Bali ATV Quad Bike Ubud Swing & Monkey Forest All Inclusive

Ubud’s 90-minute ATV ride is the main event here, taking you through jungle tracks, rivers, rice fields, a waterfall area, and Balinese villages instead of keeping you on a simple dirt loop. After the ride, you cool off with a shower and lunch before visiting the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang Swing.

I like the way this combines real outdoor activity with Ubud sights, and I like that transport, riding equipment, insurance during the ATV ride, lunch, and shower facilities are included. The tradeoff is a full eight-hour day with several stops, so the schedule may feel busy if you prefer slow temple visits or long stretches of free time.

Key points to know

• The ATV route lasts about 90 minutes and includes jungle, rivers, rice fields, a waterfall, and rural villages.
• Lunch and a shower follow the ride, a useful touch after getting wet or muddy on the track.
• Monkey Forest admission is included, with more than 700 long-tailed monkeys living in the sanctuary.
• Tegalalang Swing adds the photo-focused part of the day, with swings, bird nests, and rattan photo structures.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, starting around 8:00 am from Seminyak.
• This is a private tour for your group, but you should have moderate physical fitness for the ATV portion.

Why the ATV ride is the heart of the day

This tour works best if you want to do more than sit in a car looking at Ubud. The first major activity puts you on a quad bike for roughly 90 minutes, with a route through several types of Balinese countryside.

The track includes forest, rivers, rice fields, a waterfall, and traditional villages. That mix matters. A short ATV circuit can feel repetitive, especially when it follows the same patch of dirt again and again. Here, the route is described as long and varied, so you get changing scenery and different riding conditions.

You should expect an active outing rather than a polished sightseeing ride. The route can make you dirty, and one recent experience specifically praised the fun of getting very muddy before cooling off afterward. Wear clothes and shoes you are willing to wash. The supplied equipment is described as international-standard riding gear, and a guide leads the ride.

The tour requires a moderate level of physical fitness. You do not need to treat it like an athletic contest, but you should be comfortable handling a quad bike and spending a sustained period outdoors. The experience provider also includes insurance coverage during the ATV ride, which adds some reassurance, though you should still follow the guide’s safety instructions carefully.

The private format is another plus. Only your group participates, so you are not placed into a large mixed party for the full day. That can make hotel pickup and the change between activities easier, although the route itself still follows the operator’s schedule and riding procedures.

What happens before and after the 90-minute ride

Pickup begins around 8:00 am, with a driver meeting you at your hotel lobby. The tour is based from Seminyak, but the ATV activity and later sights are in the Ubud area, so driving is part of the day. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, which makes this more useful than booking separate transport for three different stops.

At the ATV location, you receive a welcome drink and riding equipment. The guide provides direction for the ride, and the route is designed to pass through natural and village settings rather than only an enclosed amusement area.

After the ride, you can use a locker, shower, and towel. This is one of the most practical features in the package. An ATV outing through rivers and rural tracks can leave you hot, wet, and covered in mud. Having a place to clean up before lunch and the afternoon stops means you do not have to spend the rest of the day sitting in a vehicle in dirty clothes.

Lunch is included after the ride. The supplied information does not specify the exact menu, so you should not book this expecting a particular dish. Still, the timing makes sense: you finish the most physical part of the day, wash up, eat, and then move on to sightseeing.

Sacred Monkey Forest brings a different kind of excitement

The Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary gives the day a sharp change of pace. Instead of steering through a rural track, you walk through a tropical forest where more than 700 long-tailed monkeys live in the wild.

The forest is described as having more than 115 species of trees and plants. It is also connected with a wide range of birdlife, with 600 kinds of birds noted in the tour description. You are visiting a living forest habitat, not simply a small animal display.

A guide assists with the visit and helps you get close to the monkeys for photographs. That can make the stop more engaging, especially if you want context as you walk rather than just a quick look at animals near the entrance.

You should keep your attention on the animals and follow the guide’s instructions. The monkeys are wild, and the experience is not controlled in the same way as a zoo visit. The provided information does not list detailed rules about food, bags, glasses, or loose items, so ask your guide what to secure before entering.

This stop suits people who want nature mixed into an activity day. It is less suitable if your main goal is quiet forest walking, since the monkey encounters and photo opportunities are a central reason for including it.

Tegalalang Swing is the photo stop

The final listed stop is Tegalalang, where you can try a large swing above views of rice fields and jungle. This is the most staged part of the tour, and it serves a clear purpose: photos.

The swing area includes several photo settings, such as bird nests, swings, and rattan structures in unusual shapes. If you enjoy taking holiday pictures or want a dramatic final activity after the ATV ride, this stop gives you plenty to work with.

The experience is not only about sitting on the main swing. The range of photo spots means you can capture different poses and backgrounds. Admission to the swing area is included, but personal expenses and photo or VCD purchases are not. That distinction matters. You receive entry, but extra professional images may cost more.

The stop can also feel more commercial than the ATV route or the forest. That is not necessarily a problem, but it helps to know what you are buying. Tegalalang Swing is a photo attraction with an adrenaline element, not a quiet agricultural visit or a long walk through rice terraces.

The timing makes this a useful one-day package

The full experience lasts about eight hours. That gives you enough time for the ATV ride, lunch and changing, the Monkey Forest, the swing, and the drives between areas. It also means you should expect a structured day rather than a flexible Ubud wandering tour.

I like this format for a first Bali visit because it gathers several popular activities into one booking. You do not need to arrange separate transport for the ATV site, Monkey Forest, and Tegalalang. Pickup and drop-off remove one of the larger practical headaches, especially if you are staying in Seminyak and do not know the roads around Ubud.

The drawback is that the package covers a lot of ground. You may have less time than you would on separate visits, and the day may feel active from start to finish. If your ideal holiday includes lingering over lunch, browsing Ubud shops, or stopping whenever you see an appealing view, this is not the most open-ended choice.

The early start also matters. A meeting time of 8:00 am gives you a useful start for a long day, but it is not a late-morning activity. Plan your evening before the tour with that pickup time in mind.

Is $95 good value for the included features?

At $95 per person, this is not the cheapest way to see one Ubud attraction. It is easier to judge the price by looking at what is bundled together.

Your payment covers hotel pickup and drop-off, a welcome drink, riding equipment, a guide, lunch, insurance during the ATV ride, a towel, locker and shower access, and admission to both the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang Swing. You are also paying for a private tour format rather than joining a general group for the whole day.

The value is strongest if you want all three parts: the ATV ride, the monkey sanctuary, and the swing. Booking those activities separately could require more transport planning and may not include the same combination of lunch, equipment, and cleaning facilities.

The price is less convincing if you mainly want to ride an ATV. In that case, you are paying for the afternoon stops even if you only have passing interest in monkeys and photo attractions. Likewise, anyone who dislikes staged photo sites may find that part of the package adds cost without adding much enjoyment.

Personal expenses and photo or VCD purchases are excluded. Bring some money if you want extras, but the main listed activities and meal are covered. Since the tour requires good weather, a cancellation caused by poor conditions can lead to a different date or a full refund.

Who will enjoy this Bali ATV and Ubud combination?

This tour is a good match for active families, couples, and small private groups that want variety. One family experience found the ATV ride to be the best part of the Bali holiday for the children, which tells you where the strongest appeal lies: the ride feels like an event, not just transport between sights.

It can also suit a couple looking for a full day with an assigned driver and guide. A guide named Putu received particular praise for keeping the day moving and taking the group where it needed to go. Putu may not be the guide on every departure, but the example shows how much the driver-guide role matters in a multi-stop outing.

You should think twice if you have limited mobility or do not feel comfortable with a quad bike. The stated requirement is moderate physical fitness, and the route includes rivers and uneven outdoor terrain. No detailed accessibility information is provided, so ask the operator before booking if you have specific mobility or medical concerns.

This is also not the best choice for someone seeking a slow cultural tour. You will see rural Balinese areas and traditional villages from the ATV route, but the focus is activity, wildlife, photos, and transport efficiency.

Practical tips for making the day easier

Wear clothes that can get dirty. The route includes rivers and outdoor tracks, and the experience can leave you muddy. Bring a change of clothes if you want extra comfort, even though shower facilities and a towel are provided.

Keep your schedule clear for the full eight hours. The activity begins around 8:00 am and includes travel between Seminyak and the Ubud-area stops. Avoid booking another fixed appointment immediately afterward.

Ask about the day’s guide when pickup begins. If you are assigned Putu, you can let him know what matters most to you, such as spending more time on the ride, taking photos at the swing, or moving efficiently between stops. The tour is private, so your group has a better chance of communicating its needs than it would in a large shared party.

Do not assume photographs are included. Entry to Tegalalang Swing is covered, but personal expenses and photo or VCD purchases are not. If professional photos are offered, treat them as optional extras.

The cancellation terms are fair but firm. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund, and bad weather is handled with a new date or full refund.

Should you book this tour?

Book it if you want a busy, active Bali day that combines a substantial ATV ride with two famous Ubud-area stops. The included lunch, shower, towel, transport, admission fees, and private format make $95 reasonable for someone who would otherwise book these pieces separately.

I would choose it for a family, couple, or small group that values convenience and variety. The ATV route is the strongest reason to go, while the Monkey Forest adds wildlife and the swing supplies the big photo finish.

Skip it if you want a relaxed day, dislike muddy outdoor activities, or have no interest in photo attractions. For everyone else, this is a practical way to fit adventure, forest wildlife, and a classic Bali swing into one well-packed outing.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

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

How long does the tour last?

The full experience lasts approximately 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 rural areas and villages.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch is provided after the ATV ride.

Are shower facilities available?

Yes. After riding, you can use a shower, locker, and bath towel.

Are the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang Swing admissions included?

Yes. Admission to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary and Tegalalang Swing is included. Personal expenses and photo or VCD purchases are not included.