Omiš/Split Expedition: 65 km Quad Tour to Hidden Waterfalls

From Omiš, this 65-kilometre quad ride cuts inland through the Cetina canyon before returning to the Adriatic coast. You get mountain roads, waterfall viewpoints, an old village, a stone sculpture park, and a swim stop in about four hours. It is a good way to see far more than the beach and town center.

I like the small group limit of eight people, which makes it easier to keep a sensible pace and stop for photos. I also like the two-seat CF Moto CForce 450 L quads, since you can share the driving and the experience with a partner. The main consideration is that you need a valid category B driving license, and the route is not suitable for people with back or mobility problems.

The best parts of the ride

• 65 kilometres of variety: Follow canyon roads, mountain routes, coastal viewpoints, and off-road sections in one half-day.
• Waterfalls with time to enjoy them: Stop at the Velika Gubavica viewpoints and swim at Male Gubavica waterfall.
• A small-group format: With no more than eight participants, the guide can adjust the pace and allow time for photos.
• More than an ATV thrill: The route includes Mimice Old Village and an open-air stone sculpture park.
• Comfortable two-seat quads: The CF Moto CForce 450 L has storage space and room for a driver and passenger.
• A practical coastal finish: End with views over Vruja Bay before returning to Omiš.

Why this Omiš quad tour is different

Many outdoor activities around Omiš stay close to the Cetina River or focus only on speed. This ride tries to connect several sides of Dalmatia in one outing. You begin near the coast, climb toward the inland village of Zadvarje, follow the river canyon, visit waterfall viewpoints, then return toward the sea.

That variety gives the tour its real value. You are not spending four hours repeating the same type of road. One stretch offers high mountain views. Another follows winding canyon roads. Later, the route shifts to village lanes, a sculpture park, a waterfall, and a bay viewpoint.

I also like that the ride is not presented as a race. The guide leads the group, but the pace can feel relaxed. At each viewpoint, you have room to take pictures and enjoy the setting rather than being pushed straight back onto the quads. A particularly useful detail is that the guide may take the group along an off-road route, adding some rougher, more playful riding without turning the whole trip into a technical challenge.

You should still treat this as an active excursion. You will be seated on a motor vehicle for several hours, handling turns and changing road surfaces. The provider specifically excludes people with back problems, mobility impairments, low fitness, and wheelchair users. Drivers must be at least 18, and the stated maximum weight is 260 pounds, or 118 kilograms.

Starting in Omiš with the right expectations

The meeting point is at Ul. Josipa Pupačića 5 in Omiš. Look for the orange quad bikes parked in front of the agency. The tour returns to the same place, so you do not need to arrange a separate ride back from the countryside.

Your guide gives you quad-bike instructions before departure. Helmets, petrol, personal insurance, and the guide are included. Bring your driving license, since a valid category B license is required for anyone driving. Alcohol and drugs are not allowed.

The quads are CF Moto CForce 450 L models with 400 cubic centimetres of engine capacity. They are double-seaters, so one person can drive while another rides behind. The vehicles have large storage boxes, useful for small personal items, though you should still keep anything fragile or valuable well protected.

I would wear closed shoes and practical clothes that can handle dust and road spray. The supplied information specifically recommends bringing a driver’s license, but a swimsuit makes sense because the route includes a swimming break. If you go early in the day, take a light jacket. The ride can feel fresh at higher speeds, especially once the quads climb away from the coast.

Following the Cetina canyon roads

The first major part of the route takes you through the Cetina canyon. Here, the appeal is the change in scale. Omiš is a coastal town, but only a short distance inland the roads rise into a world of rock, river bends, and mountain views.

You follow serpentine roads through the canyon, with the guide setting the route and keeping the group together. These roads provide the most satisfying driving of the day because they combine scenery with active riding. You are not simply sitting in a vehicle looking out a window. You must pay attention to bends, surface changes, and the riders ahead.

The guide also points out scenic stops along the way. The small group helps here. With up to eight participants, the ride should feel less crowded than a large convoy, and the guide can keep an eye on different driving levels. If you are new to quad biking, use the instruction period to ask about braking, turning, and the best way to handle the route.

The tour is designed to be safe, but no motor activity is risk-free. The quads are described as well maintained and built for comfortable handling, yet the rider still has responsibility for driving carefully. The included personal insurance does not mean every type of vehicle damage is covered. Incident damage insurance is not included, so check the provider’s terms before you set off.

Zadvarje and the Velika Gubavica viewpoints

Zadvarje is the main inland stop and an important pause in the route. The tour allows about an hour here, including a photo stop and a refreshment break. That gives you time to step away from the quad, look around, and enjoy the mountain setting without feeling rushed.

The village is also the access point for views toward Velika Gubavica waterfall. The viewpoint is one of the strongest scenic moments of the ride, with the canyon and waterfall providing a dramatic contrast to the open coastal views later in the day.

A coffee or refreshment stop is part of the plan, but food and drinks are not included in the price. Bring money if you want to buy something in Zadvarje. The pause matters because four hours on a quad can feel more tiring than the clock suggests. You get a chance to stretch your legs, take pictures, and reset before the next section.

The waterfall viewpoints are primarily for seeing and photographing the area. The swimming stop comes later at Male Gubavica waterfall, so do not assume that every waterfall stop is a bathing stop. If you want to swim, keep your swimsuit and towel accessible rather than buried in the storage box.

Mimice Old Village and the stone sculpture park

The ride also makes room for culture. At Mimice Old Village, the route shifts from natural scenery to local character. This is a useful addition because it gives the excursion a stronger sense of place. You are not only crossing countryside for the views; you are also seeing one of the older settlements along the route.

The stop includes an art and culture visit, followed by an open-air stone sculpture park. The sculpture park is an unusual detail and helps separate this experience from a standard off-road outing. Stone is central to the built environment of Dalmatia, so seeing it used in an artistic setting adds a different angle to the region.

Do not expect a long museum visit or a formal art tour. The schedule is built around a series of short stops, driving sections, and viewpoints. Think of the sculpture park as an outdoor pause where you can look at the works, take pictures, and enjoy something unexpected between the canyon and the coast.

The pace is one of the tour’s strengths. The guide can let you spend more time at a view or cultural stop when the group is enjoying it. Still, the total excursion lasts four hours, so each stop has a practical limit. If you prefer a slow village visit with long café time, this may feel brisk. If you want several different experiences in half a day, the mix works well.

Swimming at Male Gubavica waterfall

Male Gubavica waterfall provides the most active stop after the driving. You have a chance to swim, so this is the point where swimwear becomes useful rather than merely optional.

A waterfall stop can be a welcome break after several stretches on the quad. You can cool off, take pictures, and enjoy a more natural setting before continuing. I would bring a towel and keep electronics in a dry bag or sealed pouch. The information provided does not specify changing facilities, water temperature, or how long the swim lasts, so plan for a simple outdoor stop rather than a fully serviced beach visit.

The swimming opportunity also means you should pack with some care. The quads have storage boxes, but wet clothing and camera equipment need to be separated. Since food and drinks are not included, carry water if you prefer not to wait for the refreshment stop in Zadvarje.

This part of the route may not suit everyone. People with low fitness or mobility limitations should not book this activity, and the provider does not accept wheelchair users. The tour is also not suitable for children under five or people over 65 according to the stated restrictions.

Finishing at Vruja Bay

The final scenic stop is a panoramic view over Vruja Bay. After the inland roads, the return toward the Adriatic gives you a different sense of the region. You have seen the river canyon and mountain heights, then villages and waterfalls, and now the route opens back toward the coast.

Vruja Bay is one of the four photo checkpoints included along the ride. The other photo opportunities come at scenic points on the route, the waterfall viewpoints, and the cultural stops. The guide can help the group pause in the right places, so keep your phone or camera ready without letting it interfere with safe riding.

The bay viewpoint is a fitting final stop because it shows how close the inland and coastal sides of Dalmatia are. From Omiš, you can reach steep canyon roads and high viewpoints in the same half-day. That is the central reason to choose this tour instead of spending another morning only in town.

After the bay, the group returns to Ul. Josipa Pupačića 5. The route finishes at the original meeting point, making it easy to continue your day in Omiš.

How the $154 price holds up

At $154 per person, this is not a cheap transport option. You are paying for a guided 65-kilometre route, a quad bike, petrol, a helmet, personal insurance, and a four-hour outing with several stops.

The value depends on how you use the tour. If you are already planning to rent a vehicle, pay for fuel, find the canyon roads, locate the waterfall viewpoints, and organize your own route through Zadvarje and Mimice, the price covers a lot of planning and equipment. You also avoid the uncertainty of finding the best roads on your own.

The price is easier to justify for two people sharing a quad. You get the driving experience without needing two separate vehicles, and both people take part in the route. The small-group format adds value, too, since the ride is limited to eight participants rather than being a large motor procession.

Food and drinks are extra, and incident damage insurance is not included. Keep those costs in mind when budgeting. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity, and you can reserve now and pay later, which is useful when your Croatian schedule depends on weather or ferry plans.

Who should book this ride

I would choose this tour if you want active sightseeing and like having several types of scenery in one outing. It suits couples, friends, and small groups who can share the two-seat quads and enjoy taking turns driving.

It is especially useful for a short stay in Omiš. In four hours, you see the coast, the Cetina canyon, Zadvarje, waterfall viewpoints, Mimice Old Village, a sculpture park, and Vruja Bay. You do not need to spend a full day arranging separate visits.

You should skip it if you want a quiet, passive excursion. The route involves driving, turns, changing surfaces, and several hours on a quad. It is also not a fit for anyone with back problems, mobility impairments, low fitness, or a need for wheelchair access.

The driver must be at least 18 and hold a category B license. The provider also lists restrictions for children under five, people over 65, and anyone over 260 pounds or 118 kilograms. Check these conditions honestly before booking, since they affect both safety and eligibility.

Should you book the Omiš 65 km quad tour?

Book it if you want more than a standard beach day and like the idea of combining driving with waterfalls, village culture, art, and wide views. The strongest reasons are the varied route, the relaxed small-group approach, and the chance to swim at Male Gubavica waterfall.

I would also book it for the guide-led access to roads and viewpoints that would be harder to connect on your own. The ride is not simply about speed. It gives you a practical way to see the Cetina canyon and the inland side of the Omiš area, then finish with the Adriatic at Vruja Bay.

Skip it if you are uncomfortable driving, need a fully accessible activity, or want a slow cultural tour with no physical effort. For the right rider, though, the $154 price buys a busy and varied half-day, with enough scenic stops to make the quad itself only one part of the experience.

FAQ

Where does the quad tour start and finish?

The tour starts and ends at Ul. Josipa Pupačića 5 in Omiš. Orange quad ATV bikes are parked in front of the agency.

How long is the activity?

The experience lasts four hours. Check availability for the available starting times.

How far do the quads travel?

The route covers approximately 65 kilometres.

Do I need a driving license?

Yes. Anyone driving must bring a valid category B driving license.

What type of quad bikes are used?

The tour uses CF Moto CForce 450 L, 400 cubic centimetre, double-seat quad bikes. Each quad has a storage box.

What is included in the price?

Quad-bike instructions, personal insurance, helmets, a guide, and petrol are included.

Are food and drinks included?

No. Food and drinks are not included, although the route includes a coffee and refreshment break in Zadvarje.

Can I cancel the booking?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Reserve now and pay later is also available.