| Offer | Duration | "From" price (Oct. 2026) | Key points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paradise Trip ATV Jungle Adventure (about 4.8 out of 5, 3,600 reviews) | 30 min to 5 h | About $22 to $31 depending on the page | Rubber plantation, then natural tracks; private option; Big Buddha stop on the option of 1 h or more | See |
| Eco-Rider ATV and Big Buddha view (about 4.7 out of 5, 500 reviews) | 30 min to 2 h | About $30 to $37 | Pickup from Patong, Kata, Karon, Rawai or Chalong; guide highly praised | See |
| Quad bike with Big Buddha visit (3.6 out of 5, 7 reviews) | About 1 h | See the listing | Pickup from Kata, Patong or Karon; the quad ride is optional; few reviews | See |
Prices and durations are those of the listings in October 2026: they vary with the date, the page and the option. For a deal that combines zipline and quad, see Zipline and quad in Phuket.
Quad: what you actually do
- Route: you are driven up to the start, then ride on plantation and jungle tracks; a briefing on riding and safety comes first.
- Duration: the advertised time is not always the real time. A traveller on the Eco-Rider tour says a ride listed at 1 h took about 4 h with transfers; another got only 20 minutes at the Big Buddha.
- Big Buddha: the stop is often tied to the longest option. See the Big Buddha page.
- The least certain offer: listing t512118 has only 7 reviews at 3.6 out of 5; one complains about the vehicle's condition. We mention it because it exists, not to recommend it first.
Enduro and motocross
According to our October 2026 searches, no enduro or motocross ride in Phuket is sold on GetYourGuide: the off-road motorbike offers we found are in Krabi and Koh Samui, not Phuket. Independent local operators exist (for example PhuketEnduro.com, which mentions an introductory lesson before the ride); we have not checked their prices, bikes or insurance: ask for them in writing. Riding an off-road motorbike takes experience, unlike a quad. If you also plan to rent a two-wheeler to get around, first read Renting a scooter in Phuket and Scooter or car in Phuket.
Precautions
- Insurance: the Eco-Rider listing states accident insurance for rider and passenger, but not damage to the quad. Read the conditions of each listing.
- Age: it varies: one listing says a minimum age of 14 to drive, another 15.
- Clothing: closed shoes, clothes that can get dirty, water.
- Rain: the rainy season makes tracks muddy and can cancel the ride; see the best time to visit.
- Safety: see also scams and safety in Phuket.
Which one to choose?
- A first time, no stress: Paradise Trip or Eco-Rider, short option.
- Big Buddha as well: pick an option of at least 1 h and check how long the stop lasts.
- With children: see Phuket with family; the minimum age depends on the offer.
- Enduro or motocross: contact a local operator directly, after checking its insurance.
FAQ
Do I need a licence to drive a quad?
It depends on the offer: check the listing. The offers above give an explanation before departure.
What is the minimum age?
It varies by offer (14 or 15 to drive, according to two listings); check the listing.
Is hotel pickup included?
The offers above include pickup, sometimes with a surcharge outside the covered areas; confirm it.
Are there enduro or motocross rides in Phuket?
Yes, with independent operators, but not on GetYourGuide according to our searches.
The Phuket Authority editorial team, 20 October 2026.
