Bali ATV Quad Bike Ubud Swing & Monkey Forest All Inclusive

The best part of this Bali day trip is the 90-minute ATV route, which trades the usual resort roads for jungle paths, river crossings, rice fields, a waterfall, and rural Balinese villages. After the ride, you cool off with a shower and lunch before visiting Ubud’s Sacred Monkey Forest and the Tegalalang Swing.

I like the way the tour combines three very different experiences in one day, and I like that hotel pickup, riding equipment, lunch, insurance, and shower facilities are included. The main drawback is the long schedule: about eight hours, with a morning start at 8:00 am and several stops after the ATV ride.

Key Points Before You Book

• A full 90-minute quad-bike ride: Expect forest paths, rivers, rice fields, a waterfall, and traditional villages rather than a short amusement-park circuit.
• Three major stops in one day: The package combines ATV riding, Sacred Monkey Forest, and the Tegalalang Swing.
• A useful post-ride reset: Lunch, a shower, towel, and locker are included after the ATV portion.
• Private transport for your group: Pickup and drop-off at your hotel are included, and only your group takes part in the private tour.
• Putu may be your guide: One detailed experience praised Putu for keeping the day organized and taking the couple where they needed to go.
• Good for active families and couples: The physical level is moderate, and one family singled out the ATV ride as the best part of its Bali holiday.

The ATV Route Is the Main Event

If you want an active day rather than a string of photo stops, make the quad-bike ride your reason for booking. The route lasts about 90 minutes and passes through several types of countryside, including jungle, rivers, rice fields, a waterfall, and Balinese village areas.

That variety matters. You are not simply repeating the same bend in a dirt track for an hour and a half. The changing ground gives the ride a sense of progress, and you get a closer look at parts of Bali that are easy to miss from a car.

You should expect to get dirty. That is not a small detail here. One couple described the track as great and said they got very dirty, followed by a swim or water-based refreshment at the riding area. The included shower, towel, and locker are especially useful for this reason. Wear clothes and shoes that can handle mud and water, and do not plan to stay spotless for the rest of the day.

The tour provides international-standard riding equipment, a riding guide, and insurance coverage during the ATV portion. You still need a moderate level of physical fitness, so this is not the right pick if you want a completely relaxed sightseeing day.

Why the Ride Works for Families and Couples

The ATV is the strongest shared activity in the package. A family can ride together, while a couple gets a more active alternative to Bali’s usual temple and market circuit. The route is described as long and challenging, but the experience is guided and equipment is supplied.

One family’s children chose the ATV adventure as their favorite Bali experience. That is a useful clue for parents: the ride provides the kind of hands-on action that often wins out over passive sightseeing. At the same time, the moderate fitness requirement means you should consider your group’s comfort with a physical activity before booking.

The tour is private, which gives your group a little more breathing room than a large shared coach trip. You are not joining a mixed party for the full day. That can make a difference when you are traveling with children, a partner, or relatives who need a slower pace at certain points.

The details do not specify the minimum age, driving rules, or whether a second rider can share a quad bike. If those points matter to your group, ask Kuta Transport before confirming. The information does clearly say that this is a private activity and that a moderate fitness level is expected.

Lunch, Showers, and the Practical Payoff

After about 90 minutes on the ATV, you return to the base area for a shower and local lunch. This is one of the package’s practical strengths. A muddy ride followed by a clean-up stop is far more comfortable than being driven around Ubud in wet clothes.

The package includes a welcome drink, lunch after the ATV ride, a bath towel, a locker, and shower access. Those inclusions help explain the $95 price, especially since the day also covers admission to the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang Swing, hotel transfers, a guide, riding equipment, and ATV insurance.

Personal expenses are not included. Photos and video are also extra, so budget separately if you want a professional record of the ride or swing. The package is described as all inclusive in its title, but it is more accurate to read that as the main tour costs being covered, not every possible purchase during the day.

Walking Through Sacred Monkey Forest

After lunch, the tour continues to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud. The setting is a tropical forest with a large population of long-tailed monkeys, described here as more than 700 animals living in the area.

The forest is not just a quick animal photo stop. It is also a place to see thick vegetation and a notable range of plant life. The site is described as having more than 115 species of trees and plants, along with many kinds of birds. That gives this part of the day a different feel from the ATV route, with more time for looking, walking, and observing.

You will be accompanied by a guide and can take pictures with the monkeys. Still, keep your attention on your belongings and follow the guide’s instructions. Monkeys are wild animals, and an animal encounter should not be treated like a controlled studio photo session.

The Monkey Forest is a popular Ubud stop, so it may feel busier than the rural sections of the ATV ride. That contrast is part of the package. The morning gives you movement and open countryside, while the forest stop places you in one of Ubud’s best-known attractions.

If your main goal is a quiet nature walk, the monkey activity and popularity of the sanctuary may be a consideration. If you want to see the monkeys and combine them with an active day, the stop fits well.

Tegalalang Swing and the Big Photo Finish

The last major stop is the Tegalalang Swing area, where you can try a giant swing above views of rice fields and jungle. This is the most staged part of the experience. The appeal is the sensation of floating above the scenery and the chance to take dramatic photos.

The swing area also has rattan photo structures, including bird nests and other shaped platforms. These are designed for pictures, so you should think of this stop as a photo attraction rather than a long cultural visit.

That distinction helps set expectations. The ATV route gives you a stronger sense of rural Bali through movement and changing terrain. The swing gives you a polished picture and a short burst of adrenaline. Both have value, but they serve different purposes.

If you want a wide selection of photo spots in one place, Tegalalang is useful. If you prefer less arranged sightseeing, you may find this stop more commercial than the forest and village sections of the day. The tour works best when you see the swing for what it is: a fun finish, not a substitute for a full visit to the rice terraces.

A Private Day With Hotel Pickup

Pickup and drop-off are offered from your hotel, with an 8:00 am start. For anyone staying in Seminyak, this removes the need to arrange separate transport to Ubud or work out a meeting point early in the morning.

The day lasts about eight hours, but Bali traffic can affect how much time you spend in the vehicle. The schedule includes a transfer to the ATV site, the ride itself, lunch, the Monkey Forest, and Tegalalang. You should keep the rest of the evening fairly open rather than planning a tight dinner reservation.

The private format is another useful feature. Your group is the only group taking part in the activity, which can make the day easier to manage. You are not waiting for a large coach party at every stop, and the driver can focus on your group’s movement between the three main locations.

One experience specifically praised a guide named Putu for making the day run smoothly and taking the couple where they needed to go. Putu is not guaranteed for every booking, but the mention gives you a useful name to ask about when arranging the tour. The provider is Kuta Transport.

What the $95 Price Really Covers

At $95 per person, this is not a bargain-priced single activity. It is a full-day package that bundles several costs and removes much of the planning work.

You are paying for:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• A 90-minute ATV experience
• International-standard riding equipment
• A guide
• Insurance during the ATV ride
• Welcome drink
• Lunch
• Shower, towel, and locker access
• Admission to Sacred Monkey Forest
• Admission to Tegalalang Swing

The value is strongest if you want to do all three attractions in one day. Booking separate transport, ATV access, lunch, and admissions could take more time and make the day harder to coordinate. The package also solves the muddy-clothes problem with its shower facilities.

The value is weaker if you only care about the ATV ride. In that case, you are paying for two additional attractions and a full day of transfers. The package is best for people who want variety and convenience, not for someone seeking a single focused activity.

The experience is often booked about 33 days ahead, which suggests you should not leave it until the last minute if your Bali dates are fixed. Confirmation is provided at booking. Free cancellation is available until 24 hours before the start time, while cancellations or changes inside that window are not refunded or accepted. Poor weather can lead to a different date or a full refund.

Who Should Book This Ubud Day Trip

I would choose this tour if you want Bali to feel active, varied, and easy to arrange. It suits couples who want a shared adventure, families whose children need more than sightseeing, and first-time visitors who want to combine three famous Ubud experiences in one outing.

It also works well if you are staying in Seminyak and do not want to organize a separate trip inland. The pickup, lunch, admissions, and post-ride shower make the day simple to manage.

Think twice if you dislike mud, physical activity, animal encounters, staged photo attractions, or long days on the road. The schedule is full, and the ATV track is described as challenging. You should also consider the weather, since the tour requires good conditions.

For the best experience, wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty, keep valuables secure around the monkeys, and bring a willingness to treat the swing as a fun photo stop rather than a major cultural site. Most importantly, leave room in your day for the pace of Bali roads and the energy of the ride.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts with pickup at your hotel at about 8:00 am. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

How long does the tour last?

The full experience lasts about eight hours.

How long is the ATV ride?

The ATV portion lasts about 90 minutes.

What does the ATV route include?

The route passes through jungle, rivers, rice fields, a waterfall, and traditional Balinese village areas.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Local lunch is provided after the ATV ride, along with a welcome drink.

Are showers available after riding?

Yes. A shower facility, bath towel, and locker are included after the ATV activity.

Which attractions are visited after the ATV ride?

The tour visits Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary and the Tegalalang Swing area.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour or activity.

Should You Book It?

Book this tour if you want one active day that covers the ATV track, Sacred Monkey Forest, and Tegalalang Swing without arranging each piece yourself. The muddy 90-minute ride, included clean-up facilities, lunch, private transport, and strong family appeal give the package real practical value.

Skip it if you want a slow cultural day, a quiet forest walk, or a short ATV session with no extra stops. For the right group, though, this is a lively way to combine Bali’s rural scenery, wildlife setting, and photo attractions in one well-packed outing.