Quick answer: for most visitors, yes — comfortably. Your €25 buys hotel pick-up and drop-off, a safety briefing, a supervised test drive, a helmet, roughly 1.5–2 hours of real off-road riding in the Taurus foothills behind Side, and a shower back at our base — about three hours door to door. The honest catch: dust and mud are not side effects of this tour, they are the product. If you want to stay spotless, pick another day out; if you want the messiest fun on the Side coast, read on.
What €25 actually buys
We run the Side Quad ATV Safari ourselves, so we can tell you exactly where the money goes:
| Included in €25 | Details |
|---|---|
| Hotel transfer | Free pick-up and drop-off from Side centre, Kumköy, Evrenseki, Çolaklı, Gündoğdu, Sorgun and Titreyengöl |
| Safety briefing | Professional guides explain the controls first |
| Supervised test drive | Practise under a guide's eye before the convoy leaves |
| Helmet | Provided at the base |
| Off-road riding | 1.5–2 hours of forest tracks, mud pits and water splashes |
| Showers and changing cabins | Clean up before the transfer back |
Children ride for €15, infants join free, and there is no prepayment — you pay on the day.
What costs extra
- Goggles and bandanas — sold at the base; the convoy raises dust.
- Food and drinks — available to buy at the base.
- Photo and video service — our team films the fun parts; buying is optional.
The full cost breakdown, extras included, is in our guide to what a Side quad safari actually costs in 2026.
Who tends to love it
- First-timers. The quads are simple to operate, and every departure starts with a briefing and a supervised test drive.
- Thrill seekers. Dust clouds, mud pits and water splashes deliver a proper adrenaline fix without eating your whole day.
- Groups and families. Children from 6 ride as securely belted passengers, and guides ride at the front and back of every convoy.
Who should skip it — or ride as a passenger
- Guests with back or neck problems. Off-road terrain is genuinely bumpy; consider the passenger seat, or a calmer excursion altogether.
- Anyone under 16. Driving starts at 16 with ID shown at the base. Guests aged 6–15 join as passengers.
- Children under 6. They cannot take part, even as passengers.
- Riders who do not feel in control. The supervised test drive decides — anyone not comfortable behind the handlebars switches to a passenger seat and enjoys the same route.
Quad vs buggy vs combos: where the value sits
| Tour | Adult / child | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Side Quad ATV Safari | €25 / €15 | ~3 h |
| Side Buggy Safari | €30 / €18 | ~4 h |
| Quad Safari from Kumköy | €30 / €18 | ~3 h |
| Rafting + Quad combo | €30 / €18 | ~7 h |
| Rafting + Buggy combo | €35 / €21 | ~7 h |
| 3-in-1: Rafting + Zipline + Quad | €38 / €23 | ~8 h |
| 4-in-1: Rafting + Tazı Canyon + Zipline + Buggy | €49 / €29 | ~8 h |
The quad is the cheapest adrenaline on our list. The Side buggy safari adds €5 for a two-seater with a roll cage and seat belts — the pick for couples sharing one machine. With a full day to spare, the rafting and quad combo pairs guided rafting in Köprülü Canyon with a quad safari for the same €30 — a lot of day for buggy money. Every option, including Belek, Kemer and Alanya, is on our quad safari overview.
The honest cons
- You will get dirty. Dust in the dry months, mud at the pits and splash stops. That is the attraction — yet it surprises someone every week.
- Riding time is 1.5–2 hours, not three. The rest is transfer, briefing, test drive and breaks — the right mix, we think, but worth knowing before you book.
- It is a convoy, not a race. With up to 40 guests and guides front and back, the pace is set for the whole group.
Practical information
- Morning or afternoon departures — your exact pick-up time is confirmed at booking.
- Bring a complete change of clothes and closed shoes; showers and changing cabins wait at the base.
- Booking online is free; you pay on the day of the tour.
For a stop-by-stop picture of the day, read what happens on a quad safari in Side, hotel to hotel.
Frequently asked questions
Is a quad safari in Side suitable for complete beginners?
Yes — it is built for them. The quads are single-rider ATVs with straightforward controls, and you complete a supervised test drive before the convoy leaves. Skill decides who drives: anyone not comfortable joins as a passenger and misses none of the route.
How much actual riding do I get for €25?
Around 1.5–2 hours off-road. The day runs about three hours door to door; the rest is transfer, briefing, test drive and short breaks.
Can I bring my children?
Children from age 6 ride as securely belted passengers for €15. Driving is possible from 16 with ID shown at the base. Children under 6 cannot join the tour.
Is the buggy worth the extra €5?
If you want to share the ride, yes: the buggy seats two side by side with a roll cage and seat belts, and its tour lasts about four hours. For your own handlebars and full control, the €25 quad wins.
Do I need to bring anything?
A complete change of clothes and closed shoes. The base has changing cabins and showers, so you head back to your hotel clean. Goggles and bandanas are sold there.
Our verdict: at €25 with transfer, helmet, guidance and real mud included — and nothing to pay until the tour itself — the Side quad safari earns its place on most holiday plans. Check availability on the Side Quad ATV Safari page, book your seat free online, and pay on the day we pick you up.