying in Ubud and do not want to arrange a taxi or driver for a rural meeting point.

The other option uses a meeting point. You make your own way directly to the activity start point, take part in the ATV ride, eat lunch, and go to Cretya Sunset. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

The meeting-point option may suit you if you already have a driver or are combining this with another Bali plan. The hotel transfer option is simpler, but read the selected option carefully when booking. The transport arrangements are not the same.

A small group limit of 15 helps keep the start more manageable. Still, this is a shared activity unless you select a private transfer, and the ride will move at the pace of the group.

Learning the ATV before the route begins

Your guide explains how to drive from the beginning and helps you with your individual ATV. That matters here. The route is described as suitable for beginners and experienced riders, but suitable for beginners does not mean effortless.

You need to steer, control your speed, and stay alert on an adventurous route. The guide’s job is especially useful at the start, when you are getting used to the controls and the feel of the quad bike.

Safety equipment is included. You use a helmet and boots, and the operator says the ATVs are checked for quality before use. That does not remove every risk, but it is the right basic setup for a rough outdoor ride.

Single ATVs are available from age 17. Tandem riding allows two people to share one bike, which can work well if one person would rather not operate alone. The supplied information does not state the minimum age for a passenger on a tandem ATV, so confirm that detail before booking for a younger child.

The route is intended to be fun and challenging. If you want a calm sightseeing trip with clean shoes and a dry outfit, this is the wrong choice. If you like active outings and do not mind getting splashed, the rougher conditions are part of the appeal.

Riding through Gorilla Cave and the rice terraces

The route’s variety is its main strength. Instead of circling a single purpose-built course, you pass through several types of Bali scenery.

Gorilla Cave gives the ride a distinctive feature early on. The name suggests a memorable cave section, but the information does not specify its length, lighting, or exact formation. Expect it as one part of a larger route, not as a separate cave tour.

The rice terraces add the classic Ubud view. From the ATV, you see layered fields and mountainous rice country while moving through the countryside. This is a more active way to see the area than sitting in a restaurant or taking a short roadside photo stop.

The jungle sections bring shade and a wilder feel. Tracks through trees can also make the ride more technical, especially if the ground is wet. Rivers and waterfalls add the most playful part of the route, but they also explain why you should wear clothing and shoes that can handle water and mud.

You should not expect a polished sightseeing road. The point is to follow an adventurous track, with the guide showing you where to go and helping you through the route. The exact amount of time spent at each feature is not given, so the ride is better understood as a continuous guided circuit than a series of long stops.

What the guide adds to the day

A good guide makes a major difference on an ATV outing. You need someone who can explain the machine clearly, keep the group moving, and help when a section feels awkward.

The guide names connected with this operator include Yoga and Ade. Rai is mentioned as a hotel pickup driver who was friendly and shared facts about Bali during the drive. Roles can vary by date, so you should not assume one particular person will lead your tour, but these names are useful to know when confirming arrangements.

The strongest praise centers on friendly staff, good instruction, and the feeling of being well looked after. That is important because the day involves several handoffs: pickup if selected, ATV instruction, the ride, lunch, cleanup, and the pool visit.

The small maximum group of 15 is also helpful. It is not a private tour, yet it is far smaller than a large coach outing. You still need patience if another rider is learning, but the guide should have a reasonable chance to keep everyone together.

Cleaning up, changing, and eating lunch

After the ride, you can shower and change before lunch. Towels and a changing room are provided, which is more than a minor convenience after jungle tracks, river crossings, and waterfalls.

Pack a spare set of clothes even though this is not formally listed as an inclusion. The supplied details confirm the shower and changing facilities, but they do not say that replacement clothing is available. You should arrive ready to change into something dry.

Lunch includes a local dish such as nasi goreng or mie goreng. Vegetarian food is available. Bottled water is also included, though you should still bring any personal items you need for a long active day.

The meal is useful as part of the schedule rather than the reason to book. It gives you a chance to sit down after the ride and removes the need to find a restaurant between the ATV base and the pool.

If you have dietary needs beyond a vegetarian meal, ask before the day begins. The available information confirms vegetarian food, but it does not list other special diets or menu choices.

Relaxing at Cretya Sunset Infinity Pool

The final part changes the mood from active to easygoing. At Cretya Sunset Infinity Pool, you can relax with views toward rice terraces after the ATV ride and lunch.

That contrast is the smart idea behind this itinerary. You get a morning or afternoon of movement, then a slower setting for photos, conversation, and rest. The pool entrance is included in the tour price, so you do not need to pay a separate admission fee for this stop.

Pay close attention to the name. The visit is to Cretya Sunset Infinity Pool, and one account specifically warns that this is not the main Cretya venue. If you have a particular pool in mind from social media, check the exact location before paying.

The available details do not confirm how long you stay at the pool, whether a pool chair is guaranteed, or whether food and drinks there are included. Treat the pool as an included entry stop, not as an all-day resort visit.

You may also want to confirm the timing if your main goal is a sunset view. The experience is described as including Cretya Sunset, but an exact arrival time is not provided.

Hotel transfer or meeting point?

The hotel transfer option is the most convenient version. A private driver collects you from your hotel and handles the route between the hotel, ATV base, lunch, and pool. A comfortable air-conditioned car was specifically appreciated on one outing, which matters after a wet and dusty ride.

I would choose this option if you are staying away from Taro, have limited Bali transport, or want a simple day with fewer moving parts. It is also useful if you are traveling with friends and can share the value of private pickup.

The meeting-point option is better for people who already have a driver or are staying close to the ATV base. You go directly to the start point, then finish there. This avoids paying for a transfer you do not need.

Do not assume the meeting-point option includes a return to your hotel. It ends back at the meeting point, so arrange onward transport in advance.

Who will get the most from this outing?

I would recommend this tour to you if you want an active Ubud day with more than one type of scenery. It suits couples, friends, and families with eligible riders who like outdoor fun, local food, and a comfortable place to cool down afterward.

It is also a good fit for first-time ATV riders. The guide provides instruction, equipment is supplied, and tandem riding gives you another way to take part. Experienced riders may enjoy the route’s changing conditions, though anyone seeking a serious motorsport course should check how challenging the track is before booking.

You may want to skip it if you dislike mud, water, uneven tracks, or shared group pacing. The eight-hour schedule is long compared with a basic ATV rental, and the pool stop will not make the ride less physical.

The $35 price works best when you use several inclusions: the ATV, lunch, water, safety equipment, and Cretya entry. Hotel transfer makes the package even more useful, especially if separate transport would cost you time and money.

Should you book this Ubud ATV tour?

Book it if you want one energetic day with caves, terraces, jungle, rivers, waterfalls, lunch, and a pool. The mix is the real value, and the guide support makes the outing approachable for beginners.

Before booking, confirm two things: which Cretya venue you will visit and whether the hotel transfer option fits your location. Bring clothes for changing, expect mud and water, and choose the tandem option if you do not want to drive alone.

I would not choose this for a quiet cultural day or a guaranteed private adventure. For an affordable, active outing with friendly guiding, practical facilities, and a relaxed finish, it is a strong Ubud choice.

FAQ

How long does the Ubud ATV and Cretya tour last?

The full experience lasts approximately eight hours, including the ATV activity, lunch, and the visit to Cretya Sunset Infinity Pool.

Where does the ATV activity begin and end?

It begins and ends at Alasan Adventures, ATV Taro, in Tegallalang, Gianyar Regency, Bali. The meeting-point option ends back at the activity start point.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Hotel pickup is available when you select the ATV with hotel transfer option. The driver takes you to the ATV start point, lunch, and Cretya Sunset Infinity Pool.

What is included in the tour price?

The package includes the ATV quad bike, helmet and boots for the ride, bottled water, lunch, Cretya Sunset entrance, and hotel transfer if you choose that option. Showers, towels, and a changing room are also provided after the ride.

Can beginners ride the ATV?

Yes. A professional guide explains how to operate the ATV and leads you through the route. The activity is described as suitable for beginners and experienced riders.

What is the minimum age for riding alone?

The minimum age for a single ATV is 17. Tandem riding is available for two people sharing one bike, but the supplied details do not state a separate minimum age for tandem passengers.