Quad Safari for Okurcalar Guests
Tucked neatly between Side and Alanya, Okurcalar sits right on the doorstep of some of the finest off-road country on the Turkish Riviera. Behind the long sandy beaches and the strip of all-inclusive resorts, the land climbs quickly into the Taurus foothills, where forest tracks, dust clouds and shallow water crossings replace the poolside sun loungers. A quad safari is the fastest, dustiest and most grin-inducing way to swap the resort routine for a proper dose of adventure. You ride your own single-seat ATV, follow a guide along winding trails, and come back caked in dust with a story to tell.
This tour is built with Okurcalar holidaymakers in mind. We include free hotel pick-up and drop-off, and the ride departs from our Alanya base, roughly a short hop east along the coast. You don't need to arrange transport, hire a car or find the trailhead yourself — the driver collects you from your hotel, and a few hours later you're back with plenty of daylight left for the beach or the buffet.
What the Ride Is Like
Every quad safari starts the same sensible way: a full safety briefing followed by a practice lap on flat ground. This is where you get the feel of the throttle, the brakes and the steering before you tackle anything trickier. Nobody is thrown in at the deep end. Once the group is comfortable, a lead guide sets the pace out front while a second sweep guide follows at the back, so no rider is ever left behind or pushed faster than they want to go.
The trails themselves run inland from the coast into the Taurus foothills. Expect dusty forest tracks that twist between pine trees, rutted farm lanes, gentle climbs and the odd patch of mud and shallow water to splash through. It's a real off-road environment — bumpy, dusty and hugely good fun — rather than a tame lap of a car park. The scenery shifts from cultivated valleys to open pine woodland, and there are usually a couple of stops to catch your breath, take photos and let the dust settle. More often than not, the whole thing ends with a cheerful water fight, so don't be surprised if you arrive back soaked as well as dusty.
Who It Suits and Complete Beginners
The honest answer is: almost everyone. You need no previous experience — the practice lap and the guides are there precisely so that first-timers can start with confidence. Off-road means safety first. After the briefing the guides see who is comfortable at the controls, and everyone else enjoys the same route from the passenger seat at the same price. If you've never touched an ATV in your life, this is a great place to begin. The single-seat quads are straightforward to operate, and the guided format means you're always following a set line at a manageable speed.
It suits couples, groups of friends, and families with older children keen for a proper adventure. Solo travellers fit in easily too, since everyone rides together as a group. If you're after something with less bounce for the very young, or a combined day out, take a look at the wider range on our tours page — there's a mix of buggy, jeep and combo options alongside the classic quad run.
What to Wear and Bring
- Clothes you don't mind ruining — dust and mud are guaranteed, and the water fight will finish the job. Old shorts or trousers and a t-shirt are ideal.
- Closed shoes — trainers or old shoes, never flip-flops or sandals.
- Sunglasses or the provided goggles — the goggles keep the dust out; wear them.
- A change of dry clothes and a towel for the ride home.
- Sun cream and water — the foothills get hot and exposed.
- A secured camera or phone — ideally a waterproof case or a strap, given the dust and the splashing.
Helmets and goggles are provided as standard, so you don't need to bring your own protective gear.
Free Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off
Pick-up from your Okurcalar hotel is included at no extra cost. Tours generally run in the morning or the early afternoon, with the driver collecting you a little beforehand and dropping you back a few hours later — durations vary with the group and the traffic, so we give approximate timings rather than fixed clock times. When you book, we'll confirm the arrangements and roughly when to be ready in your hotel lobby. Because we depart from the Alanya base, Okurcalar guests are well placed on the transfer route.
Safety and Gear
Safety is built into how the day runs, not bolted on afterwards. The briefing covers how to ride, how to signal, how to keep a safe gap from the quad in front, and what to do on the water crossings. Helmets and goggles are handed out before you set off, the practice lap lets you find your feet, and the two-guide system — leader in front, sweep at the rear — keeps the whole group together and moving at a sensible pace. You control your own throttle throughout, so you decide how spirited your ride is within the group's rhythm.
Booking — Reserve Free, Pay on the Day
Booking direct with us gets you the best price, and there's no prepayment required. You reserve your spot free online, and simply pay the guide on the day of the tour. There's no card charge in advance and no deposit to lose — a straightforward, low-risk way to lock in your adventure. If your plans change, that flexibility is on your side.
Fancy a Bigger Day Out? Try a Combo
The classic quad safari is brilliant on its own, but it also pairs beautifully with other Taurus adventures. Popular combos add white-water rafting on the Koprucay river in the Koprulu Canyon (grade II–III — splashy fun rather than terrifying), a canyon zipline soaring over the gorge, canyoning, or a Taurus jeep safari deeper into the mountains. These run as ready-made combo packages, and some pairings can be arranged on request — just ask when you book and we'll tell you honestly what's running on your dates.
Quad Safaris Near Okurcalar
Okurcalar sits handily between two of our busiest departure areas. If you're comparing options or travelling with friends staying nearby, our Alanya quad safari shares the same base and trails, while the neighbouring Avsallar quad safari covers the resorts just to the east. Wherever you're staying along this stretch of coast, the off-road country is the same superb Taurus terrain.
Quick Questions
Do I need a licence or experience? No experience needed. The practice lap and guides mean total beginners are welcome. It is not a paperwork question but a safety one. Guests who can handle the machine drive it themselves; anyone who cannot, or would rather not, rides the same route as a passenger for the same price.
Will I really get dusty and wet? Almost certainly — dust on the trail, water on the crossings, and a water fight to finish. Wear old clothes.
How long does it take? Plan for a few hours door to door, but treat that as an approximate range rather than a fixed schedule.
How do I pay? Reserve free online and pay the guide on the day — best price direct, no prepayment.
Ready to trade the sun lounger for a dust cloud? Reserve your Okurcalar quad safari now — free to book, free hotel pick-up, and you pay on the day. Browse everything on our tours page and pick your adventure.