Side Quad Safari Tour
Ride your own quad through pine forest, mud and a shallow river crossing near Manavgat. Morning, midday and sunset groups, no licence needed.
- 4 hours
- Daily · 09:00 · 13:30 · 15:30
- Min. age 7
- Hotel pick-up
About the Side Quad Safari Tour
Ready for dust, mud and a few splashes? On the Side quad safari you ride your own quad bike, or share one with a passenger, along forest trails by the Manavgat River. Your group follows an instructor through pine forest, over muddy tracks and across a shallow river crossing, with a break for photos.
The ride lasts around one and a half to two hours. The sunset group is especially popular for its golden light and cooler air.
Tour times
- Morning: 09:00–13:00
- Midday: 13:30–17:30
- Sunset: 15:30–19:30
Quad or buggy?
A quad is open and sporty, while the buggy safari gives you a steering wheel and seat belts. Not sure which to choose? Read Quad or buggy safari in Side. For a full day with lunch and a lake swim, see the jeep safari.
Highlights
- Ride your own quad on forest trails by the Manavgat River
- Mud, dust and a shallow river crossing
- First-timers welcome
- Photo and rest break along the trail
- Golden-hour rides with the sunset group
Itinerary
-
Hotel pick-up
Transfer from your hotel at the start time of your group.
-
Safety briefing and practice ride
Learn the controls and get a feel for the quad.
-
Forest trails
Follow your instructor through pine forest and muddy tracks.
-
River crossing
A shallow crossing of the river, the splashiest part of the ride.
-
Break
A short stop to rest, take photos and cool off.
-
Return
Back to the base and transfer to your hotel.
Included
- Free hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Quad bike (single or double)
- Helmet
- Safety briefing and practice ride
- Professional tour guide
Not included
- Extra food and drinks
- Photos and videos
- Personal expenses
- Tips
What to bring
- Clothes that can get dirty
- Closed shoes
- Sunglasses and a neck buff against dust
- A change of clothes
- Waterproof phone case
Good to know
- Drivers must be 16 or older (under 18 with parental consent); passengers from age 7
- No driving licence required
- Wearing a helmet is mandatory
- Not suitable for pregnant women
- With back, neck or heart problems, please ask us before booking
- Hotel pick-up areas: Side, Kumköy, Çolaklı, Sorgun, Titreyengöl, Evrenseki and Gündoğdu.
- Routes and timings can change slightly with weather and trail conditions.
Prices for the Side Quad Safari Tour
| Single seat 1 rider | €35$39£29₺1,950 |
|---|---|
| Double seat rider + passenger | €50$55£42₺2,800 |
Prices are per vehicle. Pay in cash on the tour day – nothing to pay online.
Questions about this tour
How long does the quad safari in Side take?
The tour takes about 4 hours including the hotel transfer, with around 1.5 to 2 hours of riding. Groups start at 09:00 (morning), 13:30 (midday) or 15:30 (sunset).
Do I need a driving licence for the quad safari?
No. Your instructor explains everything and you do a practice ride first. Drivers must be at least 16 years old (under 18 with parental consent), and a helmet is mandatory.
What should I wear?
Clothes that can get dirty, closed shoes, sunglasses and a neck buff or scarf against dust, plus a spare T-shirt. A waterproof pouch protects your phone from mud and splashes.