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

Saba Bay gives this long Bali day a memorable start: you ride on horseback beside the coast, with seaside villages, temples, Mount Agung, and Nusa Penida Island included in the views when conditions are right. Afterward, the route turns inland for Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegallalang’s rice terraces, lunch, and a coffee plantation.

I like the private transport and the way the day combines several very different parts of Bali without making you arrange separate taxis. I also like that lunch, bottled water, safety equipment, entrance fees, and an English or Japanese-speaking driver are included in the $95 price.

The main consideration is time. This is an eight to ten-hour day, and the waterfall, rice terraces, plantation, and possible art-village stop can make the schedule feel full. The horseback ride has a 90-kilogram maximum weight limit.

Key points to know before booking

• One-hour Saba Beach ride: You receive a safety briefing and standard safety equipment before riding from Saba Bay Stables.
• Private door-to-door service: Pickup and return are offered from Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, and Ubud.
• Several Bali highlights in one day: The route includes Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegallalang rice terraces, lunch, and Uma Pakel Agro Tourism.
• Lunch with a view: The Indonesian meal is served at a restaurant overlooking rice fields, the Sapat River valley, gardens, and treetops.
• Flexible final stop: If time allows, you may visit Celuk, Batubulan, or Mas, depending on your interests.
• A guide can add real value: One review specifically praises the guide for explaining local traditions during the drive.

Why the Saba Beach horseback ride is the real draw

Many Bali day tours begin with a temple or a photo stop. This one begins on horseback at Saba Beach, which gives the day a more active and unusual opening. At Saba Bay Stables, professional grooms provide a full safety briefing before you set out.

The ride lasts about one hour. The route follows Saba Beach and continues through the surrounding countryside. You can expect views of the coast, nearby villages, temples, Mount Agung, and, from suitable viewpoints, Nusa Penida Island.

That mix matters. You are not spending the whole ride inside a minivan before reaching the sightseeing stops. The horse ride offers a direct way to see the coastal side of Bali, then the rest of the day shows you inland scenery and farming areas.

I would treat this as a scenic guided ride rather than an advanced riding lesson. The supplied details do not describe the pace, the horses, or the amount of riding experience required, so ask the provider if those points matter to you. The 90-kilogram limit is clear, though, and should be taken seriously when booking.

Wear shoes or secure sandals. No heels. Long or short pants are suitable, and sunscreen is a sensible addition because part of the day is outdoors. Bring a camera, but keep your hands free during the ride unless the guide says it is safe to take photos.

Tegenungan Waterfall adds a short walk and a big change of scenery

After Saba Beach, the tour heads to Tegenungan Waterfall. This is one of Bali’s best-known waterfall stops, with a maintained pathway and concrete steps leading down toward the base.

The walk is not described as difficult, but it does involve going down and back up steps. Safety rails run along the route, which makes the approach easier to manage. You will want shoes with a good grip rather than thin flip-flops.

The waterfall stop lasts about one hour. That gives you time to walk down, view the falls, take photographs, and return to the vehicle. It is a useful contrast with the horse ride: the first stop is open coastal scenery, while this one brings you into a tighter, greener setting with water and rock.

Keep the timing in mind. A one-hour visit is enough for a focused stop, but it is not an open-ended waterfall outing. If you prefer to linger at one site for a long time, this multi-stop format may feel brisk.

Tegallalang shows Bali’s farming country

The Tegallalang rice terraces are one of the day’s main visual stops. The fields are arranged along sloping ground, creating the stepped pattern associated with Bali’s northern Ubud area.

You can see how farmers work rice fields set into an oblique hillside. The point is not only the view. The terraces show how farming has been fitted to uneven land, with fields shaped around the hills rather than spread across a flat plain.

The stop is scheduled for about an hour. That is enough to walk around the viewing areas and take in the terraces, but expect a popular sightseeing setting rather than a quiet private field. The provided details do not specify which exact viewing area you will use, so the views and walking route may depend on the day’s arrangements.

This is also where practical footwear helps. You will be moving around outdoor paths and uneven areas, and sandals with a secure strap are a better choice than anything loose. A camera is useful here, but save some attention for the farmers and the working fields instead of treating the terraces as only a photo background.

Lunch comes with rice-field and river-valley views

Lunch is included and features an Indonesian menu. The restaurant is in the Tegallalang area, at Ceking village, and offers views toward the Sapat River valley, rice terraces, landscaped gardens, and treetops.

I like this part of the plan because lunch is not simply a quick meal between attractions. The setting gives you time to sit down while still seeing the countryside that brought you to Tegallalang. The restaurant is described as multi-level, with views across the surrounding fields and gardens.

The meal is listed as an Indonesian menu, but no specific dishes are provided. If you have dietary restrictions, ask before booking rather than assuming the menu can be changed. Personal expenses are not included, so keep extra money with you for anything outside the stated inclusions.

Lunch is scheduled for about one hour. That is a reasonable pause in a long day, though the restaurant setting may also come with additional paid items or shopping opportunities. The important value here is that the meal and the rice-terrace view are already part of the package.

Uma Pakel gives you a look at tropical crops and coffee

The next stop is Uma Pakel Agro Tourism, described as a coffee plantation and tropical agriculture site. You can see plants such as robusta coffee, pineapple, salak, Balinese potatoes, star fruit, cacao, jackfruit, and durian.

This stop adds useful context to the scenery you have been seeing from the road. Bali’s countryside is not just a series of green views. It is also working land, with crops and fruit trees grown in different parts of the island.

The visit lasts about an hour and has no separate admission charge listed. The details do not state whether coffee tasting or purchases are included, so do not treat either as part of the $95 price unless the provider confirms it. The most reliable expectation is a plantation visit focused on tropical plants and coffee production.

If you enjoy food, farming, and local products, this may be one of the more interesting stops. If you only want waterfalls and viewpoints, it may feel less essential. That is one reason the private format helps: your guide can better understand your interests, and the possible return route includes optional village stops only if time permits.

Optional art villages can change the final hour

On the drive back, the guide may be able to stop at an art village if time allows. The choices listed are Celuk for silver jewelry, Batubulan for batik, and Mas for wood carving.

This is not a guaranteed part of the schedule. It depends on the time available and your interests. That wording is useful because the day already includes several fixed stops, and adding every village would make the schedule too tight.

Celuk is the natural choice if you want to see silver jewelry. Batubulan suits an interest in batik, while Mas is linked with wood carving. You can tell the driver what interests you, but remember that the listed stop may involve shopping. Personal purchases are not included.

I see these villages as a possible bonus, not a reason to book the tour by themselves. If the waterfall or rice terraces take longer than expected, the art stop may disappear. That is a fair trade for keeping the main route intact.

Private transport makes the $95 price easier to assess

At $95 per person, the value depends partly on how many people are in your group. This is a private tour, so only your group participates. That gives you a more personal day than a large shared coach, and it avoids arranging several separate rides between coastal Bali, the waterfall, Tegallalang, and the plantation.

The package includes private return hotel transfers, an air-conditioned minivan, a professional guide, an English or Japanese-speaking driver, bottled water, safety equipment, lunch, and entrance fees. Pickup and return are offered in Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, and Ubud.

Those inclusions cover the costs that can quietly add up on a long Bali day. You are not paying separately for the waterfall entry, the horse-riding safety gear, the main attractions, or the drive back to your hotel. The private vehicle is especially useful because the stops are spread across different areas.

The price looks strongest for couples, families, or small groups who value control over the day. Group discounts are available, though the exact discount is not stated. If you are traveling alone, $95 is a higher per-person cost, but you still receive private transport and a full day of activities.

The start time is 8:30 a.m. The total duration is approximately eight to ten hours, so plan on returning in the late afternoon or early evening. The exact finish will depend on traffic, the length of each stop, and whether an art village is added.

What the guide contributes

The guide is more than a driver on this route. The package includes a professional guide and an English or Japanese-speaking driver, and one detailed comment praises the guide for explaining local traditions along the way.

That detail is important because much of this day happens between stops. You will spend time on the road, and a guide who explains local customs can turn the transfer into part of the visit rather than dead time. No guide’s name is provided, so you cannot request a specific person from the information available.

The private setup should also make it easier to ask questions or request practical help. Still, the tour has a fixed collection of attractions, and the optional art village depends on time. Think of the guide as someone who can help shape the day within those limits, not someone who can remove every scheduled stop.

Who will enjoy this full Bali day

I would recommend this tour to you if you want several classic Bali experiences in one booking and do not want to organize transport yourself. It suits couples, families, and small groups who like a blend of outdoor activity, scenery, food, and cultural stops.

It is also a good fit if horseback riding is the main reason you are looking at the tour. The one-hour Saba Beach ride is the only activity that gives the day its special character. The waterfall and rice terraces are attractive additions, but they can be visited through many other Bali day trips.

You should think twice if you dislike changing locations often. The route includes at least five main stops and may include an art village, all within eight to ten hours. You should also check the 90-kilogram riding limit before paying.

This is not the right choice if you want a quiet beach day, a long riding session, or a slow meal with no time pressure. It is better for someone who wants a packed introduction to several sides of Bali.

Practical details before you leave Seminyak

Wear comfortable shoes or secure sandals, and leave heels at the hotel. Long or short pants are allowed, but clothing that works for riding and walking is the sensible choice.

Bring sunscreen, a camera, and extra money for personal expenses. Bottled water is included, but the information does not state that snacks, drinks beyond the included water, souvenirs, or personal purchases are covered.

Most people can participate according to the supplied information, but the horse ride has a maximum weight of 90 kilograms. If you have questions about riding ability, mobility, or dietary needs, ask the provider before booking because those details are not specified.

Confirmation is provided at booking. Free cancellation is available when you cancel at least 24 hours before the 8:30 a.m. start time. Cancellations or changes made inside that period are not refunded or accepted.

Should you book Bali Horse Riding, Waterfall, Rice Terrace, Lunch?

Book it if you want an active opening, a private vehicle, and a broad sample of Bali’s coast and inland countryside in one day. The strongest reasons are the Saba Beach horseback ride, the included lunch with rice-terrace views, and the fact that entrance fees and transport are already handled.

The best value comes when two or more people share the private vehicle, especially with the available group discounts. I would also book it if you appreciate a guide who explains local traditions during the drive.

Skip it if you prefer a slower schedule or want to spend most of the day at one attraction. This is a busy route, but it is a practical way to combine horseback riding, Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegallalang, Indonesian food, and a coffee plantation without piecing the day together yourself.

FAQ

Where does this tour start?

The tour starts in Bali, with pickup offered from Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, and Ubud.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 8:30 a.m.

How long does the tour last?

The tour lasts approximately eight to ten hours.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Private return hotel transfer is included for the listed pickup areas.

Is this a private or shared tour?

It is a private tour, and only your group participates.

How long is the horseback ride?

The horseback-riding portion lasts about one hour.

Is safety equipment provided for horse riding?

Yes. International standard safety equipment and a safety briefing from professional grooms are included.

Is lunch included?

Yes. An Indonesian menu is included, with lunch served at a restaurant overlooking rice terraces, gardens, treetops, and the Sapat River valley.

What is the maximum weight for the horse ride?

The maximum weight listed for the horseback-riding experience is 90 kilograms.

Can the tour be canceled for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start are not refunded.