Quad bike tour Lake Garda: 2.5 hours off-road riding

Take the handlebars yourself through secret roads and hilltop views

A 2.5-hour quad bike tour in the Morenic Hills south of Lake Garda where you ride a CANaM or Polaris ATV over off-road tracks and country roads, with breaks to switch driver and passenger roles. The tour includes helmet, rain gear, fuel, third-party and passenger insurance, and a live guide in English or Italian. Children from age 6 can ride as passengers with an adult. A valid B or A1 driving license is required to operate the quad.

Step-by-step itinerary

Quad tour with scenic stops

• Ride latest generation quads
• Drive 60-70% off-road
• Take breaks and switch drivers
• Enjoy panoramic views at Rocca di Solferino
• Pass by Castellaro Lagusello village and lake
• Pass by Romanesque church with frescoes
• Pass by 15th-century palace and Italian garden
• Pass by Pozzolengo castle and San Lorenzo church
• Pass by medieval castle overlooking Cavriana
• Taste typical local products

The experience

You ride a latest-generation quad (CANaM CFMotors or Polaris) for roughly 2.5 hours, with the route split between off-road tracks through the hills and paved roads to cool the engine. The guide leads the way and stops to share stories about the region. At any point you can swap roles with your passenger so both of you get time at the controls. The terrain passes near Rocca di Solferino, a hilltop fortress with views across the province of Mantua, and winds through the Morenic landscape that rolls down toward Lake Garda itself: 15 to 20 minutes south of the Sirmione–Desenzano–Peschiera motorway exits.

Helmet with a disposable cap, waterproof kway in case of rain, and fuel are all provided. Third-party and passenger insurance covers the ride. If a quad breaks down, the operator guarantees technical assistance and a replacement machine so the tour continues. Children from age 6 ride as passengers with an adult on the same quad. You'll need a valid B or A1 driving license to operate the bike, and no alcohol is permitted before or during the ride.

What’s included

• Helmet with disposable cap.
• waterproof rain jacket.
• fuel for the quad.
• third-party and passenger insurance.
• live guide in English or Italian.
• technical assistance and quad replacement if needed.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30 and 14:30

Book up to2h before

GroupUp to 6 · max 2 per booking

Live guideEnglish and Italian

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.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 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancy

Operated by Garda Adventure - Centro Escursioni

Is this one for you?You ride the quad yourself, so this suits anyone with a valid B or A1 license who wants to control the machine through the hills rather than watch from a passenger seat. The shared group format means you'll ride with other participants and their guide, which keeps the pace steady and the cost lower than a private charter.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English 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.

Can I switch who drives the quad during the tour?

Yes, the route includes breaks where the driver and passenger can swap positions, so both of you get time at the handlebars.

What is the Rocca di Solferino and what will I see there?

Rocca di Solferino, also called Spia d'Italia, is a historic fortress standing at the highest point in the province of Mantua. It sits near the Risorgimento Museum and an ossuary, and offers a panoramic view across the surrounding hills and toward Lake Garda.

How much of the ride is off-road versus on normal roads?

The tour is 60–70% off-road on tracks through the Morenic Hills, with the remainder on paved roads to let the quads cool down between sections.

Do I need a special license to ride the quad?

Yes, you must hold a valid B or A1 driving license to operate the quad, and you cannot have consumed alcohol before or during the tour.

Can children ride on the quad?

Children from age 6 can join the tour as passengers riding with an adult on the same quad. They cannot operate the machine themselves.