Adventure Quad Bike Safari (AQS) Tours: The Complete Guide for Ayia Napa Visitors

If you’re staying in Ayia Napa and looking for an adrenaline-filled way to see the wild side of Cyprus’s east coast, the Adventure Quad Bike Safari (AQS) is one of the most popular off-road excursions in the area. Riders head off the beaten track through dirt trails, dry riverbeds, and countryside, with plenty of stops for photos along the way. Here’s everything you need to know before you book.

What is the AQS Quad Bike Safari?

The AQS tour is a guided off-road quad biking excursion that takes small groups away from the coastal resorts and into the Cypriot countryside. Expect a mix of dirt tracks, open fields, and scenic viewpoints, with an experienced guide leading the convoy and keeping an eye on safety throughout.

Tours typically run for around 2.5 to 3 hours, and riders can choose between a single quad or a double/tandem quad for two people sharing. Helmets and basic safety briefings are provided before setting off, and no previous quad biking experience is required, though a full or provisional driving licence is usually needed for the rider in control of the bike.

Who Can Take Part?

• Solo riders, couples, and groups of friends
• Families with older children (usually as a passenger on a tandem quad rather than driving solo — age limits vary by operator, so check when booking)
• A valid driving licence is generally required for anyone driving a quad independently

Getting There from Ayia Napa

One of the most common questions from tourists staying in Ayia Napa is how to actually get to the safari meeting point. The good news is that most AQS-style quad tours operating in the area are based only a short drive from Ayia Napa town centre, generally in the countryside toward Cape Greco or the outskirts of Paralimni/Kapparis.

Pickup or Self-Drive?

Many quad safari operators in the area include hotel pickup and drop-off as part of the package, which is the easiest option if you don’t have a hire car. If you’d rather drive yourself, the meeting point is usually only 10–20 minutes from most Ayia Napa hotels, with free parking available on-site.

If you’re planning to rent a car for your stay to make getting to activities like this easier, our friends at Julianna Car Rental in nearby Kapparis offer a straightforward local hire option for visitors.

Approximate Pricing

Prices for quad bike safaris in the Ayia Napa/Protaras area typically fall into the following rough ranges (always confirm current pricing when booking, as rates can vary by season and operator):

• Single quad (1 rider): approximately €55–€75 per person
• Double/tandem quad (2 riders sharing): approximately €80–€110 per quad
• Some tours offer a discounted rate for a second passenger riding pillion rather than driving

Prices usually include helmet hire, fuel, guide, and hotel pickup where offered. Always double-check what’s included before booking, and ask about any minimum age or height requirements for younger family members.

Best Time to Go

Quad safaris run from spring through autumn, with most operators offering both morning and afternoon departures. Morning tours are cooler