Full Day ATV Ride, Monkey Forest,Tegalalang Rice Terrace

The ATV ride is the main event here: expect mud, rough tracks, waterfall scenery, and enough time on the machine to make this feel like an adventure rather than a quick photo stop. Afterward, the day shifts from noise and mud to macaques, temples, rice terraces, and market stalls.

I like the way this tour combines two very different sides of Ubud. The private vehicle keeps the day flexible for your group, while the combination of Monkey Forest and Tegalalang Rice Terrace gives you nature and Balinese scenery without arranging separate trips.

The main consideration is pace. Seven hours covers a lot, and the ATV portion can leave you wet or dirty before the quieter cultural stops. The tour information also describes the ride as both 1.5 hours and 2 hours, so confirm the exact riding time when you book.

Key points at a glance

• Mud, trails, and waterfall scenery: The ATV route is built for excitement, not a gentle scenic drive.
• Private transportation: Only your group takes part, with an air-conditioned vehicle included.
• Several Ubud highlights in one day: The schedule includes the ATV site, Monkey Forest, Ubud Art Market, and Tegalalang Rice Terrace.
• Lunch and safety gear included: You do not need to arrange a separate meal or ATV helmet and protective equipment.
• Helpful guide service: Gede and Cokde are named in the feedback, with praise for humor, explanations, and taking photographs.
• Good value for an active day: At $87.95 per person, the price covers transport, lunch, admission fees, the ride, and guiding.

Why this Ubud day works

This is a full-day outing for someone who wants variety. You are not spending seven hours at one attraction. Instead, the schedule moves through an active ATV session, a forest sanctuary, a market, and a famous rice-growing valley.

That variety is useful in Bali, where traffic can make separate short trips surprisingly time-consuming. Here, private transport connects the stops, and your group does not have to share the day with strangers. The vehicle is air-conditioned, which matters after the ATV ride and during warm hours.

The experience begins in the Kuta area, but most of the sightseeing takes place around Ubud. The total time is listed as about seven hours. That is long enough for a proper outing, though you should expect the day to feel scheduled rather than slow and leisurely.

I would choose this tour if you want outdoor action but do not want an entire day devoted to riding. You get a taste of rural scenery, a major Ubud cultural site, shopping, and a classic rice terrace view in one package.

The ATV ride through Bali’s rougher side

The ride at Pertiwi Adventure is designed around uneven ground, muddy tracks, and changing scenery. The route includes rugged terrain, trails, waterfall views, and open countryside. This is the part of the day that supplies the physical excitement.

Safety equipment and an ATV instructor are included. That makes the ride more approachable for people who have little or no ATV experience, although you still need to be comfortable handling a motorized vehicle over rough ground. The description says most people can take part, but the practical question is your own comfort with mud, jolts, and outdoor activity.

The timing needs a little clarification. The tour description calls the ride 1.5 hours, while the included features list a 2-hour ATV ride. The itinerary gives the ATV stop three hours, likely allowing time for arrival, preparation, instruction, changing, and the ride itself. I would treat the actual ride as roughly 1.5 to 2 hours until the operator confirms otherwise.

That distinction matters. A 1.5-hour ride is a substantial introduction to the route. Two hours gives you more time on the tracks, but also means more exposure to sun, rain, mud, and physical bumps. Wear clothes and shoes you can get dirty, and do not plan a smart dinner outfit immediately afterward.

The attraction is not just speed. The appeal comes from moving through parts of Bali that you would not see from a road vehicle. The route’s mud, rough ground, and waterfall section give the ride a more varied feel than a flat practice circuit.

The ride also sets the tone for the day. You will likely want a chance to clean up before the Monkey Forest, so listen to the guide’s timing and use the transition between stops to change or refresh yourself if facilities allow. The supplied information confirms the safety equipment and instructor, but it does not specify changing facilities or shower arrangements, so do not assume anything beyond the stated inclusions.

A quieter hour among macaques and temples

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary offers a complete change of mood. It is a natural reserve and temple complex in Ubud, with grey long-tailed macaques and walking paths through the forest.

The information gives two different monkey counts, approximately 340 and more than 700. The safe point is that you will see a large population of long-tailed macaques in a forest setting. The exact number is not important to the experience, but the difference suggests the figures may refer to different counts or updated information.

You have about two hours here, which is generous compared with a quick photo stop. That gives you time to walk the paths, watch the animals, and see the ancient temple areas without having to rush through the entire sanctuary.

I like this part because it adds context to the day. The ATV shows Bali as a place of tracks and countryside. The Monkey Forest shows a protected natural and religious site within Ubud itself. You get more than a standard sightseeing sequence of viewpoints.

Keep your attention on the macaques. They are wild animals in a managed sanctuary, not tame photo props. The tour materials say you can observe them in their natural habitat and take pictures, but they do not promise close animal contact. Follow the sanctuary’s rules and let your guide handle questions about safe viewing.

The forest can also feel more active after the ATV ride. If you prefer a calm morning, ask the operator how the stops are ordered. The listed sequence places the ATV first, followed by the Monkey Forest, but traffic and daily conditions can affect the exact rhythm.

Ubud Art Market for a short shopping stop

The Ubud Art Market is scheduled for about one hour. It is described as a popular market with a broad range of goods, so this is your chance to browse local-style souvenirs and gifts without spending half the day shopping.

One hour is enough for a look, but not enough for a long, relaxed market session if you want to compare every stall. I would use the time to decide what interests you, check several prices, and avoid buying the first attractive item you see.

The market adds a human, commercial side to the itinerary. After the forest and rice terraces, you get a glimpse of the shopping culture built around Ubud’s visitor economy. That may feel less authentic than a quiet village path, but it is still useful if you want gifts and do not want to arrange a separate market visit.

Your private guide can also help with the flow of the stop. The feedback names Gede and Cokde as guides who were friendly, funny, helpful, and good at explaining the places visited. Cokde is also praised for photography skills, which could be useful at the market and the later scenic stops. The booking information does not guarantee a particular guide, so treat those names as examples rather than a promise of who will lead your day.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace and the final views

Tegalalang Rice Terrace is the visual finish many people will anticipate. The rice fields sit in a valley, with viewpoints over stepped fields and surrounding greenery. The area is often grouped with the Pejeng and Campuhan terraces as one of the most striking sets of rice-growing scenery near Ubud.

You have about one hour here. That should give you time to take in the view and walk around the designated area, but it is not a long agricultural tour. The stop is focused on scenery and a taste of rural Bali rather than a detailed lesson in farming.

I like the contrast with the ATV route. On the quad bike, you experience the countryside through movement and noise. At Tegalalang, you stop and look at how farming has shaped the valley. The two stops offer different ways to understand the same part of Bali.

The word terrace can make the area sound quiet and untouched. In practice, this is a well-known sightseeing place, and your visit is part of a busy tourism circuit. Still, the stepped fields remain the reason to come, and one hour is enough to understand the appeal.

Bring your camera, but do not let photography replace the view. If Cokde is your guide, the feedback indicates that he may help with pictures and explain the locations. Again, guide assignment is not guaranteed, so ask your operator at booking if a particular guide matters to you.

What the $87.95 price includes

At $87.95 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Ubud, but the price covers a lot. You receive private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, lunch, admission fees and taxes, ATV safety equipment, an instructor, the ride, the Monkey Forest visit, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and the Ubud market.

That bundle matters because transport alone can become expensive and tiring when you combine Kuta with several Ubud stops. You also avoid paying separate entrance costs at the included attractions, at least according to the tour details.

The strongest value comes from the private setup. Your group is the only group participating in the activity, so you are not placed into a large sightseeing coach schedule. That does not mean every stop will be private, since the attractions themselves are public places, but the transport and tour arrangement are for your group.

Lunch is included, which keeps the day simple. The details do not specify the restaurant, menu, or dietary options. If you have food restrictions, ask before booking rather than assuming the included meal will suit you.

Group discounts are available, though the exact price reduction is not stated. For families or friends traveling together, the per-person cost may make better sense than for one or two people. Since the vehicle and guiding are private, larger groups may get more value from the arrangement.

How to prepare for a seven-hour outing

The most important preparation is clothing. The ATV route includes mud and rough tracks, so wear items that can get dirty. The tour includes safety gear, but it does not list clothing or personal expenses, so bring anything personal you need for comfort.

You will move between very different environments in one day. The ride is active, the Monkey Forest involves walking, the market requires time on foot, and the rice terrace stop may involve uneven ground. Comfortable footwear is a sensible choice.

The tour requires good weather. If poor weather cancels the outing, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can also cancel for a full refund if you do so at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted, so watch the local cut-off time.

Confirmation is provided at booking. Pickup is offered, but the supplied details do not state the pickup area, exact pickup time, or whether every Kuta address is covered. Confirm those details before the day begins.

Who will enjoy this combination most

I would recommend this outing to couples, families, and friends who want an active day with several different stops. The included instructor and safety equipment make it easier to try the ATV portion without arranging a separate adventure.

Families should think about the ages and comfort levels in their group. The information says most people can participate, but it does not give a minimum age or detailed rules for children. Ask the provider before booking if young children will ride or share an ATV.

This is also a good fit if you have limited time in Bali and want a broad Ubud introduction. You see natural scenery, a temple forest, a market, and rice terraces in one organized day.

I would not choose it if your priority is a slow cultural tour with long meals and unhurried village walks. The ATV section is the anchor, and the schedule includes four separate stops. Anyone who dislikes mud, motorized adventure, or a busy sightseeing day should consider a gentler Ubud plan.

Should you book this Ubud tour?

Book it if you want one private day with action and classic Ubud sights. The combination is practical, and the included transport, lunch, admissions, instructor, and safety equipment make the $87.95 price easier to justify.

Before paying, confirm the actual ATV riding time, pickup details, lunch arrangements, and any child participation rules. If your group is larger, ask about the group discount. Also plan clothes for mud and enough energy for walking afterward.

This tour makes the most sense for a first Ubud visit built around variety. You will not get a slow, deeply detailed look at each place, but you will come away with a lively introduction to Bali’s countryside, macaques, market culture, and rice terraces.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The total duration is approximately seven hours.

Is transportation included?

Yes. Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle is included, and pickup is offered.

How long is the ATV ride?

The information gives both 1.5 hours and 2 hours for the ATV ride. The ATV stop itself is listed as three hours, which likely includes preparation and related time. Confirm the exact riding duration with the provider.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is included in the tour price.

Is this a private tour?

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

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

Because the experience requires good weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund if poor weather causes cancellation.