Drive 20 km of riverbank trails and mud tracks on a guided UTV buggy safari from Side. Helmets, hotel pickup and showers are included — expect splashy river crossings and regional cultural insights.
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You kick gravel and feel the engine nudge forward — the scrubby banks of the Manavgat and Köprüçay rivers pushing past like moving scenery. Helmets click on; an air‑conditioned minibus leaves Side behind and the trail widens into mud tracks, citrus orchards and scrub hills. For three hours you'll alternate between narrow single‑track, splashy river crossings and open stretches where dust plumes out behind the buggy.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people in light to moderate fitness; must be able to climb into a UTV and stay seated for up to three hours.
Wildlife
History
The coastal plain near Side has Roman and Ottoman layers; the rivers were trade arteries and irrigation sources that shaped settlement patterns.
Conservation
Stick to guided paths and avoid off‑trail driving to protect fragile riparian zones; operators typically limit routes to reduce erosion and disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Side: Guided Buggy UTV Safari Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a towel and a change of clothes
You will get muddy and the operator provides showers, so pack a towel and dry clothes for the ride back to your hotel.
Secure electronics
Use a waterproof phone pouch or ziplock — dust and water splashes are common on the trail.
Ride defensively and listen to the guide
Follow the guide’s briefing and keep a safe distance; inexperienced drivers should opt for a passenger seat until instructed.
Hydrate and protect from the sun
Even short coastal rides can expose you to strong sun; drink water before the tour and apply SPF.
Closed‑toe trail shoes
Protects feet from mud, rocks and vehicle footwells.
Light waterproof layer
Keeps you drier during splashy river crossings and spring showers.
spring
Waterproof phone pouch
Prevents water and dust damage to electronics during the ride.
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Protects against strong coastal sun on open sections of trail.
summer