Two thrills, one Bali day. This Ubud combo strings together Ayung River rafting (with a guide) and an ATV ride through the countryside near rice terraces and Balinese villages. You’ll spend real time on the water, then swap wet gear for a helmet and boots to cruise muddy tracks and viewpoints above the river.

I particularly like that the rafting portion is built around a scenic stretch—stone carvings, waterfalls, and wildlife-style jungle moments—while still staying active and hands-on with your guide. I also like the ATV side for the variety: rice paddies, bamboo areas, and riverside views that feel like you’re seeing parts of Bali most people skip. One thing to watch: the day depends on tight timing and pickup accuracy, and the river is class III with the possibility of harder class IV conditions during rainy season.

Key things to know before you go

• Ayung River is the star, class III and sometimes class IV in rainy season
• You get two adrenaline styles: white-water rafting plus ATV riding in one package
• Guides matter a lot—some groups are led by Billy, Gung Wira, or Gede
• ATV rules are age-dependent (solo requires age 16; tandem can work with an adult)
• With transfers, the total day can stretch close to 9 hours from pickup to drop-off
• Good weather matters because the experience can be rescheduled or refunded

Why this Ubud combo feels like more than a checklist

This isn’t a single activity with a short “bonus.” It’s two separate experiences that both need energy, attention, and the right gear. That’s why the pacing works: you start on the river when you’re fresh, then you move to the ATV once you’ve warmed up, dried slightly, and had a meal break.

You also get a classic Bali mix of natural action and local scenery. The Ayung River segment is about moving through rapids with a guide who reads the water. The ATV segment shifts you onto land-based tracks where your guide steers you past rice paddies, bamboo, and villages rather than just doing a loop near town.

Getting to the river: what your “start” really looks like

Your rafting day begins at the Infinity Bali Adventure side, near Ubud. You’ll generally drive to the river start point, and in some cases you’ll transfer from the office area by car for about 10 minutes, then walk down toward the water through lush surroundings.

This walk part is useful. It’s not just scenery time—it helps you understand what kind of terrain you’ll be moving over while carrying gear and staying focused. If you like having a clear path to follow, the better-organized guides often keep everyone together before you get on the boats.

One practical tip: wear footwear that won’t hate water and mud. You’ll be in a wet environment soon, and you’ll also want to move comfortably after the walk.

Rafting the Ayung: class III thrills, waterfall-and-stones scenery

The Ayung River is Bali’s biggest and longest river, and your rafting stretch is designed to take about 2 hours. The water level and difficulty can change—it’s class III, and it may turn into class IV during rainy season. That means your “fun” level depends a bit on timing and weather, not just the booking.

What makes this rafting segment memorable is the mix of motion and stopping points for scenery. You’re not just splashing through rapids; you’re also gliding by waterfalls and seeing stone carving details along the river corridor. If you care about wildlife and plants, you’ll likely catch those moments between rapids too.

The guide’s role is huge. Some groups have been led by Billy, described as a safety-first, humor-forward river veteran with around eight years of experience on the Ayung. Another guide name that comes up is Gung Wira, known for clear briefing and keeping energy up. With guides like that, you tend to feel more in control when the water gets busier.

A realistic rafting expectation

You should be ready for wet, cold-ish splashes, a workout pace with paddling, and the need to listen quickly when your guide calls moves. If you’re sensitive to rougher water, ask how conditions look on the day before you commit to maximum intensity.

Buffet lunch break: fuel for the ATV session

After the rafting segment, you’ll have a buffet lunch before you switch to the ATV gear. This matters because the ATV ride is physical too. You’ll need leg stamina for gripping, balancing, and staying alert on uneven tracks.

Buffet style is also practical in Bali touring. It usually keeps the pace moving without turning lunch into a long sit-down event. You’ll likely be deciding quickly what you can eat, drink, and digest comfortably before the helmet goes on.

If you tend to get car-sick or motion-sick, keep lunch simple. Don’t load up on heavy spice and then jump straight into bumpy terrain.

The ATV ride: 1.5 hours of quad time through paddies and villages

The ATV portion is about 1.5 hours of riding on an all-terrain vehicle, led by a guide. The track is described as challenging but suitable for all skill levels, which is good news if you’ve never ridden before.

Expect a route that mixes open scenery and tighter bits of track: rice fields, bamboo areas, and riverside views, with traditional Balinese villages alongside the route. It’s one reason the combo works. Rafting shows you Bali from the water; the ATV shows you the same area from land, at a speed where you still notice details.

Solo vs tandem: how to choose without messing up your plans

The rules here are straightforward but strict:

• Solo means you ride the quad yourself, and the minimum age is 16.
• Tandem means one driver and one passenger on the same quad.
• Tandem bookings must be in multiples of 2 (2, 4, 6, 8 travelers).
• Children age 7–16 must ride with an adult present as the passenger in tandem.

So if your group includes teenagers under 16, you’ll want to plan tandem units from the start. It’s also worth deciding who actually wants to drive. If you want maximum adrenaline, solo is the best match. If you want the ride but less responsibility, tandem is the calmer option.

Transfers and timing: why your “4 to 5 hours” can balloon

The standard duration is listed as about 4 to 5 hours for the core activities. But if you choose with transfers, the full day can be close to 9 hours from pickup to drop-off.

That time gap is normal for Ubud area tours. Roads, meeting points, and waiting for the right rafting/ATV slot all add up. The practical move: treat the “4 to 5 hours” as the activity window and treat “with transfers” as the day-planning number.

One caution from real-world experience: pickup and meeting times can make or break the day. There’s at least one case of a driver not picking someone up even though pickup was supposed to be included, plus a wrong meeting time that led to a long wait. You can’t control every operator detail, but you can control your side—confirm your pickup time and location clearly, and arrive early enough that you’re not standing there hungry and nervous.

Safety and gear: the parts you should take seriously

You’ll wear a helmet and boots for the ATV ride. On rafting day, you’ll be on water with a guide and in a river corridor known for class III conditions (and class IV possibilities in rainy season). That’s why good physical fitness is listed as a requirement.

So what does “strong physical fitness” mean in practice?

• You can handle paddling and quick movements during rafting.
• You can mount and ride an ATV while balancing with your body.
• You can handle wet gear and short periods of discomfort without panicking.

If you’re bringing kids, the minimum age allowed for the adventure is 5. But you still need to match the child to the correct ride type. A 6-year-old can’t automatically do solo ATV; it’s about tandem setup and adult presence for ages 7–16.

The guides: the difference between chaotic and calm

This kind of combo lives or dies by the guide who manages the group. The names that show up in guide feedback are Billy, Gung Wira, and Gede.

• Billy is described as professional, funny, and deeply experienced on the river, which tends to help everyone stay confident when the current picks up.
• Gung Wira is tied to a very organized start: briefing, timing, and making the rainforest-to-river walk feel guided rather than random.
• Gede is mentioned as friendly and helpful, including assistance after the session when everyone is tired.

Even if the route and times are the same on paper, guides control the feel: the energy level, how fast you understand what to do, and how safe you feel doing it.

Value: is $20 a fair deal for two activities?

At about $20 per person, this combo can feel like strong value—because you’re effectively paying for two guided activities, not just one. You also get admission tickets included for both rafting and the ATV segment, plus lunch and the basic gear setup for the ATV ride.

The “value math” comes down to what you would otherwise spend if you booked separately:

• White-water rafting with guide time and a full setup often costs more than half of a day’s budget on its own.
• An ATV ride in Ubud usually isn’t cheap either, especially when it includes guide leadership and a real track.

Where value can slip is when the day runs longer due to transfers, or when you end up spending time waiting because pickup timing isn’t clean. If you confirm pickup and are early, the pricing looks more convincing.

Also, because it’s a private tour/activity, you’re not sharing your experience with random strangers from another bus. That can be a big deal if you prefer group pacing that works for you.

Who should book this (and who should pass)

This combo suits you if you want action and variety in one Ubud day. It’s a good match for:

• People who like active travel and don’t mind getting wet
• Travelers who enjoy guides who manage safety while keeping things fun
• Groups where at least some members will actually ride the ATV (rather than watching)

You might want to skip or adjust if:

• You’re uncomfortable with rough water potential in rainy season
• You don’t have the fitness for paddling and riding over bumpy terrain
• Your group can’t handle strict tandem rules and age constraints for ATV

If you want a lower-stress day, you could still choose rafting-only or ATV-only options (the combo is built with that flexibility).

Should you book Infinity Bali Rafting Ubud + ATV?

I’d book this if your goal is a full-throttle day in Ubud—rafting on the Ayung followed by real quad time through rice paddies and countryside tracks. The guide-driven setup is the real selling point, and when you land with the right guide style, the day feels smooth and safe rather than messy.

Don’t book on autopilot. Do these two things first:

1. Confirm your pickup time and location in writing and be there early.
2. Be honest about your group’s fitness and comfort with wet, choppy water and an ATV that can be physically demanding.

If that checks out, this is the kind of combo that can leave you talking about two different Bali worlds in a single day: river rapids and countryside quads.

FAQ

FAQ

How much does the Infinity Bali rafting and ATV combo cost?

It’s listed at $20.00 per person.

Where does the tour take place?

The experience is in Ubud, Indonesia.

How long is the trip?

The main experience duration is about 4 to 5 hours. If you choose the package with transfers, the total time from pickup to drop-off is approximately 9 hours.

What is included in the package?

Admission tickets are included for both the rafting and the ATV ride, and a buffet lunch is part of the overall flow.

Is pickup available?

Pickup is offered as an option, with door-to-door round-trip transfers available. Drop-off returns to the original pickup point.

Do I need to be fit for this tour?

Yes. The tour requires travelers with a strong physical fitness level.

What is the minimum age to join?

The minimum age allowed for the adventure is 5 years.

Can children ride the ATV?

Solo ATV requires a minimum age of 16. Tandem means one driver and one passenger on the quad. Children ages 7–16 must have an adult present for the passenger tandem ride.

What is the difference between solo and tandem ATV rides?

Solo means you ride the quad yourself. Tandem means there is a driver and a passenger on one quad, and tandem bookings must be in multiples of 2.

How hard is the rafting on the Ayung River?

It’s class III and may rise to class IV during rainy season.

What if the weather is bad?

The experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

What are the cancellation rules?

Free cancellation is available, and you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount you paid won’t be refunded.