Quad Biking in Cape Town: Atlantis Dunes vs Grabouw

Cape Town gives quad-biking visitors two very different landscapes: the bright, open dunes at Atlantis and the forest, mountain and waterfall trails near Grabouw. Both options are guided and beginner-friendly, but the scenery and pace feel completely different.

Atlantis Dunes quad biking

Choose Atlantis if you want sweeping white dunes, sand riding and an adventure close to Cape Town’s west coast. OnTours offers guided 45-minute and 60-minute rides from R499. A separate reserve or activity fee may apply, so check the booking details before you confirm.

Atlantis is especially popular with first-time riders, couples and groups looking for classic Cape Town dune photographs. Your guide explains the controls and safety rules before the ride, then leads the group through the permitted riding area.

Grabouw and Elgin Valley quad biking

Choose Grabouw if you prefer forest tracks, mountain scenery and a waterfall route. The guided one-hour quad-bike experience costs R599, plus the mandatory R100 nature-reserve fee, and starts at Trail’s End Bike Hotel in Grabouw.

The terrain feels greener and more varied than Atlantis. Grabouw is a strong choice for families, returning riders and visitors combining their adventure with an Elgin Valley day trip.

Which tour should you book?

Book Atlantis for dunes, sand and an iconic coastal adventure. Book Grabouw for forest, mountains and a waterfall destination. You do not need previous quad-biking experience for either location: listen to the briefing, wear suitable outdoor clothing and follow your guide throughout the ride.

Quick comparison

Atlantis: guided dune rides, 45 or 60 minutes, from R499, with a separate reserve or activity fee. Grabouw: guided forest and waterfall ride, one hour, R599 plus a R100 nature-reserve fee. Advance booking is recommended for both, especially on weekends and holidays.

Ready to ride?

Visit the Atlantis or Grabouw adventure page on OnTours Cape Town to see the available products, current times and booking details.