Ubud: Rice Teracces,Gorila Face ATV & Rafting

Want Bali nature with some adrenaline? This one-day combo pairs Gorilla Face ATV trails through rice paddies and river scenery with the Ayung River rafting run, so you get big outdoor energy without spending your whole trip on logistics. I also like how the day is paced with short stops for photos, showers, and food, not just back-to-back bouncing around. One consideration: the headline price does not include entrance tickets for ATV, rafting, and the rice terraces, and solo riders have an extra 300k fee.

I like that you’re not stuck arranging transport across Bali. Pickup and drop-off options include Seminyak, Ubud, Kuta, Canggu, and Sanur, and the small group limit (4 participants) keeps things from turning into a factory tour. English guidance is part of the package, which matters when safety briefings are involved.

Between activities, you’ll get time to reset. You’ll shower after the ATV and again after rafting, then eat lunch (fried rice or noodles) before heading back. The mix of action and quick culture breaks is ideal if you want variety, not if you’re looking for a slow, wandering day in the countryside.

Key things that make this day work

• ATV + rafting in one run so you don’t burn time traveling between experiences
• Gorilla Face route that mixes jungle trail, river sections, and rice paddy views
• Ayung River for about 2.5 hours with green jungle and waterfall scenery along the way
• Tegallalang rice terraces with a short photo stop so you still see the famous fields
• Coffee plantation tasting plus 30-minute rice terrace visit to round out the adventure day

A tight combo day: ATV at Beji River, then rafting on the Ayung

This is the kind of day Bali does well: outdoors, movement, and scenery, all with a plan that doesn’t rely on you being a local scooter wizard. You start with quad biking around the Beji River area for about 1.5 hours, then shift gears to white-water rafting on the Ayung River for about 2.5 hours.

The value of doing it as a combo is simple: you get two very different adrenaline styles in one day. ATV time is about control and traction—figuring out a muddy trail, navigating turns, and getting that jungle-corridor feeling. Rafting is about momentum and teamwork—staying alert, listening to instructions, and enjoying the river’s twists as you take on the rapids.

The day also has built-in reset points. You don’t just run activity-to-activity without a breather. You’ll get gear for the activities, a safety briefing, and you’ll have shower time plus lunch before you return.

Getting picked up in Bali without the hassle

You have multiple options for where the day starts. There are five pickup locations: Seminyak, Ubud, Kuta, Canggu, and Sanur. There are also five drop-off locations matching those same neighborhoods. That matters because Bali’s traffic and distances can turn a “quick” plan into a half-day project if you’re on your own.

You can also go directly to the meeting point, or start with pickup before heading to Ubud. Either way, the flow is meant to move you from one activity to the next with one guide setup—no hunting for separate drivers or trying to time multiple reservations.

In plain terms: if you want a fun outdoor day and you don’t want to spend your energy on navigation, the pickup-and-drop approach is a big plus.

Beji River ATV and the Gorilla Face route: what it feels like

Your first real hit of adventure is the quad bike ride in the Beji River area. Plan for about 1.5 hours of off-road time, after a safety briefing and gear setup. If you’ve never ridden before, this is still approachable because you’ll be guided through what to do and what to avoid.

Here’s what I’d focus on: the route is not just a flat track. You’re riding through jungle surroundings, rice paddy scenery, and river environments, and the highlight is the Gorilla Face portion. You’ll also pass through a Gorilla Face cave area during the ride.

That combination is what makes ATV time in Ubud feel more like an experience than just a ride. The scenery helps the adrenaline feel fun instead of exhausting. You’re not trapped in a single soundscape; you’re constantly switching between views of green fields, river bends, and trail texture under your tires.

Tandem with a friend or drive solo

You can ride in a tandem setup with a companion, or you can drive your own quad for a solo adventure. Tandem is a smart choice if you want the thrill without dealing with full control, and solo is the move if you want to feel fully responsible for your line and speed.

One detail to keep in mind: solo travelers have an extra 300k fee. If you’re traveling alone, factor that into your overall budget before you fall in love with the idea of driving your own quad.

The practical rhythm: gear up, shower, and reset

A day like this can either feel organized or chaotic. The good news is this plan includes small “reset beats” so you can stay comfortable.

After the ATV, you’ll freshen up with a shower before the next activity. Then you switch to rafting gear and get prepped again with a safety briefing. After rafting, there’s another shower and lunch.

This is not a minor detail. ATV mud and river spray can linger, and having a chance to wash up before lunch makes the day feel more like a vacation and less like a wet obstacle course.

Lunch is provided after rafting, with fried rice or noodles. It’s a welcome, straightforward fuel stop that helps you finish the day without hunting for food between activities.

Ayung River rafting: green jungle scenery and rapids

Next up is the main water activity: white river rafting on the Ayung River, with a duration of about 2.5 hours. You’ll be out on the water long enough to feel like you actually did rafting—not just a quick splash and a photo.

The scenery is a big part of the experience. You’ll see sweeping views of the green jungle, plus waterfall scenery along the river. That’s exactly what keeps rafting from feeling purely physical. Even when you’re focused on safety and commands, you still get that “this river has a story” feeling.

Why 2.5 hours is the right length

Too-short rafting can feel like a teaser. Too-long rafting can wear you down. About 2.5 hours hits the sweet spot: enough time to experience rapids, settle into the rhythm with your crew, and still have energy afterward for the rice terrace and coffee stop.

Also, this plan includes the showers after. So even though rafting is messy in the normal human ways, you’re not stuck with damp clothes while you tour the next stop.

Tegallalang rice terraces: a fast classic photo stop

After rafting and lunch, you’ll make a break at Tegallalang Rice Terrace with about 30 minutes for photos and a visit. Tegallalang is one of those Bali names you hear everywhere for a reason: the terraces are visually strong, and the views are easy to frame, even with limited time.

The trade-off is obvious: 30 minutes is not a long slow wander. It’s more of a “check it off” stop—enough time to take photos, soak in the view, and move on.

If you’re the kind of traveler who wants extended walking time in rice fields, you might wish you had more. But if you want to keep the day action-heavy (ATV and rafting are not small commitments), this short terrace break is a smart pacing choice.

Coffee plantation tasting: an easy way to slow down

To round out the adventure, the schedule includes a coffee plantation visit with about 1 hour for coffee and coffee tasting.

This is a low-effort, high-comfort add-on after rafting. You get a warm setting, a chance to sit, and a cultural element that matches Bali’s coffee story—without making you lose half the day.

What you should plan for

Coffee tasting usually works best when you go in with flexible expectations. Some tours focus more on the tasting, others on the plantation story. Either way, treat it as a relaxing finisher so you’re ready for the ride back.

Price and value: what that $24 actually means

The listed price is $24 per person for a 1-day experience. But the important money detail is this: entrance tickets for ATV, rafting, and the rice terrace are not included.

So how do you judge value fairly?

You can think of it like this:

• You’re paying for a packaged day that includes the activities framework, English live tour guidance, and the movement between stops.
• You still need to budget extra for the entrance tickets tied to the ATV, rafting, and rice terrace elements.
• You may also pay the 300k solo fee if you want to ride solo on the quad.

The practical value—what you feel in real life—is that you’re not coordinating multiple standalone reservations and drivers across Bali. One guide setup plus pickup/drop-off options saves time, stress, and decision fatigue. That matters when traffic and distances can be unpredictable.

If you were to do ATV, rafting, and terraces separately, you’d likely spend extra on transport and planning. Here, the day is built as a sequence, with showers and lunch included in the flow. That’s where the bargain often shows up: not just in price, but in how smoothly you can enjoy the day.

Who this tour is best for (and who should think twice)

This combo day is ideal if you:

• Want maximum variety in one Bali day: ATV + rafting + rice terraces + coffee
• Like small groups (limited to 4 participants) and clearer attention from an English-speaking guide
• Prefer a day plan with pickup and drop-off options instead of figuring everything out yourself
• Are comfortable getting a bit dirty and then washing up before lunch

You might want to choose something else if you:

• Only want a gentle sightseeing pace. This is an active day with a lot of moving parts.
• Plan to spend the day mainly photographing and wandering rice fields slowly. The terrace stop is only about 30 minutes.

Tour setup basics that affect your comfort

This is a one-day day trip, and it helps to show up prepared. Bring what’s listed:

• Change of clothes
• Camera
• Credit card
• Cash

A rainy-day attitude also helps. ATV and rafting are naturally wet-and-muddy activities, even if conditions vary. The tour includes showers, but you’ll still want to treat this as an outdoor adventure day.

Also, plan around activity order. ATV first means you’ll likely feel adrenaline early, then you’ll cool down a bit with shower time, and then you’ll get back into movement on the river.

The quick honesty check: is this worth booking?

Yes, I’d book it if you want a one-day Bali hit that balances action and nature. The strongest reasons are practical: Gorilla Face ATV plus Ayung rafting gives you two big experiences in one go, and the small-group feel keeps the day from feeling like a cattle call. Add in showers, lunch, and a short rice terrace and coffee stop, and you’ve basically got a full Bali outdoors sampler without the stress of planning transport between attractions.

Hold off or double-check your math if you’re budgeting tightly, because entrance tickets for ATV, rafting, and the rice terraces are not included, and solo travelers have a 300k add-on.

If you want a full, fun day that feels organized and outdoorsy, this is a good fit.

Should you book this Ubud ATV, rafting, rice terrace, and coffee day?

Book it if you:

• Want the combo (ATV + rafting) instead of choosing just one
• Like the idea of a guided, English-based day with pickup and drop-off
• Are okay with a shorter Tegallalang stop in exchange for more adventure time

Skip it if you:

• Need a fully included price with no extra ticket costs
• Prefer slow, long sightseeing over riding and rafting

FAQ

How long is the Ubud ATV and rafting experience?

The full tour runs for 1 day, with the exact starting time based on availability.

Where are the pickup locations?

Pickup is available from Seminyak, Ubud, Kuta, Canggu, and Sanur.

Where are the drop-off locations?

Drop-off is available in Sanur, Seminyak, Ubud, Canggu, and Kuta.

What activities are included in the day?

You’ll do an ATV ride near the Beji River, go white-water rafting on the Ayung River, visit Tegallalang Rice Terrace, and enjoy a coffee plantation coffee tasting.

Are entrance tickets included?

No. Entrance tickets for the ATV, rafting, and Rice Terrace are not included.

What’s included in the price besides the activities?

The included item listed is DRIVER.

How long are the ATV and rafting parts?

The ATV ride is about 1.5 hours, and the rafting on the Ayung River is about 2.5 hours.

Is the tour guide English-speaking?

Yes, the tour includes a live tour guide in English.

What should I bring?

Bring a change of clothes, a camera, a credit card, and cash.

Is there an extra charge for solo travelers?

Yes. For solo travelers, there is an additional 300k fee.