Quad Safari for Türkler Guests — Dust, Trails and a Water Fight
Staying along the Türkler strip, just west of Alanya? You are perfectly placed for one of the most hands-on adventures the whole coast has to offer. A quad safari swaps the sunbed for the saddle of your own single-seat ATV and points you inland, up into the Taurus foothills where the tarmac runs out and the fun begins. Dusty forest tracks, churned-up mud, shallow water crossings and a proper water fight to finish — this is the messy, grinning, thoroughly memorable side of an Antalya holiday, and it is only a short transfer from your hotel door.
Every ride runs from the Alanya base, with free hotel pick-up and drop-off included for Türkler guests. There is no long haul to reach the trails — the drive out to the off-road course is quick, so you spend your time riding rather than sitting in a minibus. Because we set out from Alanya, the same starting point serves neighbouring resorts too; if you have friends staying elsewhere, our Okurcalar quad safari and the wider Alanya quad safari depart from the exact same base.
What the Ride Is Actually Like
You ride your own quad — one machine per person, so there is no taking turns and no back-seat passenger unless a child rides with a parent. Once everyone is kitted out, the guides lead a short safety briefing and a practice lap on easy ground so you can get a feel for the throttle, the brakes and how the ATV handles before anything steep or slippery comes along. Nobody is thrown in at the deep end.
Out on the trail, a lead guide sets the pace at the front and a sweep guide follows at the back, so the whole group stays together and no one gets left behind. The route winds through pine forest and along dry riverbeds, kicking up clouds of red dust on the loose sections and splashing through shallow water and mud where the track dips. Expect around one to one-and-a-half hours of riding time on a typical safari, give or take, with a pause or two to catch your breath and take in the view over the foothills.
The finish is a tradition all its own: a water fight. By the time you roll back in, you will be dusty, wet, laughing and already planning the next lap. It is cheeky, it is soaking, and it is exactly why people book this over a quieter day trip.
The Terrain and the Combos
The core experience is off-road quad biking on genuine trails — not a flat car park loop. If you want to pack more into one day, the quad pairs beautifully with other Taurus adventures. Popular combinations bring together the ATV with:
- White-water rafting on the Köprülü (Koprucay) river, a grade II–III run with splashy rapids and calm swimming stretches
- A canyon zipline, soaring over the gorge on a steel cable
- Canyoning, scrambling, sliding and jumping through the rock pools
- A Taurus jeep safari, bouncing up mountain tracks in an open 4x4
Combos are arranged as ready-made packages or put together on request depending on the day and group — just ask when you book and we will tell you honestly what is running. Browse everything on our full tours list to see the current line-up.
Who It Suits — Including Total Beginners
Here is the good news for nervous first-timers: no previous experience is needed. 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. Quads are automatic, the controls are simple, and the practice lap plus the guided, paced format mean beginners get comfortable fast. If you can ride a bike or drive a bumper car, you can ride a quad here.
The safari suits couples, groups of friends, families with teens and solo adventurers alike. It is a brilliant shared holiday memory — the kind of day everyone talks about long after the tan has faded. Children can usually ride alongside an adult on a shared machine; tell us the ages in your group and we will sort the right arrangement. If you are after something gentler on the same trails, the jeep safari option keeps the scenery without the throttle.
What to Wear and Bring
You are going to get dusty and wet — embrace it. Wear:
- Old clothes you do not mind ruining — everything comes back a shade of trail-red
- Closed-toe shoes or trainers — no flip-flops or sandals
- A change of dry clothes and a towel for afterwards
- Sunglasses (goggles are provided, but handy for the transfer) and sun cream
- A little cash for drinks, snacks or a memento
Leave anything precious that hates dust and water back at the hotel. A waterproof pouch for your phone is a smart shout if you want photos.
Safety and Gear
Safety comes first, always. Helmets and goggles are provided for every rider, and the briefing covers throttle control, braking, keeping your line and following the guide. The two-guide system — one leading, one sweeping — means someone is watching over the group at both ends throughout the ride. The pace is set to the group, so you are never pushed faster than you are ready for. Ride sensibly, follow your guides, and it is as safe as an adrenaline day gets.
Booking — Best Price Direct, Pay on the Day
Booking direct is the smart move. You get the best price direct, and there is no prepayment required — reserve your spot free online and simply pay the guide on the day. No card details up front, no risk if plans shift. Give us your Türkler hotel name and your group details, and the free pick-up is sorted from there.
Because we run from the Alanya base, spots on the quad safari are shared across the strip, so popular days can fill — reserving ahead secures your machines and your pick-up. Have a look at the live price and available dates on the tours page whenever you are ready.
Quick Questions
Do I need a driving licence? No experience is needed — the briefing and practice lap get everyone up to speed. Nobody is turned away over paperwork. Whoever can handle the vehicle confidently drives it, and everyone else covers the identical route as a passenger, for the same price.
What time is pick-up? Safaris generally head out in the morning or afternoon and bring you back a few hours later. We will confirm your window when you book, based on your Türkler hotel.
Is it free pick-up from Türkler? Yes — free hotel pick-up and drop-off are included from the Türkler strip.
Will I really get wet? Very likely, yes — there are shallow water crossings on the trail and a water fight at the end. Bring a change of clothes.
Can beginners do it? Absolutely. Most riders on any given day are first-timers, and the paced, guided format is built for them.
How long is the ride? Riding time is usually around one to one-and-a-half hours; the combos run longer once the rafting, zipline or jeep leg is added.
Ready to trade the sunbed for a saddle? Reserve your Türkler quad safari now — free to book, free pick-up, and you pay the guide on the day. Check the live price and dates on our tours page and get set for a dusty, splashy Taurus adventure.