Staying in Kızılağaç and looking for a proper dose of dust and adrenaline? A quad safari is one of the easiest half-day adventures to organise from your hotel, and Kızılağaç sits in an ideal spot for it. Tucked into the Side-Manavgat corridor, the resort is only a short hop from the Taurus foothills where the off-road trails begin. This guide covers what the ride is actually like, how pickup works, who it suits, and how to book without paying a penny upfront.
Why Kızılağaç is a good base for a quad safari
Kızılağaç is a quiet, family-friendly resort just inland from the coast between Side and Manavgat. That location matters: the quad trails run through the wooded hills a short drive north of the shoreline, so you are close to the action without a long transfer. Because pickup is included, the logistics are handled for you — you simply enjoy the ride out and the adventure at the other end.
How hotel pickup works
Pickup and drop-off from your Kızılağaç hotel are free. A vehicle collects you from your accommodation or a nearby meeting point and brings you back afterwards. Tours generally run in the morning or the afternoon, and the whole outing — transfer, briefing, ride and water fight — usually takes around half a day. We will not quote an exact clock time here, because pickup is arranged around your hotel and the day's schedule; you will be given your window when you book.
What the trails are like
Once you reach the base, this is genuine off-road terrain in the Taurus foothills inland from the coast. Expect dusty forest tracks, muddy bends and shallow water crossings that splash up over the wheels. You ride your own single-seat quad (ATV) — one rider per machine — so you are always in control of your own throttle. A lead guide sets the pace at the front and a sweep guide follows at the back, keeping the whole group together and safe on the trail.
Safety, and total beginners
You do not need a driving licence or any previous experience. Every tour opens with a safety briefing and a practice lap on easy ground, so you get a feel for the controls before the real trails begin. Helmets and goggles are provided. The guides ride at a pace the group can handle, so nervous first-timers and confident riders both get on well. If you have never touched a quad in your life, this is a great place to start.
Who it suits
Quad safaris are a hit with couples, groups of friends and active families. Because you drive solo, each rider has their own machine — great fun for adventurous teens and adults alike. It is dusty, splashy and lively rather than extreme, which makes it an ideal shared outing when everyone wants to try something new together.
What to wear and bring
- Old clothes you don't mind ruining — it is dusty and muddy, and there is often a water fight at the end.
- Closed shoes — trainers rather than sandals or flip-flops.
- A change of clothes and a towel for afterwards.
- Sunglasses, sun cream and a little water.
Leave anything you can't afford to get wet or dusty back at the hotel.
The water fight finish
Most rides wrap up with a good-natured water fight, which is exactly why we suggest old clothes. It is the traditional way to end an Antalya quad safari — expect to arrive back soaked, grinning and covered in dust.
When it runs
Quad safaris operate for most of the year thanks to the mild climate along the Side-Manavgat coast, so you can usually find a spot whichever month you are visiting Kızılağaç.
How to book
Booking is refreshingly simple. You get the best price by booking direct, and there is no prepayment — reserve your place free online and pay the guide on the day. No card details, no deposit, no risk. For full details, prices and dates for your stay, see the Kızılağaç quad safari page, or browse all our tours to compare options. Reserve early in busy months to lock in your preferred day, then just turn up ready to get muddy.