Buggy Safari from Evrenseki: Off-Road Fun Behind the Side Coast
Staying in Evrenseki and itching to swap the sun-lounger for a steering wheel? A buggy safari is the perfect half-day escape. You climb into a rugged two-seat side-by-side buggy, kick up a cloud of dust and go tearing along off-road tracks in the Taurus foothills, just inland from the coast. It is loud, dusty, muddy and grin-inducing from the very first bend, and because we collect you straight from your Evrenseki hotel there is no faff about how to get there. Reserve your seats free online, then simply pay the guide on the day.
Evrenseki sits right next to Side, so you are ideally placed for this adventure. Within a short drive the neat resort strip gives way to open country, and that is exactly where the trails begin. If you have been eyeing the buggies zipping about and wondering whether it is for you, the honest answer is yes: no licence, no experience and no nerves of steel required.
What the Ride Is Like
Once we leave Evrenseki behind, the tarmac ends and the real fun starts. The trails wind through dusty forest tracks, tackle muddy bends that throw up a proper splatter, and drop through shallow water and small river crossings that send spray flying over the cage. One moment you are rumbling through pine-scented woodland, the next you are bouncing over rutted ground and grinning like a kid. It is a genuine off-road experience, not a gentle theme-park loop.
Your buggy is a purpose-built side-by-side machine with a sturdy roll cage and seatbelts. It sits higher and wider than a quad, so you feel planted and in control even when the track gets rough. A lead guide sets the pace out front so nobody gets left behind or pushed too hard, while a second sweep guide follows at the back to keep the group together and lend a hand if anyone needs it. You ride as a convoy, at a speed the whole group is happy with.
How Long and When
Plan for a fun half-day out. We pick you up from your Evrenseki hotel in the morning or the afternoon and have you back a few hours later, dusty, damp and delighted. The total time on your feet includes the transfer, the safety briefing, a practice lap and the ride itself, so it is an easy, relaxed slot in your holiday rather than a whole day gone. The safari runs most of the year, so whenever you are in town there is likely a departure to join.
One Buggy, Two People, One Price
This is where the buggy really shines. Two people share a single buggy for one price, and you can take turns driving. Swap over at a stop and let your partner have a go, or let one person drive while the other rides shotgun, hangs on and films the mayhem. It makes the buggy brilliant value and genuinely sociable in a way a solo quad never is.
Who It Suits
Because you share the cockpit, the buggy is a natural fit for:
- Couples who want to ride together and share the driving instead of chasing each other on separate machines.
- Friends looking for a proper laugh with a bit of friendly rivalry over who handles the mud best.
- Families wanting the adults to drive while younger ones ride safely alongside in the cage.
The roomier, more sheltered cabin means everyone stays together and shares the adventure, rather than being spread out across a line of single seats. If you are travelling as a group from Evrenseki, it is easily the most inclusive off-road option.
Complete Beginners Welcome
Never driven anything off-road? No problem at all. Every tour opens with a clear safety briefing covering the controls, the hand signals and how to handle the trail. Then you get a practice lap to find the throttle and brake and get comfortable before the real ride begins. The controls are simple and intuitive, and with a guide in front and behind you are never left to figure it out alone. Confidence comes fast once the wheels start turning.
Safety, the Cage and Your Gear
Adventure and safety go hand in hand here. Your buggy has a proper roll cage and seatbelts, and a helmet is provided for every rider. The briefing and practice lap make sure you know what you are doing before you hit the trail, and the two-guide system means there is always someone looking out for the group. Because a buggy is roomier and more sheltered than a single quad, it feels reassuringly solid for first-timers, couples and families alike.
What to Wear and Bring
This ride gets messy in the best possible way, so dress for it:
- Old clothes you do not mind getting dusty, muddy or splashed. Do not wear your smart holiday outfit.
- Closed shoes rather than flip-flops or sandals, for grip and to keep your feet protected.
- Sunglasses to keep dust out of your eyes on the drier stretches.
- A little cash to pay the guide on the day, plus your phone for photos if you are brave enough to bring it.
Expect to come back damp and dusty. A light-hearted water fight often breaks out to finish the ride, so nobody stays clean and nobody minds. It is all part of the fun.
Free Hotel Pick-Up from Evrenseki
No hire car, no directions, no stress. We include free hotel pick-up and drop-off for guests staying in Evrenseki. Your driver collects you from your hotel or a nearby meeting point, whisks you out to the trailhead and brings you home again afterwards. All you have to do is be ready, dressed for dust and up for a laugh.
Booking and Paying on the Day
Booking is refreshingly simple and low-risk. You reserve your seats free online with no prepayment, and you pay the guide directly on the day of the safari. Booking direct means the best price with no middleman markup, and the price you see is live and up to date. Reserve early to lock in your preferred day, especially in busy periods, but rest easy knowing your card is not charged in advance.
Want to compare the full range of adventures near your resort first? Take a look at everything on offer on our tours page. If you are curious about how the buggy experience works in more detail, our main buggy safari overview covers the machines, the trails and the gear.
Quick Questions Before You Book
Do I need a driving licence? No. No licence or previous experience is needed. The briefing and practice lap get you ready, and beginners drive every day.
Can two of us share one buggy? Yes. Two people share a single buggy for one price and can swap the driving between you.
Is it suitable for families? Yes. The roll cage and shared cabin make it a great choice for families who want the adults driving with everyone together.
Will I get dirty? Almost certainly, and that is the idea. Wear old clothes and closed shoes and be ready for dust, mud and a splash or two.
How do I pay? You reserve free online and pay the guide on the day at the best direct price.
Based nearby and comparing spots? Guests in neighbouring resorts can join the same off-road fun from Side or from Kumköy, with the same free pick-up and pay-on-the-day booking.
Ready to swap the beach for the trail? Reserve your Evrenseki buggy safari free online now, keep your cash for the day, and get set for a dusty, splashy adventure through the Taurus foothills.