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Ubud 250cc ATV Quad Bike Adventure Through Rice Fields and Coffee Plantations

Ubud 250cc ATV Quad Bike Adventure Through Rice Fields and Coffee Plantations

Throttle up through Ubud’s rice terraces and coffee plots on a 250cc ATV. This 90-minute quad-bike experience mixes technical singletrack, river crossings and local culture for an energetic taste of Bali’s countryside.

Ubud, Gianyar
1.5 hours (90 minutes)
By Adventure CollectiveOctober 2025

The Experience

Before You Go

Arrive with sturdy footwear

Closed-toe shoes and long pants protect against mud, branches and engine heat during the ride.

Book morning departures

Mornings are cooler and trails are firmer — afternoons bring heat and a higher chance of rain and mud.

Weigh luggage and body weight limits

Tandem bikes have strict booking rules — check weight limits and book tandem in pairs when required.

Listen to the safety briefing

Proper throttle control and braking technique reduce the chance of slips on steep or wet sections.

Local Knowledge

Hidden Gems

  • Small roadside coffee stalls for fresh kopi and local snacks after the ride
  • Secluded river banks used by locals for traditional laundry and quick dips

Wildlife

  • White-bellied sea eagle (in distant skies)
  • Common kingfisher along streams and rice channels

Conservation Note

Stay on marked tracks to avoid trampling young rice and coffee saplings; operators often support local waste-reduction and community programs.

The terraced rice fields follow Bali’s subak irrigation system, a centuries-old cooperative water-management practice still central to village life.

What to Bring

Closed-toe hiking shoes or bootsEssential

Protects feet from mud, rocks and hot engine parts while giving traction on wet tracks.

Long pantsEssential

Prevents scrapes from branches and reduces exposure to engine heat and dust.

Light waterproof jacket

Useful for sudden tropical showers in the wet season and keeps you drier on river-crossing sections.

Sunscreen and sunglasses with strapEssential

Shield against strong equatorial sun and glare when riding exposed terraces.

Common Questions

What is the minimum age to ride?

Children age 7+ can ride as passengers on tandem quads; solo riders must typically be 16 or older — check provider requirements.

Are transfers from Ubud included?

Some packages include hotel pickup and drop-off; confirm your booking option ('W/ Transfers') when reserving.

Is prior ATV experience required?

No formal experience is required, but a safety briefing and basic handling practice are provided — confidence with throttle and balance helps.

What happens in bad weather?

Activities usually run in light rain but operators may modify routes for safety; cancel at least 24 hours for a full refund per policy.

Book This Experience

Check Availability

Duration

1.5 hours (90 minutes)

Location

Ubud, Gianyar

Difficulty

challenging

Fitness Level

Good cardiovascular fitness and core strength recommended — riders should handle bumps, quick balance shifts and brief climbs.

Free cancellation available

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