ATV riding in Alghero: Lake Baratz and Porto Ferro beach

Dirt roads, dunes and a swim stop at Porto Ferro

ATV riding in Alghero is a 4-hour guided quad bike experience through rural Sardinia, covering about 55 km on dirt roads with three stops: a local farm, Lake Baratz (the only natural lake on the island), and Porto Ferro beach with its two historic towers. You ride your own quad, follow the guide's route, and can swim at Porto Ferro in warmer months.

Step-by-step itinerary

Quad tour through Alghero landscapes

• Attend quad bike safety briefing
• Ride quad through rural landscapes
• Stop at Lake Baratz
• Visit local farm
• Arrive at Porto Ferro beach
• Take swim at Porto Ferro beach
• Visit Porto Ferro forts and towers

The experience

Can you ride a quad bike if you've never done it before? Yes, the guide starts with a briefing to get you comfortable with the controls before the route begins. You'll ride on dirt roads kept to speed limits of 30 to 50 km/h, so it's not a race. The pace is steady enough to take in the landscape. The 55 km loop moves through picturesque rural terrain and sand dunes, staying close to the coast in the north-west corner of Sardinia where the land meets the sea.

The three stops break up the ride. First, you'll visit a local farm to see how people live inland from Alghero. Then comes Lake Baratz, Sardinia's only natural lake, which you'll pass along the route. The final stop is Porto Ferro, where you get a 20-minute break at the beach itself. Two towers stand there (historic forts with views over the coves), and if the water is warm enough, you can swim. The whole experience takes about 4 hours from start to finish, including the briefing and any time needed for safety checks.

Your quad comes with a helmet and bandana. Fuel is covered. A guide rides with the group and speaks English, Spanish or Italian. Each quad can carry up to two people, so you can bring a passenger, though only the driver needs a valid car license (Italian Category B or equivalent). Riders should have moderate fitness. The terrain and vibration aren't suitable for everyone, and the operator notes this isn't recommended for people with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers.

What’s included

• Local guide in English, Spanish or Italian.
• quad bike rental.
• helmet.
• bandana.
• and fuel for the route.

Information

Lasts 4h, from € 212.50 per group, with a live guide in English, Spanish and Italian, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Mar 20272 departing soon ›

GroupUp to 14

Live guideEnglish, Spanish and Italian

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

Book up to3h before

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.

Prices and times updated 19 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Escursì

Is this one for you?The 4-hour time block means you can fit this into a morning or afternoon in Alghero and still have the rest of the day free, but it's long enough to reach Lake Baratz and spend time at Porto Ferro rather than just passing through.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish 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 Lake Baratz and why does the route pass it?

Lake Baratz is the only natural lake in Sardinia, located inland from Alghero. The quad route passes along it so you see this rare feature up close during the ride through the rural landscape.

Can I swim at Porto Ferro, or is it just a photo stop?

Porto Ferro is a beach stop where you can swim if the water temperature is warm enough, usually in the warmer months. You get a 20-minute break there, and the two historic towers and surrounding coves are visible from the beach.

Do I need a driving license to ride the quad bike?

Yes, the driver must hold a valid Italian Category B driving license (or an equivalent license for driving cars) and bring it with you. You'll need to show it before the tour starts. Passengers don't need a license.

How long is the actual riding, and what are the roads like?

The route covers about 55 km on dirt roads over 4 hours total, including the briefing and stops. The roads are kept to speed limits of 30 to 50 km/h for safety, and the terrain includes rural landscapes, sand dunes and passages near the coast.

Can a child ride as a passenger on the quad?

Yes, children as young as 5 can participate as passengers, but they must be accompanied by a parent or adult. The adult driver needs the valid license. Each quad has a maximum weight limit of 190 kg total.