Ubud: Rice Teracces,Gorila Face ATV & Rafting

The best part of this Ubud day is the variety. You get muddy trails, rice paddies, rivers, Gorilla Face Cave, and a long rafting run on the Ayung River instead of spending the day at a single attraction. I especially like the choice between a tandem ATV and your own quad, plus the small group size of no more than four people.

I also like that your driver handles the movement between activities, which matters in Bali when several stops are spread around the island. The main catch is the low advertised price: ATV, rafting, and rice terrace entrance fees are not included, and solo riders must pay an extra 300,000 Indonesian rupiah. Plan for those added costs before booking.

Key Points at a Glance

• Gorilla Face Cave by ATV: Ride through an unusual jungle passage as part of a 1.5-hour off-road route.
• Two-and-a-half hours on the Ayung River: The rafting section gives you the longest activity block of the day and views of jungle and waterfalls.
• Tandem or solo quad: Share an ATV with a friend or pay the solo supplement to drive your own machine.
• Five pickup areas: Transfers can begin in Seminyak, Ubud, Kuta, Canggu, or Sanur.
• Rice terrace and coffee stops: Tegallalang offers a short photo visit, followed by a one-hour coffee tasting stop.
• A guide who also drives: The small-group setup keeps transport simple and personal, though you should confirm exactly what your package includes.

A Full Day Built Around Mud, Water, and Green Views

This is an active Ubud day rather than a slow cultural outing. The route combines two main adventures with brief sightseeing stops, so you should expect a busy schedule and time in wet or muddy conditions.

Your day begins with pickup from one of five areas, or you can make your own way to the meeting point. The available pickup points are Seminyak, Ubud, Kuta, Canggu, and Sanur. After the activities, you can be dropped back in one of those same areas.

The group is limited to four participants. That is a useful size for a day with several moving parts. You are less likely to spend long periods waiting for a large bus group, and it should be easier to communicate with the English-speaking guide and driver.

The experience provider is Mount Batur Vulcano. No individual guide names are supplied, but the guide is also described as the private driver between stops. That arrangement is one of the tour’s strongest practical features. You can focus on the day instead of working out how to get from an ATV base to the river and then on to Tegallalang.

The 1.5-Hour ATV Route Near Ubud

The first major activity is a quad bike ride around the Beji River. The route lasts about 1.5 hours and is described as the longest quad bike track near Ubud, taking you through greenery, rice paddies, rivers, jungle, and varied off-road surfaces.

The attraction here is not speed alone. The changing ground gives the ride its character. You may move from open fields to wet river sections and then into thicker tropical vegetation. The Gorilla Face feature is a memorable part of the route, with the trail passing through Gorilla Face Cave.

You can choose a tandem ATV with a friend or companion, or drive your own quad. Tandem riding is a good choice if one person is more confident with controls, or if you simply want to share the ride. A solo quad gives you more control over the route and pace, but it comes with the extra 300,000 rupiah charge for solo travelers.

Before riding, you receive a safety briefing and the equipment needed for the activity. You should still bring clothes you do not mind getting dirty. The tour specifically recommends a change of clothes, and that advice is worth taking seriously when your day includes both an off-road ride and river rafting.

The ATV section is likely to be the messiest part of the day. After riding, you have time to shower and freshen up before moving on. That break is useful, since it keeps the rest of the day from becoming an uncomfortable mix of mud, sweat, and wet clothing.

Rafting for 2.5 Hours on the Ayung River

The Ayung River gets the longest single activity period, with about 2.5 hours on the water. You can expect broad green views along the river, jungle scenery, and waterfalls.

This is a good counterpoint to the ATV ride. The quad bike section is loud, bumpy, and machine-powered. Rafting slows the pace slightly, though it remains an active outing. You spend the time moving through river scenery rather than looking at it from a road.

The tour describes the Ayung as the longest river on Bali. The river setting is one of the day’s main reasons to book. If you want a quick look at Bali’s plant life and waterways without arranging a separate trip, this gives you a concentrated introduction.

You should keep your expectations sensible. This is a commercial rafting activity combined with several other stops, not a quiet river expedition. The schedule also means you will spend much of the day changing clothes, moving between bases, and getting in and out of transport.

A second shower is available after rafting. Lunch follows, with fried rice or noodles. That is simple food, but it suits a day spent exercising outdoors. Bring cash and a card because the package details say to carry both, and the activity fees are separate from the advertised price.

Tegallalang Rice Terrace in 30 Minutes

The Tegallalang Rice Terrace stop lasts around 30 minutes. It is planned as a break, photo stop, and short visit rather than a long walk through the terraces.

That limited time tells you how to treat this stop. You can take photographs and enjoy the famous stepped fields, but you should not book this tour expecting a detailed rice terrace visit. The main focus remains the ATV ride and rafting.

Tegallalang adds an important change of scenery. After muddy tracks and river water, the terraces give you a more recognizable view of Bali’s farming country. It also helps round out the day for anyone who wants more than adventure activities.

Entrance fees are not included. The wording provided lists entrance tickets for the ATV, rafting, and rice terraces as separate costs, so ask for the current total before departure. This is especially important if you are comparing the $24 price with the cost of arranging each activity independently.

Coffee Tasting for One Hour

The coffee plantation stop lasts about an hour and includes coffee and coffee tasting. It gives you a calmer pause after the two main activities and the short rice terrace visit.

Coffee stops can vary from a quick sample to a more extended tasting, so you should see this as an included part of the route rather than the central reason to book. It may appeal to you if you want to try Balinese coffee while visiting the Ubud area.

The stop also breaks up the physical demands of the day. You have already spent roughly four hours on the ATV and river activities, not counting transport, changing, and meals. A seated tasting provides some recovery time before the return drive.

What the $24 Price Really Gets You

At $24 per person, the advertised cost looks unusually low for a full day that includes transport, ATV riding, rafting, a rice terrace stop, coffee tasting, showers, and lunch. The value can be strong if the added activity fees remain reasonable and you want all these elements in one booking.

The important detail is that the listed price does not cover the entrance tickets for the ATV, rafting, and rice terraces. The included section only specifies a driver. You should not treat $24 as the complete final bill.

Ask for a clear breakdown of the additional costs before you commit. Solo participants should also add the 300,000 rupiah supplement. A pair or group sharing an ATV may find the overall price more attractive, since the tandem option avoids the solo charge.

The best value comes from convenience. Your driver takes you between pickup, Beji River, Ayung River, Tegallalang, and the coffee plantation, then returns you to your chosen drop-off area. One verified booking described the guide as both a friendly guide and private driver, with the combined arrangement making it cheaper and easier than organizing all the activities separately.

That convenience is worth more if you are staying outside Ubud. A transfer from Seminyak, Kuta, Canggu, or Sanur saves you from arranging separate transport to an early meeting point, though the day may feel longer because of the road time.

Timing, Clothes, and Small Practical Details

The tour is sold as a one-day experience, but the listed activity blocks already add up to about five hours: 1.5 hours on the ATV, 2.5 hours rafting, 30 minutes at Tegallalang, and one hour at the coffee plantation. Pickup, driving, safety instructions, changing, showers, and lunch make the day longer than those activity times suggest.

Bring a full change of clothes, a camera, cash, and a credit card. A phone or camera can capture the river, rice fields, and Gorilla Face area, but protect anything you bring from water and mud.

The schedule includes showers after both major activities. Even so, wear practical clothes and footwear suited to getting wet. The supplied information does not specify the type of shoes provided, so confirm that detail if you do not want to risk your own footwear.

The tour is conducted in English. A live guide accompanies the experience, and the small group is limited to four participants. That setup should appeal to you if you prefer direct help and less waiting than a large coach tour.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. You can also reserve now and pay later, which helps if your Bali plans are still shifting. Check the available start time before booking because the exact departure time is not provided.

Who Will Enjoy This Day Most

I would choose this experience if you want a packed outdoor day and do not want to arrange several separate bookings. It suits couples, friends, and small groups who are happy to trade a slow Ubud schedule for mud, river water, and a lot of transport between stops.

It is also a sensible option for a solo visitor who wants a guide and driver, but the 300,000 rupiah solo supplement changes the value calculation. Add the extra charge and all entrance fees before comparing it with other options.

You may prefer a different tour if your priority is a long, unhurried visit to Tegallalang, a quiet coffee plantation experience, or a cultural day with temples and local villages. Here, those stops are supporting acts around the ATV ride and rafting.

The physical side matters too. You should be comfortable with an off-road quad ride and 2.5 hours of rafting. The available information does not give a fitness requirement, age limit, or accessibility details, so ask the operator directly if those points affect your plans.

Should You Book the Ubud ATV and Rafting Combo?

Book it if you want maximum variety in one day, value a driver who handles the connections, and are willing to pay the activity fees listed separately from the $24 base price. The strongest parts are the Gorilla Face Cave section, the long ATV route, and the extended Ayung River rafting run.

I would be careful about booking it purely because of the headline price. Confirm the full cost, including entrance tickets and the solo supplement, before paying. If the final amount still fits your budget, this is a practical way to combine Bali’s outdoor scenery, river action, rice terraces, and coffee in a small group.

FAQ

How much does the experience cost?

The advertised price is $24 per person. Entrance tickets for the ATV, rafting, and Tegallalang Rice Terrace are not included, and solo travelers must pay an additional 300,000 Indonesian rupiah.

How long is the ATV ride?

The quad bike activity lasts about 1.5 hours and takes place around the Beji River, with off-road sections through rice paddies, rivers, jungle, and Gorilla Face Cave.

How long is the rafting activity?

Rafting on the Ayung River lasts about 2.5 hours. The route includes views of green jungle and waterfalls along the river.

Can I ride an ATV alone?

Yes. You can drive your own quad, or choose a tandem ATV with a companion. Solo travelers must pay the stated 300,000 rupiah supplement.

Are transfers available?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off options are available in Seminyak, Ubud, Kuta, Canggu, and Sanur. The driver also handles transport between the listed stops.

What should I bring?

Bring a change of clothes, a camera, cash, and a credit card. Showers are available after the ATV ride and rafting.