Short (≤ 2 h)Sunset Camel Trekking in Erg Chebbi
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Erg Chebbi dunes, Merzouga
Sandboarding in Erg Chebbi
Sandboarding is a simple, joyful way to enjoy the dunes. Choose a gentle slope to slide down sitting, or stand up and carve if you have snowboard experience.
- approx. 1–2 h
- Short (≤ 2 h)
- Erg Chebbi dunes, Merzouga
About this activity
The soft, fine sand of Erg Chebbi makes good boarding terrain. Your guide picks a slope to match the group — a short, gentle face for beginners and children, steeper ones for those with experience. Most people start sitting or lying on the board, which is easy and surprisingly fast. Erg Chebbi’s larger dunes, which reach around 150 m, offer long runs, but most sessions use shorter, safer slopes closer to the dune edge.
The hardest part is walking back up: dune climbing is tiring, so sessions usually involve a handful of runs rather than dozens. Late afternoon, when the sand is cooler, is the best time, and it combines well with a sunset camel ride or a camp stay. Boards are basic compared with snowboards and the experience depends on the sand; it is about fun rather than speed.
- Suitable for beginners and children
- Sit-down or stand-up options
- Combines well with camel rides or camp stays
- Late-afternoon sessions for cooler sand
Typical plan
- StartWalk or ride to a suitable slope; short instruction.
- First runsGentle slope, sitting or lying on the board.
- Later runsSteeper faces or standing up if confident.
- EndRest at the top; walk back.
Timings shift with the season (sunrise and sunset change by more than two hours across the year).
What’s included
Typically included
- Sandboard
- Guide and basic instruction
Not included
- Transfers
- Drinks
- Tips
We confirm these details in your written quote:
- Board type (with or without bindings)
- Minimum age
- Location of slope
Safety, ages & accessibility
Climbing dunes is strenuous — not recommended for anyone with heart, knee or back problems, or during pregnancy. Children must be supervised, and steeper faces are only for confident adults. Keep feet first or sit on the board; head-first runs are not allowed. Avoid the hottest hours in summer — the sand can burn bare skin. Minimum ages are set by the operator — please confirm.
Good to know
- Wear long trousers to protect your legs.
- Bring water — climbing is thirsty work.
- Late afternoon has cooler sand and better light.
- Keep phones zipped away.
Price & booking
Contact us for a price. Every trip is priced for your dates, group size, tour type and accommodation level. Send us your plan on WhatsApp or by email and we will send you the price. [TO CONFIRM: payment method (e.g. bank transfer), deposit amount and balance deadline]. A booking is confirmed only after we confirm availability and payment arrangements in writing. We never ask for card details on this website.
FAQs
Do I need snowboarding experience?
No. Most people slide down sitting on the board.
Can children try?
Yes, on gentle slopes with supervision. Minimum ages are confirmed with the operator.
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