Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 13 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers worth booking?
Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers is a 4-hour experience in Mellieha, Malta, from $100 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (13)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $100 per person
Yearning for a tour with a little more roar and adventure? Venture off the beaten track on one of our quad bikes and embark on an unforgettable journey through Mellieħa’s scenic landscape while experiencing the excitement and adrenaline rush that only a quad bike ride can offer. Discover Mellieħa’s natural beauty while driving along the coastal and country trails, experiencing its magnificent heritage, visiting key landmarks, and discovering hidden gems, all while relishing the impressive beauty and distinctive charm of this unique village. Get a unique perspective while driving one of our two-seater quad bikes with your loved one or friend sitting behind you. Discover, explore, and experience the enchanting beauty of one of Malta's most picturesque locations in a fun, adventurous, and exciting way! Weather permitting, during high season (usually from April till October), we will also stop for a refreshing swim at one of Mellieħa’s gorgeous bays (don't forget your swimwear!).
What you get
About this experience
Yearning for a tour with a little more roar and adventure? Venture off the beaten track on one of our quad bikes and embark on an unforgettable journey through Mellieħa’s scenic landscape while experiencing the excitement and adrenaline rush that only a quad bike ride can offer. Discover Mellieħa’s natural beauty while driving along the coastal and country trails, experiencing its magnificent heritage, visiting key landmarks, and discovering hidden gems, all while relishing the impressive beauty and distinctive charm of this unique village. Get a unique perspective while driving one of our two-seater quad bikes with your loved one or friend sitting behind you. Discover, explore, and experience the enchanting beauty of one of Malta's most picturesque locations in a fun, adventurous, and exciting way! Weather permitting, during high season (usually from April till October), we will also stop for a refreshing swim at one of Mellieħa’s gorgeous bays (don't forget your swimwear!).
What's included
Included
- Fully comprehensive insurance
- Swim stop at a gorgeous bay in Mellieħa (during summer season and weather permitting)
- Guide: In-person: English
- Sightseeing self-drive quad bike tour of Mellieħa
- Pick-up and drop-off transfers from selected hotels or meeting points
- Helmets
- A professional tour leader
- All fuel costs
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Tips (optional)
What you'll see and do
We start our journey at our base with introductory remarks about the destination and an overview of the itinerary before we set off with a drive through Selmun, an area in Mellieha.
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Imgiebah Bay
We continue our drive, passing by Imġiebaħ Bay.
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Fort Campbell
We proceed towards Fort Campbell, a former British fortress, where we will stop for approximately 20–30 minutes.
25 minutes here
Popeye Village Viewpoint
We proceed with our drive through Manikata, an area in Mellieħa, and stop at the Popeye Village Viewport, where insights on the west and east coastal areas and the Popeye Village film set will be provided. This is also a great opportunity for some memorable photos.
25 minutes here
We continue our drive, passing by the beautiful Mellieħa Bay.
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We drive to Saint Agatha's Tower, also known as the Red Tower, a large bastioned watchtower built between 1647 and 1649. Here you will stop for approximately 20–30 minutes, and insights about the Red Tower will be provided. This is also a great opportunity for some memorable photos.
25 minutes here
White Tower Bay
We continue our drive, passing by White Tower Bay.
10 minutes here
Armier Bay
After our visit to the Red Tower, we resume our drive en route to Armier Bay, where you will also have some free time for a refreshing dip (the swim stop is generally done during the summer season and is always subject to weather conditions).
35 minutes here
Chapel of Immaculate Conception
We continue with our drive en route to the Chapel of Immaculate Conception, a charming, tiny chapel modestly perched in a promontory in Mellieħa. It features an intricate small altar and views over the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The chapel might not be open, and it is not always possible to visit from the inside.
20 minutes here
Mellieha
We continue our journey with a drive through Mellieħa Village Square before heading back to our base, where your transport will be waiting for you to take you back to your original pick-up location.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 105 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Single Quad (Driver Only)
Requirements: Drivers must be 21 years of age or older and must present an original valid driving licence. Meeting Point/Pick-Up Time: Make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time. Single Quad (Driver Only): When selecting this option, you are booking 1 quad bike per person. Booking Information: You can only book a maximum of 6 quad bikes per booking. Pickup included
Shared Quad (Driver+Passenger)
Requirements: Drivers must be 21 years of age or older and must present an original valid driving licence. Meeting Point/Pick-Up Time: Make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location (meeting point) and pickup time. Driver + 1 Passenger: When selecting this option, you are booking 1 quad bike, which accommodates 1 driver and 1 passenger. Booking Information: To book this option, you must select 2 travellers. You can only book a maximum of 1 shared quad bike per booking. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 4 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Robert Arrigo & Sons
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- The time shown on the website or on your ticket is the approximate start time of the activity and not the time when you will be picked up from your hotel (or closest meeting point). At least a few days before the date of your activity, you need to make sure to contact the tour operator to confirm your pickup location and pickup time. Your pick-up time can be anytime from 30 to 105 minutes before the start time of the tour, depending on where you are staying.
- Drivers must be at least 21 years old and must present a valid driving licence (original or copy) and another legally binding identification document (original only), such as an identity card or passport. Failure to present any of these documents will result in forfeiting the tour. No refunds will be given to any guests who fail to present any of the required documents.
- Passengers must be at least 5 years old; therefore, children and infants under the age of 5 years (0–4.99 years) are not allowed to participate in this tour. Although children (5 years of age and older) are allowed to participate in this tour, we do not recommend this activity for very young children.
- A swim stop at a gorgeous bay in Mellieha is included during high season (generally from April until October); do not forget to bring your swimwear. The swim stop is always subject to weather conditions.
- A helmet will be provided to all guests.
- All fuel costs are included.
- All guests (both drivers and passengers) are legally obliged to wear helmets while driving/riding the quad bike.
- All quad bikes are insured on a fully comprehensive basis. In case of an accident, loss, or damage to the vehicle, guests will only be liable to pay the insurance excess fee. The fee depends on the insurance company and could be anything between €300 and €400 per quad bike.
- A credit card will be required as a guarantee for insurance excess fees, traffic fines, or contraventions.
- Guests will need to sign an indemnity form before starting the tour.
- This is a self-drive tour; you will be following a tour leader who will be driving a separate quad bike.
- Drivers must always follow the tour leader.
- Racing, overtaking, or any other dangerous manoeuvres are strictly prohibited. Should you not follow theses rules, the quad bike will be confiscated. No refunds will be given to any guests not abiding by these rules.
- The maximum seating capacity on our quad bikes is two people (one driver and one passenger).
- The itinerary or programme is subject to change without prior notice, depending on weather conditions, restrictions, unforeseen circumstances, or other operational constraints.
- This tour is not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Photo opportunities
7 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Refund dealt with perfectly
Sadly the activity was cancelled due to bad weather and we had. I time left to reschedule However, I was so impressed with the speed and efficiency of the refund process - totally painless and quick - thanks
via Viator
Must do in Malta
### Amazing Experience! Our quad bike tour in Malta was absolutely amazing! The group of guys who took us out were so much fun, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. They made sure we were safe the entire time and stopped at some beautiful spots so we could take pictures and enjoy the views. It’s such a cute family-run business, and you can really tell they care about their customers having a great experience. We had so much fun and would **100% recommend** this tour to anyone visiting Malta! 🏍️🇲🇹❤️
via Viator
Excellent way to see Mellieha
This experience was well worth the money and a fab way to see some beautiful views and landmarks around Mellieha. Our guides were lovely lads, and even though my hubby and I were experienced quad bikers they went through all the safety talk and checks with us. We were lucky enough to be the only 2 on the tour so it felt like we had an exclusive package! To anyone who has limited driving or bike experience it’s really important to listen to the guides, follow their line and speed on the tracks and roads, and check your holiday insurance covers you as accidents can happen! We paid for a quad each as we both have driving licences which must be produced before the trip. We visited a lovely secluded beach where we had the opportunity to swim but we chose to have lunch in the restaurant their instead. We also saw the popeye village, visited the red tower and had some fun off roading too!
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Half-Day Adventure!
We had such a fantastic time on the Half-Day ATV Quad Tour in Mellieħa! It was the perfect way to explore the island — fun, adventurous, and packed with incredible views. Our guides were friendly and knowledgeable, taking us to a great mix of local sights, scenic viewpoints, and even some hidden beach spots that were absolutely beautiful. Riding the quads was easy to pick up and added a real sense of adventure to the day. This tour gave us a completely different perspective of Malta — beyond the usual tourist areas — and we loved every minute. If you're looking for something exciting, local, and memorable, this is it. Highly recommended!
via Tripadvisor
Incredible
Amazing trip. I felt very secured during the 4 hours ride. The guys are talkative and very nice. The views are breathtaking…
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Robert Arrigo & Sons, who run 42 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.2.
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Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mellieha.
How much does Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers cost?
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Prices start at $100 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mellieha usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mellieha is not rushed.
Is Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 13 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Mellieha, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mellieha can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mellieha and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mellieha within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Mellieha?
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On Outty we rank every Mellieha experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Malta: Gozo Full Day Buggy Tour with lunch and Comino Stop, Gozo All Inclusive Chauffeured Tuk Tuk Day Tour - Blue Lagoon, Gozo Quad Bike Day Tour - All-inclusive + Blue Lagoon. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Mellieha?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Mellieha?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers?
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Included: Fully comprehensive insurance; Swim stop at a gorgeous bay in Mellieħa (during summer season and weather permitting); Guide: In-person: English; Sightseeing self-drive quad bike tour of Mellieħa; and Pick-up and drop-off transfers from selected hotels or meeting points. Not included: Food and drinks; and Tips (optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 42 listed pickup locations in and around Mellieha. Be ready about 105 minutes before the start time.
What languages is Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers; Passengers must be at least 5 years old; therefore, children and infants under the age of; and This tour is not recommended for travellers with mobility impairments. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers?
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Across 13 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include photo opportunities, the guide. The views and photo stops come up again and again.
What booking options are available for Malta: Half-Day Quad Bike Adventure Tour Including Transfers?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Single Quad (Driver Only), Shared Quad (Driver+Passenger). Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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