Two wild activities, one efficient plan in Ubud. This ATV + Ayung River rafting combo packs in rice-terrace riding, then shifts to white-water thrills with a safety-first setup.
I especially like how it’s built around professional guides plus real support on the day, from driving instruction to rafting safety briefing. The other big win is lunch in the middle, so you’re not starving between adrenaline hits. One thing to plan for: the rafting access involves a lot of stairs (reported as 450 steps down and 200 steps up), so bring water and wear shoes you don’t mind getting wet and muddy.
In This Review
- Quick Hits Before You Go
- The Value: Two Activities and Real Convenience for $93.55
- Getting There: Private Pickup, A/C Comfort, and a Clean Day Plan
- ATV Ride in Ubud: Rice Terraces, Mud, and Village-Edge Views
- Driving Instruction and Safety: How They Get You Ready Fast
- The Lunch Break: Indonesian Buffet in the Middle of the Day
- Ayung River Rafting: Beginner-Friendly Rapids With Real Physical Effort
- What’s Included Versus What You’ll Pay Extra For
- Booking Fit: Who This Tour Makes the Most Sense For
- Price and Logistics: Why This Combo Can Feel Like a Good Deal
- Should You Book It?
- FAQ
- How long is the tour?
- Where does the tour take place?
- Is pickup and drop-off included?
- What activities are included in the combo?
- Is the rafting suitable for beginners?
- What’s included for rafting safety and comfort?
- What are the age rules for riding the ATV?
- What meals are included?
- What is not included?
- What’s the cancellation policy?
Quick Hits Before You Go

- ATV ride through rice terraces and village areas: you’ll see farming activity and everyday local life along the route.
- Safety gear plus rafting safety briefing: the rafting portion is designed to be beginner-friendly.
- Lunch is included (Indonesian buffet): eat first, then head to the river so you don’t run on empty.
- Towels, shower, and locker facilities: you can freshen up after you get soaked.
- Private transportation and a group-limited format: pickup is offered, and only your group participates.
- Age rules are specific: single ATV riding requires age 12+, while younger kids follow tandem rules with an adult present.
The Value: Two Activities and Real Convenience for $93.55

At $93.55 per person, you’re paying for more than “an activity ticket.” This combo includes private transportation, lunch, experienced guides, rafting equipment with safety approval, and insurance coverage. It’s also built as a full-day rhythm (about 8 hours), so you don’t lose half the day doing transfers or hunting for separate bookings.
The biggest practical value is time and flow. ATV and rafting are both around 2 hours each, and the plan drops you into a clear sequence: ride first, refuel with buffet lunch, then raft. If you want Bali thrills without turning your day into a logistics project, this format helps a lot.
Do keep your expectations grounded. You’re doing two active experiences back-to-back, and your body will feel it. Even if the rafting is described as safe for beginners, you’re still going down to the river and back up again.
You can also read our reviews of more tours and experiences in Ubud.
Getting There: Private Pickup, A/C Comfort, and a Clean Day Plan

The tour uses a private car for transport, with pickup offered and drop-off back at your original pickup point. That matters in Ubud, where drive times can swing depending on where you’re staying. The “private” part also usually means you’re not stuck waiting for strangers forever.
The schedule is also structured. You’re looking at about 8 hours total, and the day is paced around the two activities plus lunch. You’ll get time for basics like changing and showering, because towels, lockers, and shower facilities are included.
A small detail that helps: the tour provides an instruction lesson for the ATV side. That’s not just a courtesy. It reduces guesswork and helps you feel ready before you start riding through fields and village routes.
ATV Ride in Ubud: Rice Terraces, Mud, and Village-Edge Views
The ATV portion is the first half of the day, and it’s designed to be both scenic and social. You start from the beginning point and ride through rice-terrace areas, where you can see farmers doing field work. After that, the route passes through local society villages, so you’re not only driving through greenery—you’re moving alongside real daily life.
What I like about this ATV setup is that it’s not just about speed. The route description emphasizes rice terraces, nearby villages, and local activities. That’s a big difference from the ATVs that feel like you’re stuck on one loop.
Here’s the realistic part: you’ll get muddy. That’s normal with quad biking in this environment. It’s why the shower and locker facilities later are a big plus. If you’re wearing shoes that are hard to clean, consider bringing a spare pair or at least planning on rinse-and-dry mode.
ATV riding has age rules, too:
- Single ride means you’re the rider on your own quad bike, and the minimum age is 12.
- Tandem means one driver and one passenger on the same quad bike, and it must be booked in multiples of 2 (for example, 2, 4, 6, or 8 travelers).
- Children from 5 to 11 can ride only with an adult present for the tandem passenger ride.
If you’re traveling with kids or mixed ages, this is the part you should double-check early so the day stays smooth.
Driving Instruction and Safety: How They Get You Ready Fast

You’re not thrown straight onto the quad bike. The tour includes driving instruction, and there’s guidance from an ATV guide during the ride. In plain terms, that’s how you reduce awkward moments like, Do I sit here? How hard can I brake? Where do I go if the guide stops?
On the rafting side, safety is also built into the flow. You get a safety briefing before you hit the Ayung River. The tour also provides safety-approved rafting equipment and includes insurance coverage.
Why I think this matters: beginners often worry about safety more than they worry about speed. A clear briefing and proper gear help you focus on the fun instead of the fear.
The Lunch Break: Indonesian Buffet in the Middle of the Day

After you finish the ATV ride, the plan includes a delicious lunch buffet with Indonesian food. Lunch is not an afterthought here—it’s a bridge between two active segments, and it helps keep energy stable for the rafting part.
This is also when you can do quick “reset” tasks. You may want to:
- drink water
- check you have what you need for the river
- use the locker/shower setup if you’re offered time
The only downside of a lunch break in a combo tour is timing. You’ll want to be hungry enough to eat, and you’ll want to move quickly when it’s time to head to the river. Still, in an 8-hour schedule, this mid-day meal is a smart inclusion.
Soft drinks are available for purchase, but they’re not included. So if you know you’ll want a drink with lunch, budget for that.
Ayung River Rafting: Beginner-Friendly Rapids With Real Physical Effort

The rafting happens on the Ayung River, and the tour describes it as safe for beginners, even if you’ve never rafted before. You’ll get a safety briefing first, then the guide leads your adventure for about 2 hours on the river.
The “beginner-friendly” part usually comes from three things the tour includes:
- safety briefing before launch
- experienced guides
- safety-approved rafting equipment
The river portion also includes rapids challenge, so it’s not just floating. You should expect the kind of movement that gets your arms working and your attention locked in. If you want a calm water experience only, you might find the rapids more intense than you planned.
Now, the physical reality. One helpful detail from the experience description and feedback: there are a lot of stairs to reach the river area (reported as 450 steps down and 200 steps up). Even if the rafting itself is manageable for beginners, that stair effort is a real consideration. If stairs are a problem for you, think carefully before booking. If you’re okay with walking and climbing, wear grippy footwear and take it steady.
Also plan for what you can buy. There’s mention of a stop where you can purchase drinks and snack along the way. That’s useful if you want to add extra hydration beyond what the tour includes.
What’s Included Versus What You’ll Pay Extra For

This combo does a lot for you in the included list:
- private transportation
- lunch (Indonesian buffet)
- experienced guides
- driving instruction lesson
- safety-approved rafting equipment
- towels, shower, and locker facilities
- insurance coverage
What you should expect to pay separately:
- soft drinks (available to purchase)
- souvenirs (available to purchase)
Practical tip: since drinks aren’t included, bring a water plan. Even if you’re not required to bring anything, you’ll feel better if you’re not relying on purchases only.
And yes, you’ll likely want to treat your phone like it’s going to meet water. The rafting part is wet by nature, and the ATV part makes mud likely. Bring storage solutions you can trust.
Booking Fit: Who This Tour Makes the Most Sense For

This is a solid choice if you want a full Ubud day with two outdoor activities and you don’t want to piece it all together yourself. You’ll probably enjoy it most if you:
- like action days instead of slow sightseeing
- want ATV visuals of rice terraces and village life
- are curious about rafting but not looking for an advanced training course
- appreciate having transport and meals handled
It may be less ideal if:
- stairs are hard for you (the river access is described as step-heavy)
- you want a very relaxed pace
- you’re traveling with kids and need a lot of flexibility with ATV seating rules
The age rules are clear, which is good. Just make sure your quad bike setup matches your group plan.
Price and Logistics: Why This Combo Can Feel Like a Good Deal
A combo tour is only “good value” if the included items actually matter to your day. In this case, they do. You get private transport, lunch, guides for both activities, and rafting equipment with safety approval. Add insurance coverage and the included shower/towel/locker facilities, and the price starts to look more reasonable than you’d expect from just comparing “ATV price + rafting price” in your head.
It also runs about 8 hours, which is a practical chunk of time for Ubud. Many people want to do something active in one day and still keep the next day for temples, markets, or quiet cafes.
One more detail worth noting: confirmation is received at booking time, and you can use a mobile ticket. That reduces last-minute uncertainty, especially if you’re juggling other tours.
Should You Book It?
Book this if you want a high-energy Ubud day that mixes rice-terrace ATV riding with beginner-friendly Ayung rafting, and you want transport and lunch handled. The included shower and lockers are a real quality-of-life perk after you get muddy and soaked.
I’d hesitate only if stairs are a major issue for you, because the route to the river is described as extremely step-heavy. Also plan to spend a little extra on soft drinks if that’s part of your routine.
If you’re ready for mud, water, and a busy timeline, this combo is a strong pick.
FAQ
How long is the tour?
The total duration is about 8 hours.
Where does the tour take place?
It’s in Ubud, Indonesia, with rafting on the Ayung River.
Is pickup and drop-off included?
Yes. Private transportation is included, pickup is offered, and drop-off returns to the original pickup point.
What activities are included in the combo?
You’ll do an ATV (quad bike) ride first, then white water rafting on the Ayung River.
Is the rafting suitable for beginners?
Yes. The rafting is described as safe for beginners, and there is a safety briefing before you start.
What’s included for rafting safety and comfort?
You get safety-approved rafting equipment, plus towels, shower, and locker facilities. Insurance coverage is also included.
What are the age rules for riding the ATV?
Minimum age allowed is 5 years. Minimum age for a single ATV ride is 12. Tandem riding is driver and passenger on the same quad bike, and tandem must be booked in multiples of 2. Children ages 5–11 must have an adult present for the passenger tandem ride.
What meals are included?
Lunch is included, served as an Indonesian food buffet.
What is not included?
Soft drinks are available to purchase but not included. Souvenirs are also available to purchase but not included.
What’s the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for free up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, you won’t get a refund.
























