Ayung River Rafting and Bali ATV Ride Packages

Two adrenaline hits, one Bali day. I really like the professional safety setup before you hit the rapids, and the buffet lunch that keeps your energy up for the ATV. One thing to consider, the photo package is extra and a reviewer felt it came with some pressure around tips.

This is a private day of adventure from Ubud that stacks about 2 hours of rafting with an ATV ride through rice fields, jungle, rivers, and traditional villages. If you want a simple plan with gear handled for you, it fits well, plus it includes shower and towel facilities after.

The day runs roughly 4 hours, starting at 9:30 am at Bali Pertiwi Rafting, then ends back at the meeting point. You’ll want to bring sunscreen, a camera if you have one, and a change of clothes.

Key highlights worth knowing

• Ayung River rafting for about 2 hours with a safety briefing and pro guidance
• ATV ride on your own mini off road vehicle, timed after lunch
• Helmet, life jacket, and boot shoes included for both activities
• Locker, water resistant bag, and shower facilities for after the water time
• Traditional Balinese villages, rice fields, and jungle scenery on the ATV route
• Indonesian buffet lunch plus an insurance coverage line item in the package

Ayung River rafting plus ATV in Ubud, what you get for $70

For $70 per person, you are paying for a tight, well paced combo that includes the main stuff you would otherwise have to arrange: guides, safety gear, lunch, and transport tied to the activity flow. The time plan is built for people who want more than a slow sightseeing day, without spending half their daylight just moving around.

The best value here is the pairing. Rafting gives you the wet, fast part, then the ATV shifts you into a countryside viewpoint mode as you bounce across rocky trails, steep hills, and back roads that pass rice fields and village areas.

The tradeoff is that this is an action schedule, not a long, relaxed tour. If you hate getting wet, or you want lots of downtime, you may find the pace a bit much for a single half day.

Entering the Ayung River, rafting that starts with real safety

Your morning starts with a professional safety briefing from the river guide. That matters on the Ayung because whitewater is physical, and it is not a sit back and watch sport. You learn the basics before you paddle, so you know how to handle your position and follow guide commands.

Once you are set, expect an exciting rafting run with breathtaking nature around you. The route goes through narrow gorges and you may spot hidden waterfalls and tropical trees along the way. Those are the kinds of details you do not get from roads, and it is why this part feels like more than just an adrenaline stop.

Practical tip: treat your raft time like a hands on activity. Even when the guide is doing the real work of reading the river, you still need to listen, keep your balance, and be ready for splash.

The locker and towels matter more than you think

This package is not only about getting out on the river and off on an ATV. It also helps you manage the mess afterward. You get towels and shower facilities, plus a locker and a water resistant bag.

That is huge if you are continuing your day in Bali after the tour. You can rinse off, stash your stuff safely, and avoid the classic problem of carrying wet gear and muddy items around town.

Also included are changing room and toilet facilities, which makes the transition from rafting to lunch much smoother. It is the kind of detail you only notice when it is missing, so it is worth appreciating here.

How the buffet lunch powers the second half of the day

After rafting, you head to lunch. The included meal is an Indonesian buffet, and the package specifically calls it satisfying and filling, with enough energy to handle the ATV ride right after.

This timing is smart. Rafting uses your core and arms, even when you think you will mostly sit. A solid lunch gives you the fuel you need before you climb on a motorized vehicle and start navigating uneven ground.

If you eat vegetarian, that is available too. You just need to request it when booking, so do not wait until the day of the tour.

ATV ride: rice fields, jungle, rivers, and traditional villages

After lunch, the ATV portion is where the day shifts gears. You get professional instruction, and you ride a personal mini off road vehicle, which helps if you want more freedom than a group ride on larger machines.

The route is described as passing through rice fields, jungle, rivers, and traditional Balinese villages. You will also ride through steep hills and rocky trails. Translation: this is not just flat path sightseeing, it is meant to feel like you are moving across real terrain.

One more important rule: the ATV age limits are specific. The minimum age for an ATV single ride is 12 years. Children 5 to 11 can ride only with an adult for a tandem ride, and tandem rides must be booked in multiples of 2, like 2, 4, 6, and so on.

So if you are traveling with kids, plan the ATV side early. It can affect how many vehicles you get and how you group your participants.

Who the guides are, and why their names keep popping up

In the reviews, you see the same pattern: people remember the guide as part of the experience, not just the logistics. One reviewer praised driver Wayan for being flexible, kind, and a good conversationalist, while another highlighted guide Nengah for taking care of everything and even capturing moments for the group when it was not exactly his job.

You also have an example of Ketut Suar handling pickup, timing, and meeting you at each spot so activities stayed on schedule. Another note mentions the booking process through Putu Ariawan, with smooth service from the first step.

That is not a small thing. When the day includes two different activities, coordination is what keeps it enjoyable. The included structure here, professional instructors for both rafting and ATV, plus the back to meeting point flow, helps it run like one connected adventure instead of two separate stops.

Price and value: what $70 includes, and what adds up

The headline price is $70 per person, for about 4 hours total. What you get with that is meaningful:

• Professional river guide and ATV ride instructor
• Safety approved equipment: helmet, life jacket, and boot shoes
• Towels, shower facilities, changing room, toilet facilities
• Locker and a water resistant bag
• Lunch: Indonesian buffet
• Insurance coverage, plus tax and service

When you compare that to booking separate activities, it is the bundled value that makes sense. You are not just paying for fun time, you are paying for safety gear, staffing, and the on site comfort items that let you leave cleaner than you arrived.

What is extra is photos and video. The listing says souvenir photo or video is not included, and one reviewer reported a photo selling setup for about $30 each, with a combined total around $60 for rafting and ATV. If you want photos, I would treat it like an optional add on. Decide the budget in your head before you are on location, so you can say yes or no calmly.

What to wear and bring for comfort on both water and dirt

Dress code is listed as smart casual. That helps, but in practice, your clothes choice should expect water from rafting and dirt from ATV.

Bring:

• sunscreen
• camera
• change of clothes

Then plan to use what the package includes, like shower facilities and towels. If you wear items that you do not mind getting wet, you’ll feel less stressed when you get back.

Footwear is handled with boot shoes in the equipment list. That is good because it reduces the guesswork on grippy footwear. Still, you should show up with clothes that dry tolerably or are easy to change out of.

Timing: how a 9:30 am start shapes your day

This runs on a straightforward schedule. Start time is 9:30 am from the Bali Pertiwi Rafting meeting point at Jl. Dewi Saraswati No. 2, Bongkasa Pertiwi, Abiansemal, Badung, Bali 80352. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

That “back to start” structure is convenient. It reduces the risk of losing time and simplifies your next plan in Bali. It is also why the tour feels like a contained half day rather than a full day expedition.

If you like to pack your Bali days with activity, a 4 hour window is an easy fit. If you prefer slow mornings, this early start might feel a little sharp, but it also means you avoid turning the rest of the day into a recovery session.

Private tour feel, and who it suits best

This is labeled as a private tour/activity, meaning only your group participates. That is a plus if you have friends who want shared time without joining a larger mixed crowd, or if you want a more personal pace between rafting and ATV.

Also, the group rules are age driven:

• Minimum age for the adventure is 5 years
• Maximum age is 60 years
• ATV single ride minimum age is 12
• Kids 5 to 11 ride tandem with an adult
• Tandem bookings must be in multiples of 2

So who does this suit?

• Couples or friend groups who want adrenaline plus scenery
• Active travelers who like a plan with built in safety gear and a real meal
• People based in Ubud who want to get out of town and into river and countryside areas

Who should think twice?

• Anyone who has trouble with uneven terrain or who is uncomfortable getting wet
• People with very limited mobility, since ATV routes include steep hills and rocky trails
• Families where ATV rules would be hard to match with your exact group size

Weather and calm expectations for a whitewater day

The tour requires good weather. That means if conditions are poor, the experience can be canceled and you will be offered a different date or a full refund. For planning, it is a reminder that water activities are always weather dependent.

On the ground, the guides and equipment are there to make it safe and fun, but you should still treat rafting and ATV like active sports, not just a scenic ride. If you go in ready to participate, the day usually feels smooth.

Should you book Ayung River Rafting and ATV?

Book it if you want one short Bali day that delivers both wet excitement and off road countryside time, with gear, lunch, and guides included. The value is strongest for people who hate spending extra energy on logistics and who want to show up and go.

Skip it or plan differently if your budget needs photos bundled in, because photo and video sales are extra and can feel pushy if you are not prepared. Also, if the idea of steep hills and rocky ATV trails makes you nervous, you might want a gentler option.

If you do book, do the smart thing: set your expectations for photos before you start, request the vegetarian option when needed, and pack that change of clothes. It turns a good half day into a genuinely easy one.

FAQ

What time does the tour start, and how long does it take?

It starts at 9:30 am and lasts about 4 hours.

Where is the meeting point?

The start meeting point is Bali Pertiwi Rafting, Jl. Dewi Saraswati No. 2, Bongkasa Pertiwi, Kec. Abiansemal, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80352, Indonesia. The tour ends back at the meeting point.

What activities are included?

You do Ayung River rafting and an ATV ride.

How long is the rafting portion?

The rafting experience is described as about 2 hours.

Is lunch included, and is there a vegetarian option?

Yes. Lunch is an Indonesian buffet lunch. A vegetarian option is available if you advise at booking.

What gear is provided?

You get safety approved equipment for rafting and ATV, including a helmet, life jacket, and boot shoes.

Are towels, showers, and changing rooms included?

Yes. Towels and shower facilities are included, along with a changing room and toilet facilities.

What is the ATV age requirement?

The minimum age for an ATV single ride is 12 years. Children age 5 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult for a tandem ride, and tandem rides must be booked in multiples of 2.

What should I bring?

Bring sunscreen, a camera, and a change of clothes.

Is photo or video included?

No. Souvenirs from photo or video are not included, though they are available to purchase.