Ubud ATV &Water rafting

Ubud’s jungle tracks and rice fields give this outing its best feature: you get two very different ways to see Bali in one day. First, you steer an ATV through Singakerta Village, then you trade dusty paths for the rushing Ayung River, with waterfalls and rocky gorges along the way.

I like the mix of active fun and rural scenery, and I like that the day includes hotel pickup, lunch, and a return ride in an air-conditioned car. Guide Reval has also earned praise for punctual pickups, smooth driving, flexible hotel drop-offs, and warm local help. The main catch is simple: the ATV and rafting entrance fees are not included, and solo participants must pay an extra 300,000 Indonesian rupiah.

Key points

• Two major activities in six hours: Ride an ATV in the morning or first part of the day, then raft the Ayung River.
• Singakerta Village setting: Follow jungle trails, rice paddies, plantations, and rural roads around Ubud.
• Waterfalls and gorges: The rafting route gives you a close view of Ayung River scenery that is hard to reach by road.
• Useful transport included: Hotel pickup and return transfer are provided in an air-conditioned car.
• Reval may be your guide: He is praised for prompt pickups, friendly local advice, and help with changing hotel drop-off plans.
• Budget carefully: The advertised $24 price does not cover the ATV and rafting entrance tickets.

One active day around Ubud

This is a full outing rather than a short ride followed by a quick photo stop. The plan joins an off-road ATV trip with white water rafting, so you spend much of the day moving through Bali rather than sitting in a vehicle.

That combination suits you if you want scenery with a bit of effort. The ATV gives you control and a rougher ride through the countryside. Rafting changes the pace and puts the river, cliffs, waterfalls, and gorges at the center of the experience.

The six-hour duration is long enough to make both activities worthwhile, but it also means you should treat this as your main plan for the day. Do not schedule another major Ubud sight at the same time. Pickup, transfers, practice time, lunch, and the return journey all use part of the six-hour window.

Hotel pickup and the ride to Singakerta

Your day begins with pickup in Bali, followed by a transfer in an air-conditioned car to the activity area. You are asked to wait 15 minutes before the stated pickup time. That small detail matters in Bali, where hotel entrances and road traffic can make a meeting point less clear than expected.

The transport is included as a driver service, and the return transfer is part of the plan as well. This makes the outing easier than arranging your own taxi to two separate activity sites. If Reval is assigned to you, his role may go beyond simply driving. He has been praised for arriving at the correct pickup point, waiting during the activities, and taking people to a different hotel afterward when needed.

Still, confirm the exact pickup time and location before the morning of the tour. The information supplied here names Bali as the pickup and return area, but it does not list a fixed hotel zone or detailed meeting instructions.

Getting your bearings on the ATV

At Singakerta Village in Ubud, you have time to practice driving before setting off. This is useful if you have never handled an ATV or feel rusty. You can get used to the controls before the route moves away from the starting point.

The practice period is also a good moment to ask the guide about the pace and route. The tour follows a guide through jungle tracks, plantations, rice paddies, and village areas. You are not simply riding around a closed course, so paying attention to directions matters.

The information does not state the ATV model, engine size, vehicle policy, or group size. It also does not spell out the exact safety equipment provided. Ask these questions when booking if they affect your decision, especially if you have little off-road driving experience.

ATV tracks through fields, bamboo, and villages

The ATV section is the more hands-on half of the day. Instead of viewing Bali from a car window, you move along tracks near rural villages and plantations. The route includes rice fields, bamboo forest, jungle paths, and other tropical scenery.

I like this part because it connects the activity to everyday rural Bali. The focus is not just speed. The setting gives you glimpses of cultivated land and village life, with the ride itself acting as a way to link these places.

Expect mud or wet conditions to be possible on an off-road route, though the supplied details do not promise a particular surface or weather condition. Bring a change of clothes. That advice is practical for both the ATV ride and the rafting, and it saves you from spending the rest of the day in damp clothing.

A camera can be useful, but protect it carefully. You may want photos of the rice fields, bamboo, and tropical views, yet both activities involve water, dirt, and movement. Cash is also recommended, which is worth noting before leaving your hotel.

Lunch before the river

After the ATV ride, you stop for lunch at a local restaurant. This break gives you time to eat and change your focus before the river activity.

Lunch is an important part of the schedule because the day is physically active. The supplied details do not identify the restaurant, menu, or dietary choices, so ask ahead if you have food restrictions. Do not assume that a specific dish or special meal is included unless the operator confirms it.

The stop also divides the day neatly. The ATV portion is about tracks, fields, and village surroundings. After lunch, the scenery changes to the Ayung River and its steep river setting.

Rafting the Ayung River

The second activity takes you to the Ayung River for white water rafting. You follow the river through rapids and pass waterfalls and scenic gorges. This is the part of the day that offers the strongest contrast with the ATV ride.

The Ayung is presented here as an unspoiled river route, but you should think of the experience as a guided adventure rather than a quiet nature cruise. Rapids create noise and movement, while the gorges bring the river scenery close around you.

I like that the route gives you access to views you would not get from a normal Ubud road trip. Waterfalls and river-cut gorges are best seen from below, and the raft places you in the middle of that setting.

The supplied information does not give a difficulty grade, water level, rafting distance, or exact time on the river. It also does not state the minimum age, swimming requirements, or accessibility details. If any of those points matter to you, ask before paying for the activity.

The value of combining both activities

At $24 per person, the headline price looks low for a six-hour outing with transport and lunch. But you need to read the cost carefully. The ATV and rafting entrance tickets are listed as extra, so the final amount will be higher than the advertised starting price.

That does not make the package poor value. A day with a driver, two activities, lunch, and return transport can still be useful if the added fees are clear and reasonable. The value depends on the total price after the entrance charges, not on the first number you see.

The extra charge for a solo participant is 300,000 rupiah. That is a significant point for people traveling alone. If you are booking by yourself, add it to your budget before comparing this tour with other Bali activity packages.

You can reserve now and pay later, which helps if you are still arranging your Bali plans. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. These terms give you some flexibility, but always check the final booking conditions and the total cost before confirming.

What Reval adds to the day

Reval is the guide name most closely associated with this experience. His strengths, based on the information available, are practical ones: prompt pickup, steady driving, patience during the activities, and a friendly approach to questions about Bali.

One useful detail is his flexibility with drop-off. He has taken people to another hotel after the tour rather than insisting on the original return point. That can help if you are changing accommodation, though you should request this in advance rather than count on it automatically.

He has also suggested a coffee plantation during a separate day of sightseeing. That tells you he may offer local ideas beyond the core schedule, but the coffee stop is not part of this six-hour ATV and rafting plan. Keep the distinction clear so you do not expect an extra stop on a tightly timed activity day.

The guide language is English. The available information does not promise a private tour or a particular group size, so ask if you want to know who else will be riding or rafting with you.

Who should book this Bali outing?

I would point this tour toward you if you want a high-energy day and prefer active sightseeing to a long list of temples or viewpoints. It works well for people who want countryside views but also want something more physical than a standard car tour.

It may suit couples, friends, and families who are comfortable with both ATV riding and rafting. The practice time helps beginners get started, but the tour still involves off-road driving and river rapids. You should be comfortable taking part in both activities before booking.

This is less suitable if you want a slow, quiet day, if you dislike getting wet or dirty, or if you need a highly detailed schedule in advance. The exact rafting conditions, route details, group size, and equipment information are not provided here.

It is also not the best choice if your Bali budget is extremely tight. The base price is attractive, but the excluded activity tickets and solo supplement can change the final cost.

Practical packing advice

Bring a change of clothes, a camera, and cash. Those three items are specifically recommended and fit the nature of the day.

Wear clothing you can move in and do not mind getting dirty. The ATV ride follows jungle trails and rural tracks, while rafting puts you around moving water. The supplied information does not list footwear rules, so ask the operator what shoes are accepted for each activity.

Keep valuables to a minimum. A camera may help you capture the waterfalls, gorges, rice fields, and bamboo forest, but you need to protect it from water and rough movement. Cash is useful for any personal spending or extra charges not covered in the package.

Arrive ready for the full six hours. The day includes transport, ATV practice, the ride, lunch, the river transfer, rafting, and the return trip. A late start at pickup can shorten the time available for the activities.

Booking questions worth asking first

Before you confirm, ask for the total price including the ATV and rafting entrance tickets. This is the most important cost question, especially since the listed $24 rate excludes them.

Ask whether the 300,000 rupiah solo fee applies to your booking. It is specifically required for solo participants, so people booking alone should not assume the advertised per-person price is the final amount.

Confirm the pickup time, hotel meeting point, and return destination. You are asked to wait 15 minutes before pickup, and Reval may be able to drop you at another hotel, but that arrangement should be clear before the day begins.

If you have concerns about the river or ATV sections, ask about the route, equipment, age rules, and physical demands. Those details are not included in the available description, and they can matter more than the low starting price.

Should you book the Ubud ATV and rafting tour?

Book it if you want two active Bali experiences in one day, value hotel transport, and like the idea of switching from rural ATV tracks to Ayung River rapids. The mix of rice fields, bamboo, villages, waterfalls, and gorges gives the day more variety than a single activity.

I would be cautious if you are booking alone, watching every rupiah, or expecting the $24 price to cover everything. Add the entrance fees and solo supplement before deciding.

For the best fit, confirm the final cost, pickup details, river conditions, and equipment questions in advance. If those points work for you, this is a lively way to see the Ubud area, with Reval’s friendly driving and local help adding useful comfort to a busy day.

FAQ

Where does the ATV and rafting tour take place?

The tour takes place around Bali, with the ATV activity beginning in Singakerta Village in Ubud and the rafting activity taking place on the Ayung River.

How long does the experience last?

The stated duration is six hours, including pickup, transfers, ATV practice, the ATV ride, lunch, rafting, and the return transfer.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup from your Bali hotel and the return transfer are included. You should wait 15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch at a local restaurant is included in the day’s plan.

Are the ATV and rafting entrance tickets included in the price?

No. The ATV and rafting entrance tickets are not included and must be paid separately.

Is there an extra charge for solo participants?

Yes. Solo participants need to pay an additional 300,000 Indonesian rupiah.

What language does the guide speak?

The live tour guide speaks English.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, keeping your plans flexible.