Ubud: Rice Teracces,Gorila Face ATV & Rafting

A day like this turns Ubud into an outdoor playground. You get ATV quad biking through rice paddies and jungle paths, plus white-water energy on the Ayung River. The one catch: entrance tickets for the ATV, rafting, and rice terraces aren’t included, so you’ll budget a bit extra on top of the listed price.

What I especially like is how the day keeps moving without feeling chaotic. You ride, you wash up with showers, you eat something simple and filling (fried rice or noodles), and you’re back out in nature again.

One consideration: if you’re a solo traveler, there’s an added cost for a driver (300k). It’s still a good format if you want a dedicated ride day, just don’t assume solo pricing equals shared-group pricing.

Key things I’d plan around

• Gorilla Face Cave: a dramatic jungle stop that breaks up the ride with real visual payoff
• ATV choice: ride tandem with a friend or drive your own quad for a more personal thrill
• Longest-feeling quad track near Ubud: long stretches of scenic riding instead of short, stop-and-go loops
• Ayung River rafting: plan for a full white-water experience with views of jungle and waterfall scenes
• Driver and guide quality: multiple reviews call out how helpful and friendly the team was, including Reval

Ubud’s quad-and-raft day feels like three adventures in one

This is the kind of tour that’s made for people who get restless sitting still. In one day, you swap between powered adventure (ATV), jungle sightseeing (rice terraces and Gorilla Face), and a classic Bali river ride (Ayung rafting).

You’re not just getting a ride. The route is built around varied scenery: rice paddies, river settings, and jungle trails. That matters because the day doesn’t feel repetitive, even though it’s packed.

Price and what it really covers

The listed price is $24 per person, for a 1-day combo in the Ubud area. But your final total will depend on the entrance fees, because ATV, rafting, and rice terraces tickets aren’t included in what you pay upfront.

That’s also why I like to think of this as two parts: what you pay for the organized day and what you pay for access. When you’re budgeting, add the missing entrance tickets so you aren’t surprised later.

If you’re traveling solo, also plan for the 300k added driver cost. This is one of those details that can quietly change the value calculation, so it’s worth checking before you commit.

Pickups and drop-offs: the easiest way to do Ubud without extra planning

You get pickup options from five areas: Sanur, Seminyak, Canggu, Kuta, or Ubud. Then later, you’re dropped off at Seminyak, Sanur, Ubud, Kuta, or Canggu.

This matters because Bali road traffic can mess with your timing. Having door-to-door pickup keeps the day simple, especially if you’re stacking it with other plans around Ubud.

For the smoothest day, keep your morning start realistic. You’re heading into outdoor activities, and those usually start with briefings and gear times.

Rice terraces plus Gorilla Face: the scenery stop that isn’t just a photo break

The day includes rice terraces and a stop at Gorilla Face. This part of the experience is where the tour shifts from action to atmosphere.

Rice terraces give you that classic Bali look, but here it’s paired with jungle rivers and a path-style exploration. You get movement and scenery together, instead of standing still waiting for a bus.

Then you head to Gorilla Face Cave, a setting that feels more dramatic than a standard viewpoint. It’s not just a scenic detour; it’s a change in texture and mood. Expect a cave-and-jungle feeling that makes the rest of the day seem even more outdoorsy.

If you’re the kind of traveler who only cares about rides, don’t skip this segment. It’s the part that makes the day feel like Bali, not just an activity circuit.

ATV quad biking near Ubud: tandem ride or your own quad

The ATV segment is a standout because it gives you control over how you ride.

You can:

• Ride tandem with a friend (one quad setup, shared experience), or
• Drive your own quad for a solo thrill

If you’re traveling with someone who doesn’t mind being close to you during action, tandem can be fun because you can talk through the bumps and keep the experience more social. If you want personal space and full throttle decisions, drive-your-own is the way to go.

The ride itself takes you through jungle greenery, rice paddies, and river-area paths. The tour also highlights a long quad bike track near Ubud, so this doesn’t feel like a quick circuit and done. You should expect stretches of riding where you actually get the rhythm of the quad.

And yes, you’ll get a safety briefing first. That helps a lot if you’re new to quad bikes, especially since you’ll be switching terrain types during the ride.

Beji River track and the pace you should expect

You’ll spend about 1.5 hours on the quad ride, and it’s tied to the Beji River area. That time usually goes into a mix of trail riding, brief stops, and the moments where the guide keeps the group together.

Here’s the part I’d plan for: your body gets work without you noticing until the end. Quad biking is bouncy. Even if you’re comfortable on a bike, you’ll feel it in your grip and legs after you sit through multiple terrain changes.

A plus in the tour flow is that you don’t just ride and leave dirty. You get freshened up with a shower before the next activity. It’s one of those small logistics wins that makes a big difference on a day that’s otherwise physically messy.

Coffee plantation tasting: a calmer break between adrenaline blocks

After the adventure riding and jungle stops, the day includes a coffee plantation stop for a tasting.

This isn’t a full slow-tour day, so don’t expect a lecture-style deep dive. But it does give you a break from wet and muddy energy. If you like trying local flavors without turning it into a whole separate afternoon, this pacing makes sense.

Think of it as a reset: you’re changing environments again, and you’re giving your body a chance to cool down.

If you’re sensitive to strong smells or want to move quickly, you can still treat it like a short stop and focus on the tasting portion.

Ayung River rafting: about 2.5 hours on the water, bigger views than you expect

Next comes the main water event: white river rafting on the Ayung River. The schedule lists about 3.5 hours total for rafting, and it also describes roughly 2.5 hours on the river, so plan on a full block that includes prep and time in the raft.

This is where the day shifts from riding your own vehicle to trusting the river and your raft crew.

Expect:

• Jungle views as you go
• Waterfall scenes along the river
• The adrenaline of white-water runs, not just calm floats

Rafting on Ayung is a classic Bali experience for a reason. You get enough rapids to feel excitement, but the scenery is still the star. In other words, it’s not only about getting wet and surviving waves. You get to look around while the raft does its job.

The safety reality check (and why a good guide changes everything)

Rafting is one of those activities where good organization feels like safety. You’ll do a safety briefing and gear up with what you need for the journey.

The big practical question for you is: how do you feel in fast water scenarios? If you get anxious, you’ll want a guide who communicates clearly and keeps the group moving calmly. That’s something this tour seems to do well, based on strong feedback about how helpful the driver and guide were.

One review specifically praised Reval for being super helpful and for getting a better price than advertised for ATV and white-water rafting. That kind of hands-on support matters when you’re trying to plan a day where costs can change depending on what’s included.

You’ll also get showers again after the rafting segment. That turns rafting from an all-day inconvenience into something you can actually enjoy more than once during your trip.

Lunch and showers: the part you’ll be grateful for later

After rafting, you’ll have another shower and then eat lunch. The food is described as fried rice or noodles.

This is simple, not fancy. But on a day packed with mud, water, and movement, simple food is exactly what you want. You don’t need a gourmet meal; you need calories and something that doesn’t upset your stomach after a wet adrenaline block.

The shower stops also help you avoid the classic Bali travel problem: looking like a swamp creature on your way back to dinner plans.

Transfers and timing: why the day works as a single block

This combo tour is built around a loop: pickup, rice terraces and Gorilla Face, quad ride, coffee tasting, rafting, lunch, and drop-off.

The fact it runs as one day is the value play. You’re consolidating multiple paid activities into a single guided schedule, and you don’t have to arrange separate transport for each part.

For readers staying near the beach (Seminyak, Kuta, Canggu, Sanur), the pickup-and-drop format is especially handy. For Ubud stays, it still helps because it removes the day’s headache.

Who this tour is best for

This tour fits best if you want:

• A full outdoor day without spending hours planning logistics
• Action plus scenery, not just one or the other
• The option to ride tandem or drive your own ATV
• White-water energy plus jungle views on the Ayung River

I’d especially recommend it to couples and small groups who want to do multiple activities in one day. If you’re traveling solo, it can still work, but do the math with the solo driver cost (300k) so the value feels right.

If you hate getting muddy or you want a totally relaxed day with minimal physical effort, this might feel like too much. This is an active itinerary.

Should you book the Ubud ATV, Gorilla Face, and Ayung rafting combo?

I think it’s a strong booking if you’re the type who likes variety in a single day: quads in the jungle, a dramatic cave stop, then river time with real rapids and views. The biggest quality advantage here seems to be the helpful driver and guide support, and that showed up clearly in feedback that singled out Reval.

Book it if:

• You’re okay paying entrance tickets separately for ATV, rafting, and rice terraces
• You want one-day access to multiple Ubud highlights
• You’re excited by both ride-time and river-time

Skip or rethink it if:

• You’re strictly budget-first and $24 plus entrance fees would feel uncomfortable
• You’re traveling solo and the 300k solo driver add-on changes the cost too much
• You want a slow, low-adrenaline itinerary

If you’re ready for a muddy, wet, smiley day outdoors, this is a practical way to get a lot of Bali into a single schedule.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour is listed as 1 day.

Where are the pickup locations?

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

Where are the drop-off locations?

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

What activities are included in the day?

You’ll do rice terraces and Gorilla Face, ATV quad biking, and white river rafting on the Ayung River. There is also a coffee plantation stop for a tasting, plus lunch and shower time.

How long is the rafting portion?

The rafting portion is listed as 3.5 hours, and the description also mentions about 2.5 hours on the river.

How long is the quad bike ride?

The quad bike ride is listed as 1.5 hours.

Can I ride tandem or do I have to drive alone?

You can ride in tandem with a companion or drive your own ATV for a solo ride.

Are entrance tickets included?

No. Entrance tickets for ATV, rafting, and rice terraces are not included.

Is there a guide and is English available?

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

Is there an extra cost for solo travelers?

Yes. For solo travelers, you need to pay 300k for a driver.