Türkler sits on the quiet western edge of the Alanya strip, tucked between Konaklı and Avsallar, where the coast road runs close to the sea and the Taurus foothills rise green and dusty just behind the hotels. It's a lovely base for a relaxed beach holiday, but it also puts you within easy reach of some of the best off-road country on this stretch of the Turkish Riviera. If you've been watching buggies kick up dust on the tracks inland and wondering how to have a go yourself, this is the complete, honest guide to booking a two-seat off-road buggy safari as a Türkler guest.
Why Türkler is a great base for a buggy safari
The stretch of coast between Side and Alanya is one of the most popular off-road playgrounds in the region, and Türkler sits right in the middle of it. The pine-clad hills that back Avsallar, Konaklı and the villages inland of Alanya are laced with forest tracks, dry river beds and farm lanes that turn to sticky mud after rain — exactly the varied terrain a buggy is built for.
Because Türkler is a compact resort without a sprawling town centre, most guests here are already used to being collected for day trips, so the logistics feel natural. You won't need to hire a car, work out a route into the mountains, or navigate anything yourself. The off-road base is reached by transfer, and the driving that matters happens on the trails, not on the highway.
How free hotel pick-up works
Hotel pick-up and drop-off are included free from Türkler and the surrounding resorts, and this is genuinely part of the package rather than an upsell. When you book, you give the name of your hotel and your room details, and the transfer is arranged around the session you've chosen.
There are usually two departures a day — a morning session and an afternoon session. Your exact pick-up time depends on where your hotel sits on the transfer route, so it's confirmed with you at booking rather than promised here as a fixed clock time. As a rule of thumb, be ready in your hotel lobby a little ahead of the agreed window, in comfortable clothes you don't mind getting dusty, and let reception know you're waiting for an excursion transfer. After the safari, the same vehicle returns you to your hotel door.
What the ride actually involves
The star of the day is a two-seat off-road buggy: a purpose-built machine with a roll cage over your head and proper seatbelts holding you in. Two people share one buggy for a single price, which makes it a natural fit for couples, friends and families — you can swap who drives (where age and licence rules allow) or one person can drive while the other rides shotgun and films.
You don't need a driving licence or any previous experience. Before you set off, there's a full safety briefing and a short practice lap so you get a feel for the throttle, steering and brakes on a controlled bit of ground. A lead guide rides at the front and sets the pace, so you're never expected to find your own way or go faster than you're comfortable with.
Once you're on the trail, expect the real thing: genuine forest and mud tracks winding through the Taurus foothills, with shallow water crossings that send up a satisfying splash. It's bumpy, dusty and grin-inducing rather than white-knuckle terrifying — the pace is set to be fun for first-timers while still giving keen drivers something to enjoy.
What's included
Your session includes the buggy itself, a helmet and goggles, the safety briefing and practice lap, the lead guide out on the trail, and insurance. Free hotel transfer from Türkler is part of it too. You just bring yourself, sensible closed shoes and a change of clothes for afterwards.
Who a buggy safari suits
This is one of the more inclusive adventure options on the coast. Couples love it because you share a buggy and the experience. Groups of friends turn it into a convoy. Families work well too: a child can ride safely buckled in beside a parent who's driving, so younger kids don't miss out even though they can't take the wheel themselves.
If you like the idea of an open-air machine you steer yourself, rather than being a passenger in a jeep, a buggy is the sweet spot — more protected and stable-feeling than a quad, but still very much hands-on. Age and driving rules for who can be behind the wheel are confirmed at booking, so if you're travelling with teenagers or want to know exactly how your family splits across the buggies, just ask when you reserve.
Combining your buggy safari with more adventure
One of the perks of this part of the coast is how close it sits to Köprülü Canyon, the deep river gorge inland that's the home of rafting in Antalya. If you want to make a bigger day of it, buggy-and-rafting combinations pair the off-road ride with a white-water float on the cold, clear Köprülü river. Rafting is seasonal — it runs roughly from spring through autumn when the water levels are right — so if that's on your wish list, mention it when you book and check what's running during your stay.
How to book and how payment works
Booking is designed to be low-commitment. You reserve your spot and date online for free, without paying up front — a reserve-now, pay-on-the-day model. That means you're not out of pocket if plans shift, and you settle up on the day of the safari itself.
Because prices can change with season and exchange rates, it's best to check the live price at the moment you book rather than trust a figure quoted somewhere online. Book a day or two ahead in peak summer, when sessions fill up, though last-minute spots do come up. Once you're confirmed, you'll have your session and your Türkler pick-up details, and all that's left is to turn up ready for a dusty morning or afternoon in the foothills.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a driving licence for the buggy?
No licence or previous experience is needed to take part, and everyone gets a briefing and practice lap first. Rules for exactly who may drive versus ride as a passenger are confirmed at booking, so check when you reserve if that matters for your group.
Is the buggy safari safe for children?
Yes — a child can ride safely buckled in beside a parent who is driving, under the roll cage and seatbelts. Very young children who can't take the wheel still get to be part of the adventure as passengers. Any minimum ages are confirmed when you book.
How long does the transfer from Türkler take?
Türkler sits conveniently on the Alanya strip near the off-road base, so transfers are short and included free. Your exact pick-up time depends on your hotel's place on the route and is confirmed at booking rather than fixed here.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear light clothes you don't mind getting dusty or splashed, and closed shoes with a bit of grip — no flip-flops. Bring sunglasses or rely on the goggles provided, sun protection, and maybe a change of clothes for the drive back. Everything else, from helmet to guide, is provided.