Heraklion Safaris — the 5 We Would Book

1.5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 941 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $107Our pick

Spend about five hours exploring the countryside around Heraklion with Creta Quad Safari. Choose a quad, automatic 1000cc buggy, Monster 800cc, or Jeep, then follow a guide through Karteros Gorge, villages, olive groves, a historic cave, and a beach stop. Pickup is available from Heraklion, the port, and nearby resorts.

“If you want to experience the beauty of Crete, there is no better way than to take this Quad ride through the mountains, the beach and many other fantastic stops along the way. I'm 62 years old and never did a quad or ATV ride before and this excursion did not disappoint. I felt safe every step of the way. This is a family run business and the Fournaris family was super fun to have our adventure with! We came in as customers and left as family! The stop for lunch at a Greek taverna was delicious and fun. The Fournaris family were the perfect hosts picking us up at…”

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2.Land Rover Safari with Sunset Viewing, Dinner, & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 395 reviews · 6 hours · from $99

Spend six hours with a small group of up to eight, riding into Crete’s mountains with guides such as George, Kosta, Chris, or Yiannis. Visit quiet villages, taste raki and olive oil, stop for prosecco and fruit at sunset, then eat a traditional taverna dinner with unlimited wine and possible Greek dancing.

“It was absolutely incredible. Highly recommend. The highlight of our trip. Had the most lovely experience tasting the oils and olives. Food was delicious and the scenery was memorising. Had the best time.”

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3.Full-Day Jeep Safari Tour with Cooking Lesson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 284 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $111

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring rural Crete by 4WD, from Potamies and Aposelemis Dam to Lasithi Plateau and Krasi. You will make cheese, cook local dishes, shape pottery, eat lunch with wine, and taste olive oil. Guides including Mario, Giannis, Nikos, and Vagelis have led lively departures.

“Amazing 👏 🤩. Excellent staff and always with a smile in face. Thank you for help us to discover Crete..”

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4.Quad Safari Wild Crete Evening Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 4 hours · from $89Best value

Drive a four-wheel quad from the Heraklion area toward Skotino Cave, Voritsi, an olive oil mill, and a mountain sunset. Guides such as Andreas and Harris keep the pace friendly and safe, while hotel pickup, equipment, fuel, water, and a snack are included. A valid car license held for over two years is required.

“Our guide, Harris was great and we LOVED the olive pil tour! The route was fun and we had the perfect amount of time at the stops. Would absolutely recommend!!”

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5.Quad Safari Wild Crete Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 148 reviews · 6 hours · from $99

Ride a quad from Hersonissos through coastal roads, olive groves, mountain tracks, and villages with guides such as Alex and Haris. The six-hour trip includes a monastery, Aposelemis Dam, olive oil tasting, a Cretan lunch, Agia Fotini Cave, and a beach swim. Hotel pickup, equipment, fuel, water, and lunch are included.

“Our guide was awesome and made the whole experience a lot of fun. He shared history of the places we visited, offered to take our photos at the highlights, and kept us in great spirits. First time driving an ATV and we want to do it again soon! It's not too hard to learn, after a couple short rides you get used to it. The local lunch was great as well and there was pickup/dropoff at our hotel. All included. Thanks for a great day!! Cheers from Canada 😃”

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