Quad Biking · Fuengirola
How to choose
The 3 available tours run out of Las Lagunas de Mijas and Fuengirola, with prices ranging from 85 € to 119 €. For a quad experience, the sessions from AvenTouralia Quads (85 €) and ATV Adventures Costa Del Sol (90 €) offer routes ranging from 1h to 3h into the Sierra de Mijas terrain. For those who prefer a steering wheel, Bigfoot Buggy Tours (119 €) provides a 2h buggy alternative through the same rugged hills. Pick the 85 € option for a budget-friendly quad introduction or the 119 € buggy tour for a more stable but equally dusty mountain excursion.
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Our picks
Quad biking excursion from Mijas, near Malaga
At 85 €, AvenTouralia Quads delivers the core quad biking experience on the trails above Mijas with trilingual guides.
Quad guided excursion in Sierra de Mijas, near Malaga
ATV Adventures Costa Del Sol takes you on a dedicated itinerary through the Sierra de Mijas for 90 €, with a route lasting 1h to 3h built around the mountain terrain.
Frequently asked questions
How intense is quad biking in the Sierra de Mijas?
The Sierra de Mijas offers a mix of dirt tracks, rocky paths and elevation changes that keep the throttle interesting throughout. It's not extreme, but the uneven terrain and open trails deliver a genuine adrenaline push, especially on the steeper descents.
Do I need prior quad biking experience?
No. Operators like AvenTouralia Quads and ATV Adventures Costa Del Sol list “Everybody welcome” as the physical level, so zero experience is fine. Guides brief you on controls before you set off.
What's the most intense moment of the ride?
Most riders flag the downhill sections on rocky terrain as the peak rush. The combination of speed, loose ground and an open cockpit with no windshield makes those stretches the standout moment.
How long is the actual riding time?
Tours range from 1h to 3h of actual riding time, depending on the chosen route and operator.
Are the tours available year-round?
No specific season is listed for these 3 tours, which is typical for the Costa del Sol given its mild climate. Contact the operator directly to confirm availability for your travel dates.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.5 °C | 41.6 mm | Good |
| February | 12.9 °C | 62.9 mm | Good |
| March | 14 °C | 65.4 mm | Good |
| April | 16.6 °C | 31.9 mm | Peak |
| May | 18.9 °C | 19.2 mm | Peak |
| June | 22.9 °C | 5.7 mm | Peak |
| July | 26.9 °C | 0.4 mm | Peak |
| August | 27.3 °C | 0.5 mm | Peak |
| September | 23.2 °C | 5 mm | Peak |
| October | 20 °C | 27.5 mm | Peak |
| November | 15.8 °C | 51.5 mm | Good |
| December | 13 °C | 45.1 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear closed-toe shoes and long trousers to protect against dust and gravel on the trails. Sessions run up to 3h, so bring sunscreen and a small water bottle since the Málaga sun hits hard on exposed dirt tracks.
Getting there
Meeting points are located in Las Lagunas de Mijas and Fuengirola, roughly 30 km west of Málaga airport via the A-7 coastal motorway.
See also
Other activities in Fuengirola
Updated September 2026