Jeep safaris in Greece: where to go, prices and what to check before booking
Where to do jeep tours in Greece, what they cost per person or per group, and how to choose between a group tour, a private tour and self-drive.
- Organised jeep tours are popular in Corfu, Rhodes, Zakynthos, Kos, Crete and Lesbos, with mountain trips in the Pindus and Olympus.
- Sample prices: from €35 for a self-drive convoy in Rhodes to about €115–135 for a full-day all-inclusive tour (Manawa).
- A private tour from Athens to Delphi or Evia costs about €800–850 per jeep.
Book with a known operator, check what's included (meal, drinks, hotel pick-up) and the insurance. Don't take a regular hire car onto dirt roads.
Where can you do jeep tours in Greece?
Greece has countless dirt roads, mountains and hidden beaches, so jeep safaris are popular on almost every big island. Most are guided tours with a local driver, in a small group or a private jeep, stopping at viewpoints, villages, a beach and sometimes a meal or tasting.
Sample jeep tour prices
| Where | Type | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Rhodes | Self-drive convoy | 6 h to full day | €35 |
| Rhodes north or south | All-inclusive, guided | 8 h | €115–135 |
| Corfu north or south | All-inclusive, guided | 8 h | €115 |
| Corfu | Sunset | 4.5 h | €95 |
| Zakynthos | All-inclusive 4x4 | 7 h | €110 |
| Zakynthos | Sunset | 4 h | €89 |
| Kos | Panoramic or Kefalos | 5.5–8 h | €115–135 |
| Mykonos | Guided tour | 4 h | €95 |
| Lesbos | Safari and wild horses | 5–7 h | €90 |
| Mount Olympus | Jeep and hike | 4 h | €80 |
| Valia Calda (Pindus) | Off-road | 5 h | €50 |
| Santorini | Private off-road | 5 h | €360 per group |
| Athens to Delphi and Parnassus | Private | 10 h | €800 per jeep |
Source: Manawa "from" prices. Prices vary by season and group size; confirm the final price before booking.
Crete: jeep safari to the south coast
Crete has many jeep tours, mainly from Hersonissos, Heraklion and Chania into the mountains and to the south coast. Compare operators and check how much time is spent driving versus stopping. More: Crete guide.
Group, private or self-drive?
- Group tour: cheapest and simplest.
- Private: dearer but flexible; good value for a family or friends.
- Self-drive convoy: you drive behind a guide. You need a valid licence and sometimes a minimum age.
What to check before booking
- What's included: pick-up, meal, drinks, entry fees.
- Insurance and safety: seat belts, vehicle condition, cancellation for bad weather.
- Children: minimum age and child seats.
- Summer fire risk: on high-risk days authorities can close forests. See wildfires in Greece.
Can you drive dirt roads in a hire car?
Not advisable. Most rental contracts do not cover off-road damage. If you want to drive off-road yourself you need a 4x4 the company explicitly allows off-road. See car hire in Greece.
FAQ
How much is a jeep safari in Greece? Full-day all-inclusive tours usually cost €110–135 per person, shorter tours €80–95 (Manawa).
Where is the best place for a jeep tour in Greece? Corfu, Rhodes, Zakynthos, Crete and Kos are the most popular; the Pindus and Olympus for mountains.
Do I need a driving licence? Only for self-drive tours. On regular tours the guide drives.
Are jeep tours suitable for children? With most operators yes, but check the minimum age and child seats first.
