Hit Ubud’s backcountry on a guided ATV tour that threads rice terraces, jungle tracks, river crossings and a waterfall. In about 90 minutes you’ll get hands-on off-road time, safety briefings, and local insights into Balinese farming and landscape.
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You push through a thin wall of morning mist and the quad answers — a low rumble underfoot as you cut onto a muddy track that threads between emerald rice paddies and a steamy jungle edge. Banana leaves slap the wind; a distant waterfall keeps time with the engine. In ninety minutes you move from cultivated terraces to forest trails, splashing through river fords and slipping into shaded singletrack where sunlight breaks into blades on wet leaves.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1.5 hours (90 minutes)
Fitness Level
Requires basic mobility and the ability to hold onto handlebars; suitable for most active travelers.
Wildlife
History
The area’s terraced rice fields are part of Bali’s Subak cooperative irrigation tradition, a centuries-old system closely tied to local temples and community farming practices.
Conservation
Stick to the marked trails to avoid damaging rice paddies and erosion-prone slopes; use local guides who support village economies and minimize environmental impact.
Reserve your spot on the Bali ATV Adventure – Explore Ubud Trails, Rice Fields & Waterfall today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Sturdy trainers or hiking shoes keep feet protected from mud and shifting pegs; sandals are not allowed.
Protect electronics
Use a small drybag or zip-lock for phones and cameras — splashes and mud are common on river crossings.
Follow the guide’s pace
Guides know which terraces are fragile and which tracks are safe; riding off-course can damage crops and is often prohibited.
Hydrate and time your ride
Morning departures avoid midday heat and offer better light for photos; bring water for before/after the activity.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet from mud, rocks and footpegs while providing traction on wet ramps.
Long pants
Shields legs from brush, sun and mud during river crossings and jungle sections.
Sunscreen and hat
Useful for exposed terrace sections and waiting between runs on sunny days.
summer
Light waterproof jacket
Handy during Bali’s wet season when showers can turn tracks slippery and sudden.
winter