Top 5 best quad bike (ATV) rentals in Santiago

Santiago's real riding country doesn't start in the city — it starts about an hour southeast, where the road climbs into the Cajón del Maipo and the pavement runs out. This is where a **quad bike** earns its keep: dirt switchbacks above the río Maipo, the turquoise water of Embalse El Yeso catching the light, the road ending at the hot springs of Baños Morales. If you want to rent a quad bike in Santiago, this canyon is the reason.

Santiago itself is a grid built for cars and metro, not for off-road exploring, but the Andes start almost the moment you leave it. The Cajón del Maipo is a corridor of gravel roads, river crossings and narrow mountain tracks that a scooter or a rental car simply can't handle well. A quad bike is built exactly for this kind of terrain, and it covers the canyon's long point-to-point distances between viewpoints, springs and glaciers far faster than you could on foot.

Top 10 things to see in Santiago by quad bike

1. Cajón del Maipo — the canyon corridor southeast of the city, with dirt roads, river views and mountain scenery, where most quad tours actually run.
2. Embalse El Yeso — a turquoise glacial reservoir at the end of a scenic access road, the classic ride from San José de Maipo.
3. Baños Morales — a small hot-spring hamlet at the end of a rough mountain road.
4. Baños Colina — higher-altitude thermal baths further up the valley, reached by a rugged track suited to off-road riding.
5. San José de Maipo — the gateway town where most rental operators are based and rides begin.
6. El Volcán — an end-of-the-road village near Cerro El Plomo, a favourite turnaround point for longer rides.
7. Cascada de las Ánimas — a private nature reserve with a waterfall, a popular base for guided quad excursions.
8. Pirque — a vineyard-lined approach road into the canyon, a scenic warm-up before the rougher mountain tracks.
9. Camino a Farellones — a winding mountain road up to the ski valley, with switchback views over the city.
10. Glaciar San Francisco — a high-altitude glacier viewpoint past El Volcán, best suited to longer, more experienced tours.

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

For off-road and guided circuits, most operators simply ask for an adult with a valid driving licence of some kind. If you plan to ride a road-registered quad on public roads, the vehicle needs to be registered and you'll need the right licence class, so check this with the rental company directly, since most tourist quad hire in Chile stays off-road. Expect a minimum age around 18, sometimes higher depending on the operator, plus a deposit held or pre-authorised on a credit card in your own name — avoid handing over cash or your passport as a deposit. An International Driving Permit isn't legally required, but it's worth carrying just in case.

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

Average rental prices run around 15,000–18,000 CLP per day in low season and 25,000–32,000 CLP per day in high season, with larger or newer models reaching 35,000–45,000 CLP per day.

• December to February, the Chilean summer, is when demand and prices peak.
• June to August is cheapest, though some higher mountain routes may be snow-restricted.

When to book a rental quad bike in Santiago?

December through February is high season, driven by the Chilean summer and school holidays — book ahead if you want a good choice of vehicle. June to August is low season with the best prices, but check road conditions higher up the canyon before you go. September to May is generally the most reliable stretch for riding around Santiago and the Cajón del Maipo.

Local traffic rules in Santiago

Chile drives on the right. Helmets are mandatory for riders, and speed limits sit around 50 km/h in built-up areas, dropping to 30 km/h near schools, with higher limits on rural roads outside the city. Alcohol limits are strict and tiered, so the practical rule on a quad bike is zero drinks before riding.

Most of our quad bike rentals in Santiago come from experienced local operators who provide a well-maintained vehicle, helmet, insurance and friendly service. If you want to rent a quad bike in Santiago, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!

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!