Quad bike ATV Rentals on Kefalonia (Cephalonia)

Kefalonia rewards travellers who don't mind switchbacks. Picture yourself dropping down the cliffside road toward Myrtos Beach, its white pebbles and turquoise water spread out below you, then later that same day drifting into Fiskardo for a slow walk along the pastel-coloured harbour. A quad bike rental in Kefalonia lets you string these moments together on your own schedule, stopping wherever the view demands it instead of watching it pass through a bus window.

This island wasn't built for easy driving. Argostoli, Sami, Assos and Fiskardo sit far apart, linked by narrow hill roads that twist through olive groves and along sea cliffs, and parking in the small harbour villages is tight for anything larger than a compact vehicle. A quad handles the steep switchbacks down to Myrtos or up Mount Ainos with far more ease than a full-size car, and it lets you pull over the moment a viewpoint or a hidden cove catches your eye. That kind of freedom is really the whole point of a **quad bike rental in Kefalonia**.

Top 10 things to see in Kefalonia by quad bike

1. Myrtos Beach — the island's iconic white-pebble beach below a dramatic switchback road, and the classic photo stop of any trip here.
2. Melissani Cave (Lake) — a short ride to Karavomylos near Sami, where an underground lake glows turquoise beneath a collapsed cavern roof.
3. Drogarati Cave — a large stalactite cave just minutes from Melissani, easy to combine on the same loop.
4. Assos Village and Castle — reached by a narrow coastal road out to a small peninsula, with a Venetian fortress rising above the village.
5. Fiskardo — the colourful Venetian-era harbour at the island's northern tip, a natural place to end a north-coast ride.
6. Mount Ainos (Enos) National Park — a winding mountain road up to Kefalonia's highest peak and its black-pine forest, with cooler air and sweeping views.
7. Agia Efimia — a quiet harbour town on the east coast, a good rest stop between Sami and Fiskardo.
8. Katavothres (sinkholes) — just outside Argostoli, an easy quick stop to see the sea sinkholes and old mill wheel.
9. Antisamos Beach — a scenic bay near Sami at the bottom of a short winding descent, a popular swim stop on the Sami loop.
10. Lixouri and the Paliki Peninsula — across the gulf from Argostoli, with smaller beaches like Xi and Petani for a full day's loop.

What do you need to rent a quad bike in Kefalonia?

Greece requires a driving licence for quad bikes, though the exact category depends on how the vehicle is type-approved, so it's worth confirming the details with the rental company before you book. Non-EU visitors should bring an International Driving Permit alongside their home licence. Most operators set a minimum age of 18 and will take a deposit, usually as a credit-card hold, with the amount varying by vehicle and company.

How much does it cost to rent a quad bike in Kefalonia?

Expect to pay around 15–25 EUR per day in low season, rising to 35–55 EUR per day in high season, with premium models running 45–70 EUR per day.

• Prices climb steadily from spring, peaking in July and August, the busiest and most expensive months on the island.
• Rates ease off again from September, with the lowest prices typically found from November through March.

When to book a rental quad bike in Kefalonia?

July and August are high season: the island is at its busiest, quads sell out in advance, and prices sit at their peak, so booking ahead is worth it if you're travelling then. Low season runs roughly November to March, when prices drop but many island rental shops scale back or close entirely, so it's worth checking availability directly. May, June, September and October strike a good balance — quieter roads, milder heat and softer prices.

Local traffic rules in Kefalonia

Greece drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for every rider on a quad bike, and enforcement on the islands is strict. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 90 km/h on the open road, though Kefalonia's narrow, winding lanes rarely give you the chance to reach that. The blood-alcohol limit is 0.5 g/l, tightening to 0.2 g/l for novice drivers. Rental insurance almost always excludes unpaved roads and off-road use, so keep to tarmac, and carry your licence, IDP and rental papers with you whenever you ride.

Types of quad bikes available

On our website you can rent the following types of quad bikes: sport ATV, utility quad, two-seater quad, automatic quad, manual-shift quad, 4x4 quad, buggy (UTV), off-road racing quad, kids' quad, and larger touring ATVs.

Models of quad bikes available

On our website you can hire quad bikes from the following manufacturers: Yamaha, Honda, Polaris, Can-Am, CFMoto, Suzuki, Kawasaki, Linhai, TGB.

Which insurance is provided with my rental quad bike?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a quad bike without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online quad bike reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: helmet, goggles, gloves, individual guide or instructor, photo and video service of your ride, transfer to the starting point of your ride, full insurance, delivery to the address you choose.

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Most of our local quad bike rentals have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-maintained quad, helmet, guide and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a quad bike, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!