Quad Safari from Sorgun: swap the pine shade for dust and trails
Sorgun is all cool pine forest, quiet coves and long resort days by the pool. Lovely for a while, but if you've got a bit of adventure in you, there's a dustier world waiting just inland. A Sorgun Quad Safari takes you off the sun loungers and onto your own single-seat ATV, roaring along off-road tracks in the foothills of the Taurus mountains. It's one of the easiest, most hands-on adventures you can do from this corner of the Side–Manavgat coast, and you don't need any experience to have a brilliant time.
The idea is simple. We pick you up from your hotel in Sorgun for free, drive a short way to the trailhead behind the coast, kit you out with a helmet and goggles, run through a friendly safety briefing and a practice lap, and then set you loose on the trails behind a lead guide. A couple of hours of dust, mud and grins later, you're back at the base, usually soaked from a cheeky water fight, and on your way back to your hotel. No fuss, no fuss, no wasted day.
The ride from Sorgun and what the trails are like
Once you're off the tarmac, the landscape changes fast. The trails wind through dusty forest tracks, tackle muddy bends that spray the rider behind you, and dip through shallow water and river crossings where the spray comes right up over the wheels. The ground is a proper mix, packed dirt one minute, loose and rutted the next, with the occasional splash to keep you honest. This is the real appeal of quad biking here: it feels genuinely off-road without ever being frightening.
A lead guide rides at the front and sets the pace for the whole group, so nobody is left to guess how fast to go. A second sweep guide follows at the back, keeping an eye on stragglers and making sure the group stays together. That means you can push on where you feel confident and ease off where you don't, always within a pace the guides control. Beginners quickly relax once they realise they're never expected to keep up with anyone but the guide in front.
Expect the whole outing to take around two to three hours including the ride, plus the short transfer each way. Tours run as morning or afternoon departures, and you're back at your hotel a few hours later, so you've still got the rest of the day to enjoy Sorgun's beach and pines.
Who it suits, and a word for beginners
Quad safaris are wonderfully accessible. You steer with the handlebars, control your speed with a thumb throttle and squeeze a brake, and that's honestly most of it. There's no driving licence or prior experience needed to ride a quad here, which is exactly why it works so well for holidaymakers who've never touched an ATV before.
It's a great shout for couples, groups of friends and families who fancy doing something together beyond the beach. Every adult rides their own single-seat quad. Children ride pillion with an adult, or in a linked buggy where that option is offered, so younger members of the family can join the fun without driving. If you're travelling with kids, mention their ages when you book and we'll advise on the best set-up.
If you enjoy this one, it's an easy hop to try the trails from neighbouring resorts too. Guests often pair it with a Side Quad Safari or a run from nearby Titreyengöl Quad Safari, both riding the same off-road country just behind this stretch of coast.
What to wear and bring
Here's the honest truth: you are going to get dusty, and quite possibly muddy and wet too. That's the whole point. So dress for it rather than against it.
- Old clothes you don't mind trashing. Dust settles into everything and mud doesn't always wash straight out. Leave the white outfit at the hotel.
- Closed shoes. Trainers or old closed shoes are ideal. No flip-flops or sandals, your feet need to be protected and planted on the footrests.
- Sunglasses aren't essential because goggles are provided, but bring them for the transfer if you like.
- A change of clothes and a towel left in your bag for afterwards, especially if there's a water fight at the end.
- Sun cream and a bottle of water for the warmer months.
Helmets and goggles are handed out at the base, so you don't need to bring any gear of your own. Just turn up ready to get mucky.
How free hotel pickup from Sorgun works
Free hotel pick-up and drop-off from Sorgun is included in every booking. Because Sorgun sits right in the Side–Manavgat corridor, it's a short and easy transfer to the trailhead. When you book, you tell us your hotel, and we arrange for you to be collected on the day of your tour.
Pickups run as morning or afternoon departures depending on the session you choose. We'll confirm your arrangements with you, so all you have to do is be ready in your hotel lobby at the agreed time with your old clothes on and your closed shoes laced. After the ride, you're dropped straight back at your hotel. No hire cars, no taxis, no working out where the base is, it's all handled.
Safety and the gear
Adventure and safety go hand in hand on our trails. Every tour begins with a proper safety briefing that walks you through the controls, the hand signals and how to ride sensibly in a group. Then you get a practice lap to find your feet before the trail proper, so nobody heads out cold.
You'll wear a helmet and goggles throughout, both provided. The lead guide controls the pace and the sweep guide brings up the rear, which keeps the whole group moving safely as one. Ride within your comfort zone, follow the guide's line, and you'll be absolutely fine. The trails are designed to be exciting rather than dangerous, which is why families and first-timers do this every day.
Booking: best price direct, and pay on the day
Booking is refreshingly simple and there's no prepayment. You reserve your spot online for free, and you pay your guide on the day once you're there. That means no card details handed over up front and no risk of paying for a tour you haven't taken.
Because you're booking direct with the operator with no middleman, you get the best price without an agency mark-up on top. For the current rate and available dates, take a look at the live booking price on our tours page, which always shows the up-to-date figure rather than a number that might be out of date.
A few quick questions before you go
Do I need experience or a licence?
No. There's no licence and no experience required for the quads. The briefing and practice lap get you ready, and the guides set a pace anyone can follow.
How long does it take?
Plan for around two to three hours including the ride, plus the short transfer each way from Sorgun. You'll be back at your hotel a few hours after pickup.
Can children come along?
Yes. Adults ride their own single-seat quad, and children ride pillion with an adult, or in a linked buggy where that's offered. Let us know ages when you book.
What if I've never done anything like this?
Then you're exactly who these trails are made for. Most riders on any given day are complete first-timers, and they finish grinning.
Does it run all year?
The safari runs most of the year, weather permitting. If conditions ever look unsuitable, we'll let you know.
So if you're staying in Sorgun and the pines and pool have you itching for a bit of dust and adrenaline, this is your afternoon. Reserve your Sorgun Quad Safari online for free, pay your guide on the day, and get ready for dusty trails, muddy bends and a water fight to finish. Check the live price and dates on our tours page and book your ride today.