Full Day ATV Ride, Monkey Forest,Tegalalang Rice Terrace

Mud, monkeys, and rice terraces make a lively day. This private Ubud outing combines a 1.5 to 2-hour ATV ride with the Sacred Monkey Forest, Ubud Art Market, and Tegalalang Rice Terrace. I like the mix of outdoor adventure and cultural stops, plus the convenience of a private, air-conditioned vehicle with lunch included. The main drawback is a busy schedule, and the published details give different ATV durations and monkey counts, so you should confirm the exact plan before setting off.

At $87.95 per person, the tour is priced above a simple sightseeing transfer, but you are paying for a full day of transport, admissions, safety equipment, an instructor, lunch, and a private group arrangement. Pickup is offered, and confirmation comes at booking, which makes this a practical choice if you want one organized day rather than several separate bookings.

The day suits families, couples, and small groups who want to see several Ubud highlights without arranging each ride themselves. The ATV section brings the excitement, while the forest and rice terraces slow the pace. Guides named Gede and Cokde have received especially warm praise for their friendliness, helpfulness, explanations, and photography skills.

Key points to know before booking

• Private tour for your group: You are not placed with a larger mixed group, which gives the day a more personal feel.
• ATV ride through varied terrain: Expect rugged tracks, muddy trails, waterfalls, and scenic countryside.
• Four distinct stops: The route includes Pertiwi Adventure, Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, Ubud Art Market, and Tegalalang Rice Terrace.
• Lunch and equipment included: Safety gear, an instructor, transport, admission fees, and lunch are part of the listed price.
• A guide can shape the day: Gede and Cokde are specifically praised for being friendly, helpful, informative, and good with photographs.
• Check the timing: The tour is listed as about seven hours, but the ATV portion is described as both 1.5 hours and 2 hours in different details.

Why this seven-hour Ubud day works

Ubud is not just one attraction. Its appeal comes from the contrast between temple grounds, forest paths, working rice terraces, craft stalls, and rural roads. This tour gives you a quick but broad look at that mix.

I like the way the day starts with physical activity and then shifts toward nature and culture. After the ATV ride, the Monkey Forest offers shaded walking paths and temple architecture. Tegalalang provides open views and photographs, while the art market adds a chance to browse local goods.

That range is also the day’s main challenge. Four stops in roughly seven hours leaves limited time at each one, especially once driving and lunch are included. You should choose this tour for variety, not for long, quiet visits at every stop.

Because the outing is private, the pace may feel easier than a large coach tour. Your group can spend more time at a favorite stop, within the limits of the planned schedule. The provider lists private transportation and says only your group participates.

The ATV ride at Pertiwi Adventure

The ATV section is the day’s main burst of energy. At Pertiwi Adventure, you receive safety equipment and ride with a professional instructor. The route is described as including rugged terrain, muddy tracks, waterfalls, and scenic countryside.

That mix matters. This is not simply a short ride around a flat practice course. The appeal comes from handling changing surfaces while seeing parts of Bali that you would not encounter from the back seat of a car. If you like active outings, this is likely to be the part you remember most.

The timing needs clarification. The overview describes a 1.5-hour ride, while the inclusions say 2 hours, and the itinerary gives the ATV stop a total of three hours. That longer block may include check-in, equipment, instruction, and changing time, but the exact breakdown is not stated. Ask the provider how much time you will actually spend riding.

The ride may suit children, since one family specifically praised the exciting track and said the children enjoyed it. Still, the available information does not give a minimum age, height rule, weight limit, or driving policy for children. If you are booking for a family, ask those questions before paying.

You should also expect mud as part of the fun, not as an unlikely accident. Wear clothes and shoes you can get dirty. The supplied information confirms muddy trails but does not state whether changing facilities, towels, or storage are provided, so do not assume those extras are included.

The instructor is an important part of the value. A good guide can make the ride feel controlled rather than chaotic, especially when the route becomes rough. Safety equipment and professional instruction are included, which removes two common extra costs from an independently arranged ATV outing.

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary after the ride

The Monkey Forest changes the mood completely. Instead of engine noise and muddy tracks, you walk through a natural sanctuary and temple complex in Ubud. The visit is listed at two hours, giving you more time here than at the market or rice terrace.

The forest is home to grey long-tailed macaques. The supplied information gives two different population figures, approximately 700 in the overview and approximately 340 in the detailed stop description. Treat those numbers as estimates rather than a precise count. The important point is that you are visiting a sizable macaque habitat with ancient temples and walking paths.

I like this stop because it combines wildlife with Balinese religious architecture. You are not simply looking at monkeys in an enclosure. The setting includes forest trails and temple structures, so the visit has more depth than a quick animal-photo stop.

The monkeys are also wild animals, not trained performers. Keep your attention on your belongings and follow the sanctuary’s instructions. The available details do not list specific rules about food, bags, or touching, so your guide and the sanctuary signs should be your authority on the day.

Two hours can feel generous here, particularly after the ATV ride. You can walk, look for macaques in their natural setting, and take photographs without having to rush through the entire visit. The feedback on the tour gives special praise to the monkey stop and to the photographs taken during the day.

One practical point: the phrase taking pictures with the monkeys should not be read as a promise that you will handle or pose with them. The provided description says you observe them in their natural habitat. Keep a respectful distance and let the guide explain what is appropriate.

Ubud Art Market for one hour

The Ubud Art Market is a compact shopping stop in the middle of the day. You have about one hour to browse its organized chaos, which is enough for a look around and perhaps a purchase, but not enough for a relaxed shopping expedition.

This stop adds a human, commercial side to the itinerary. After the forest and rice fields, you see the kind of craft market that makes Ubud a popular base for exploring central Bali. The market is described as a place to find a wide range of goods, so you may encounter clothing, souvenirs, and handmade items, though the exact stalls and products can change.

An hour is a sensible limit if shopping is not your main aim. You can get a feel for the place without losing the afternoon to bargaining. If you enjoy browsing, prepare to make quick decisions, since the rice terrace follows this stop.

The market may be less appealing if you want only quiet cultural sites. It is a tourist-oriented stop, and the description itself points to its busy, highly arranged commercial atmosphere. I would treat it as a chance to browse rather than the cultural heart of the day.

Because the tour is private, you can tell your guide if you want to spend more or less time here. The schedule may not always allow a major change, but a private vehicle gives you more flexibility than a fixed large-group excursion.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace and the final views

Tegalalang Rice Terrace is the day’s most open and scenic stop. The rice fields sit in a valley, with views across stepped terraces and surrounding green countryside. The visit is listed at one hour.

This is the place for broad photographs and a look at one of the best-known farming areas around Ubud. The terraces are not simply decorative. They show how rice cultivation shapes the countryside and how agriculture remains part of Bali’s visual identity.

The stop is short, so you should focus on the main viewpoints and walking areas rather than expecting a long trek through every terrace. The available information does not specify a walking route, entrance conditions beyond included admission, or how much uneven ground you will cover. Wear sensible footwear, particularly after the ATV portion.

Tegalalang is often photographed from above, where the curves and levels of the fields are easiest to see. The view can be the calmest part of the day, but it is still a popular sightseeing area. You may find that the experience feels more like a scenic visit than a private rural walk.

The tour description links Tegalalang with nearby terraced areas around Pejeng and Campuhan, presenting it as part of the wider Ubud farming region. You will not visit all of those places on this itinerary. The scheduled stop is Tegalalang itself.

Guides, photographs, and the feel of a private outing

A guide can make a packed day much easier. Gede is praised for being friendly, funny, and willing to go out of his way to help. Cokde is praised for explaining the places visited, assisting with the day, and taking good photographs.

Those details matter because this tour is not only about transport between four attractions. You will need someone to help with timing, explain what you are seeing, and make the transitions from ATV center to forest, market, and rice fields feel orderly.

The private format is useful for couples and families who want to stay together. It also helps if one person wants more time for photos while another prefers to keep moving. The listing does not promise a particular guide, so you should request Gede or Cokde if their availability matters to you, but do not assume either one is guaranteed.

The vehicle is air-conditioned, a welcome feature in Bali’s warm conditions. Private transportation also means you avoid arranging separate rides between Kuta and Ubud attractions. Pickup is offered, though the supplied details do not specify every pickup zone or the exact collection time.

What the $87.95 price really covers

At $87.95 per person, the tour offers solid value if you plan to visit all four stops. The cost includes all fees and taxes, lunch, an air-conditioned vehicle, private transportation, ATV safety equipment, a professional instructor, the ATV ride, Monkey Forest admission, Tegalalang, and the Ubud market.

You are also buying convenience. Booking separate transport, an ATV activity, admissions, and lunch could take more time and create more chances for a missed connection. The private format is particularly valuable if your group does not want to share a vehicle.

The value is weaker if you are interested only in the rice terraces or Monkey Forest. In that case, you would be paying for an ATV activity and several scheduled stops that may not suit your priorities. This tour works best when you genuinely want adventure, wildlife, shopping, and scenery in one day.

Group discounts are offered, but the discount amount is not provided. Ask for the current group price rather than assuming the listed per-person rate is final for a larger party.

Personal expenses are excluded. That broad phrase can cover purchases at the market and other items not listed as part of the package. Bring money for shopping, but do not assume optional extras are included.

Who should book this Ubud combination?

I would recommend this outing to you if you want an active first look at Ubud and prefer a planned day. It suits small groups, families whose children can participate in the ATV activity, and couples who want photographs and several different settings.

It is also a good fit if you value a private vehicle and do not want to piece together transport from Kuta. The combination of included lunch, admissions, equipment, and instruction keeps the day simple.

You may want another plan if you dislike mud, rough tracks, or a tightly packed schedule. The tour is not built around long temple visits or extended time in the rice fields. It is a sampler with a strong adventure component.

The activity requires good weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time, but changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted.

Final verdict: a strong choice for variety

I would book this tour if I wanted to cover several Ubud highlights in one private day and was happy to make the ATV ride the main event. The best features are the varied route, included equipment and transport, private group setting, and guides praised for personal help and photographs.

Before booking, I would confirm the actual ATV riding time, the pickup details, and the requirements for children. I would also ask how the day is divided between driving, lunch, and the four stops.

Book it for variety, convenience, and a little mud. Skip it if you want a slow, deeply focused visit to one part of Ubud.

FAQ

How long does the tour last?

The total duration is approximately seven hours.

Is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is offered, but the provided information does not specify every pickup location or the exact pickup time.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

How long is the ATV ride?

The information gives two ride lengths: 1.5 hours in the overview and 2 hours in the inclusions. Confirm the exact riding time with the provider.

What is included in the price?

The price includes fees and taxes, lunch, an air-conditioned vehicle, private transportation, ATV safety equipment, a professional ATV instructor, the ATV activity, Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, and the Ubud Art Market.

Are children allowed to participate?

Most participants can take part, and a family account says the children enjoyed the ATV track. The provided details do not state age or height requirements, so confirm the rules before booking for children.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted.