Kos Land Rover Safari: Mount Dikaios off-road tour

Drive unpaved mountain routes to reach panoramic views most visitors miss

A 7-hour Land Rover safari on Kos departs from the city center and hotel areas, climbing Mount Dikaios via unpaved off-road routes with photo stops, traditional lunch in Zia village, and a multilingual guide. The tour covers wild terrain, non-touristy villages, and ends with views of the island from above. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and guided stops occur every 30–40 minutes for comfort.

Step-by-step itinerary

Kos island off-road safari and local lunch

• Start from Kos city center
• Drive through unpaved mountain routes
• Explore wild vegetation and non-touristic places
• Stop for panoramic views and photos
• Reach mount Dikaios peaks
• Visit traditional tavern in Zia village
• Drive back to hotels

The experience

The day starts from Kos city center and hotel areas, heading toward Mount Dikaios on unpaved mountain routes in a 7-seater Land Rover. You'll pass through wild, dense vegetation and non-touristy places, stopping every 30–40 minutes for photos and to take in panoramic views. The route itself is the point: these are the roads most island visitors never see, and the terrain is rough enough that a standard car cannot go there.

Lunch happens in Zia village at a traditional local tavern, where the food is local and the setting is far from the port. A multilingual escort-driver leads the group throughout, pointing out the history and geography of the island as you climb. The return drive gives you views of Kos from above before the Land Rover drops you back at your hotel.

Liability insurance and local taxes are included, along with special equipped vehicles and a guide who speaks English and German. Bring comfortable shoes (trekking shoes or sturdy sandals work), and sun protection. In spring and autumn, a jacket helps. The operator reserves the right to adjust the route if weather turns unfavorable.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• 7-seater Land Rover with a multilingual escort-driver.
• lunch with traditional food at a local tavern in Zia village.
• liability insurance and local taxes.
• special equipped vehicles for off-road terrain.

Before you book

Days and timesFriday and SaturdayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (8 to 12 years) · Under 8: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

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Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for back problems

Operated by Cretan Holidays

Is this one for you?Hotel pickup means you do not need a rental car or a ride to the trailhead. The Land Rover collects you and returns you at the end of the day. The fixed 7-hour schedule fits inside a single day on the island, and the unpaved routes themselves are what make the remote villages and panoramic views reachable.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 12 years). Under 8: they can't be included in the booking.

How rough are the roads on this Mount Dikaios safari?

The routes are unpaved mountain roads with dense vegetation and off-road terrain that requires a Land Rover. A standard car cannot navigate them. Guided stops every 30–40 minutes let you rest and take photos, and the vehicle is specially equipped for the conditions.

What is included in the lunch at Zia village?

Lunch is a traditional meal served at a local tavern in Zia village and is included in the tour price. Vegetarian alternatives and accommodations for food allergies can be arranged if you request them when you book.

Does the tour pick up from my hotel?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included for all participants. The day starts from Kos city center and hotel areas, so you do not need to arrange your own transport to the meeting point.

How long is the full safari?

The tour runs 7 hours total, including the drive to Mount Dikaios, photo stops, lunch in Zia village, and the return to your hotel.