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

Saba Beach gives this full-day Bali tour its best moment: an hour on horseback beside the coast, with village, temple, and countryside views in the same ride. On clear days, you may also see Mount Agung and Nusa Penida Island. The horse ride is guided and begins with a proper safety briefing, so you are not simply handed a horse and sent off.

I like the private hotel transfer, which keeps the day easier than piecing together several taxis. I also like the mix of scenery: beach first, then waterfall, rice terraces, a coffee plantation, and lunch above the Sapat River valley. The main caution is time. With six planned stops and long drives between Bali’s coastal and inland areas, this is a busy day rather than a slow one.

Key points at a glance

• Ride beside Saba Beach: The one-hour horseback outing begins at Saba Bay Stables and includes safety equipment and a professional groom briefing.
• Private from pickup to return: Only your group participates, with pickup available from Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, and Ubud.
• A strong scenery mix: Coast, villages, temples, Tegenungan Waterfall, rice fields, tropical crops, and Mount Agung views may all fit into one day.
• Lunch with a view: The Indonesian meal is served at a restaurant overlooking the Sapat River valley, rice terraces, gardens, and treetops.
• Optional art villages: If time allows and you are interested, the return route may include Celuk for silver, Batubulan for batik, or Mas for wood carving.
• Important riding limit: The maximum stated weight is 90 kilograms. Wear shoes or sandals without heels and bring sunscreen.

Saba Bay is the reason to book

Many Bali day tours rush from one inland sight to another. This one starts with a change of pace. At Saba Bay Stables, you receive a safety briefing from the professional grooms before setting out for about an hour.

The ride follows Saba Beach and continues through the countryside. The views can include seaside villages, temples, Mount Agung, and Nusa Penida Island. The exact view depends on weather and visibility, but the route gives you a wider sense of southeastern Bali than a standard beach stop would.

This is guided horseback riding, not an advanced riding lesson or a long trek. That matters if you are new to horses. You get a contained one-hour activity, followed by sightseeing from the air-conditioned minivan.

The maximum weight is 90 kilograms, so check this before booking. You should also wear practical shoes or sandals with no heels. Long or short pants are both listed as suitable, but sunscreen is essential for the beach portion and the outdoor stops.

A private day starts at 8:30 am

The stated start time is 8:30 am, and the tour lasts roughly eight to ten hours. Pickup and return are included for hotels in Kuta, Seminyak, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Tanjung Benoa, and Ubud.

The private setup is one of the tour’s most useful features. Your group travels together, rather than waiting for unrelated participants at every stop. You can also ask the English- or Japanese-speaking driver about the route and local life along the way. One published five-star rating gives particular credit to the guide for explaining local traditions during the journey.

The vehicle is an air-conditioned minivan, and bottled water is included. That is practical in Bali, where a full day outside can become tiring quickly. Still, do not mistake private transport for a short day. Saba Beach, the waterfall, Tegallalang, and the coffee plantation are spread across different parts of the island.

Tegenungan Waterfall after the coast

After horseback riding, the day shifts inland to Tegenungan Waterfall. The stop is planned for about an hour.

The approach uses a maintained path with concrete steps and a safety rail leading toward the base of the falls. You can expect a walk rather than a difficult hike, though the steps still call for sensible footwear. This is not a quick roadside photo stop. The route lets you get closer to the waterfall and see the water from below.

The one-hour limit gives you enough time to walk down, take photographs, and look around before returning to the vehicle. If you want a long swim or a quiet stay by the water, this schedule may feel tight. The supplied information does not promise swimming, so plan this as a waterfall visit, not a dedicated water activity.

Bring a camera, but protect it from spray and keep your footing in mind. The concrete path and rail make the stop approachable, but outdoor conditions can still be slippery.

Tegallalang rice terraces and working countryside

The next major setting is Tegallalang Rice Terrace, an area known for rice fields cut into sloping ground. The terraces sit along the banks and hills, giving you the classic layered view associated with Bali’s farming country.

The stop is listed for about an hour. You can look across the fields, photograph the curved lines of the terraces, and see how farmers work land that is far from flat. The attraction is not just the view. It offers a glimpse of the practical farming system behind Bali’s postcard scenery.

This is also one place where comfortable shoes help. Rice terraces involve uneven ground and slopes, even when you are not taking a long walk. Stay aware of the schedule, since the next stop is lunch in the same general Tegallalang area.

The tour combines two Tegallalang entries, but they serve different purposes. The first focuses on the terraces themselves. The second takes you to a restaurant in Ceking village for lunch and views over the surrounding fields and gardens.

Indonesian lunch above the Sapat River valley

Lunch is included and features an Indonesian menu. It is served at a multi-level restaurant in Ceking village, with views over the Sapat River valley, terraced fields, private gardens, treetops, and landscaped grounds.

That setting adds real value to the $95 price. You are not paying only for transport between attractions. A meal in a scenic location breaks up the driving and gives you time to sit down without arranging another restaurant.

The menu is described only as Indonesian food, so you should not expect a detailed list of dishes before departure. If you have dietary restrictions, ask the operator in advance. Personal expenses are not included, so bring extra money for anything outside the stated meal, water, and entrance fees.

Lunch is scheduled for about an hour. That is enough for a proper stop, but this is not a leisurely afternoon at a resort. The restaurant view is a central part of the stop, so take a few minutes to look beyond your table.

Uma Pakel Agro Tourism and tropical crops

Uma Pakel Agro Tourism adds a different angle to the day. This is a coffee plantation and tropical crop area where you can see robusta coffee, pineapple, salak, Balinese potatoes, star fruit, cacao, jackfruit, durian, and other plants.

The stop is listed at about an hour, with no separate admission fee. It gives you a chance to see how several familiar fruits and crops grow in Bali rather than treating coffee as an abstract souvenir product.

The information provided does not promise a tasting, shopping session, or specific coffee demonstration. You might find those elements available at the plantation, but they should not be treated as guaranteed parts of the booking. The sure thing is a visit to the agricultural site and a look at its range of tropical plants.

After the waterfall and rice fields, this stop keeps the day focused on Bali’s rural side. It also gives you another chance to walk around, so keep your camera and sunscreen handy.

Optional art villages on the return trip

If time permits, the driver may take you to an art village on the way back. The choices reflect different local crafts:

• Celuk is associated with fine silver jewelry.
• Batubulan is associated with batik.
• Mas is associated with wood carving.

This is an optional addition based on your interest and the time available. Do not count on visiting all three. The day already includes a horse ride, waterfall, rice terrace, lunch, and plantation, so traffic or a longer stop can affect the return route.

I would tell the driver early if one craft matters most to you. A focused visit is more useful than trying to squeeze in every village. Also remember that purchases are personal expenses and are not included in the tour price.

What $95 includes, and what it does not

At $95 per person, this is priced as a full private day rather than a single attraction. The package includes return hotel transfer, an English- or Japanese-speaking driver, a professional guide, an air-conditioned minivan, bottled water, international-standard safety equipment, lunch, and entrance fees.

The value is strongest if you want several Bali highlights without arranging separate transport. Horse riding alone would not justify the full-day price for everyone, but the combination of coastal riding, inland scenery, a waterfall, lunch, rice terraces, and a plantation makes the cost easier to understand.

Group discounts are available, though the amount is not specified. Since the activity is private, the per-person value may improve when several people share the vehicle and guide. Solo guests or couples should compare the price with a smaller single-activity booking if they prefer a slower pace.

Personal expenses are excluded. That means you should budget for souvenirs, optional purchases at the art villages, and anything else beyond the included meal and bottled water.

How the pace feels in practice

The route is attractive because it covers so much. It is also busy for the same reason.

You begin with a fixed one-hour horseback ride, then continue to a waterfall, rice terraces, lunch, a plantation, and possibly an art village. Each scheduled stop is about an hour. That gives you a useful taste of each place, but not much room to linger.

I like this structure for a first full day in Bali, especially if you want variety and do not want to manage transport. It is less suitable if your ideal holiday day means staying in one village, spending hours at the waterfall, or taking an unhurried walk through the fields.

Traffic can also affect the total eight to ten hours. The private vehicle helps because you are not collecting other groups, but it cannot remove road delays. Keep your evening plans flexible.

Who should book this Bali tour

You should consider it if you want a private, all-in-one day with a clear activity at the center. The horse ride gives the tour a distinct opening, while the later stops cover several classic Bali settings.

It suits first-time visitors who want an efficient overview, couples and families who value private transport, and anyone who prefers a driver rather than arranging taxis between scattered attractions. The horse ride is also a good fit if you want to try riding without committing to a much longer trek.

It may not suit you if you dislike structured days, have limited mobility on steps and uneven ground, weigh more than 90 kilograms, or want a specialist food, photography, or coffee tour. The tour says most people can participate, but the physical demands vary between riding, walking, stairs, and outdoor heat.

The guide’s local explanations can add useful context during the drives. A five-star rating specifically praises the guide’s explanations of local traditions and the quality of the horse riding, so pay attention during the transfers instead of treating them as dead time.

Practical tips before you go

Wear shoes or sandals without heels. The beach ride, waterfall steps, and rice terrace area all call for something secure.

Bring sunscreen, a camera, and extra money for personal purchases. Bottled water is supplied, but you may still want additional water for a long day outdoors.

Ask about food needs before departure because the included meal is described generally as an Indonesian menu. If you care about visiting Celuk, Batubulan, or Mas, tell the driver early, knowing the art-village stop depends on time.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours ahead are not refunded or accepted.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if you want Bali’s coast and countryside in one private day, and if the Saba Beach horseback ride sounds more appealing than another ordinary sightseeing stop. The combination of guided riding, Tegenungan Waterfall, Tegallalang, Indonesian lunch, and tropical crops gives you plenty of variety for $95.

Skip it if you want a slow day or need a highly specialized itinerary. The schedule is full, the driving covers a broad area, and the optional art stop is not guaranteed. For the right guest, though, this is a practical way to connect Bali’s beach, farms, crafts, and famous inland views without arranging the pieces yourself.

FAQ

Where does the horseback riding take place?

The ride takes place at Saba Beach, beginning at Saba Bay Stables. You receive a safety briefing from professional grooms before the ride.

How long is the horseback riding portion?

The horseback riding portion lasts about one hour and includes admission and international-standard safety equipment.

What is the tour start time?

The stated start time is 8:30 am. The complete experience lasts approximately eight to ten hours.

Is hotel pickup included?

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

Is lunch included?

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

What is the maximum rider weight?

The maximum stated weight is 90 kilograms. You should also bring shoes or sandals without heels, sunscreen, a camera, and extra money for personal expenses.