ATV Riding in La Herradura: Buggy Tour with Picnic

Ninety minutes climbing narrow mountain tracks, two scenic stops, one picnic in the peaks above the bay

A 90-minute buggy tour starting from La Herradura takes you and a passenger up to 450 meters through old village tracks and mountain roads, with a photo stop and Andalucian picnic included. You drive a 2-seater 500cc buggy; all drivers must be 21 with a valid car license and wear closed shoes. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Dutch.

Step-by-step itinerary

Buggy tour with picnic and views

• Start in La Herradura town
• Climb to 1400 ft altitude
• Drive along narrow roads and tracks
• Pass through old village of Cerval
• Enjoy views over La Herradura and bay
• Stop for photos at scenic spot
• Have Andalucian picnic and soft drinks

The Experience

You start in the town of La Herradura and climb steadily along narrow roads and tracks, winding past the old village of Cerval toward the peaks above the bay. The route gains 450 meters of altitude, and by the time you reach the scenic overlook, the views stretch across La Herradura bay and far up the Costa del Sol and Costa Tropical. This is where the buggy stops and the day slows down—soft drinks and an Andalucian picnic wait at a vantage point built for photographs.

The buggy is a 2-seater 500cc four-wheel drive, and you operate it yourself; a guide leads the group through the route and stops. Drivers must be at least 21 years old, hold a full car driving license and wear closed shoes—no flip-flops. The picnic and drinks are included for two people per buggy, and the whole outing runs 90 minutes from start to return.

What’s included

• A 2-seater 500cc four-wheel-drive buggy for the duration.
• soft drinks and an Andalucian picnic for two people.
• a guide leading the route through mountain tracks and village roads.
• photo stops at scenic overlooks above the bay.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Buggy Buggy Tours

Is this one for you?The 90-minute ride involves steady climbing on narrow tracks and active steering through mountain terrain, so it suits drivers comfortable with off-road handling and the physical engagement of operating the buggy yourself rather than being driven.

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Top questions

What is the altitude gain on this buggy tour from La Herradura?

The route climbs to 450 meters (1,400 feet) above La Herradura, starting from the town and winding through mountain tracks and the old village of Cerval.

Do I need a driving license to operate the buggy?

Yes, all drivers must be at least 21 years old and carry a full car driving license with them on the day of the tour.

What does the picnic include?

The Andalucian picnic and soft drinks are included for two people per buggy, served at a scenic photo stop during the route.

Can children ride on this buggy tour?

Children under 4 years old are not permitted; specialized infant seats are available for older children, though a parent or guardian must be the driver.

What languages does the guide speak?

The guide is available in English, Spanish or Dutch.