ATV Riding San Andrés: Drive Your Own Buggy All Day

You control the buggy and the route across the island.

Full-day buggy activity on San Andrés where you drive your own vehicle (seating two or four passengers) at your own pace, stopping at beaches, natural viewpoints, historical sites and La Loma's cultural heart. A valid driver's license is required. Fuel, helmets, safety equipment and activity insurance are included. You return the buggy with a full tank at the end of the day.

The experience

What makes this different from a guided tour is that you're behind the wheel. You pick the speed, the stops and how long you linger at each one, whether that's a beach, a viewpoint or the wooden Caribbean houses and First Baptist Church up at La Loma, the island's highest and most traditional area. The buggy holds two or four passengers depending on which you book, so a couple travels solo or a small group stays together without a guide narrating the route.

La Loma sits at the cultural and religious center of the raizal community, and a self-guided stop there means you move through it on your own terms instead of following a schedule. The panoramic views from the church and the natural landscape around it are the kind of thing you photograph when you're ready, not when the group is. Eight hours gives you time to cover the island's main attractions (beaches, natural spots, photo locations) without rushing, and you can circle back to a favorite if something catches you on the first pass.

The buggy comes fueled and ready. You return it the same way. Helmets and safety gear are provided, and your activity is covered by insurance. A valid driver's license is required to operate the vehicle. Public transportation is available nearby if you need it, and the activity suits all fitness levels since you're driving, not hiking or climbing.

What’s included

• Buggy rental for two or four passengers.
• fuel for the full day (return with a full tank).
• helmets and safety equipment.
• activity insurance.
• eight hours to explore at your own pace.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1h before

GroupUp to 6 · max 4 per booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Unique Travel Colombia

Is this one for you?You need a valid driver's license and the ability to operate a vehicle, but the activity suits all fitness levels since you're driving rather than walking or climbing. Choose this if you want to set your own route and timing instead of following a guide's schedule.

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Top questions

What is La Loma and why would I stop there on a buggy ride?

La Loma is the highest part of San Andrés and the cultural heart of the raizal community, featuring historic wooden Caribbean-style houses, natural viewpoints and the First Baptist Church, which offers one of the island's best panoramic views. A stop there gives insight into the island's history and identity while delivering landscape and photo opportunities.

Do I need a guide, or do I navigate the island on my own?

You drive and navigate on your own, choosing your own pace and stops. No guide is included. The eight hours are yours to spend as you want across the island's main attractions and beaches.

What happens if I run out of fuel or have a problem with the buggy during the day?

The buggy is provided with a full tank at the start, and you return it with a full tank at the end. If you encounter a mechanical issue, activity insurance is included in your booking.

Can I take passengers with me, or do I drive alone?

You can book a buggy for two passengers or four passengers depending on the option you choose at checkout. Everyone in the vehicle travels together under your control.

What do I need to bring or know before I arrive?

A valid driver's license is required to operate the buggy. Helmets and safety equipment are provided. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. Public transportation is available nearby if you need to reach the pickup point.