If you are staying in Çolaklı and looking for a proper dose of adventure, a buggy safari in the Taurus foothills is one of the easiest and most fun half-days you can add to your holiday. Çolaklı sits right in the Side–Manavgat corridor, so you are close to the off-road trails that run inland from the coast. This guide covers what the day actually involves, how pickup works, what the trails are like, who it suits and what to bring — everything you need before you book.
What a buggy safari from Çolaklı is really like
You will drive a two-seat side-by-side buggy fitted with a roll cage and seatbelts. Two people share one buggy for one price and take turns driving, so it works well for couples, friends and families with older kids. The route follows off-road trails in the Taurus foothills inland from the coast — dusty forest tracks, muddy bends and shallow water crossings. It is bumpy, messy and genuinely good fun, and a water fight often breaks out to finish the ride.
Every safari begins with a safety briefing and a short practice lap so you get a feel for the controls before you set off. A lead guide sets the pace at the front and a sweep guide follows at the back, so nobody gets left behind. Helmets are provided, and you keep the whole group together on the trail.
Pickup and logistics from Çolaklı
Pickup and drop-off from your Çolaklı hotel are free. Because Çolaklı is close to the inland trailheads, the transfer is short and straightforward. Departures run in the morning or the afternoon depending on the day and season, and the team confirms your window with you — we do not tie you to an exact clock time in advance. Plan for a relaxed half-day from door to door, with the driving portion taking roughly a couple of hours.
Who it suits — including complete beginners
You need no driving licence and no previous experience. The practice lap and briefing are designed for first-timers, and the guides adjust the pace so nervous drivers and confident ones can both enjoy it. Because two people share a buggy, one person can drive while the other rides along, then you swap — ideal if only one of you fancies being behind the wheel. It suits couples, groups of friends and families; if you are travelling with children, ask about age and height requirements when you book.
What to wear and bring
- Old clothes you do not mind getting dusty and muddy — you will get dirty, and that is part of the fun.
- Closed shoes (trainers are perfect) — no flip-flops or sandals.
- A change of clothes for afterwards, especially with the water fight in mind.
- Sunglasses, sun cream and a bottle of water.
- A little cash to pay the guide on the day.
Booking — best price direct, no prepayment
Booking direct gets you the best price, and there is no prepayment. You reserve your spot free online and simply pay the guide on the day, so nothing is charged up front. That keeps your plans flexible while you settle into your Çolaklı holiday.
Ready to lock in a date? Head to the Çolaklı buggy safari page to check availability and reserve, or browse our full range on the tours page. Buggy safaris run for most of the year, so whether you are here in spring, summer or autumn, there is almost always a slot — book early in busy periods to get your preferred day.