5 Best Quad Tours in Mallorca

Mallorca is renowned for its beaches, festivals and the beauty of its main route through the historic centre, Bellver Castle, the Cathedral and the Royal Palace of La Almudaina, but it also has nature trails and adventure circuits that can be explored on quad bike tours, which can be one of the best things to see and do in Mallorca

With other visitors or in private groups, on the beach or in the mountains, in the morning or at sunset, there are many different options for exploring the island by quad bike. Here are the best alternatives, so you can discover which one best suits your trip.

The Sierra de la Tramontana hides the Mediterranean landscapes of Mallorca and is also the central point among the island's natural wonders. Its wooded trails and winding paths do not go unnoticed by visitors, and it is possible to explore them by quad bike on adventure excursions for small groups.

On these tours, you will discover that the Sierra de la Tramontana is one of the ideal places for quad biking, but also for getting some of the best views of the island, especially if you plan to visit Mallorca during the summer During this adventure tour, you will have the assistance of a local guide and all the mandatory safety equipment for riding.

On these excursions , you can also visit Sant Elm, a village nestled between the beach and the mountains, which offers unobstructed views of the Balearic Sea and the Sierra de la Tramontana, as well as direct access to Sa Gran and Sa Petita, two of the best beaches in Mallorca. Sant Elm is the westernmost village on the island and also one of the most beautiful, which you can discover on these excursions.

Please note that to take part in these excursions you must be of legal age and have a valid driving licence. Children aged 10 and over may attend as companions.

Important details

• Price... These excursions cost approximately £85, including instruction and assistance from an expert local guide.
• Duration**...** Approximately 3 hours.

Cala Millor was long a farming village with family-friendly beaches until it was discovered by tourists. Today, it is one of the most visited places in Mallorca, although it still retains its rural spirit. On these excursions, you can explore its streets on a quad bike and venture along the rocky paths to Rancho Grande, one of the island's most famous theme parks.

At Rancho Grande, you can enjoy a barbecue before venturing out on an off-road route with sandy soil, surrounded by bushes and difficult paths. On these adrenaline-filled excursions, you can explore the countryside and delve into the rural heart of Mallorca with the assistance of a local guide.

These tours usually also include the option of staying at Rancho Grande for visitors who do not wish to take part in the off-road experience, as well as transport to the starting point in Cala Millor, which is located near Manacor. So , if you want to make the most of your trip , you can combine these excursions with a visit to the Rafael Nadal Museum.

Please note that you must be of legal age to drive the quads and you must have a valid driving licence.

Useful information

• Price... These excursions cost approximately £140, including instruction, barbecue, entrance to Rancho Grande and the assistance of an expert local guide.
• Duration**...** Approximately 4.5 hours.

On these excursions , you can explore El Arenal, in the Bay of Mallorca, on an adventure quad bike tour that will take you through the island's wooded and beach areas as you venture into wild areas, rural roads and inhospitable mountainous terrain, surrounded by old estates.

El Arenal is one of the best areas on the island for an adventure tour or for exploring the area by bicycle. If you plan to visit Mallorca in April or during the spring months, you will be able to see the farmland in bloom and some of the island's most striking natural landscapes, which will allow you to take the best photographs.

During these excursions, you will usually have free time to take a dip at the beach and explore off-road areas on your own. A local guide will assist you throughout the tour .

Please note that to take part in this excursion, you must be of legal age and have a valid driving licence. Children over the age of 8 can attend as companions and are eligible for reduced rates.

Important details

• Price... These excursions cost approximately £85, including instruction and assistance from an expert local guide.
• Duration**...** Approximately 3.5 hours.

These excursions offer a tour of Palma Bay on one of the longest quad bike tours , covering 65 kilometres through El Arenal, Llucmajor, Mount Randa, Algaida, Sant Jordi, S'Aranjassa and Es Pillari. Throughout the tour, you will travel along paved roads, rocky paths and sandy terrain until you reach Son Veri.

In the coastal area of Son Veri, you can take a dip in the Mediterranean Sea and enjoy snorkelling, jump into the sea from cliffs over 15 metres high and take some of the best photographs of the bay. These excursions are available all year round, and if you plan to visit Mallorca in winter, the swim at Son Veri will be replaced by an indoor excursion.

These excursions last approximately 3 hours, are accompanied by a local guide and end at the departure point. Please note that in order to take part in these excursions, you must be of legal age and have a valid driving licence.

Details of interest

• Price... These excursions cost approximately £80, including instruction and the assistance of an expert local guide.
• Duration**...** Approximately 3 hours.

In Mallorca, on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, you will have access to some of the best sunsets in Spain. On these excursions, you can tour the west coast of the island as you pass through maritime, mountainous and rural landscapes, until you reach the Malgrats viewpoint, where you can watch the sunset.

In western Mallorca, you will also learn about the typical flora and fauna of the area and enjoy a snack while bathing in the island's sunset. The approximately 4-hour tour will end in Santa Ponsa, where you can combine your quad bike excursion with a boat trip or a diving experience.

Please note that to take part in these excursions you must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driving licence. These tours may include excess fees for the use of the quad bikes.

Details of interest

• Price... These excursions cost approximately £95, including instruction and assistance from an expert local guide.
• Duration**...** Approximately 4 hours.

You can book quad bike tours in Mallorca online in advance or hire the tour once you are in the city, although if you plan to travel to Mallorca in August or during the high season, I recommend booking in advance to avoid delays and price increases for last-minute bookings.

Please also note that quad bike tours are usually in small groups of no more than five people and are accompanied by a local guide, so they can sell out quickly, especially during the summer months or high season.

The duration will depend on the excursion, although on average they last between 1 and 3 hours, even those that consist of a tour of the Sierra de la Tramontana or those that include a visit to the villages of the Bay of Mallorca.

If you are planning a short stay on the island, you can opt for shorter tours. If this is the case, here is a list of activities you can do during a 3-day stay in Mallorca

On these excursions, you can discover the main sites in the mountainous area of Mallorca, such as the Sierra de la Tramontana and the village of Sant Elm. You can also visit Cala Millor, the Rancho Grande theme park and some of the rural roads in the interior of the island.

If you opt for the tours around the Bay of Mallorca, you will visit El Arenal, Llucmajor, Mount Randa, Algaida, Sant Jordi, S'Aranjassa, Es Pillari and Son Veri. Throughout the bay, you will travel over asphalt, sand, beaches and forests, and you can also enjoy one of the best sunsets in Spain in Santa Ponsa.

Quad bike tours are mainly focused on the southern and western areas of Mallorca, away from the main circuit of the island which, outside Palma, is centred on Alcúdia and its surroundings.

If you plan to visit Mallorca at Christmas or during the high season , I recommend booking your excursions in advance to avoid delays and price increases due to last-minute bookings. If you are travelling in a group and book in advance, you could also reserve all the quads on the excursion for your group, turning the experience into a private tour.

Please note that in order to drive the quads, you must have a valid driving licence and be over 18 years of age. Some tour operators do not accept children under the age of ten as companions and may require an excess of up to £1,500 to cover material damage and take out civil liability insurance.

If you decide to go on a quad bike excursion in Mallorca and you are also planning to stay on the island for a few days , I recommend that you organise an itinerary to make the most of your visit and enjoy some of the best activities in Mallorca

The most economical excursions are those that include a tour of El Arenal or the Bay of Mallorca and cost approximately €95, including instruction, safety equipment and the assistance of an expert local guide. Tours of the Sierra de la Tramontana and Sant Elm are also among the most economical, costing approximately €97.

The most expensive excursions are those that include a tour of Cala Millor and the Rancho Grande theme park, costing approximately €160. However , in addition to a local guide and safety equipment, these tours also include a gastronomic tour of Mallorca, with a barbecue or vegetarian menu at no extra cost during the excursion.

Please also note that some tourist service providers may require the payment of a deposit of up to £1,500 as a retention for possible material damage and for the purchase of civil liability insurance.

A quad bike excursion can be the most enjoyable way to explore the mountainous area of Mallorca and also one of the fastest ways to visit the villages of the Bay of Palma, instead of using the island's tourist buses

These excursions also allow you to get off the beaten track in Mallorca and discover some places far from Palma or the Bay of Alcúdia, such as Sant Elm, Mount Randa, Algaida and Son Veri, where you can also discover some of the best beaches on the island, take a dip, jump off a cliff and enjoy a snorkelling experience.