Bali ATV Ride Adventure with lunch

Mud makes Bali memorable. This ATV outing gives you a lively way to see the countryside around Ubud, with a 1.5 to 2-hour ride through jungle tracks, bamboo forest, water, and rice paddies. I like that lunch, fuel, insurance, a helmet, and riding boots are included, and I also like the choice of adding hotel transfers and Tegenungan Waterfall.

The main drawback is that the advertised price of $45 per person does not automatically include pickup or the waterfall visit. You also need at least two people to book, and the tandem option has strict even-number rules. Check those details before you pay.

Key points at a glance

• ATV time is the heart of the outing: Expect roughly 1.5 to 2 hours on the quad bike, not five full hours of riding.
• The route gets properly messy: Water, mud, jungle tracks, bamboo forest, and rice paddies make this more than a smooth sightseeing circuit.
• Lunch is included: An Indonesian buffet follows the ride, which is useful after a muddy morning.
• Tegenungan Waterfall is optional: You can add entrance to the waterfall and spend time swimming or relaxing there.
• Transfers require an upgrade: Hotel pickup and return are available around Ubud and much of south Bali if you choose that option.
• Ride choice matters: Solo means one ATV per person. Tandem means two people share one ATV, and tandem bookings must be made in groups of two.

What this Ubud ATV experience is really like

This is an active half-day outing based at Bali Pertiwi Adventure in Bongkasa Pertiwi, north of the main south Bali resort belt. The advertised total duration is about five hours, but the actual ATV riding takes around 1.5 to 2 hours. The rest of the time is used for arrival, preparation, the meal, and any selected waterfall visit or transport.

I see the appeal immediately. Ubud’s countryside is lovely from a car window, but an ATV lets you move through it at ground level. You get closer to the rough tracks, wet sections, bamboo, and farm areas. The trade-off is comfort. This is not a quiet countryside tour, and it is not a gentle photo stop. You should expect noise, dirt, and a ride that asks you to pay attention.

Your guide provides basic instructions before setting out, along with a helmet and special riding boots. Fuel and insurance are included. That makes the $45 starting price easier to judge, since several practical costs are already covered.

The group size is capped at 15 people. That is large enough to give the outing a social feel, but small enough that it should not become a huge convoy. The exact pace can still depend on the group and the guide, so do not expect a private ride unless you arrange one separately.

Starting at Bali Pertiwi Adventure in Bongkasa Pertiwi

The meeting point is Bali Pertiwi Adventure, at Jalan Dewi Saraswati No. 2, Bongkasa Pertiwi, Abiansemal, Bali 80352. If you do not select a transfer package, you are responsible for getting to this starting point and returning from it.

The pickup upgrade covers hotels around Ubud and much of south Bali. That can be worth considering because Bali traffic can make a short map distance take much longer. The transfer duration is subject to local traffic, so keep your schedule loose after the activity.

Once you arrive, the practical routine is straightforward. You receive safety equipment and instructions, then get ready for the ride. The information provided does not give a detailed training schedule or describe the exact ATV models, so I would treat the instruction as an orientation rather than a formal driving course.

The minimum booking is two people. That rule matters for couples and small groups, since a solo booking is not available under the stated conditions. The maximum is 15 people, which keeps the outing from becoming a very large operation.

Solo or tandem riding: choose carefully

The ride offers two formats. A solo ride gives every person one quad bike. A tandem ride puts two people on one ATV, with one person driving alongside a partner.

Tandem bookings must be made in multiples of two: two, four, six, or eight people, and so on. If you book an odd number for tandem riding, the person left without a partner may face an extra charge at the ATV starting point. This is one of the most important details to settle before booking.

For a confident driver who wants full control, solo riding is the more obvious choice. It also gives you your own machine for the whole route. Tandem riding can suit a pair who want to share the experience or who prefer not to drive alone, but you should agree in advance about who will operate the ATV.

The supplied details do not explain driver age limits, license rules, or the procedure for switching drivers. Ask the operator directly if those points affect your group. The general information says most people can participate, but that is not the same as a guarantee for every physical condition or riding ability.

The ATV route through mud, water, and rice paddies

The ride is described as a trip through jungle trails, bamboo forest, rice paddies, water, mud, and even a waterfall section. That variety is the main reason to choose this outing over a simple countryside drive.

The dirt tracks should give you the strongest sense of adventure. You are not simply looking at rural Bali from a road. You are handling a quad bike over changing ground, following the guide through a route designed for off-road riding.

The bamboo forest adds a different feel. Bamboo is one of Bali’s familiar rural sights, but the experience changes when you pass through it on an ATV. The route also moves through rice-growing areas, giving you a look at the working countryside rather than only temple compounds and shopping streets.

Water and mud are not minor details here. The direct comments about the ride praise going through both, along with the waterfall area. I would plan to get dirty and wet. The supplied information does not say that showers, lockers, or changing rooms are included, so bring only what you need and confirm the changing arrangements before you arrive.

A guide rides with the group and provides the safety briefing. One especially well-liked detail is the guide taking photos while riding his own ATV. That can save you from trying to handle a phone on rough ground, though the photos and souvenirs are sold separately.

The route should be fun for someone who wants a physical activity with scenery attached. It may be less appealing if you want a slow, polished tour or if you dislike mud. The word adventure here has a practical meaning: your clothes and shoes may come away looking very different from when you started.

Lunch after the ride

An Indonesian buffet lunch is included after the ATV portion. This is a useful inclusion, not just a decorative extra. After two hours of riding in warm conditions, having food arranged at the activity venue means you do not need to search for a restaurant while dirty and tired.

The information does not list the buffet dishes, dietary choices, or specific drinks. Additional drinks are not included, so carry money for beverages. If you have dietary restrictions, ask ahead rather than assuming the buffet will meet your needs.

The meal also helps explain the five-hour total duration. The outing is not simply a short quad-bike circuit with a quick goodbye. You have time built in for the activity and food, with the waterfall added if you choose that option.

Adding Tegenungan Waterfall

Tegenungan Waterfall is an optional part of the day. If selected, the package includes the entrance fee, and the plan is to visit by van, swim, and relax near the falls.

This is a sensible add-on for anyone who wants a fuller day. The waterfall gives you a change of pace after the ATV ride. Instead of staying on the quad bike from start to finish, you get time around a major Bali sight and the chance to cool off.

There is one practical limitation: the waterfall is not included in every version of the experience. Make sure the option you select specifically includes it. The details do not state how long you will spend there, whether swimming conditions are suitable on the day, or whether changing facilities are included.

If your main goal is ATV riding, you may not need the extra stop. If you want to combine an active outing with a well-known Ubud-area attraction, it makes the day more varied.

What the guides and driver service add

The human side of the operation receives particularly warm praise. Wayan is named as a friendly and helpful host who assisted with day plans, local information, and sightseeing around Bali. Other comments praise drivers for arriving on time, being helpful, and adding humor to longer days.

That praise covers KoiBali Tour’s wider service, not just every moment of the ATV route, so I would not assume Wayan will personally lead your quad-bike ride. Still, the comments suggest that the company places value on personable service, which matters when transport and an outdoor activity are combined.

For the ATV itself, the guide’s role is practical: explain the ride, provide safety gear, lead the group, and help with photos. Good guiding can make a big difference on a muddy route. You want clear instructions and a guide who watches the group, especially when riders have different levels of experience.

The overall rating shown for the experience is 4.9 from seven ratings. That is a strong sign, but it is also a small sample. I would treat it as encouraging rather than final proof that every departure will be identical.

Is $45 a fair price?

At $45 per person, the basic package offers reasonable value if you want several elements in one half-day booking. You receive the ATV experience, Indonesian buffet lunch, helmet, special boots, fuel, and insurance. That is more useful than a low headline price that adds equipment and fuel charges later.

The value improves for someone who wants a simple activity with food already arranged. You avoid planning a separate lunch, and the equipment reduces the amount of specialist gear you need to bring.

The calculation changes if you need transport or want the waterfall. Both are optional upgrades, and the supplied information does not give their extra prices. Check the final total before booking. A package that looks like a $45 outing may cost more once hotel transfers and Tegenungan entrance are added.

Souvenir photos are also extra. I would not regard that as a problem, since buying photos is optional, but it is worth knowing if you want a record of the ride without carrying your phone through the mud.

Who should book this ride?

I would recommend it to you if you want active sightseeing, enjoy driving or sharing a quad bike, and do not mind getting wet and muddy. It is also a good fit for couples, friends, and families who meet the booking requirements and want a clear activity rather than an open-ended day of wandering.

The optional waterfall makes it more attractive for anyone trying to combine two popular Bali activities. The lunch helps keep the day efficient, especially if you are staying near Ubud or have arranged a transfer.

I would think twice if you want a quiet nature outing, dislike motor noise, or need a highly detailed accessibility plan. The information says most people can participate, but it does not provide enough detail about mobility accommodations, rider restrictions, changing areas, or medical requirements.

Book with care if your group wants tandem ATVs. Make sure the number of participants is even, and confirm any extra fee before arrival. For solo riding, confirm that each person is booked for one quad bike.

Booking, cancellation, and useful planning tips

Confirmation is provided at booking, and mobile tickets are available. Pickup is offered only when the relevant option is selected, so do not assume a hotel transfer is part of the basic rate.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted for a refund.

I would wear clothes and shoes you are happy to get dirty. The operator supplies boots and a helmet, but the information does not say that towels, drinks, or photos are included. Bring money for additional drinks and optional photos, and keep valuables to a minimum.

Allow more time than the riding duration if you are arranging your own transport. Bali traffic can affect transfers, and the total activity lasts about five hours. The official end point is back at the meeting point unless your selected transfer option takes you back to your hotel.

My booking verdict

I would book this ATV outing if you want a muddy, active morning with lunch and the option of adding Tegenungan Waterfall. The mix of jungle tracks, bamboo, rice paddies, water, and mud gives it more character than a short ride on a flat track.

The $45 base price is fair for the included gear, fuel, insurance, and meal, but check the final cost for transfers and the waterfall. Choose solo or tandem carefully, especially if your group has an odd number.

For the best fit, book this as an adventure day, not a relaxed sightseeing tour. If you arrive ready for dirt, noise, and a little friendly chaos, it should deliver a memorable look at rural Bali.

FAQ

Where does the Bali ATV ride start?

The activity starts at Bali Pertiwi Adventure, Jalan Dewi Saraswati No. 2, Bongkasa Pertiwi, Abiansemal, Bali 80352, Indonesia.

Where does the activity end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point unless you select an option that includes hotel drop-off.

How long does the ATV ride last?

The ATV portion lasts about 1.5 to 2 hours. The total experience lasts approximately five hours.

Is lunch included?

Yes. An Indonesian buffet lunch is included.

Is ATV equipment provided?

Yes. A helmet and special boots for the ATV ride are provided.

Is fuel included?

Yes. The fuel surcharge is included in the package.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included only if you select the transfer option. Transfers are available from hotels around Ubud and much of south Bali.

Is Tegenungan Waterfall included?

The waterfall visit is included only if you select that option. The entrance fee is included when the waterfall option is chosen.

Can one person book the tour?

No. A minimum of two people per booking is required.

What is the difference between solo and tandem riding?

Solo riding gives each person one quad bike. Tandem riding puts two people on one quad bike, and tandem bookings must be made in groups of two.

Are photos included?

No. Photos and souvenirs are available for purchase separately.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start are not accepted.