Ride Through the Forest

For a fresh kind of adventure in Knysna, climb onto a quad bike and experience the thrill of exploring the forest on four wheels. Knysna Charters offers fully guided quad biking tours that combine excitement with scenic beauty, giving you a unique way to connect with nature while having fun.

The Knysna Quad Bike experience takes you deep into forest trails where winding bends and natural terrain create the perfect playground. Each tour covers 10–15 km, completed at a relaxed pace in about an hour, with total excursion time stretching to two hours, including the short transfer from Thesen Island to the forest. This balance allows you to enjoy both the ride and the surroundings without feeling rushed.

Solo riders must be 16 years or older, making this an excellent adventure for teens and adults. Each quad bike is fully motorised and powerful enough to handle an adult driver with a child passenger between 3 and 16 years old. With a maximum weight of 150 kg, the bikes are designed to carry riders safely while still delivering the thrill of a forest ride.

The guided format ensures that safety and enjoyment go hand in hand. You’ll receive a quick briefing before setting off, and our experienced guides will lead the way while you focus on the excitement of the ride. Whether you’re navigating sweepy bends, soaking up the forest scenery, or sharing the experience with your child as a passenger, quad biking with Knysna Charters is all about adventure and memorable moments.

Your quad bike experience begins at the Activity Desk at Heads Up Coffee and Co, Thesen Island Harbour Town, where transfers to the forest depart.