Bali Horse Riding, Waterfall, Rice Terrace, Lunch – All Inclusive

Bali’s best moments often come from mixing places rather than staying in one postcard view. This private day combines a one-hour horseback ride on Saba Beach with a waterfall, rice terraces, lunch, and a coffee plantation, giving you a broad look at Bali in one long outing.

I like the private hotel pickup and the fact that lunch, entrance fees, water, and transport are covered. I also like the balance of coast and countryside: you ride beside the sea, then head inland for Tegallalang’s rice terraces and Tegenungan Waterfall.

The main drawback is the pace. With eight to ten hours on the road and several stops, this is a full day rather than a relaxed beach outing. The horse ride is limited to one hour, and the final art-village stop depends on time and your interest.

Key points at a glance

• Saba Beach on horseback: Begin with a guided ride from Saba Bay Stables, including a safety briefing and standard safety equipment.
• A full private day: Your group has its own air-conditioned minivan, driver, and return hotel transfer.
• Two very different Bali views: See the coast, seaside villages, temples, Mount Agung, and Nusa Penida Island, then head inland to rice fields and tropical gardens.
• Lunch with a view: An Indonesian meal is served near Tegallalang, overlooking the Sapat River valley, rice terraces, and gardens.
• A practical all-in package: The $95 price includes transport, guide, lunch, bottled water, and entrance fees, but not personal spending.
• A 90-kilogram riding limit: Check this before booking, and bring suitable shoes, sunscreen, and extra money.

Why this Bali day works as a mixed sightseeing trip

This outing is designed for people who want several sides of Bali in one day. You are not signing up for a long riding expedition or a focused food tour. Instead, you get a short horse ride on the coast, then a series of classic inland stops.

That mix is useful if your Bali schedule is tight. From Seminyak, the day can cover places that are spread across different parts of the island. The private vehicle also means you are not tied to a large group’s pace.

The trade-off is distance. A long day in an air-conditioned minivan is part of the deal. The stated duration is about eight to ten hours, with an 8:30 a.m. start. Each main stop is listed at about one hour, but road time and hotel transfers fill out much of the day.

I would choose this for a first or second Bali visit when you want variety. If you already know the south coast and Tegallalang well, you may prefer a slower day focused on one area.

Starting at Saba Bay Stables and Saba Beach

The day begins at Saba Bay Stables, located at Saba Beach. Before you ride, professional grooms provide a full safety briefing and issue international-standard safety equipment.

That preparation matters, especially if you have little or no riding experience. The provided details do not specify the horses, riding level, or whether you will trot or canter, so you should view this as a guided sightseeing ride rather than an advanced equestrian session.

The ride lasts one hour. Its setting is the real attraction: Saba Beach, the coast, nearby villages, temples, and countryside. On a clear day, you may see Mount Agung and Nusa Penida Island. Those views give the ride a stronger sense of place than a fenced riding arena.

Bring shoes or sandals without heels, and wear long or short pants that you can ride in comfortably. Sunscreen is important because the beach section offers little reason to expect shade. The maximum stated weight is 90 kilograms, so confirm that you meet this requirement before paying.

A one-hour ride is also a sensible length for a day that includes several other stops. You get the novelty of riding beside the coast without spending the entire morning in the saddle. If horseback riding is your main reason for booking, though, you may find the time brief.

Tegenungan Waterfall and the concrete path down

After the beach ride, the tour continues to Tegenungan Waterfall. This is one of Bali’s popular waterfall stops, with a maintained route down concrete steps and safety rails leading toward the base.

That setup makes the visit fairly direct. You are not facing an unmarked jungle path. The listed stop lasts about one hour, giving you time to walk down, see the falls, and return along the same route.

The steps still matter. A concrete path can be safer and easier to follow, but it does not remove the need for comfortable footwear or a steady pace. The tour information does not promise swimming, so do not book this portion expecting a guaranteed swim stop.

I like the contrast with Saba Beach. You begin beside the ocean, then move inland to flowing water and a more enclosed setting. It also breaks up the driving before the rice terrace portion of the day.

Tegallalang Rice Terrace and the lunch stop

Tegallalang is the visual center of the inland portion. The rice fields are cut into the hills, with farmers working sloped plots and narrow areas shaped by the terrain.

You should expect a viewpoint and walking stop rather than a long rural hike. The scheduled time is about one hour. That is enough to take in the terraced fields and see how farming fits into the steep ground, but it may feel short if you want to wander every path.

The lunch stop is also in the Tegallalang area, at a restaurant in Ceking village. You will have an Indonesian menu while looking over the Sapat River valley, rice terraces, and private gardens.

This is one of the stronger practical features of the package. You do not need to search for a restaurant during a busy sightseeing day, and the meal is paired with a scenic setting rather than treated as a quick roadside break. The supplied information does not list the exact dishes, so expect an Indonesian meal rather than a menu you can customize in advance.

The restaurant is described as multi-level, with views over treetops, terraced fields, and landscaped gardens. That makes lunch part of the sightseeing, not just a refueling stop. Still, scenic restaurants can be designed for views more than quiet. If you want a long, unhurried meal, the one-hour schedule may feel structured.

Uma Pakel Agro Tourism and Bali’s coffee plants

The next stop is Uma Pakel Agro Tourism, described as a coffee plantation with several tropical crops. You can see robusta coffee, pineapple, salak, Balinese potatoes, star fruit, cacao, jackfruit, and durian trees.

This stop adds useful context to the scenery. Rice terraces are only one part of Bali’s agriculture. Here, you get a closer look at coffee and other plants that grow in the island’s tropical climate.

The visit lasts about one hour, and no admission fee is listed. The information does not specify whether coffee tasting or purchases are included, so bring modest expectations. You may find opportunities to learn about or sample plantation products, but personal purchases are not covered by the tour price.

I like this stop because it gives the day a more local, working-country feel. The main caution is that plantation visits can vary in how much time you spend walking, listening, or browsing. If retail stops are not your thing, ask the driver how much time is planned there.

The possible Celuk Village stop on the way back

On the return journey, the driver may visit an art village if time allows and if it matches your interest. Celuk is associated with fine silver jewelry. Other possible villages include Batubulan for batik and Mas for wood carving.

This is not a guaranteed core stop. It depends on the schedule and what you want to see. That flexibility is useful on a private tour, since you can express an interest in silver, textiles, or carving rather than being pushed through every option.

It also explains why the day may run toward ten hours. The main sightseeing already fills much of the schedule, and an art-village visit adds another hour if included. If you are tired after the waterfall and rice terraces, you can make your preference clear.

For shoppers, Celuk may be the most useful choice. For everyone else, treat it as an optional look at Bali’s craft traditions, not a central promise of the experience.

Private transport and what the $95 price covers

At $95 per person, the value depends heavily on how many people are in your group. This is a private activity, so only your group participates. You receive private return hotel transport in an air-conditioned minivan, a professional guide, an English or Japanese-speaking driver, bottled water, lunch, safety equipment, and entrance fees.

That is a solid bundle for a full day. You are paying for the vehicle and driver as well as the horse ride and visits. The private setup matters most for pickup convenience and the ability to discuss the optional art village.

Pickup is offered from Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, and Ubud. The stated start time is 8:30 a.m., and the activity ends back at the meeting point. Make sure your hotel is within one of the listed areas before booking.

The phrase all inclusive should not be read too broadly. Personal expenses are not included, so set aside money for souvenirs, optional plantation products, or anything else you choose to buy. Group discounts are available, but the amount is not specified, so larger parties should check the final price rather than assume a fixed saving.

The strongest value comes when two or more people share the private vehicle and guide. A solo visitor pays the full listed rate but still gets the same private arrangement, so the cost may feel less attractive.

Who should book this day

I would recommend it to couples, families, and small groups who want a broad sample of Bali without arranging several separate trips. It suits people who like a mix of outdoor views, light walking, food, and cultural stops.

It is also a good fit if you want a guide who can explain the places along the route. One especially positive detail from the feedback is that the guide was praised for explaining local traditions throughout the journey. No guide’s name is provided, but that comment points to one of the experience’s best possible strengths: the driving time can become part of the learning rather than dead time.

You should think twice if you want a slow, quiet day. Six listed stops, hotel transfers, and optional shopping create a busy schedule. You should also check the 90-kilogram horse-riding limit, since this is a firm practical condition.

The walking is not described as strenuous, but Tegenungan includes concrete steps, and the rice terrace may involve uneven ground. Wear sensible shoes or sandals without heels. Bring a camera, sunscreen, comfortable pants, and extra money for personal expenses.

Booking, cancellation, and the final call

Confirmation is provided when you book, and free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations made within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund, with cut-off times based on Bali’s local time.

I would book this tour if I wanted the convenience of one private day that covers the coast, a waterfall, rice fields, lunch, and coffee plants. The horse ride is the standout opening, while the private vehicle and included meal make the rest of the day simple to manage.

I would skip it if my priority were a long horseback ride, a quiet rice-field walk, or a flexible day with no fixed sequence. For everyone else, especially first-time visitors staying in Seminyak or Ubud, the $95 package offers a practical way to connect several well-known Bali settings in one outing.

FAQ

How long does the Bali horse riding and sightseeing tour last?

The experience lasts approximately eight to ten hours. It begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends back at the meeting point.

Where does the horseback riding take place?

The riding portion takes place at Saba Beach, beginning at Saba Bay Stables. The ride lasts about one hour.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Private return hotel transfer is included from Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, and Ubud.

Is this a private tour?

Yes. Only your group participates in the activity.

What food is included?

Lunch with an Indonesian menu is included. It is served near Tegallalang with views of the Sapat River valley, rice terraces, and gardens.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes. Entrance fees for the included attractions are covered.

Is there a weight limit for horseback riding?

Yes. The maximum stated weight is 90 kilograms.

What should I bring?

Bring shoes or sandals without heels, a camera, sunscreen, long or short pants, and extra money for personal expenses.