Quad Bikes Rental in Gozo (With GPS Map Included)

Gozo is made for getting pleasantly lost. This private quad rental in Xewkija gives you a 450cc CFMoto quad and a GPS map loaded with beaches, sights, cafés, and restaurants, so you can cross the island at your own pace. I like the freedom to choose your stops, and I like the practical design: both people get helmets, while a large storage box keeps your belongings secure.

The strongest part of the experience is the personal introduction before you leave. Staff explain the controls, the map, and local routes clearly, with the team member known as Ghost praised for a careful and friendly briefing. The main drawback is the large security deposit, €750 in high season, along with fuel costs and the need for a credit or debit card.

Key points to know before booking

• 450cc quads with real passenger seats: These are powerful rental machines designed for two people, rather than small novelty vehicles with an uncomfortable perch.
• GPS map on your smartphone: The map points you toward beaches, villages, historic sites, cafés, and restaurants, helping you plan without a guide.
• A useful five-hour option: Five hours gives you time to see much of Gozo, but eight hours is the safer choice if you want a relaxed island circuit.
• Secure rear storage: The large cargo box is valuable for phones, wallets, and small personal items, especially since large bags and luggage are not allowed.
• Self-guided access to major sights: You can reach Ta’ Ċenċ, Ramla Bay, Ta’ Pinu Basilica, the Blue Hole, and the Ggantija Temples under your own plan.
• Important extra costs: Fuel is not included, and the deposit is €750, reduced to €450 between October 1 and March 31.

Why a quad works so well on Gozo

Gozo is small enough to explore in a day, but it has enough villages, bays, cliffs, and historic sites to make ordinary sightseeing feel rushed. A quad gives you more independence than a standard car and more comfort than a scooter, while still letting you use Gozo’s smaller roads.

You can stop when a view catches your eye, change your plan after lunch, or spend longer at a beach without waiting for a group. This is especially useful for two people sharing one vehicle. You can switch driver and passenger during the day without paying extra for the second person.

The quad is a CFMoto 450S luxury version, with a 450cc engine and a proper passenger seat. That matters. A real seat gives your companion a more stable ride, and the larger machine should feel more capable on rougher stretches than a lightweight rental scooter.

Still, this is not a gentle sightseeing bus. You need confidence with a larger motor vehicle and enough comfort to handle changing road surfaces. The company provides an operating briefing, but you remain responsible for your own driving and decisions.

Starting in Xewkija with a proper briefing

You check in at Hammerhead Projects in Xewkija, where the staff handle the paperwork, deposit, vehicle handover, and safety explanation. The introduction is one of the most important parts of the day, especially if you have never driven a quad before.

The briefing covers how to operate the vehicle safely and efficiently. It also explains the GPS map, which you download to your smartphone before setting off. Take this moment seriously. Ask questions about the route, the controls, and any places you are unsure about visiting.

The staff are available in English and French. The friendly approach has been a repeated strength, and one team member, Ghost, is specifically praised for giving clear instructions and helping first-time drivers feel comfortable.

Both driver and passenger receive helmets. Third-party limited liability insurance is included, though that should not be confused with eliminating your financial responsibility for the vehicle. The €750 deposit is still required on the day, using a Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card. In the low season, from October through March, the deposit drops to €450.

You cannot bring luggage or large bags. Pack lightly, and use the storage box for smaller items. Your passport or identity card, driving licence, and payment card should be ready at check-in.

Reading Gozo through the GPS map

The GPS map is more than a digital pin dropped onto a blank screen. It includes points of interest, beaches, restaurants, and cafés, giving you a ready-made list of places to consider without forcing you into a fixed route.

I like this approach because it gives you structure without taking away choice. You can follow a suggested path, skip a stop, or build your own route around the weather and your energy. You also avoid the common problem of reaching a beautiful place and then wasting time deciding where to go next.

The map does not replace local judgment. Use the staff’s advice before leaving, and treat the suggested stops as a framework rather than a promise that you can see everything in one rental period.

For a first visit, I would mark the main sights before setting off:

• Ta’ Ċenċ cliffs
• Ramla Bay
• Ta’ Pinu Basilica
• The Blue Hole
• Ggantija Temples
• Villages, cafés, and restaurants shown on the map

A five-hour rental can cover a surprising amount of ground. Several people who chose five hours felt they had seen much of the island, but also found that a couple of stops had to be missed. If you want to stop for a swim, eat lunch, visit the temples, and take photographs without watching the clock, choose the full eight hours.

Ta’ Ċenċ cliffs and Gozo’s open scenery

Ta’ Ċenċ is a natural early or late stop because the cliffs give you a broad view and a strong sense of Gozo’s rugged side. The quad makes it easier to reach scenic areas from different directions, then continue without retracing every step.

This is where the vehicle’s size can be useful. The 450cc engine gives you a capable ride for the island’s varied terrain, while the passenger seat makes it practical for a couple. You still need to drive with care and follow the briefing rather than treating the quad like a toy.

Allow time to get off the vehicle and look around. The point of this rental is not to collect as many locations as possible. It is to have the freedom to pause at places that appeal to you.

Ramla Bay for a beach break

Ramla Bay gives the day a welcome change of pace. After riding through villages and countryside, you can stop by the sand, take a swim, or simply rest before continuing.

The GPS map makes beach planning easier, but the rental does not include a guide who will arrange your swim or manage your schedule. Bring only what you can store in the cargo box, since large bags are not allowed.

If you choose the shorter rental, do not try to fit every beach and historic site into the same day. Ramla Bay is the kind of stop that can quietly take longer than planned, especially if you want time in the water.

Ta’ Pinu Basilica and the island’s long past

Ta’ Pinu Basilica is one of Gozo’s most recognizable religious landmarks and an obvious destination on the GPS map. Its setting makes it a worthwhile stop even if you are not planning a long visit.

The quad lets you approach the basilica as part of a wider island route rather than making it your only destination. You can combine it with the coast, a café, or another village, then continue when you are ready.

Ggantija Temples offer a different look at Gozo. These ancient structures provide a direct connection to the island’s distant past, and they are worth including if historic sites matter to you. The important planning point is time. Visiting Ggantija, stopping at Ta’ Pinu, and spending time at the coast can make five hours feel short.

The Blue Hole and the western coast

The Blue Hole is another suggested stop, especially if you want a place connected to swimming and Gozo’s coastal scenery. You can include it with Ta’ Pinu and other western sights, creating a route that feels varied rather than repetitive.

A quad is particularly handy for this kind of day because you do not need to commit to one long stay. Stop for photographs, walk around, swim if conditions suit you, then continue to the next point on the map.

Keep your schedule realistic. A self-guided route can look short on a phone and still take much longer once you add parking, walking, food, photographs, and time spent finding the next turn.

The quad itself, comfort, and storage

The orange CFMoto quads are described as premium machines and the most powerful rental quads available from the company, with 450cc engines. The vehicles are also reported as new or very well maintained, which matters when your day depends on reliable transport.

The passenger seat is a major advantage for couples or friends sharing one quad. You can change drivers during the rental, giving both people a chance to take the controls. You should only switch when safely stopped, of course.

The large storage box is one of the most practical features. It keeps smaller belongings protected instead of leaving bags tied loosely to the vehicle. Store your essentials there, but avoid bringing anything that counts as large luggage.

Fuel is not included. The quad starts with a full tank and must return full. The stated fuel cost is about €7 to €8 per quad for every five hours, which is modest compared with the rental price, but it is still worth budgeting for.

Is $94 good value for two people?

The listed price is $94 per group of up to two people, not $94 per rider. That makes the rental much better value for a couple or two friends sharing one quad, especially when you compare it with booking two separate vehicles.

The price includes the quad, helmets, storage box, GPS map, and third-party limited liability insurance. It does not include fuel, hotel pickup, a guide, or the security deposit.

The real value comes from the time and freedom. You are not paying for a fixed sightseeing route or a guide who decides when you leave each stop. You are paying for access to a capable vehicle and the ability to shape your day around Gozo.

The deposit is the detail that may change your decision. You need a Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card for €750 in high season, or €450 from October 1 to March 31. Make sure your available card limit can handle that temporary charge or authorization before you book.

How long should you rent?

The available rental period is three to eight hours. Three hours suits a shorter outing, perhaps with a small number of nearby stops, but it will not give you a relaxed tour of the whole island.

Five hours is a sensible middle choice. You can reach several major sights and spend a good part of the day riding, but you may need to cut a stop or move quickly. A five-hour ride is also the option that has been praised as a full and enjoyable day out.

Choose eight hours if you want to include Ta’ Ċenċ, Ramla Bay, Ta’ Pinu Basilica, the Blue Hole, and Ggantija Temples, with proper breaks. You will have more room for lunch, swimming, and unplanned stops.

Check the available start times carefully, since the exact schedule depends on the date you choose. You return the quad to the provider’s garage at the end of the rental.

Who should book this Gozo quad rental?

I would choose this for two adults who want an active, independent day and are comfortable operating a quad. It suits couples, friends, and first-time quad drivers who appreciate a clear briefing before setting out.

It is also a good fit if you have already seen Malta’s main sights and want a more flexible way to experience Gozo’s villages and countryside. The private group format means you are not tied to strangers or a guide’s pace.

This is not suitable for pregnant women, children under eight, drivers under 21, people with mobility impairments, or people with pre-existing medical conditions. Drivers must be between 21 and 71 years old and must bring a valid driving licence.

You should also think twice if you dislike riding in changing conditions, want hotel pickup, or prefer someone else to handle navigation. This is a rental, not a guided excursion.

Practical advice for a smoother ride

Bring your driving licence, passport or identity card, and a Visa or Mastercard card for the deposit. Keep your luggage at your accommodation because large bags are not allowed.

Download the GPS map during the briefing and make sure you understand how to use it before leaving the garage. It is much better to sort out navigation while parked than to wrestle with your phone on the road.

Plan your top three stops first. Then add beaches, cafés, and restaurants from the map if time allows. This gives you a firm route while leaving space for the freedom that makes the rental worthwhile.

Budget for fuel, and return with a full tank. Most importantly, listen to the staff’s safety instructions. The strongest part of the experience is not simply the engine size. It is the combination of sound equipment, a careful introduction, useful local tips, and enough independence to make Gozo your own for the day.

Should you book it?

Book this quad rental if you want to see a lot of Gozo without joining a guided group. The 450cc machine, proper passenger seat, GPS map, helmets, and secure storage make it a practical choice for two people, and the staff’s clear briefing is reassuring for beginners.

I would choose five hours for a focused outing and eight hours for a full island day. Before booking, confirm that you can cover the €750 deposit, fuel, and rental price, and that both driver and passenger meet the requirements.

If those conditions work for you, this is one of the more flexible ways to connect Gozo’s cliffs, beaches, villages, churches, and ancient sites in a single outing.

FAQ

Where does the quad bike rental start?

You check in with the staff at Hammerhead Projects in Xewkija, Gozo.

How many people can share one quad?

The rental is priced per group of up to two people. The quad has a real passenger seat, and the two people can switch between driver and passenger during the rental without paying extra for the second driver or passenger.

How powerful are the quad bikes?

The rental vehicles are CFMoto 450S luxury-version quad bikes with 450cc engines.

Is a GPS map included?

Yes. You receive a GPS map of Gozo on your smartphone, with points of interest, beaches, restaurants, and cafés.

Are helmets provided?

Yes. Helmets are provided for both the driver and the passenger.

Is fuel included in the price?

No. The quads start with a full tank and must be returned full. Fuel is estimated at about €7 to €8 per quad for every five hours.

How much is the security deposit?

The deposit is €750 and must be paid with a Visa or Mastercard credit or debit card. It is reduced to €450 during the low season, from October 1 to March 31.

What age must the driver be?

Drivers must be between 21 and 71 years old and must bring a driving licence. The activity is not suitable for drivers under 21.