Side Buggy Safari – Off-Road Driving among Pines and Olive Groves
An automatic buggy with a protective steel frame, roughly 20 km of dirt roads between pines and olive trees, puddles, streams and a river break – a half-day adventure from Side with helmet, instructor and transfer.
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Operating days
- Daily
- Pickup
- Flexible – confirmed after booking
- Destination
- Side & Manavgat
The Side buggy safari is off-road driving for anyone who likes a solid frame around the seat. Our buggies sit lower than a quad, carry a sturdy steel frame over the cockpit and have an automatic gearbox, so your attention stays on the track instead of the gears. The route climbs into the Taurus foothills of the Manavgat district, right next to Side: dirt roads between pine and olive trees, puddles that send mud flying, shallow streams and the occasional steep bend.
From the safari station into the hills
After the transfer from your hotel or holiday home in Side, expert guides at the safari station show you how the buggy works, how to drive it safely and what the terrain has in store. A test drive follows, and then the convoy sets off. The drive covers some 20 km and takes around two hours, depending on how fast the group moves. Along the way the guides stop by the river so you can wade into the water, take photos and catch your breath, and the countryside café sells snacks and cold drinks.
Solo, as a pair or as a family
Drive a buggy on your own or take a passenger beside you; four-seat family buggies are available too – just ask when booking. The safari runs all year round with four groups a day, from an early morning start to a sunset drive, so it never costs you a whole beach day. Because it is a short tour, no meal is included.
The exact pickup time is confirmed after booking. Prefer the motorbike feeling? Book the Side quad safari. Or pair the buggy with white water on the rafting and buggy safari from Side.
Highlights
- Automatic off-road buggy with a protective steel frame
- Roughly 20 km between pine and olive trees
- Puddles, mud and shallow stream crossings
- River break for a paddle, photos and a rest
- Single, double and four-seat family buggies
- Four groups a day, all year round
Itinerary
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08:30 / 10:30 / 13:30 / 15:30
Hotel pickup
Transfer from Side and Manavgat in one of four groups, from early morning to sunset.
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Safari station
How the buggy works, safe driving and the terrain – then a test drive.
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Buggy safari
Some 20 km (around two hours) on dirt roads, through puddles and shallow streams.
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River break
Wade into the water, take photos and rest; snacks at the countryside café.
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12:30 / 14:30 / 17:30 / 19:30
Drop-off
Back at your hotel in the Side area.
Included / Not included
Included
- Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or holiday home in the Side area
- Guide and instructor
- Helmet
- Off-road buggy for the safari
Not included
- Drinks
- Photos and DVD
- Meals and snacks
- Sunglasses and bandana (available from the guide)
Packages & options
Single buggy (1 driver)
You drive on your own
Double buggy (2 people)
Driver and one passenger
Good to know
Good to know
- The exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
- Expect dust and mud – dress for it.
- Travelling with children? Tell us their ages when booking and we will help you choose the right buggy.
- Four-seat family buggies on request.
What to bring
- Dust- and mud-proof clothing
- Shoes or sandals you don’t mind getting dirty
- Sunglasses and a bandana
- Swimwear and towel for the river
Frequently asked questions
Buggy or quad – what is the difference?
A buggy sits lower, has a steel frame around the seats and an automatic gearbox, so it feels more like a small car. A quad is closer to riding a motorbike.
How long is the buggy safari?
The drive covers about 20 km and lasts roughly two hours; with transfers and breaks the tour takes around four hours.
Can two people share a buggy?
Yes, you can drive alone or with a passenger next to you. Four-seat family buggies are available as well – ask when booking.
Is there a sunset drive?
Yes. Besides the early morning, morning and midday groups there is a sunset group every day.
Is a meal included?
No, the tour is short and leaves the rest of your day free. Snacks and drinks are sold at the countryside café during the break.
