6 Quad Bike Trips Worth Flying For

1.Volcanic Vistas & Puffin Paradise ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $216Our pick

Ride an automatic ATV across Heimaey with guides such as Victoria, Johann, Joanna, Mar, or Mari. The route combines Elephant Rock, Stórhöfði’s puffin colony, Eldfell’s lava fields, coastal views, and local shipwreck stories. Waterproof overalls, gloves, and helmets are included. Drivers need a license, and passengers must be at least 6.

“rain or shine…. this excursion is worth every penny! Mar was an excellent leader— she kept us safe, informed, and we had a blast riding with her.”

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2.ATV Zipline Tour from Tamarindo or Flamingo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $145

Combine an ATV ride through Guanacaste backroads with seven jungle ziplines, suspension bridges, and an optional tree climb. Guides such as Jason, Fernando, Cesar, and Alan have been praised for patient instruction and good humor. Hotel pickup is included from Tamarindo and Flamingo area locations, with fresh fruit and water provided.

“The start was a little confusing. I am not experienced at all. I thought I was riding with someone. Staff didn’t tell us what we needed to do at first. There was a big group who had just finished. The instructions for ATV were gone over really quickly. I didn’t know much about ATVing, so was nervous. I would have liked to know more about the terrain. I spent the first 1/2 of the ride scared we were going to do more than my experience. The ride back was great when I relaxed and realized I could trust the ATV and the terrain wouldn’t get harder than we had ridden.…”

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3.3 Hour ATV Secluded Beach Tour from Tamarindo, Flamingo, Conchal & Grande

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 54 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $125Cheapest here

You’ll drive a single or double ATV through Guanacaste’s forest, farmland, rivers, and dusty back roads to Playa Mina, Pirate Beach, and Puerto Viejo near Conchal. Guides such as Roberto, Jason, and Mike are praised for safety and friendly help. Expect swimming stops, wildlife, and plenty of mud, but not ATV riding on the sand.

“Such a great trip. So many beautiful beaches and great ATVs. Great guide as well. Would recommend to everyone.”

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4.ATV Tamarindo to Playa Flamingo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $140

You’ll ride a fully equipped Honda ATV from Tamarindo with a local bilingual guide, crossing mountain tracks, dirt roads, and beach trails on a roughly 50-kilometer route. Expect views toward the Pacific, stops near Puerto Viejo, Playa Minas, and Pirates Bay, plus time for a swim. Bring your driver’s license and a card for the group security deposit.

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6.Bird Creek: Chugach State Park ATV Nature Tour & Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 3 hours · from $265

Meet your English-speaking guide at Bird Valley Trailhead for a three-hour small-group ATV ride and waterfall hike. You’ll receive a safety briefing, helmet, glasses, water, and a snack before riding through Chugach State Park. Expect mountain views, Turnagain Arm, possible bear and eagle sightings, and a short hike to a waterfall fed by Bird Glacier.

“What an all around fun time! Beautiful scenery, even spotted bear on mountain across from us. Guide was very knowledgeable and made trip well worth it!”

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