ATV riding on Koh Samui: Jungle trails and mountaintop views

You control the throttle through Koh Samui's hidden jungle and hilltop terrain.

ATV riding on Koh Samui puts you behind the handlebars on jungle trails, muddy paths and mountain routes that lead to panoramic viewpoints overlooking the island. You choose your duration, from a 30-minute burst at the ATV park to a full 4-hour expedition that includes a guide, hotel transfers, safety briefing and lunch. No experience needed. Guides handle the instruction and safety setup.

The experience

What makes this different from a guided tour is that you're operating the machine, not watching someone else drive. You pick an ATV, get a safety briefing from an English-speaking instructor, and then ride through terrain most visitors never see: dense jungle trails, rocky climbs and mountain routes that open onto sweeping views of Koh Samui and the surrounding coastline. The 30-minute option lets you test the experience at the ATV park itself; the 2-hour rides take you into the island's interior; the 4-hour expedition goes deeper, reaching hilltop temples, lush garden paths, the Lamai viewpoint and a hidden seasonal waterfall tucked into the forest.

Hotel pickup arrives at your accommodation (except on the 30-minute park-only option), so you don't arrange transport to the trailhead. The guide stays with you throughout, handling safety and navigation while you focus on the ride. Longer options include a mountaintop lunch break. You'll get drinking water, safety equipment, accident insurance covering ATV damage, a first aid kit and fuel included. Riders must be at least 16. Passengers can join from age 8 with a parent or guardian present.

The 4-hour program is the one where the waterfall and temple stops open up, though those depend on weather and season. Shorter rides compress the experience into jungle and hilltop terrain without the cultural stops. All options require you to stay on marked trails and follow the guide's instructions: the operator reserves the right to end participation if riding becomes unsafe or disruptive.

What’s included

• Drinking water.
• safety equipment including helmet and protective gear.
• experienced English-speaking guide.
• ATV usage and fuel.
• accident insurance covering ATV damage.
• first aid kit.
• round-trip hotel transfers (on 2-hour and 4-hour options).
• lunch (4-hour option only).

Options for this experience

4 options

Guide in English or Thai10:00 and 15:00

Guide in English or Thai10:00 and 15:00

Guide in English or Thai17:30

Guide in English or Thai10:00

You pick the guide language when booking. Options with the same name differ in details you'll see when you check availability.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00, 15:00 and 17:30

Book up to10h before

AgesAdult (16 to 60 years) · Child (8 to 14 years) · Under 8: can't be booked

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight 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 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Siam Scape Journeys

Is this one for you?Book the 4-hour option if you want the temple stops, the waterfall and the mountaintop lunch. Those sites only open on the longer ride. The 2-hour option gives you jungle and hilltop terrain in half the time if you're short on schedule. The 30-minute park session suits riders testing the experience for the first time without committing to a full expedition.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (8 to 14 years). Children under 8 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.

Do I need ATV experience to book this?

No experience is required. The guide provides a full safety briefing and the ATVs are straightforward to handle. Beginners and experienced riders both ride the same trails. The guide manages the pace and stays with you throughout.

What's the difference between the 2-hour and 4-hour options?

The 2-hour ride covers jungle trails and mountain routes with panoramic viewpoints. The 4-hour option adds hilltop temples, garden paths, the Lamai viewpoint, a hidden waterfall deep in the forest and a mountaintop lunch break. Longer rides reach terrain the shorter options don't access.

Does the 30-minute ATV Park option include hotel pickup?

No. The 30-minute option takes place at the ATV park itself with no hotel transfer. The 2-hour and 4-hour rides include round-trip pickup from your accommodation.

What happens if weather turns bad during the ride?

Some stops, particularly the seasonal waterfall, may not be accessible depending on weather and season. The operator will notify you in advance if a tour must be cancelled, and will offer an alternative date, a different tour option or a full refund.

Are there age limits for riding or riding as a passenger?

Riders must be at least 16 years old. Passengers can join from age 8, but must be supervised by a parent or guardian throughout the ride and will be under close guidance from the tour instructor.