Feel the power of a 570cc quad under you as you explore Gozo’s wild coastline, valleys and backroads, then round off the day with a mini cruise around Comino’s Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon. This full-day adventure blends proper off-road-style riding with big views, hidden spots and a refreshing swim stop in some of Malta’s clearest waters (weather permitting).
Duration: Full day (approx. 8 hours including transfers, ~7 hours on tour)
Location: Gozo & Comino, starting from mainland Malta
Quad type: 570cc two-seater quad (ATV), driver + 1 passenger
Transfers: Pick-up and drop-off from selected hotels/meeting points across Malta included
On-water element: Mini cruise around Comino (Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon & sea caves, weather permitting)
Extras included: Packed lunch with mineral water, helmets, fuel, third-party insurance, rainwear if needed
Your day starts with pick-up from your chosen meeting point on mainland Malta and a transfer north to the Gozo crossing. You’ll board a private boat (or the Gozo Channel ferry if sea conditions require) for the short hop over to Gozo, where your quads and guides will be waiting. After a safety and operational briefing – including throttle control, braking, spacing in the convoy and hand signals – you’ll get kitted up with helmets and hairnets before rolling out.
The morning is all about finding your rhythm on the quad and getting a feel for Gozo’s varied terrain. You’ll follow your tour leader along a mix of quiet tarmac lanes, coastal tracks and rural backroads, heading towards highlights such as Ta’ Ċenċ Cliffs, Xlendi (passing by) and Knight’s Washhouses. Expect a mix of open coastal viewpoints, stepped valley sides and traditional rural landscapes. Riding is steady rather than “flat out”, with regular photo stops and short breaks built in.
Around midday you’ll stop to refuel with a packed lunch (included), eaten outdoors so you don’t lose time in a restaurant. The afternoon section typically heads towards the west and north of the island – Dwejra Bay and its inland sea, Ta’ Pinu (passing by), Għasri Valley (passing by), Xwejni Salt Pans, and the Qbajjar/Marsalforn coastline. You’ll keep following the leader in convoy, with an emphasis on safe spacing, smooth acceleration and controlled speed, especially on loose or dusty sections.
Towards the end of the ride, you’ll return the quads and switch back to the water. Weather and sea conditions permitting, you’ll board a private boat for a mini cruise around Comino, taking in the famous Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and the Comino Sea Caves. In summer, there’s usually a short swim stop (around 30 minutes) in one of the lagoons, so you can cool off in clear water before your return to Malta and the final transfer back to your original pick-up point.
Gozo is ideal quad bike territory: compact, hilly and criss-crossed with narrow roads and tracks that give constant changes in gradient, surface and aspect. The island’s limestone plateau is cut by steep valleys and terraced fields, so you get a mix of cliff-top riding, inland viewpoints, rural lanes and shoreline approaches. The route is designed to keep you on quieter roads and legal tracks, with a strong focus on views – Ta’ Ċenċ’s high cliffs, the inlets around Dwejra and the sculpted coastline near the salt pans.
Comino adds a completely different perspective at the end of the day. Seen from the water, the Blue Lagoon and Crystal Lagoon show off their shallow white-sand bottoms, cyan water and steep rock walls. The mini cruise lets you switch off from riding, enjoy the boat handling and look properly at the coastline and caves. When conditions allow, a short swim stop is included; this is from the boat or in a sheltered bay chosen by the skipper on the day.
This is a self-drive quad tour, so the key requirement is that drivers are legally allowed – and physically able – to control a quad safely for a full day. Drivers must be at least 21 years old and present an original, valid driving licence (no provisional licences, expired licences, photocopies or photos are accepted). A credit card is required as a guarantee for any insurance excess, traffic fines or contraventions, and you’ll sign an indemnity form plus a quad inspection form before departure.
Passengers must be at least 5 years old and over 60 cm in height. Although children from 5+ are allowed, this is still a full, outdoor, motorised activity and not recommended for very young or nervous children. This tour is not suitable for people with heart or back problems, pregnant guests, or anyone with significant mobility issues. You should be comfortable sitting astride a quad for extended periods, able to brace yourself over bumps, and happy with dust, wind and sun exposure typical of Mediterranean off-road-style riding.
This trip is built for riders who want more than a quick 30-minute spin. You get a full day of structured quad riding on 570cc machines, with a route that strings together some of Gozo’s strongest viewpoints and features – cliffs, valleys, villages, salt pans and bays – without you needing to navigate or worry about logistics. The guides know the lines, surfaces and stopping points, so you can focus on smooth riding, scenery and enjoying the power and grip of the quad.
You also get door-to-door logistics and a bonus mini cruise in one package: hotel/meeting point pick-ups, private or ferry crossings to Gozo, the full quad itinerary, packed lunch, and then a boat segment around Comino’s Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and sea caves, plus a swim stop in season. For adventure-focused visitors who want to tick off Gozo’s landscapes and Comino’s water in one efficient, high-energy day, this is a very strong all-round option.
Full-day self-drive quad bike tour in Gozo (two-seater 570cc quad)
Experienced tour leaders guiding the convoy
Pick-up and drop-off transfers from selected hotels/meeting points in Malta
Return land transfers on Malta side (back to original pick-up point)
Boat crossing to Gozo on a private boat reserved for guests (weather permitting)
Return boat crossing via Comino, passing the Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and sea caves (weather permitting; Gozo Channel ferry used if sea conditions require)
Mini cruise around Comino (weather permitting)
Swim stop at a Comino lagoon (high season, usually April–October, and sea conditions permitting; alternative bay in Gozo if needed)
Packed lunch, including a bottle of mineral water
All fuel costs for the quad bikes
Helmets and disposable hairnets for all riders
Raincoats provided on rainy days
Third-party insurance policy on the quads
Boat trip at Dwejra Bay (optional extra, paid locally; ~€6 pp, subject to change and sea conditions)
Insurance excess fee payable in case of accident, loss or damage to the quad
Any other food and drinks beyond the included packed lunch and water
Tips / gratuities (optional)
Personal expenses, e.g. snacks, coffees, souvenirs, etc.
Travel insurance for guests (personal cover not included)
No, you do not need previous quad biking experience, but you must be confident controlling a vehicle and comfortable driving on public roads. The quads are fully automatic 570cc machines, and the briefing at the start covers controls, braking, cornering and how to handle basic off-road terrain safely.
You will always be riding in convoy behind an experienced tour leader who sets the pace and chooses routes that suit mixed-ability groups. As long as you follow the instructions given in the safety briefing and ride sensibly, first-timers usually settle in quickly and enjoy the experience.
Drivers must be at least 21 years old and present an original, valid driving licence at check-in; provisional, expired, photocopied or phone photos of licences are not accepted. A legally valid licence and a credit card are required because of the insurance excess conditions on the quads.
Passengers must be at least 5 years old and over 60 cm in height so they can sit securely and use the handholds properly. Although children can ride as passengers, the tour involves a full day outdoors with some bumpy sections, so it is better suited to older kids who are comfortable with longer excursions.
The tour is classed as moderate because you will be riding for several hours on a mix of tarmac roads, country lanes and hard-packed off-road tracks. Speeds are kept sensible, and the focus is on exploring Gozo’s coastline, valleys and viewpoints rather than riding aggressively.
There may be some rutted or uneven sections, but the route is chosen so that riders with reasonable road experience and no serious mobility or back issues can manage it. If you are ever unsure about a particular section, you can slow down, follow the tour leader’s line and let the guide know at the next stop.
After the quad section, and if sea conditions allow, you transfer onto a private boat for a short coastal cruise around Comino. The skipper will take you past the Blue Lagoon, Crystal Lagoon and the sea caves so you can see the cliffs, clear water and cave entrances from the sea.
During the warmer months, there is usually a swim stop of around 30 minutes in one of the sheltered lagoons. You can swim directly from the boat, relax on deck between dips, or stay dry and simply enjoy the views if you prefer not to get in the water.
The quad tour runs in a range of conditions, but very heavy rain, poor visibility or unsafe winds may mean that the operator adjusts the route, shortens the tour or cancels for safety reasons. In the event of full cancellation, you will be offered an alternative date or a refund according to the provider’s policy.
The Comino mini cruise is always subject to sea and wind conditions. If the sea state makes it unsafe or uncomfortable, the boat section and swim stop may be replaced by extra time exploring Gozo, or the swim stop may be moved to a more sheltered bay on Gozo instead.
The packed lunch is designed to be eaten outdoors during a scenic stop, so expect something simple but filling such as a sandwich or wrap, a snack item and fruit, plus a bottle of mineral water. Exact contents can vary depending on the day and supplier.
If you have dietary requirements, you should notify the organiser when you book or when you confirm your pick-up time so they can advise what is possible. You are always welcome to bring additional food or specific items yourself, especially if you have strict dietary needs or allergies.
Closed-toe shoes with good grip, such as trainers, are essential; sandals, heels and flip-flops are not suitable for driving quads and may result in you not being allowed to ride. Wear comfortable clothes that you do not mind getting dusty, and bring an extra layer if you are riding outside of high summer, as it can feel cooler with wind on the quads.
Because there is usually a swim stop in season, pack swimwear, a beach towel and a spare T-shirt or light top. Sunscreen, sunglasses, a cap or hat, a credit card for the insurance excess, and some cash for optional extras such as the Dwejra boat trip are also recommended.
You drive your own two-seater quad but always follow a lead guide who sets the route and speed. Overtaking, racing and any risky manoeuvres are not allowed; the aim is to keep the group together, ride safely and make regular stops at key viewpoints and landmarks.
Before leaving, the guides explain hand signals, spacing and what to do if you have any issues on the trail. If someone in the group is struggling, the guide can adjust the pace or position that quad nearer the front so they can follow a clearer line.
The quads are covered by a third-party insurance policy, which means damage to other road users is insured but there is an excess for damage to the quad itself. In the event of an accident, loss or damage caused by misuse, you may be charged up to the excess amount specified by the insurance company.
A credit card is taken as a guarantee against this excess and against any traffic fines or contraventions incurred during the tour. You will sign an indemnity form and inspection form before departure so you know the condition of the quad at the start and understand the terms.
If you are staying on mainland Malta, you will be collected in the morning from your accommodation or a nearby meeting point and transferred to the departure point for the boat crossing to Gozo. After the quad tour and Comino mini cruise, you return by boat (or on the Gozo Channel ferry if the sea is rough) and are then taken back to your original pick-up location.
Guests already staying on Gozo will be given a local meeting point or pick-up arrangement, and those who want to join the Comino section at the end may need to make their own way home once the boat returns to Gozo. Exact times and pick-up details are confirmed by e-mail a few days before your tour.
This experience is not recommended for anyone with heart problems, serious back issues, recent surgery or for people who are pregnant, because of vibration, occasional bumps and the duration of the day. You will be outdoors for many hours with limited access to full facilities between stops.
If you have mild issues but think you may still manage, it is important to consider that you must be able to get on and off the quad unaided, sit for sustained periods and tolerate uneven terrain. In doubt, it is better to choose a more relaxed vehicle-based sightseeing tour rather than a self-drive ATV experience.
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