ATV riding Boa Vista: 4-hour quad bike adventure

Four hours on a quad across dunes, cliffs and the island's oldest village

A 4-hour ATV riding experience on Boa Vista where you operate the quad bike across the island's southern coast, guided by a local expert. You start at the Chamine of Praia de Chaves, ride through the Morro de Areia Dunes, explore the cliffs and caves at Praia de Varandinha, and finish at Povoação Velha, the island's oldest settlement. Hotel pickup is included, and all equipment (helmet, overall, fuel and water) is provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Quad bike tour of southern Boa Vista

• Start at Chamine of Praia de Chaves
• Ride to Morro de Areia Dunes
• Explore Praia de Varandinha beach
• Visit Povoação Velha village

The experience

Four hours on a quad bike means you're doing the riding, not watching someone else do it. The route follows Boa Vista's southern coast, starting at the Chamine of Praia de Chaves, a towering landmark against the ocean, then pushing into the Morro de Areia Dunes where golden sand stretches toward the Atlantic. The pace lets you stop and explore: at Praia de Varandinha you can walk into the hidden caves or stand on the cliffs above the crashing waves, and at Povoação Velha you get time to move through the island's oldest village and see how people actually live here.

Your guide speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French or Portuguese and rides with you throughout. Hotel pickup handles the logistics, so you don't arrange transport to the start. All equipment comes with you (helmet, overall, fuel surcharge and water), so there's nothing to rent separately or figure out on the day. The quad has a weight limit of 220 kg per rider, and you'll need at least a moderate level of fitness for four hours of riding over sand and coastal terrain.

What’s included

• All equipment: helmet, overall, fuel surcharge and water.
• expert local guide in your choice of language.
• hotel pickup and return.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 09:00

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GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 23 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by No Limits Adventure Boa Vista

Is this one for you?The four-hour ride demands moderate fitness and comfort operating the quad yourself, so it suits riders who want to control the pace and explore stops on their own terms rather than follow a fixed schedule with a group watching a demonstration.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Chamine at Praia de Chaves?

The Chamine is a towering landmark that stands at Praia de Chaves on Boa Vista's coast, rising against the ocean backdrop. It marks the start of the ride and is the first stop on the route.

Can I explore the caves at Praia de Varandinha, or do we just ride past?

Praia de Varandinha has hidden caves and spectacular cliffs, and the itinerary includes time to explore or simply take in the view of the Atlantic. You're not rushed through the stops.

Is hotel pickup included in the price?

Yes, hotel pickup is included, so the guide collects you from your accommodation and brings you back after the ride ends.

What happens if I've never ridden a quad before?

The activity requires at least a moderate level of physical fitness and the ability to operate the quad bike yourself. If you're new to riding, let the guide know when you're picked up. They can give you a brief orientation before the route begins.

What's Povoação Velha like compared to the beaches and dunes?

Povoação Velha is Boa Vista's oldest village, where you see traditional architecture and local life rather than landscape. It's the final stop and offers a different kind of stop from the natural sites earlier in the ride.