Private driver & local host, Bali

Bali, told slowly. By someone who lives here.

I'm your local driver in Bali: the person behind the wheel, the schedule, and the small recommendations that make a day actually feel like Bali. No agencies, no scripts.

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Based in Bali, driving island-wideEnglish-speakingDirect, no call centre

Batuh sitting on a viewpoint ledge above a Bali valley

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rice terrace

temple stop

golden hour

A typical day on the roadEvery route shaped around you.

Tell him where you want to go. He'll shape the day.

Answer two questions and your WhatsApp message writes itself. It opens with everything typed, so Batuh can reply with a route and a price instead of asking you the same things back.

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How many of you, where are you staying, and roughly when?

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5 things he arranges

Slide through. Duration, what's included and what to bring, as he lists them. No prices here: send your dates and he confirms cost on WhatsApp.

ATV / Quad Bike

Near Ubud · ~2 hours

Ride your own quad bike through rice paddies, jungle trail and a small river crossing in the countryside outside Ubud. One of the most requested activities I arrange, and usually the day's highlight for first-timers and experienced riders alike.

What's included, what to bring

Duration: ~2 hours riding · Best for: First-timers welcome · Pickup: Arranged from your hotel/villa · Weather: Runs rain or shine (muddier when wet)

Included: Helmet and riding gear; Guided riding instructor for the whole route; Pickup and drop-off arranged for you; Route through rice paddies, jungle track and a river crossing.

Bring: Clothes you don't mind getting muddy; Closed shoes, sandals aren't allowed on the bikes; A change of clothes for after; Sunscreen and a hat for before/after the ride.

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White Water Rafting

Ayung River · Half-day

A half-day on the Ayung River, paddling through jungle canyons and past waterfalls on rapids suited to first-timers. I handle the pickup and drop-off, so you just show up ready to get wet.

What's included, what to bring

Duration: ~1.5–2 hrs on the river · Best for: Beginners, small groups · Location: Ayung River, near Ubud · Minimum age: Typically 7 years+

Included: Life jacket and helmet; Professional rafting guide per boat; Return transport arranged; Shower and change facilities at the finish point.

Bring: Swimwear or quick-dry clothes; Sandals with a back strap (no flip-flops); A dry change of clothes and a towel; Waterproof sunscreen.

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Bali Swing

Ubud area · 1–2 hours

The jungle swings and nests you've seen all over Instagram. I know which locations are quieter and better lit than the crowded ones, and can time the visit around the best light.

What's included, what to bring

Duration: 1–2 hours on site · Best for: Couples, families, photo lovers · Location: Ubud area · Ideal time: Morning, for softer light

Included: Entrance to the swing location; Access to multiple swing and nest spots; Transport there and back; Photographer available on request.

Bring: An outfit you'd like in photos; Phone or camera fully charged; Closed-toe shoes for walking between spots; Cash for entrance tickets and optional add-ons.

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Watersport

Tanjung Benoa · 2–3 hours

Banana boat, jet ski, parasailing and snorkeling on Bali's south coast. A good pairing with a beach day, usually arranged as a stop on a longer south Bali route.

What's included, what to bring

Duration: 2–3 hours · Best for: Groups, families · Location: Tanjung Benoa, south coast · Choose: Pick 2–3 activities as a package

Included: Safety gear (life jacket) for all activities; Instructor/operator for each activity; Transport to and from the beach; Locker for your belongings while you're on the water.

Bring: Swimwear; Sunscreen and a hat; A towel and a dry bag for your phone; Cash for individual activity add-ons.

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Jeep Tour

Highlands · Full day

Open-top jeep routes through volcanic terrain and highland villages. A different landscape and pace from the rest of the island. Usually arranged as a full-day trip, often combined with a nearby temple or viewpoint stop.

What's included, what to bring

Duration: Full day, ~6–8 hours · Best for: Adventure seekers, small groups · Location: Highland/volcanic areas · Terrain: Open-top, can be dusty or cool

Included: Open-top jeep and driver for the full route; Stops at highland villages and viewpoints; Pickup and drop-off from your hotel/villa; Flexible route based on your interests.

Bring: Closed shoes and a light jacket (highlands can be cool); Sunglasses and a scarf or mask for dust; Camera, the viewpoints are worth it; Water and snacks for the road.

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Something else?

Waterfalls, a cooking class, a sunrise hike, a day that's just driving and eating. Ask.

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Places worth the drive

The spots he takes guests to most. Good to know even if you're planning your own route.

Ubud: Sacred Monkey Forest. A shaded jungle sanctuary in the middle of Ubud, home to hundreds of long-tailed macaques and moss-covered temple gates.; Tegallalang Rice Terrace. Bali's most photographed rice terraces. Best visited early, before the tour buses arrive.
East Bali: Lempuyang Temple. Home of the “Gates of Heaven,” framing Mount Agung in the distance. Worth the early start.; Tirta Gangga. A former royal water palace with koi ponds, fountains and stepping stones set against rice fields.; Taman Ujung. A grand water palace on the coast, with reflecting pools and views out toward the sea.
South Bali: GWK Cultural Park. Home to the towering Garuda Wisnu Kencana statue, with clifftop views over the south coast.

Batuh with a group of guests at a Balinese doorway

Batuh beneath a giant banyan tree in Bali

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Batuh, Bali private driver, with two guests above the Tegallalang rice terraces area

A driver you can actually trust with your day.

I'm a local driver based in Bali, and I've spent years on these roads, driving guests to temples, waterfalls, rice terraces and everything in between. I know the shortcuts, the quiet hours to beat the crowds, and the places worth the detour.

No fixed script, no rush. I plan the day around your pace, keep you safe on the road, and share what I know about the places we visit, as a driver and a local, not a tour company voice reading from a brochure.

Every trip is private. It's just you and whoever you're travelling with, not a shared van with strangers.

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Questions guests ask

Short answers, in his words.

Is the trip private?

Yes. Every trip is private. It's just you and whoever you're travelling with, not a shared van with strangers.

Do you pick up from my hotel or villa?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are arranged from your hotel or villa, anywhere on the island.

Do you speak English?

Yes. I speak English day-to-day with guests, so planning and last-minute changes are easy to sort out on the spot.

How do I book?

Message me directly on WhatsApp with your dates and what you're interested in. No booking forms, no call centre.

Are prices listed?

No fixed prices are listed here. Send me your dates and I'll confirm availability and details on WhatsApp.

Which parts of Bali do you cover?

I'm based in Bali and drive island-wide: Ubud, East Bali, the south coast and the highlands.

Tell me your dates. I'll shape the route.

Message me directly with your dates and what you're interested in. No booking forms, no waiting on a call centre. Just a straight answer.

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