Bali ATV Quad Bike Ubud Swing & Monkey Forest All Inclusive

Ubud’s 90-minute ATV ride is the main event here, taking you through rivers, rice fields, forest, waterfalls, and Balinese villages rather than keeping you on a simple dirt loop. You then trade mud and engine noise for the Sacred Monkey Forest and a photo stop at Tegalalang Swing.

I like the way this package joins three very different Bali experiences in one day, and I like that lunch, riding gear, insurance, lockers, and a shower are included. The private hotel pickup from Seminyak also removes much of the usual transport fuss. The catch is time: with three major stops and road travel, each visit gets only part of your day.

Key points at a glance

• A varied ATV route: Ride through rivers, rice fields, jungle, a waterfall area, and traditional Balinese villages for about 90 minutes.
• A private day out: Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and only your group takes part in the tour.
• A useful post-ride reset: Lunch, towels, lockers, showers, international-standard riding equipment, and insurance are included after the ATV ride.
• Three very different stops: Combine an active outdoor ride, the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary, and Tegalalang Swing.
• A family-friendly favorite: The ATV ride received especially warm praise from a family, while a couple singled out guide Putu for keeping the day on track.
• One important trade-off: At about eight hours, this is a full day with plenty of road time and limited time at each attraction.

Why the ATV ride is the heart of the day

The appeal of this tour is not simply driving a quad bike. It is the changing route. You ride through rice fields, forest, rivers, a waterfall area, and rural villages, so the scenery keeps shifting instead of repeating the same track.

The ride lasts about 90 minutes. That is long enough to feel like a real outing, but not so long that the physical work becomes the whole day. You should still expect a moderate level of exertion. The tour requires a moderate physical fitness level, and the terrain can make the ride tiring, especially if you are not used to handling an all-terrain vehicle.

This is also an activity where you should expect to get dirty. One couple described the quad biking as amazing and specifically noted that they got very dirty. That is not a minor detail. Wear clothes and shoes you can wash, and do not plan a polished afternoon immediately afterward.

The track is described as challenging and varied. Guides accompany the ride, and international-standard riding equipment is included. Insurance coverage applies during the ATV ride. Those details matter because a river crossing and uneven rural track call for more than a casual scooter-style outing.

Starting from Seminyak at 8:00 am

The day begins with hotel pickup in the morning, with the stated start time at 8:00 am. Pickup and drop-off are included, which is valuable if you are staying in Seminyak and do not want to arrange a separate driver for Ubud and the return journey.

The exact road time is not provided, so you should allow for the fact that an eight-hour tour includes transportation as well as the three stops. Your driver takes you to the ATV location first, then onward to the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang area.

This is a private tour, so only your group participates. That gives the day a more personal feel than a large coach excursion, and it can make the schedule easier to manage. If you are a couple or family, you do not have to share every stop with a busload of strangers.

Guide Putu received special praise for helping the day run smoothly and taking the group where it needed to go. Guide assignments can vary, but the experience suggests that a good guide can make a real difference here, especially when the day combines transport, riding, lunch, and two busy attractions.

Riding through rivers, rice fields, and villages

At the ATV center, you receive a welcome drink, riding equipment, and guidance before setting out. The route takes you across several types of Balinese scenery: jungle, river sections, rice fields, waterfalls, and traditional rural areas.

That mix gives the ride its value. You are not only paying for machine time. You are seeing parts of inland Bali that are difficult to reach on foot during a standard sightseeing day. The rural setting also gives you a break from the commercial side of the island.

Still, keep your expectations grounded. This is an organized ATV adventure, not a quiet nature walk. You will be operating a motor vehicle, following a set course, and sharing the route with the needs of the activity. The scenery is the bonus around the ride, not a guarantee of long stops for close study or photography.

The family experience is a useful clue about who may enjoy it. The children reportedly named the ATV adventure as their favorite Bali experience. That makes the ride a strong choice for families seeking active entertainment, provided everyone in the group meets the fitness and participation requirements.

If you are nervous about quad biking, the guide support and provided equipment may help. If you dislike mud, noise, or uneven ground, this is probably the wrong first stop. The attraction is the physical adventure, not comfort.

Lunch, showers, lockers, and a practical reset

After about 90 minutes on the track, you can shower and have local lunch. Towels, lockers, and shower facilities are included, along with the meal.

I consider this one of the package’s best practical features. Without a shower, a muddy ATV ride could make the Monkey Forest and swing visit uncomfortable. Here, you have a chance to change your clothes and reset before continuing.

Lunch is described as local rather than as a specific menu. You should therefore expect a straightforward meal, not a dining experience built around multiple courses or special dietary arrangements. Personal expenses are not included, so bring money for anything beyond the stated inclusions.

The shower facilities also explain why you can fit the ride into a wider sightseeing day. You are not forced to remain dusty and wet in the vehicle for the next two stops. Pack a change of clothes, even though one is not specifically listed as an inclusion.

Walking through the Sacred Monkey Forest

The second major stop is the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud. It sits within tropical forest and is known for its long-tailed monkeys living in a relatively natural setting.

The tour description puts the population at more than 700 monkeys and notes more than 115 species of trees and plants in the forest. It also describes a wide range of birdlife. The point is clear: this is not simply a quick animal photo stop. It is a forest sanctuary with biodiversity as part of its appeal.

You can walk among the trees, watch the monkeys, and take photographs with guide assistance. The guide matters here because monkeys are wild animals, not trained performers. Close encounters can be exciting, but you should follow directions and avoid treating the animals like tame pets.

The Monkey Forest adds a calmer, more visual part to a day that begins with engines and mud. You will probably appreciate the change of pace. At the same time, the stop may feel brief if you want to explore every path or spend a long time studying the forest.

Photography is part of the draw, but keep your attention on your surroundings. The tour says the guide assists with photographs, which can be useful when you want a picture without handling your phone too close to an animal. Personal expenses are not included, and photo or VCD costs are specifically excluded.

Tegalalang Swing and the big photo finish

The final stop is Tegalalang, where you can try a giant jungle swing above rice fields and forest views. The admission ticket for the swing is included.

The swing area also has a range of designed photo spots, including bird nests, swings, and rattan structures in unusual shapes. This makes the stop more than one ride. You can move around the photo area and choose different backgrounds for pictures.

The experience is deliberately visual and dramatic. You get the sensation of floating above the rice fields and jungle, which provides a strong contrast with the muddy ATV track and shaded Monkey Forest.

There is a trade-off. Tegalalang Swing is built around the photo experience, so it may feel staged compared with the rural scenery you saw during the ATV ride. If you want a polished Bali photograph, that is exactly the point. If you prefer unplanned village life and quiet scenery, this may be the least authentic part of the day.

The timing also matters. After an active ride and a forest visit, you may be ready for a simple photo stop rather than another long walk. The swing gives the day a clear finish and does not require the same physical effort as the ATV route.

What the $95 price really covers

At $95 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see Ubud. The value depends on how many of the included elements you would otherwise need to arrange separately.

Your price covers private hotel pickup and drop-off, a welcome drink, riding equipment, a guide, lunch after the ATV ride, insurance during the ride, a towel, locker, shower use, and admission to both the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang Swing.

That is a substantial bundle. You are paying for an active attraction, two admission tickets, food, transport, and the practical facilities needed after riding through muddy terrain. For a first-time visit to Bali, it can be a convenient way to combine several popular activities without coordinating separate drivers and tickets.

The value is weaker if you only want the ATV ride. You are also paying for the other two stops, and the full day includes the time needed to travel between them. Likewise, if you have already visited the Monkey Forest or do not care about swing photographs, part of the package may have little use for you.

Because the tour is private, the price can make more sense for a small group that values convenience. A family can share the vehicle arrangement and keep the day together. A solo participant may find the per-person price harder to justify.

Who should book this Bali ATV and swing tour?

I would recommend it to you if you want a full active day with several classic Ubud experiences and prefer having transport handled for you. Families, couples, and small private groups are the best match.

It also suits first-time visitors who want variety. You get rural scenery, a physical activity, wildlife, forest, and a photo stop in one organized outing. The family feedback points to the ATV ride as the strongest memory, while the positive comments about Putu show how helpful a reliable guide can be.

Think twice if you want a slow day. The schedule begins early, covers about eight hours, and includes three major stops. The ATV route may leave you muddy and tired, and the Monkey Forest and swing stop will follow rather than stand alone.

You should also consider your comfort around wild monkeys. The sanctuary visit is included, but the animals are not a controlled photo prop. Follow the guide’s instructions and treat the forest as an animal habitat.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations made inside that window are not accepted for a refund. Poor weather can also cancel the tour, in which case you are offered another date or a full refund.

The final call: book it for variety, skip it for slow travel

Book this tour if you want your Bali day to move from muddy adventure to forest wildlife to high swing photographs. The inclusion of lunch, a shower, riding gear, insurance, private transport, and attraction tickets gives the $95 price a reasonable practical value.

Skip it if you want to linger at one place, avoid motorized activities, or keep your Ubud visit quiet and unhurried. For the right group, though, the ATV ride is likely to be the highlight, and the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang Swing give the day enough variety to justify the long outing.

FAQ

Where does the tour begin?

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in the morning. The stated start time is 8:00 am, and the listed location is Seminyak, Indonesia.

How long does the full experience last?

The tour lasts about eight hours.

How long is the ATV ride?

The ATV portion lasts about 90 minutes.

What kind of scenery does the ATV route include?

The route goes through jungle, rivers, rice fields, a waterfall area, traditional Balinese villages, and other rural parts of Bali.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Local lunch is included after the ATV ride.

Are showers and changing facilities available?

Yes. The package includes use of a bath towel, locker, and shower facilities after the ride.

Are the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang Swing tickets included?

Yes. Admission to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary and Tegalalang Swing is included.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded or accepted, and poor-weather cancellations offer a different date or a full refund.