Quad biking Split: Mountain trail to Cetina River canyon

Stone villages, mountain views over the Adriatic, and a canyon swim

Quad biking tour from Split takes you over a mountain trail through old stone villages and down to the Cetina River canyon, where you can swim, walk or paddle. The tour runs four hours with a guide in English or Croatian, quad and helmet provided, and pickup from Split included. Start times vary between morning and afternoon depending on season. Drivers need a valid B or A category license and prior driving experience.

Options for this experience

2 options

From US$ 149 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Tandem Sea View Mountain Tour Available from 1 Apr 2027 Guide in English or Croatian Up to 10 people Two riders share each quad. Departure times range from 8 to 9 am and 4 to 5 pm, varying with the season.

Single Sea View Mountain Tour Available from 1 Apr 2027 Guide in English or Croatian Up to 5 people Each quad carries one rider. Departure times range from 8 to 9 am and 4 to 5 pm, varying with the season.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Quad biking and nature exploration

• Meet at transportation point
• Visit Cetina river canyon
• Choose walk, canoe, lunch, or swim
• Ride along Podstrana Mountain top
• Stop for photos and sightseeing

What’s included

• Quad bike and helmet.
• gasoline.
• guide in English or Croatian.
• pickup from Split.
• four hours on the trail and at the canyon.

Times

Next departure: 1 Apr 2027

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Before you book

Group Up to 15

Live guide English and Croatian Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts. You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Book up to 8h before

Ages Adult (18 to 58 years) · Child (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free 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.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems

Operated by Adriatic Summer

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The experience

You meet near Split and ride a quad bike up the Podstrana Mountain trail, climbing past villages built centuries ago and stopping several times to photograph the view: the Adriatic stretches out with islands visible far across the water. The route is off-road and the guide leads the way, pointing out the sights and choosing where to pause. Gasoline and the quad itself are included, as is the helmet you wear the whole ride.

At the Cetina River canyon, the pace changes. You can swim in the water if the weather allows, take a long walk along the riverbank, paddle a canoe boat, or sit and rest: the guide stays with the group and you choose how to spend the time there. Lunch is not arranged as part of the tour, though the canyon is a natural place to eat if you bring food or find a spot nearby.

The tour lasts four hours total and runs either morning (8 to 9 am) or afternoon (2 to 5 pm) depending on the season. Contact the operator before booking to confirm which time slot fits your dates. You'll need a valid driver's license (B or A category) and some prior driving experience to ride the quad. The guide speaks English or Croatian and stays with the group throughout.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Croatian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 17 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

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.

Can I ride a quad bike if I've never driven one before?

You need a valid B or A category driver's license and prior driving experience to ride on this tour. The guide leads the route, but you operate the quad yourself, so some comfort with handling a vehicle is required.

What happens at the Cetina River canyon?

At the Cetina River canyon you stop for an extended break and choose your own activity: swim in the river if weather permits, walk along the riverbank, paddle a canoe boat, or simply rest. The guide stays with the group but you set your own pace.

What time does the quad biking tour start?

Start times run either 8 to 9 am or 2 to 5 pm depending on the season. Contact the operator before booking to confirm which departure time is available for your dates.

Is pickup from Split included?

Pickup from Split is included. You meet at a point 10 minutes drive from the city center and are transported to the start of the trail.

What's included in the tour price?

The tour includes the quad bike, helmet, gasoline, and a guide in English or Croatian. Lunch is not included, though the canyon stop gives you time to eat if you bring food.

Are there age limits for riding a quad?

Children are welcome from age 6, though they must meet the same license and driving experience requirements as adults: a valid B or A category driver's license is required to operate the quad.