Bali ATV Quad Bike Ubud Swing & Monkey Forest All Inclusive

Mud, monkeys, and a giant swing. This private Bali day tour combines a 90-minute ATV ride through rice fields, jungle, rivers, waterfalls, and rural villages with two of Ubud’s most popular stops. I like the mix of active adventure and easy sightseeing, and I like that lunch, equipment, showers, hotel transport, and admission tickets are included. The main drawback is the packed eight-hour schedule: you get three major activities in one day, but you will not have much time to linger at any one place.

I also like the private format. Your group travels together, and the driver takes you from your Seminyak hotel to the ATV site, Monkey Forest, and Tegalalang. Putu has earned special praise for keeping the day moving smoothly, which matters when the route includes several stops. Just remember that the ATV section requires moderate physical fitness, and the track can leave you very dirty before lunch.

Five things to know before booking

• The ATV route lasts about 90 minutes and runs through rivers, forests, rice fields, a waterfall area, and Balinese villages.
• Lunch and shower facilities are included, so you can clean up after the muddy ride before visiting the monkey sanctuary.
• The tour is private, meaning only your own group participates rather than joining a large shared vehicle.
• The Monkey Forest contains more than 700 long-tailed monkeys, along with more than 115 species of trees and plants.
• Tegalalang adds Bali’s famous swing photos, with rattan nests, swings, and views over rice fields and jungle.
• The day begins at 8:00 a.m., and pickup and drop-off at your hotel are included.

An 8:00 a.m. start from Seminyak

Your morning begins with hotel pickup in Seminyak. The listed start time is 8:00 a.m., so have your things ready in the lobby rather than waiting until the last minute. Since this is a private tour, the morning has a more personal feel than a large coach excursion, and your own group remains together throughout the day.

The exact driving time to the ATV site is not provided, so you should allow for the fact that this is a full-day outing from Seminyak into the Ubud area. The tour lasts about eight hours in total. That is a useful amount of time for the three main stops, but it also means the day is tightly arranged.

I would bring comfortable clothes that can get wet or muddy, plus a change of clothes for after the ride. A bath towel, locker, and shower facility are supplied at the ATV stop, which is one of the most useful inclusions in the package. You do not need to end the afternoon smelling like a muddy riverbank.

The ATV ride through Bali’s countryside

The first major activity is the ATV adventure. You receive international-standard riding equipment, a guide, insurance coverage during the ride, and a welcome drink before setting out. The course lasts about 90 minutes and is designed to offer more than a simple loop around a dirt field.

The route passes through rice fields, jungle, rivers, a waterfall, and traditional Balinese villages. That variety is important. Instead of repeating the same track, you get changing scenery and a stronger sense of rural Bali. The village sections also help connect the ride to ordinary local surroundings rather than making it feel like an entirely enclosed amusement park.

The ride is described as long and challenging, so this is not the best choice if you want a gentle sightseeing trip. You need moderate physical fitness, and you should be ready for uneven ground and a route that may leave you very dirty. The supplied equipment and guide help with safety, but they do not remove the physical demands of steering a quad bike for an hour and a half.

Families can enjoy this part of the day. One family described the ATV ride as the best experience of their Bali visit, which points to the activity’s broad appeal. Still, parents should think about the age, confidence, and fitness of each child before booking. The package details do not specify age limits, driving rules for children, or whether passengers can ride with an adult, so you should confirm those points directly with Kuta Transport.

The practical bonus comes afterward. You can take a shower, use the towel and locker, and then sit down for local lunch. That order makes sense. You get the messy, energetic part finished first, then have time to cool off and eat before returning to sightseeing.

Lunch, showers, and the value of the package

Lunch after the ATV ride is included in the price. The meal is described as local lunch, but the menu is not specified, so anyone with dietary restrictions should ask about available choices before the day begins.

The shower facility is more than a small convenience. A wet ATV track can cover your shoes and clothes in mud, and the next stops are places where you will want to walk around and take photos. The package also includes a bath towel and locker, which saves you from carrying muddy clothing through the rest of the day.

At $95 per person, the price is not the lowest-cost way to see Ubud. But it covers hotel pickup and drop-off, a private tour, the guided ATV ride, riding equipment, insurance during the ATV portion, lunch, shower access, a towel, locker use, and admission to both the Monkey Forest and Tegalalang swing.

I see the price as reasonable for someone who wants several paid activities handled in one booking. It becomes less attractive if you mainly want to visit the sanctuary and take swing photos, since the ATV ride accounts for much of the cost and the day’s energy. The private format adds value for couples, families, or friends who prefer their own vehicle and schedule.

The fact that the experience is booked an average of 33 days ahead suggests you should not leave it until the last moment, especially if your Bali dates are fixed. Confirmation is provided when you book, and mobile tickets make the admission side simple.

Meeting Bali’s long-tailed monkeys

After lunch and the cleanup, the tour continues to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary in Ubud. The forest is home to more than 700 long-tailed monkeys living in a natural setting. The area also contains more than 115 species of trees and plants, with the description noting around 600 kinds of birds in the wider forest environment.

The appeal is clear. You are not simply looking at one animal in a small enclosure. You walk through a tropical forest where monkeys move around the sanctuary, and the guide assists you as you get close and take photos.

That closeness requires care. The tour description says you can take pictures with the monkeys with help from your guide, but it does not list specific rules about food, bags, or personal items. Follow the guide’s directions closely, and keep your attention on the animals rather than treating them like photo props. They are wild residents of the sanctuary, not trained performers.

This stop gives the day a useful change of pace. After the noise and effort of the quad bikes, you move into a shaded forest setting. The visit is also a better fit for anyone in your group who enjoys plants, birds, and nature as much as action.

The main limitation is time. The overall tour is about eight hours and still includes Tegalalang afterward, so do not expect an unhurried forest walk. You will get the central experience, but the schedule is built around seeing several highlights in one day.

Tegalalang and the giant swing

The final listed stop is Tegalalang, where you can try the Ubud swing above views of rice fields and jungle. Admission to the swing area is included, along with the Monkey Forest ticket.

This stop is designed for photographs as much as for the ride itself. The area offers a range of photo points, including giant swings, bird nests, and other rattan structures with unusual shapes. If you want a classic Bali swing picture, this is the part of the tour built around that goal.

You should think of the swing area as a photo attraction rather than a quiet rural viewpoint. The appeal comes from the chance to sit high above the rice fields and jungle and capture the moment. If you dislike heights or do not care about staged photo spots, this may be the least important stop for you.

The order works well. You visit the monkey sanctuary first, then finish with an activity that is shorter, visual, and easy to remember. After the ATV ride, lunch, and forest walk, the swing provides a final burst of adrenaline without requiring another long physical activity.

The package details do not say how long you spend at Tegalalang or how many swing rides are included. If that matters to you, ask before booking. The ticket covers admission to the swing area, but photo or video purchases are not included.

What is included, and what costs extra

The package includes:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• A welcome drink
• International-standard riding equipment
• An ATV guide
• Insurance during the ATV ride
• Lunch after the ride
• Bath towel, locker, and shower use
• Admission to Tegalalang swing
• Admission to the Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

Personal expenses are not included. Photo and VCD purchases are also extra. That matters most at Tegalalang, where you may want professionally taken pictures from the swing area, and at the ATV stop if photographs or video are offered separately.

The wording is clear about insurance during the ATV ride, not necessarily every other part of the day. If you want details about coverage, ask Kuta Transport before you pay.

Who will enjoy this day most

I would recommend this tour to you if you want an active Bali day with several recognizable Ubud sights. It suits couples, families with suitably fit children, and small groups of friends who want their own vehicle and a guide rather than a large shared excursion.

It is especially useful if your Bali schedule is short. In one booking, you combine rural scenery, a guided quad-bike course, a meal, a shower, a monkey sanctuary, and the Tegalalang swing. That saves you from arranging separate transport and tickets.

You may want a different plan if you prefer slow travel. The 90-minute ride is physically demanding, the forest visit is only one part of a full-day route, and Tegalalang is built around photo opportunities. This is a highlights package, not a quiet day spent in one village or temple.

You should also consider weather. The experience requires good weather. If poor weather forces cancellation, you are offered another date or a full refund. For your own peace of mind, avoid scheduling it on the final day of your trip.

Booking, cancellation, and practical planning

The tour offers free cancellation if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded, and changes inside that period are not accepted.

Pickup and drop-off are offered at your hotel, with the meeting time listed as 8:00 a.m. The experience is near public transportation, although the included hotel transfer is the easier choice for most people staying in Seminyak.

Because the tour is private, your group alone takes part. That gives you a more controlled day, but it does not mean every stop can be extended indefinitely. The route has three planned attractions, and the tour ends after roughly eight hours.

Should you book the Bali ATV and Ubud swing tour?

Book it if you want maximum variety in one day and the ATV ride is your priority. The course offers more than a basic dirt track, lunch and showers solve the biggest practical problem, and the private transport makes the route easier from Seminyak.

Skip it if you want a relaxed Ubud day, dislike mud or heights, or care more about spending long, quiet hours at the Monkey Forest. At $95, the tour is best value when you use most of its inclusions: the quad bike, lunch, private transport, sanctuary visit, and swing.

For active couples and families, this is a strong choice. Ask about child riding rules, dietary needs, and the exact timing at Tegalalang before booking. If the answers fit your group, this package gives you an energetic and photo-friendly day without the usual hassle of arranging each stop separately.

FAQ

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Seminyak. The listed start time is 8:00 a.m.

How long does the experience last?

The tour lasts approximately eight hours.

Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off at your hotel are included.

Is the ATV ride guided?

Yes. An ATV guide and international-standard riding equipment are included.

How long is the ATV ride?

The ATV portion lasts about 90 minutes.

What type of scenery does the ATV route include?

The route passes through rice fields, forests, rivers, a waterfall, and traditional Balinese rural areas.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Local lunch after the ATV ride is included.

Are showers available after the ATV ride?

Yes. The package includes a shower facility, bath towel, and locker use.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your own group participates in this private tour.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

If the tour is canceled because of poor weather, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.