Trade the Side coast for the foothills
Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection stretches along the sandy shore of Side, moments from palm-lined promenades and the old harbour. Head a little inland, though, and the flat coastline gives way to the rugged Taurus foothills above Side and Manavgat, laced with forest tracks, dust and shallow water. That is where our two-seat buggies live, and it is where guests of Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection swap sunbathing for a steering wheel and a splash of mud.
One buggy, two seats, one price
Each of our buggies carries two people side by side inside a sturdy roll cage. Sharing a single machine for one price is exactly what makes this trip so flexible:
- Couples can trade the driver's seat whenever they fancy a change.
- Parents ride with a child buckled safely in the passenger seat.
- Friends can pair up and egg each other on through the muddiest stretches.
With automatic transmission and simple controls, even a first-timer feels confident within minutes of the briefing.
What to expect on the trail
This is genuine off-road, not a gentle sightseeing loop. You will bounce along rutted forest paths, throw up spray at shallow stream crossings and slither through soft mud, with the wooded Taurus slopes rising all around. A lead guide rides up front to set a safe pace while a support driver keeps an eye on the group from behind. Bring or wear the supplied goggles, because a fine layer of dust is part of the fun.
Your free transfer and the essentials included
The free pick-up from Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection carries you to the nearest off-road base near Side, where the buggies are lined up and ready. Afterwards we return you to the same hotel entrance. Every booking includes:
- Free hotel pick-up and drop-off from Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection
- Helmet, goggles, roll cage and seatbelts
- A thorough safety briefing and a guide throughout the ride
- Insurance
Old clothes and closed shoes are the right call, and a spare set for the trip back is never a bad idea. A bottle of water and a little sun cream also help, but the gear that matters, from the helmet to the roll cage, is already taken care of.
Book the Side Buggy Safari
When you are ready, the tour to book is our Side Buggy Safari, the full off-road run that departs from the nearest Side base. Reserve your places, mention you are staying at Acanthus & Cennet Barut Collection, and we will sort the door-to-door transfer for you.