15 Off-Road Safaris in Heraklion Weighed Up Side by Side

1.Full-Day Land Rover Safari from Heraklion with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,351 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $113Our pick

Spend eight hours riding from Heraklion into Crete’s mountains with guides such as Kostas, Chris, Yiannis, or Darryl. Visit Sfendili, a shepherd’s mitato, the Lassithi Plateau, Dikteon Cave area, and Krassi’s ancient plane tree. Expect bumpy roads, generous food, local wine, and a small-group feel.

“A great day out. Beautiful views in the mountains, visited an olive factory, a shepherd and had a fabulous lunch at a tavern. Sadly the cave of zeus is closed so we were unable to visit. Tony was an informative, fun guide.”

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2.5Hour Safari Tour in Crete(Heraklion)with Quad,Jeep,Buggy & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 941 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $107

Spend about five hours driving a quad, 1000cc buggy, Monster 800cc, or Jeep through Crete near Heraklion. Creta Quad Safari provides instruction, helmets, guides, lunch, water, and hotel or port pickup within its service area. Expect dusty tracks, olive groves, a historic cave, mountain views, Karteros Gorge, and a beach stop.

“What an amazing day. Great quality quads, amazing staff, Yummy lunch, so much fun. These guys really catered to our every need”

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3.Agia Pelagia Quad Safari to Discover the Authentic Crete

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 877 reviews

Set out from Agia Pelagia on a guided quad safari through quiet tracks, coastal viewpoints, and the hills above Crete. After a safety briefing and practice session, visit the near-abandoned village of Achlada, then continue to Fodele, birthplace of El Greco. Guides such as Stan and Elyes add local stories, humor, and practical help along the way.

“Awesome sunset, raki at the end. It’s a must do experience in Agia Pelagia/ Heraklion zone. The off road trail is very easy to do, no previous experience in trail bikes is required.”

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4.Quad Safari Off-Road Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 479 reviews · from $99

Follow a guide from Malia into Crete’s countryside on a solo or shared CF450cc or 520cc quad. After safety training, ride off-road past olive groves and vineyards, visit an olive mill and Milatos Cave, swim at Milatos Beach, pass through Sissi and Milatos, and finish with lunch. Pickup, helmets, fuel, insurance, and instruction are included.

“We didn't know what to expect, and was pleasantly surprised. Our two guys were great. Very kind, helpful and a lot of fun. Love the mail the end.”

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5.Quad Safari with Monastery, Malia Palace and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 232 reviews · 5 hours · from $93

Ride a 520cc ATV from Malia through olive groves, mountain tracks, Sisi, and Vrahasi. Stop at an 800-year-old oak, visit the 16th-century Monastery of Saint George Vrahassotis, eat lunch in Latsida, taste olive oil at Vasilakis Estate, and swim at Potamos Beach. English, German, French, Italian, and Greek guides are available.

“The pick up time wasn't communicated in the alloted timeframe, but after a few messages back and forth all was arranged and ready to go. The day itself was incredible. The quads are fun and easy to grasp, the stops are a welcome break between trips and the guides are great. They do it with a big smile, enthusiasm and humor. All in all it was worth the money. The only thing I personally would have wanted a bit more of was more off-roads. Though, the asphalt roads were great for the sights and views as well!”

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6.Quad Safari Wild Crete Evening Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 4 hours · from $89

From Heraklion, this four-hour evening quad tour follows Crete’s coast and rough village tracks to Skotino Cave, Voritsi, an olive mill and rakokazano distillery, then a mountain viewpoint and Aposelemis Beach. Guides such as Harris and Andreas lead small groups in English. A driving license held for more than two years is required.

“Friendly and engaging guide who made sure the whole group was comfortable with the pace. Took us to some great spots we never would have found on our own and had good local knowledge about a range of topics. Would definitely recommend”

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7.Quad Safari Wild Crete Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 148 reviews · 6 hours · from $99

Ride an ATV through Hersonissos and the hills beyond on a six-hour small-group tour led in English by guides such as Alex, Harris, or Haris. Expect coastal views, dusty off-road tracks, Gouverniotisa Monastery, Aposelemis Dam, Sfentili Village, olive oil tasting, a taverna lunch, a cave visit, and a swim stop.

“First! The absolute recommendation for someone who needs lots of fun and action!!! Actually a must if you are in Crete! The tour guide Haris makes the day an unforgettable adventure! He's a lot of fun and involves everyone involved. And route selection, perfect for advanced riders and beginner riders! Definitely again!”

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8.Malia: Off-Road Quad Safari Tour with Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 137 reviews · 6 hours · from $89

Drive or share a quad through olive groves, vineyards, forest tracks, mountain roads, and Sisi’s coast. Guides including Nikos lead this six-hour trip, with a coffee stop in Vrachasi, swimming, a traditional tavern lunch, and pickup from Malia and nearby resorts.

“Really enjoyed every bit of it would highly recommend if your in Greece”

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9.Hersonissos: ATV Quad Bike Safari in the Mountains of Crete

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · from $107

Drive a 300 to 600cc automatic quad from Hersonissos into Crete’s mountains with guide Andreas or another English-speaking guide. Follow quiet roads, riverbeds, olive groves, villages, and the Aposelemis Dam, then stop for raki, snacks, and a traditional meal. Groups are limited to eight.

“Honestly, if you're thinking about booking this tour.. do it, you won't regret it! it was absolutely magical and Andreas really is the best guide. For those who like active adventures you will be pleased and challenged. Those who like to sit back and enjoy the stunning views, you'll have the best pictures and videos. Quads are super comfy and safe, all automatic, great value for money as we were out for 5 hours. The taverna for dinner is intimate and all freshly grown produce. Tasted excellent! Lastly a special thank you to Andreas, very charismatic, a story teller, cheeky and very funny. Aside from the sunset views, punchy quads,…”

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10.Malia: Off-Road Quad Safari Evening Tour with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 103 reviews · from $90

You’ll drive a 450cc or 520cc quad through olive groves, vineyards, village roads, and dusty trails near Malia. A safety lesson comes first, followed by Prophet Elias views, olive oil tasting, time in Sissi, and a included dinner. Pickup covers Malia, Hersonissos, Stalis, Sisi, and nearby resorts.

“It was an amazing off road bike trip with a very good and responsible guides”

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11.From Hersonissos/Malia: Guided Sunset Quad Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 99 reviews · from $73Best value

You’ll drive a 520cc ATV from the Hersonissos or Malia area into Crete’s hills, passing muddy tracks, forests, Vrachasi, and Saint Peter before reaching a coastal sunset viewpoint. A live guide leads the ride, with helmets, fuel, hotel transfers, and cold water included. Bring your driving license, and book two seats if you want a quad to yourself.

“Fantastic adventure and a really fun activity. We had so much fun both on the main road and the dirt tracks. Great value for money, just be prepared to get a bit dusty.”

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12.Buggy safari Crete (Transfer and lunch) analipsi- hersonisos

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 47 reviews · 5 hours · from $135

Ride about 80 kilometers through eastern Crete in a two-seat buggy, following a live guide from Malia Palace to Sissi, Milatos Cave, an olive estate, mountain villages, a Cretan taverna, and Potamos Beach. Hotel pickup, fuel, helmets, instruction, lunch, and swim time are included. Bring your driving license, swimwear, sunglasses, and shoes that can get dusty.

“Es war super! Keine Panne bei den Buggies. Super nette Guides. Tolles Restaurant zum Essen. Stops bei Höhle, Kirche , Olivenfsbrik und bei tollem Beach. Es war ein herrlicher Tag, danke”

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13.Sunset Safari with Dinner & Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 38 reviews · 6 hours · from $100

Ride a small-group Land Rover into Crete’s mountains, stopping at the Aposelemis reservoir, a Roman aqueduct, Kastamonitsa village, and the Minoan mountain route. Enjoy raki, olive oil, fruit, and one or two glasses of Prosecco above Lassithi Plateau before a local taverna dinner. Guides speak English, French, German, or Dutch.

“Our guide Vangelis was absolutely amazing. He was funny, knowledgeable and just a fantastic person to have as a driver. The tour was fantastic, the Raki and olive oil tasing was great, and the food at the Taverna in the evening was lovely. Cannot recommend this tour enough, if you get a chance to do it, do it!!!”

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14.Quad Safari with Lunch and Swimming in Malia

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 27 reviews · 6 hours · from $84

Spend six hours riding a shared quad through olive groves, vineyards, mountain roads, and coastal tracks near Malia. You’ll stop in Pachaligo forest, pause in Vrachasi and Neapolis, swim at Sisi beach, and eat at a traditional tavern. Pickup and fuel are included, while solo quad driving costs an extra €25.

“Guides vraiment au top! Un moment très convivial et de belles découvertes au milieu des montagnes…! Je recommande à 100%”

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15.Self-Driving 4X4 Jeep Off-Road Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 26 reviews

Take the wheel of a new air-conditioned Dacia Duster and follow a guide through Crete’s back roads. You’ll visit a working shepherd’s farm, cross rough Minoan trails, stop above 1,200 meters, stroll through mountain villages, and finish with a BBQ lunch in Malia. Choose a shared Jeep or a private vehicle for your group.

“We were delighted to discover Crete in a different way. The scenery is magnificent, and the guide very accessible and interesting. We highly recommend it!”

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