Where to Book Quad Bike Safaris in Crete — Our Top 15

1.From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,444 reviews · 4 hours · from $70Our pick

This four-hour Discovery Safaris trip takes you from Rethymno into the Maroulas mountains by automatic quad bike. You will ride roads, gravel tracks, shallow water, and technical off-road sections, stopping for views, coffee at Café Gidospito, and a snack near Prassies. Guides including Nikolas and Jorgos are known for clear safety briefings and careful pacing.

“I can only recommend the workshop! It was super interesting and really fun. We were greeted with tea and something to eat, which tasted very delicious. After that it went on and we made two rings. Everything was explained to us and we could also ask questions. It was a great experience :)”

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2.Quad Safari, Olive Mill with Tasting & Ghost Village

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,004 reviews

Drive a two-person quad from Peninsula Resort with guide Stan or his multilingual team. After a safety lesson, follow off-road paths above Agia Pelagia to an olive mill, abandoned Achlada, and Fodele, El Greco’s birthplace. Expect sea views, local honey and olive oil tasting, village history, and a freshly squeezed orange juice stop.

“I liked the activity as we got even given a tour which was a nice surprise. Our tour guide Vangelis was very welcoming and made the whole experience amazing.”

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3.Agia Pelagia Quad Safari to Discover the Authentic Crete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 877 reviews Top rated

Ride a supervised quad from Agia Pelagia through quiet coastal tracks and mountain roads to Achlada’s abandoned village and Fodele, El Greco’s birthplace. Guides such as Stan and Elyes add local stories and humor. Expect easy driving, big views, an olive stop, orange juice, and some paved roads rather than nonstop off-road action.

“Very fun but also responsible guide. A nice overview of the Cretan in-land that are less touristic. The guide knew all the good viewpoints which was very enjoyable.”

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4.Georgioupolis Quad ATV Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 714 reviews · 4 hours · from $76

Drive a two-person quad through mountain roads, small villages, gorges, and countryside above Georgioupolis. Your guide, often Erion or another member of the local team, leads a small group, provides safety practice, and stops at traditional and modern olive oil mills for a tasting. A driving license is required.

“Perfect experience. You simply have to see it for yourself. The quads were very fun, the guides did the utmost to ensure everyone’s safety and the sights along the way were stunning.”

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5.Quad Safari Off-Road Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 549 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

You’ll ride a new CF450cc or 520cc quad from Malia through olive groves, vineyards, mountain tracks, Milatos Cave, fishing villages, and Potamos Beach. Guides provide beginner instruction, helmets, fuel, insurance, photos, and lunch. Drivers must be 23 to 65 with a full license held for at least two years.

“The guides are awesome, the tour is amazing. I just wished we went to the beach AFTER going on the dirt road, so at least we could clean up easily.”

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6.Off-Road Quad Safari Evening Tour with Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 474 reviews · 4 hours · from $67Best value

Spend four hours riding a guided ATV route through Crete’s mountains, olive groves, vineyards, villages, and coastal viewpoints. You’ll get a beginner briefing, hotel transfer, helmet, fuel, water, and an olive oil tasting. The small group is limited to eight, with optional 450 cc and 650 cc quad upgrades.

“Amazing fun, and he quad bikes was one of the way trips I’ve ever done. If you come here, this trip is a must!”

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7.Quad Safari Tour – Explore The Wild Side of Crete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 410 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

Ride an ATV through Crete’s back roads with guides such as George, stopping in the near-abandoned mountain village of Achlada, beside Fodele Beach, and in El Greco’s village. The 3.5-hour trip includes fuel, helmets, a driving lesson, and free action photos. You need a valid car driving license.

“Good mix of on and off road riding. Very interesting places visited with breath taking views of the coastline e.”

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8.Quad ATV Safari from Georgioupolis Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 227 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $78

You’ll ride a two-person ATV from Georgioupolis, Kalyves, or Almyrida through village roads, olive groves, mountain tracks, and river areas. English-speaking guides such as Erion, Odyss, and Nicos lead the route, with safety practice, helmets, scenic stops, coffee, and visits to old and modern olive oil facilities included.

“We had the best experience with our two wonderful guides. We booked last minute and they were so accommodating. This is the only way to see the Cretan countryside. And the stops we made along the way were so cool. Plus we got to cruise around on a super cool ATV all day. 100/10! This is a must do while in Crete.”

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9.Bali Rethymno Panormo half day quad safari adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 143 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $114

Drive a well-kept quad from Bali through olive groves, country roads, and off-road tracks, following a guide toward Melidoni Cave or Tsika Lario pottery village. The four-hour outing includes a helmet, water, snacks, and tour photos. A B-class driving licence is required, and the group can include up to 16 people.

“This was an excellent and enjoyable experience. The gentleman was polite, friendly and professional. The quad was in excellent condition and I was shown clearly how to operate it although I had never driven one before. Overall we really enjoyed it.”

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10.Malia: Off-Road Quad Safari Tour with Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 137 reviews · 6 hours · from $89

Spend six hours driving or sharing a quad through Crete’s olive groves, vineyards, mountain tracks, and coastal roads. Guides including Nikos and Andrej lead the route, with stops in Vrachasi, Neapolis, and Sisi for coffee, swimming, photos, and a traditional meal. Bring shoes, swimwear, sunglasses, and clothes you do not mind getting dusty.

“Really enjoyed every bit of it would highly recommend if your in Greece”

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11.From Rethymno: Half-Day Off-Road Buggy Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 133 reviews · 4 hours · from $100

Leave Rethymno for a four-hour buggy safari through Maroulas Mountain, shallow waters, rural tracks, and traditional villages. You’ll stop for panoramic views, coffee at a kafeneion in Gidospito, and a snack in Prassies. Hotel pickup, safety equipment, water, and a sandwich are included. Drivers must be at least 21.

“Great scenery and a good way to spend a morning. Highly recommend.”

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12.Hersonissos: ATV Quad Bike Safari in the Mountains of Crete

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · from $107

Drive an automatic 300 to 600cc quad from Hersonissos into Crete’s hills with a professional English or Greek speaking guide. Follow quiet roads through olive groves, villages, riverbeds, and mountain tracks, stop for raki and snacks, and share a home-cooked meal at a local tavern. Andreas may lead the tour.

“Honestly, if you're thinking about booking this tour.. do it, you won't regret it! it was absolutely magical and Andreas really is the best guide. For those who like active adventures you will be pleased and challenged. Those who like to sit back and enjoy the stunning views, you'll have the best pictures and videos. Quads are super comfy and safe, all automatic, great value for money as we were out for 5 hours. The taverna for dinner is intimate and all freshly grown produce. Tasted excellent! Lastly a special thank you to Andreas, very charismatic, a story teller, cheeky and very funny. Aside from the sunset views, punchy quads,…”

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13.Quad Safari Off-Road Evening Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $78

Join Safari Experts Crete at 4:00 pm for a six-hour evening quad ride from Malia. You’ll receive safety instruction, helmet, fuel, insurance, and a beginner-friendly lesson before riding to Prophet Elias, an olive oil factory, Milatos Cave, Sissi, and Potamos Beach. Dinner is included at the end.

“We had the best time doing this. The staff were all amazing and really made the experience perfect. I totally recommend to anyone”

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14.Quad Safari from Platanias of Chania

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 64 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $82

Drive a CFMoto 450 ATV from Kolymbari through mountain tracks, olive groves, forests, villages, and coastal roads near Chania. Guide Adrian leads the group, provides safety instruction, and shares local stories. The route includes Manoliopoulo, Voukolies, Afrata, Kolymbari, and Tavronitis. Pickup is free from nearby resorts, with paid port transfers.

“It was fantastic the tour guide was so nice He was patient and I don’t have any bad report on our experience”

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15.From Kolymbari: Ancient Diktyna & Hidden Beach Quad Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $117

Ride a quad from Kolymbari across the Rodopou Peninsula with guide Kostas or a fellow Adventure Beyond Chania guide. Expect a safety briefing, coastal views, rough tracks, Odigitria Monastery, Afrata Beach, Menies Beach, and Ancient Diktyna. The small group, capped at 10, suits first-time riders with moderate fitness.

“Such a beautiful way to see this side of Crete. Fantastic tour guide with a friendly and safe approach to quad biking for the first time! Stopping in the most beautiful spots with refreshments and stories of history. Thank you for a brilliant time!”

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