Get your adrenaline pumping with a thrilling sandboarding session on the towering dunes of Erg Chebbi. This unique desert activity lets you glide down soft golden slopes on a sandboard, surrounded by the stunning silence and vastness of the Sahara. Whether you're a beginner or a thrill-seeker, sandboarding is an unforgettable way to experience the desert’s natural playground.
What to Bring?
- Comfortable clothes (avoid loose items that collect sand)
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Water bottle
- Energy for climbing dunes and a sense of fun!
- Camera or phone for action shots
Duration:
- 1 to 2 Hours (Flexible timing, depending on your energy and enthusiasm!)
Meeting Point:
- Merzouga or your desert accommodation
Best Time to Visit:
- Early morning or late afternoon for the best temperatures and lighting
- Year-round activity, but cooler months (October to April) are more comfortable
- Meet your guide in Merzouga or start directly from your desert camp.
- Receive a quick briefing on how to use the sandboard and choose the best dunes for sliding based on conditions and skill level.
- Hike up the majestic dunes of Erg Chebbi. The higher you go, the longer the ride!
- Enjoy unlimited sandboarding sessions as you slide down the soft slopes and take in the surreal landscape.
- Take breaks to rest, snap photos, and soak up the sun.
- After the fun, return to Merzouga or your camp with the option to combine sandboarding with other activities like camel trekking or a 4x4 tour.
✔ Sandboard rental
✔ Short instructions and guidance
✔ Assistance choosing dunes suited to your skill level
✔ Bottled water
✘ Transportation to the dunes (can be arranged)
✘ Personal insurance
✘ Tips and personal expenses