One-Hour Atlantis Dunes Quad Biking Tour

About this experience

Everything is automatic — twist and go. There is no gear changing, no clutch and no previous riding experience required, which is why this tour suits families, couples and groups who want the dune experience without a long day out.

Riding time is a full hour on the sand, with short photo stops at the higher ridges where the dune field opens out towards the West Coast.

What's included

• ▸Automatic quad bike for the full hour
• ▸Helmet and safety equipment
• ▸Pre-ride safety briefing and hands-on training
• ▸Professional dune guide, maximum six riders per guide
• ▸Scenic photo stops
• ▸Permit assistance at the reserve gate

What's not included

• –Compulsory reserve permit and conservation fee (added per rider)
• –Transport to and from the reserve
• –Food, drinks and personal items
• –Gratuities

How the total price works

Tour fee

R950 per rider

Reserve permit

R300 per rider

Total estimated price

R1 250 per rider

Rider requirements

• ▸Riders must be able to reach and operate the handlebar controls comfortably.
• ▸Children ride as passengers with a guide or adult rider where permitted on the day.
• ▸No alcohol or drugs before or during the ride.
• ▸Closed shoes, long trousers and sunglasses or goggles are strongly recommended.
• ▸A signed indemnity is required from every rider or their guardian before departure.

Full detail on briefings, gear and reserve rules is on the quad biking safety page.

What to wear

Closed shoes, long trousers, a light jacket for the wind off the Atlantic, sunglasses or goggles, sunscreen and a buff or scarf for fine sand. Leave loose scarves and jewellery in the car. Full guidance is in the what to wear at Atlantis Dunes guide.

How booking works

1. Send an availability request with your date, riders and transfer requirement.
2. We confirm the departure slot and permit availability in writing.
3. You receive a written total, including the compulsory reserve permit.
4. Arrive, complete the indemnity, get fitted and trained, then ride.

All departures are subject to daily reserve permit availability.

Cancellation in short

Reschedules are free with sufficient notice, and rides cancelled by the reserve or by unsafe weather are rescheduled or refunded. Read the cancellation policy and refund policy in full before booking.

Where you ride

Atlantis Dunes sit inside the Witzands Aquifer Nature Reserve, approximately 45–60 minutes from central Cape Town, depending on traffic. The exact meeting point inside the reserve is confirmed with your booking, because the staging area moves with wind and dune conditions. See directions to Atlantis Dunes.