Top 5 best quad bike (ATV) rentals in Perth

Perth is a city that likes to keep its wild side just out of reach of downtown — and nowhere is that more obvious than an hour and a half north, where the dunes at Lancelin rise like white sand mountains straight out of the scrub. This is where a quad bike rental in Perth really earns its keep: climbing the steep faces, dropping down the other side, then rolling out toward the coast near Moore River with nothing but sand, wind and the odd kangaroo track for company. Add a stop at the limestone spires of the Pinnacles Desert on the way back and you have a day that no bus tour or hire car could ever match.

Perth's own streets are wide, orderly and built for cars, which is exactly why a quad doesn't belong in them. Its real home is the loose, steep sand north of the city, terrain a scooter or a standard motorbike simply can't handle and a car can't reach at all. Most riders drive or trailer out to Lancelin first and do their quad riding once they arrive, so think of this less as city transport and more as your ticket to a landscape most tourists never see.

Top 10 things to see in Perth by quad bike

1. Lancelin Sand Dunes — the reason most people rent a quad here at all: vast, steep white dunes made for climbing and carving turns.
2. Pinnacles Desert (Nambung National Park) — thousands of limestone pillars rising out of yellow sand, a striking add-on to any dune day.
3. Yanchep National Park — bushland trails and quiet lakes closer to Perth, good for off-road riding without the long drive north.
4. Moore River — a river mouth ringed by dune trails near Guilderton, ideal for coastal riding.
5. Scarborough Beach — Perth's best-known beach strip, a handy starting point if your route runs north along the coast.
6. Swan Valley — wine country on Perth's edge, with rural back roads that make for a scenic, unhurried ride.
7. Sandy Cape — a remote dune and camping area beyond Cervantes, favoured by serious dune-riding groups.
8. Ledge Point — a low-key coastal town near Lancelin with more dune access, easy to combine into the same day.
9. Wanneroo Dunes — a smaller dune field close to Perth, useful for a shorter ride when Lancelin is too far.
10. Cervantes — a laid-back coastal town next to the Pinnacles, popular as an overnight base for a two-day dune-and-sightseeing trip.

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

The good news: quad bikes are ridden on private land or on guided off-road tours, so you don't need a motorcycle licence to get on one. Riders are generally expected to be at least 18, and operators will usually ask for a credit-card deposit or security bond in your own name before handing over the keys. No International Driving Permit is required for this one.

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

Prices swing a long way across the season. At the low end, listings on our site start from around AUD 8–15/day, while typical market rates for a full day on a quad or ATV around Lancelin run roughly AUD 150–350, and larger or newer models — or multi-day guided dune tours — can push toward AUD 300–450 and up.

• Prices peak during December and January, when the summer school holidays bring the biggest crowds to the coast.
• The cheapest rates land in the southern-hemisphere winter, roughly June to August, when the dunes are quieter and fleets have room to spare.

When to book a rental quad bike in Perth?

If you're chasing the best price, aim for the winter low season between June and August. Want warm weather and buzzing dune fields instead? Book well ahead for December and January, since that's Perth's high season and machines get snapped up fast around the Christmas and New Year school holidays. Either way, locking in your dates a few weeks out is a safe bet once summer approaches.

Local traffic rules in Perth

Australia drives on the left, so keep that in mind if you're used to the opposite side of the road. Helmets are compulsory by law for every rider, no exceptions, and must meet the Australian safety standard. Around Perth's outskirts, default speed limits sit at 50 km/h in built-up areas and up to 100–110 km/h on open highways, though out on the dunes themselves you'll mostly be following your guide's pace rather than posted signs. The blood alcohol limit is 0.05 for full licence holders and zero for learner or provisional riders, and random breath testing is common, so save the drinks for after you've parked the quad.

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!