Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset

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Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset

5.0 · 4 reviews 1 - 7 hours From $27 Operated by Gorilla Cave ATV Bali Rafting Tubing · Bookable on GetYourGuide
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Mud, rapids, and rice fields in one morning. This Bali combo is interesting because it mixes wet-and-wild Ubud river tubing with a dry-but-dusty Bali ATV track that runs past real village life. I especially like how the day is built around movement, not sitting.

I also like the built-in comfort: pickup by private air-conditioned car (when selected), a pro guide, and a proper cleanup window afterward with lunch and a place to reset. On top of that, you get free access to the Cretya Sunset Pool Bar, so you can cool off instead of rushing straight back out.

One thing to consider: you’re going to get dirty. That means bringing the right clothes and accepting that cameras are not allowed during tubing, so plan to enjoy the moment instead of chasing shots. And if you’re over the ATV weight limit, you may want the bigger 450cc quad for safety and comfort.

Key points I’d plan around

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - Key points I’d plan around

  • Ubud tubing, 4.5 km, 7 class II-plus rapids: enough thrill for most active people, not “extreme.”
  • ATV route includes rice fields, forests, rivers, and Gorilla Face Cave: you’re not just looping around a track.
  • 90 minutes of quad time: longer than the short ATV rides many packages offer.
  • Cretya Sunset Pool Bar access after riding: a real payoff after you’re wet and muddy.
  • ATV support and gear included: helmet, safety shoes, locker, and lunch take friction out of the day.
  • Weight limit guidance is specific: 250cc up to 120 kg; upgrade to 450cc up to 150 kg if needed.

Mud, tunnels and jungle track. More Ubud quad rides.

Why this Bali combo works for most active days

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - Why this Bali combo works for most active days
This isn’t a one-note adventure. You get two different kinds of thrills that use different muscles and different moods: river tubing for splashy momentum, then quad biking for concentration and control. If you like days that feel busy in a good way, this pairing makes sense because you’re never waiting for a single activity to drag.

Price matters here. At about $27 per person, you’re paying for a full half-to-day action format: guide, safety gear, lunch, and transfers (if you choose pickup). On Bali, that kind of package value often beats piecing together separate activities, especially when you want the convenience of getting collected and returned.

The other smart move is the “reset moment.” After you’re done riding and tubing, you’re not stuck in a changing room until your next transport. You get downtime at Cretya Sunset, which helps the day feel more like a planned outing and less like a rushed series of stops.

Getting to Tubing Basecamp and keeping the day smooth

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - Getting to Tubing Basecamp and keeping the day smooth
The operation starts at the Tubing Basecamp meeting point. If you didn’t book pickup, you’ll meet your instructor directly there. If you did book pickup, you’ll be collected in a private air-conditioned car, then dropped off later around Ubud, Gekko Tubing Bali, Bali (area noted), or Kuta.

Two practical tips before you go:

  • Aim to arrive ready to gear up. You’ll be outdoors, and the day includes wet time and dirt time.
  • Bring a small plan for timing. The total duration can vary (the offering lists 1 to 7 hours depending on starting times), so wear something you’re comfortable re-using for the whole stretch, not an outfit you can’t stain.

The guides are listed as English and Indonesian. That matters because safety instructions for tubing and ATV rides are only useful if you can actually follow them.

Ubud river tubing: 4.5 km, seven class II-plus rapids

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - Ubud river tubing: 4.5 km, seven class II-plus rapids
This is the “lazy” part that still gets your heart going. The tubing section runs about one hour and covers a 4.5-kilometer stretch with seven class II plus rapids. Class II-plus usually means gentle-to-moderate waves and fun pushes through choppy water. It’s not described as extreme, but it’s also not just a calm float.

Good fit if:

  • You want water excitement without a technical rafting course.
  • You’re comfortable getting wet and moving around in a boat-like tube.
  • You fall within the tubing age range: 6 to 60 years old.

Gear-wise, you’ll have safety equipment, plus a helmet and shoes are part of what the package includes. That’s a win, because it reduces the guesswork of what to rent or bring.

One drawback worth planning for: you can’t bring your own camera while tubing. That changes the strategy. Instead of trying to film or photo every moment, I’d focus on experiencing it and let the activity remain the activity. If you care about photos, the listing notes photo/video is not included, so you may need to accept that the memories are mainly visual from your own eyes.

Quad bike time in Bresela village and the Gorilla Face Cave

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - Quad bike time in Bresela village and the Gorilla Face Cave
After the water section, you switch gears to the quad bike. You’ll ride for about 90 minutes through a route described as long and challenging tracks. The scenery is part of the point, and the package calls out several specific environments: rice fields, wild forests, rivers, traditional Balinese villages, and Gorilla Face Cave.

Why this matters: Bali can be scenic from a distance, but ATV riding forces you to travel through that scenery at working-people speeds. You’re not only seeing the area; you’re experiencing how it feels to move across it—dust, uneven ground, and the slow thrill of finding traction.

Who this suits:

  • The ATV ride is said to be suitable for both beginners and professionals, which suggests there’s enough structure and guidance to handle first-time riders.
  • The day is also built for a wide range of ages, but pay attention to the separate tubing and ATV suitability rules.

One safety note that’s very practical: you get helmet and safety shoes. That’s not glam, but it’s what makes the ride more confident. The package also includes a locker, which helps if you’ve got valuables you don’t want to carry around while riding and tubing.

ATV power and the weight limit you shouldn’t ignore

This is the part I’d treat like checklist material, not fine print.

  • 250cc ATV (standard): max 120 kg per unit
  • 450cc ATV (optional upgrade): max 150 kg per ATV
  • Upgrading to 450cc costs IDR 450,000 per person

If your weight is near or above the 250cc limit, the info strongly recommends upgrading to a single bigger ATV for safety and comfort. It’s one of those decisions that costs extra but can prevent an uncomfortable ride.

Cretya Sunset Pool Bar: the payoff after you ride hard

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - Cretya Sunset Pool Bar: the payoff after you ride hard
After you finish the ATV portion, you get access to Cretya Sunset Pool Bar, including free entry after your ATV ride. The listing frames it as an easy way to end the adventure, and that’s exactly how this stop functions.

Why it’s valuable:

  • You’re coming off both water and dirt time, so having a pool-bar setup makes the cooldown feel intentional.
  • You’re also given break time and lunch (the listing notes about one hour for lunch/break), which helps the whole day feel less like a cram session.

If you like your tours to include an actual recovery moment—rather than just swapping one activity for another—this stop is the emotional reset. Plus, pool settings on Bali tend to be a welcome break from traffic and heat.

Price and value: what $27 covers and what can cost extra

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - Price and value: what $27 covers and what can cost extra
At around $27 per person, this package is positioned as a deal because it includes the parts that usually add up:

  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (optional, depending on your selection)
  • 90 minutes of ATV riding
  • 1 hour of river tubing
  • Safety equipment (including helmet and safety shoes)
  • Locker
  • Lunch
  • Access to Cretya Sunset Pool Bar

The not-included items are also standard:

  • Photo and video are not included
  • Personal expenses are not included

And there’s one potential meaningful extra depending on your body weight: the 450cc ATV upgrade at IDR 450,000 per person if you’re over the 250cc limit. If you’re likely to need that upgrade, it’s worth budgeting for it early so there are no surprises on the day.

Overall value logic: if you want one organized day that combines transportation, safety support, two action segments, and a proper unwind stop, this pricing structure usually makes sense.

What to bring (so you don’t suffer) and what to leave behind

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - What to bring (so you don’t suffer) and what to leave behind
This day has a simple rule: expect mess.

Bring:

  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty

Wear strategy:

  • Dress in breathable stuff that can handle sun and splashes.
  • Closed-toe shoes matter because the ATV ride and wet ground are not “flip-flop friendly.”

Leave behind:

  • Cameras during tubing
  • Smoking rules apply
  • Alcohol and drugs are not allowed

If you hate the idea of sacrificing photos, that camera rule is the biggest mismatch risk. But if you’re okay trading perfect pictures for a smoother, safer flow, you’ll likely appreciate the guided setup.

Who should book this and who should skip it

Bali: Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River Tubing & Cretya Sunset - Who should book this and who should skip it
This combo is aimed at people who like real activity and don’t mind getting wet.

It’s a strong fit for:

  • Adults and kids within the tubing age range of 6 to 60
  • Beginners who want an ATV with guidance
  • People who like a day that mixes environments: water, rice fields, forest paths, rivers, and villages

It’s not suitable for:

  • Children under 6
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People over 60
  • Drivers under 16 (so if your group includes teens, plan on what kind of driver setup is allowed for them)

If you or someone in your group has mobility or back limitations, don’t treat it as a “maybe.” The package lists clear exclusions, and you’ll want to choose a different activity that’s safer and less bumpy.

My booking call: should you book the Gorilla Cave ATV and Lazy River combo?

I think you should book it if you want a high-activity Bali day with real scenery variety, not just a single attraction. The value is strongest when you take advantage of the included guide support, safety gear, locker, lunch, and the easy end at Cretya Sunset.

You might skip it if:

  • You want to do your own filming during tubing, because cameras are not allowed then.
  • You’re not comfortable getting wet and muddy.
  • Your group includes someone outside the listed age or health limitations.

If your goal is to get a fun mix of Ubud river tubing plus a 90-minute ATV ride past places like Gorilla Face Cave, then this package is the kind of organized day that makes sense. You’ll spend less time planning and more time moving.

FAQ

How long is this Bali adventure?

The experience duration is listed as 1 to 7 hours, depending on the selected starting time, with key activity blocks including about 1 hour of river tubing and around 90 minutes of ATV riding.

Where does the river tubing happen?

The river tubing is in Ubud, with a 4.5-kilometer stretch that includes seven class II plus rapids.

What kind of rapids are included in the tubing?

The tubing route includes seven class II plus rapids.

Is the ATV ride good for beginners?

Yes. The ATV ride is listed as suitable for both beginners and professionals.

What are the age limits?

River tubing is for ages 6 to 60. The activity is not suitable for children under 6 or for people over 60.

What is included in the price?

Included items are hotel pickup and drop-off (optional), 90 minutes of ATV riding, 1 hour of river tubing, access to Cretya Sunset Pool Bar, safety equipment, helmet and safety shoes, lunch, a locker, and a professional guide.

Is a camera allowed?

Cameras are listed as not allowed, including that you cannot bring your own camera while tubing.

Is there an ATV weight limit?

Yes. For the 250cc ATV, the maximum is 120 kg per unit. There is also a 450cc ATV option with a maximum of 150 kg per ATV, and upgrading to the 450cc requires an additional IDR 450,000 per person.

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