Colombia · QUAD BIKES
Every trip has one free day too few. These 14 quad bike trips justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Leave Medellín for Llanogrande in Rionegro, practice on your ATV, then ride about two hours through country roads, forest paths, mud, and mountain scenery. Guides such as José, Diego, Faber, and Sebastián have helped riders of varying skill levels. Hotel transport takes about 45 minutes each way.
“Awesome experience, definitely worth it! The tour guide was very patient and the driver was amazing!”
Leave Parque Lleras at 8 a.m. for a guided ATV adventure south of Medellín. After training, ride mountain trails toward Río Buey, stop at a waterfall, enjoy fruit and a traditional Paisa lunch, and finish with an infinity-pool option. Guides including JJ, Gustavo, Juliana, and Martin lead small groups, with safety gear and transport included.
“Amazing experience! Our guide, JJ, was kind, hospitable, made everyone feel safe, if you're travelling solo he will make sure you feel included in the group. This tour also supports local businesses in the area and you get a feel for the real Antioquia! Couldn't recommend it more!”
Spend eight hours with guides such as Camilo and Juan Camilo, riding well-kept ATVs from Medellin into Barbosa. You will tackle road and dirt trails, visit coffee and avocado farms, stop at waterfalls and natural pools, and learn about local life. Transport, drinks, and snacks are included, with English and Spanish support.
“Camino was a great tour guide. He speaks both Spanish and English and takes time to explain every aspect of the tour. he is passionate and loves showing people his home town and culture. the tour itself is a great experience if you like hiking and ATM'S. The waterfall was beautiful and refreshing and you have heaps of time to enjoy yourself. The dont rush you and accustom to all your needs. Great experience and would do it again. Highly recommend!!”
Start at Cali Buggies in La Boquilla for a self-driven ATV buggy ride along the beach, across a bridge overlooking La Cienega, and through a local fishing village. Then trade the buggy for a horse and follow the coast. The tour lasts about two hours and ends where it begins.
“This was a great experience and I would absolutely do this one again. The on road and off road drive was awesome. Riding along the beach was amazing. The one downside was one of the buggies has some mechanical issues and we had to wait for 30 to 40 minutes wiRead more”
Leave Cartagena with guides including Charles, Louis, Rewin, and Charle for a 150-minute ATV trip over mountain trails, past rock formations, and onto the beach. You will stop for ocean views, photos, a traditional Colombian lunch, and a drink at a private tiki hut. Drivers must be at least 16.
“Espectacular a sido una de mis mejores experiencias, desde la calidad del trato hasta la comida. Los chicos Rewin y charle son extremadamente atentos en todo momento. Cada camino con hidratación, orientación sobre el lugar etc estuvieron en todo momento al pendiente. Si recomiendo que esta etapa no se la salten y si es con ellos el tours lo amarán. Gracias!”
Leave Medellín with a bilingual guide and ride a Yamaha or Honda 450cc 4x4 ATV through Guarne’s farms, forest trails, and open mountain roads. Stop at a waterfall for a swim, enjoy views toward the San Nicolas Valley, and visit a trout farm. Guides including Esteban, Faber, and Jerónimo help beginners and take photos along the way.
“Three important factors that made this trip excellent 1) the army of 4x4s to chose from in excellent condition and high end models, some new, as well as the option to ride motorcross (my choice) was really a great surprise 2) the guide, Esteban, was the utmost gentleman with me and my wife 3) the trails and scenery is what makes Colombia a true emerald in the world. 5 star experience”
Leave Medellín at 6:30 a.m. for a private, 10-hour outdoor day covering ATV trails near Rionegro, a forest horseback ride, and ziplining at Arví Natural Reserve. Guides such as David, Luis, Juan, and Steven have earned praise for good English, patience, and local insight. Lunch is not included, and the zipline walk can be tiring.
“My tour Guide Luis was awesome. He made sure I was taking care of, He's very kind and knowledgeable. Definitely recommend him.”
Leave Medellín by private vehicle for Rionegro, where a certified guide teaches you to handle an ATV before leading a one-hour ride through steep hills, valleys, and rural roads. The tour suits beginners and groups, includes hotel pickup, drop-off, and equipment, and has featured guides such as Philippe.
“The tour was scheduled for 2pm pick up but got pushed to 3:30 pick up. Got to the location and had to wait over an hour to get on the ATV because they were running behind so didn’t actually take the tour until dark. Would have loved to have seen more of the countryside in the daytime.”
Spend a full day from Medellín exploring Pablo Escobar’s former estate with paintball, a shooting range, and an ATV ride, then take a boat to Guatapé, climb El Peñol Rock, and walk the colorful town with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide. Guides such as Felipe and Santiago tailor the day to your interests.
“Wow! What a blast! From racing around on quads, to playing paintball on the properties paintball course, everything beat expectations! The history of the estate was also a great addition to all the fun! Would definitely do it again. Also helps when you have a great tour guide!”
This small-group ATV tour takes you from Medellín to Guarne for 2.5 hours on rugged mountain trails, with river crossings, countryside views, protective gear, and lunch afterward. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. English and Spanish guides lead groups of up to 10, and Jose has earned praise for attentive, respectful guiding.
“Everything went excellent. pick up on time our driver was very courteous and responsible. Our tour guide Jose was excellent as well. Jose was very attentive and respectful. Recommended.”
Leave Medellín by private SUV or van for Caldas, about 35 minutes away, then ride an ATV for 1.5 hours through mountain trails and mixed terrain. Your English- or Spanish-speaking guide provides safety instruction, water, snacks, photos, and a waterfall stop before returning you to the city.
“It was fantastic! The trail was beautiful with mixed terrain.”
You’ll spend about 1 hour and 20 minutes riding a quad bike through Palomino with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. See the Palomino River mouth, Sixth and Tenth avenues, the Caribbean trunk road, and quieter paths through woods and sand. Pickup, drop-off, the ATV, and all-risk insurance are included.
You’ll spend about an hour riding your own ATV through Antioquia’s mountain rainforest, then raft for three hours on the Class IV Calderas River. Pickup is available from Laureles, Estadio, and El Poblado. Guide John Freddy is known for spotting local species and adding a thoughtful stop for snacks and mango juice.
“This a worthy booking. We spent the entire day adventuring. First, the ATV ride up the mountain. Then our guide John Freddy recommended an amazing restaurant for lunch. After, we went rafting and spent a solid portion of our day on the river. They stop the raft about halfway through for snacks and some mango juice. It was so peaceful. John Freddy is very knowledgeable and knew every specie we encountered. We had the best time!”
Leave Medellin in a private air-conditioned car, then ride a quad bike through the hills outside the city with a certified English- or Spanish-speaking guide. The private format suits your group, and hotel pickup, protective gear, and drop-off are included. Confirm the true riding time before booking.
“The so called 4 hour ATV experience ended up being less than an hour. The four hours ATV experience also accounts for the one plus hour pick up and drop ofd each way. Terrible/false advertising.”
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