The 7 Quad Bike Safaris in Crete That Earn Their Price

1.From Rethymno: Half-Day Quad Bike Safari

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

Drive automatic quads from Rethymno into the Maroulas mountains, across dusty tracks, shallow water, roads, and winding trails. Guides such as Nikolas and Jorgos lead the route, with stops at a mountain viewpoint, Café Gidospito by Lake Potami, and Prassies. Quads are normally shared unless you book separately.

“Very cool experience, we switched the driver every single “pause”. t The guide was really kind and well explained all the infos. He really take care of all the group, maybe the cost of the photo at the end was a little too high”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,004 reviews

Join Stan and the Quad Safari Peninsula team for a 3.5-hour ride from Agia Pelagia through olive country, Achlada’s abandoned village, and Fodele, birthplace of El Greco. You’ll learn to handle the quad, taste local oil and honey, and stop for views and orange juice.

“Mr Sexy was amazing. A great experience. a must do”

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3.Agia Pelagia Quad Safari to Discover the Authentic Crete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 877 reviews Top rated

Spend 3.5 hours riding supervised ATVs from Agia Pelagia through quiet coastal tracks and mountain roads. Guides such as Stan and Elyes share local stories at Achlada, then lead you to Fodele, El Greco’s birthplace. Expect easy riding, scenic stops, dust, and time for orange juice or local shopping.

“Very Good. In Germany we say tip top. Guides were very funny. I would recommend to everyone. Bring sunglasses or something to protect your eyes from dust.”

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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, villages, dirt tracks, and small gorges near Georgioupolis. Guides such as Erion lead the route, give a careful practice session, and stop at traditional and modern olive oil mills. You’ll need a driving license, and expect dust, views, and plenty of riding.

“the Georgioupolis Half-Day Quad ATV Safari is a must do for anyone visiting the Chania area. Whether you’re an experienced rider or a first-timer, this tour offers an incredible mix of adventure, natural beauty, and cultural insights. I highly recommend it and can’t wait to do it again!”

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5.Quad Safari Off-Road Tour

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

Spend about eight hours riding new CF450cc or CF520cc quads from Malia through olive groves, mountain tracks, villages, and beaches. Your guide provides beginner training, helmets, fuel, insurance, photo stops, an olive oil tasting, Milatos Cave, and lunch back in Malia.

“Amazing day start to finish. Worth every penny. Tour guides excellent. I was on my own and made very welcome by others on the tour, loved it.”

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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 an ATV through Crete’s mountain tracks, olive groves, vineyards, and seaside villages. Your English-speaking guide provides a safety briefing, water, scenic stops, and hotel transfers from resorts around Malia, Hersonissos, Sissi, and nearby towns.

“Fantastic, from start to finish it was great. Nice stop off first of all to a harbour where the guide fuelled us up with a complimentary bottle of water and took some nice pictures. Then went onto our next stop at an olive oil factory where they talked through the process of how they make the olive oil and their olives and the different items they produce. Then we went up to a lovely remote cliff side where you overlooked a lovely view and again the guide took some lovely pictures and allowed lots of time to take your own, finished off with a picturesque sunset view near the sea…”

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

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

Drive an ATV through Crete’s mountain roads, rough tracks, villages, and coast near Agia Pelagia. You’ll receive a safety lesson, helmet, fuel, and free action photos, with time to explore Achlada, view Fodele Beach, and visit El Greco’s village.

“We did not get picked up after waiting 30 minutes we called and canceled. Very unhappy and unsatisfied as this was a special trip for not only our honeymoon but my husbands birthday. Would never recommend!”

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