Reviewed · UBUD MONKEY FOREST
Bali ATV Combined with Mumbul Lake And Sangeh Monkey Forest
This Bali combo is interesting because you go from a 250cc jungle ATV ride to the Sangeh Monkey Forest in one smooth day. I like the variety of the track, mixing rice fields, plantations, bamboo forest, jungle, river crossings, and village paths. One thing to consider up front: admission tickets for Mumbul Lake and Sangeh Monkey Forest are not included in the base price.
You’ll get hotel pickup and drop-off (Ubud, Sanur, Denpasar, Kuta, Jimbaran, or Nusa Dua) plus an air-conditioned vehicle, then you roll into two hours of riding, shower time, and a buffet lunch. The vibe is practical and easy to follow, and Rio Bali Tours has built a reputation for friendly, attentive guides, including Agung Rio in communications and responses to past bookings.
Key highlights
- 250cc quad bike in the jungle with helmet and boots provided
- Pertiwi Adventure route through rice fields, bamboo forest, jungle, river, and villages
- Mumbul Lake break for a calm 1-hour pause at a spring-water retreat
- Sangeh Monkey Forest in a protected area known for nutmeg trees
- Buffet lunch plus shower time so you don’t just ride and run
- Private for your group with English-speaking help and insurance coverage
What This 6-Hour Bali Combo Does Best (ATV, Lake, Monkeys in One Loop)

This is the kind of tour that makes sense if you want a full Bali day without hopping between too many separate vendors. You start with the action, then you cool down, then you end with a wildlife stop that feels like a change of pace rather than another thrill ride.
The structure is built around three time blocks: a two-hour ATV adventure, then a one-hour visit to Taman Mumbul Lake, then one hour at Sangeh Monkey Forest. That timing matters because it keeps the day moving, but still gives you real sit-down time to reset. The included buffet lunch and the built-in shower stop are also a big part of why this combo works well for most people.
Value-wise, $53 per person can look simple on paper, but the smarter way to judge it is by what’s bundled. You get hotel pickup and drop-off within the listed areas, an air-conditioned vehicle, a professional ATV guide, insurance coverage, helmet and boots, and an Indonesian buffet lunch. The only major add-on you should plan for is admission to Mumbul Lake and the monkey forest, since those are listed as not included.
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Price and Value: What’s Included, What You’ll Likely Pay Extra
At $53 per person, you’re essentially paying for the whole logistics package plus the ATV portion, with the scenic stops coming as add-ons. Here’s how I’d break it down:
Included in the price
- Hotel pick up and drop off from Ubud, Sanur, Denpasar, Kuta, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua
- Air-conditioned vehicle and private transportation
- Professional ATV guide and an English-speaking driver/guide
- Insurance coverage
- Helmet and boots (and a boat is listed as included)
- Buffet lunch (Indonesian food)
- Admission ticket included for Pertiwi Adventure
Not included
- Admission tickets for Taman Mumbul Lake
- Admission tickets for Sangeh Monkey Forest
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
In plain terms, you’re not paying extra for the ATV guide, the gear, lunch, and the ride itself. You’re mainly budgeting for the two attraction admissions and any photo packages you choose to buy.
One more small but useful detail: the tour is often booked about 66 days in advance. That doesn’t guarantee availability, but it tells you the schedule tends to fill for this kind of all-in-one ATV and nature day.
Pertiwi Adventure ATV Ride: The Jungle Track You’re Really Paying For

The star of the day is the quad bike ride through rural Bali. This isn’t described as a short loop. It’s a two-hour adventure through varied scenery: rice field areas, plantations, bamboo forest, jungle segments, river areas, and village paths. That variety is the difference between an ATV ride that feels repetitive and one that feels like you’re actually going somewhere.
You’ll be on a 250cc quad bike, and the tour provides safety basics: helmet and boots. An ATV guide is with you, and there’s insurance coverage as part of the included package. Those pieces matter because they reduce the uncertainty of doing this on your own. The guide also helps keep the pace realistic for the time you have.
What to expect from the ride experience
- You’re outside for a solid chunk of time, not just a quick photo stop.
- The route includes multiple types of terrain areas, including jungle and river-related sections.
- You’ll want to accept that your day includes some getting dirty, then cleaning up afterward.
After the ride, there’s time for a shower. That’s not a throwaway detail. It turns the day from messy adrenaline into something you can actually enjoy, then transition to lunch and the lake stop without feeling gross.
Lunch and Shower Time: Why This Combo Feels Less Rushed

A lot of ATV tours fail the comfort test. They run late, skip the reset, and send you off hungry. This one is designed differently because the day includes a shower and a buffet lunch.
You’ll have buffet lunch with Indonesian food, and there’s a vegetarian option available if you tell them when you book. That matters because it’s one less thing you need to coordinate once you’re out on the route.
The best part is the rhythm. Two hours of riding tends to leave you ready to eat and cool down. Then you get the lake and monkeys, which work as lighter, slower stops compared to the quad track. If you hate feeling like you’re switching gears every ten minutes, this pacing is a good match.
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Taman Mumbul Lake: Calm Spring Water in a Forest Setting

After the ATV, you head to Taman Mumbul, a spring-water retreat surrounded by natural forest. The description is specific: clear, fresh spring water, plus a forest area with hundred giant trees and coconut trees. That’s a good clue about what you’re actually going for here.
This part of the tour lasts about one hour, so think of it as a reset stop, not a long hangout. Admission is listed as not included, so plan for that extra ticket cost when you arrive.
Why I like this stop in the combo
- It breaks up the action with a quieter, water-based environment.
- The forest setting is described as spacious, with big trees and coconut presence, which is a nice contrast to the ATV track.
- You’re not expected to do much more than enjoy the calm for the time you have.
Also, a boat is listed as included in the overall package. The itinerary doesn’t spell out how it’s used, but the presence of a boat in the inclusions suggests there may be some water time. If that matters to you, keep an eye on what your guide explains when you arrive at the lake area.
Sangeh Monkey Forest: Nutmeg Trees and the Real Wildlife Moment

Then you shift to Sangeh Monkey Forest, located in Sangeh Village in Bali’s Badung Regency area. This forest is protected and described as overgrown with thousands of nutmeg trees, which gives you the sense that this isn’t just a theme park monkey stop.
The visit runs about one hour, and admission is listed as not included. So while the time is short, it’s usually enough to get the point of the place and enjoy the interactions from the trail areas.
What makes Sangeh a highlight on this route
- The forest setting is described as protected and tied to nutmeg trees, which helps explain why monkeys live there in a natural-feeling way.
- In the experience, the monkey forest has been described as the highlight, with many monkeys present and the area feeling manageable rather than overwhelming.
- You get a guide and driver setup from the overall tour, so you’re not figuring out the transport and timing on your own.
Practical note: monkey areas always come with some unpredictability. The good news is that you have only one hour here, so you can enjoy it without turning it into an all-day hassle.
Guides, Safety, and the Human Touch (Agung Rio Shows Up in the Feedback)

One of the strongest signals from the bookings is the emphasis on the guide experience. In responses connected to this tour, Agung Rio is named, and past feedback highlights a guide who was super friendly, kind, and attentive. Another theme is flexibility, including requests like getting picked up a bit earlier.
Why that matters to you
- ATV riding is more fun when the guide is calm and clear.
- A friendly driver means fewer stress points with timing and transitions between stops.
- Attentive help can make the difference between a ride you just endured and a ride that feels like an actual adventure.
Safety-wise, you’re not left guessing. You get helmet and boots, a professional ATV guide, and insurance coverage as part of the included items. That combination makes this feel more like guided activity than rental chaos.
Logistics That Make the Day Easier: Pickup Areas, Private Group, Mobile Ticket

This is set up for convenience. Pickup and drop-off cover a lot of common Bali bases, including Ubud, Sanur, Denpasar, Kuta, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua. You also ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, which helps when you’re moving between jungle areas and forest attractions.
Two more details that help you mentally plan the day:
- It’s described as a private tour/activity, meaning only your group participates.
- You get a mobile ticket, and confirmation is received at booking time.
Private format benefits
- Your group can move at a pace that makes sense.
- It’s easier to ask for small adjustments, like an extra suggestion at the end.
One specific example from feedback: after finishing the tour, the guide suggested extra time for a coffee plantation, and that sounded like a standout moment because it wasn’t rushed. That doesn’t mean every day includes it, but it tells you the guides may have flexible ideas if time and flow allow.
Who This Tour Suits Best (And Who Might Want a Different Style)

This is a great match if you want:
- A single day that mixes action (ATV) with nature and wildlife (lake and monkeys)
- Included comfort upgrades like shower time and a buffet lunch
- English-speaking guidance and professional help on the quad ride
- A private setup, so your group is not sharing the experience with strangers
It also fits family plans with one condition. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The tour also says most people can participate, which is a helpful baseline if you’re wondering whether it’s too intense.
I’d steer you toward this option if you’re staying in the pickup zones and want minimal planning. I’d consider skipping if you mainly want lounging time, because the day is structured around three fixed blocks and the centerpiece is definitely the ATV.
Should You Book Bali ATV with Mumbul Lake and Sangeh Monkey Forest?
Book it if you want an easy-to-follow, all-in-one day that gives you three different types of Bali experiences: quad adventure, spring-water calm, and a protected monkey forest. The value is strongest when you factor in what’s included: hotel transport, professional guidance, helmet and boots, insurance, buffet lunch, and a shower. The fact that the ATV ride is set as a two-hour rural track through many types of scenery is a big win.
Hold off if you’d rather spend more time at the lake or monkey area and less time on the ride itself. Also, keep the not-included admissions in mind. You’ll likely pay tickets on site for Mumbul and Sangeh, and that can shift the total cost.
If you’re excited by the mix and want the logistics handled for you, this is a solid pick for a full Bali day without decision fatigue.
FAQ
How long is the Bali ATV, Mumbul Lake, and Sangeh Monkey Forest tour?
It runs for about 6 hours (approx.), with 2 hours at the ATV stop, about 1 hour at Mumbul Lake, and about 1 hour at Sangeh Monkey Forest.
Do I get hotel pickup and drop-off?
Yes. Pickup and drop-off are offered from hotel areas including Ubud, Sanur, Denpasar, Kuta, Jimbaran, and Nusa Dua.
What does the price include?
The included items are hotel pick up and drop off, air-conditioned vehicle, private transportation, professional ATV guide, English speaking driver/guide, buffet lunch (Indonesian food), insurance coverage, and helmet and boat.
Is lunch included, and can I get a vegetarian option?
Yes. Lunch is included as a buffet of Indonesian food. A vegetarian option is available if you advise at the time of booking.
Are the admission tickets for Mumbul Lake and Sangeh Monkey Forest included?
No. The admission tickets for Taman Mumbul and Sangeh Monkey Forest are listed as not included. The Pertiwi Adventure admission is included.
What is the cancellation policy?
You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. If you cancel less than 24 hours before, the amount paid is not refunded.
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