The dunes around Huacachina turn into a massive natural skate park in the afternoon, and this 3-hour session (3:05–6:05 PM) lets you ride them like a pro with 2–3 instructors – including a real snowboardcross competitor – right there coaching you. You’ll use full professional snowboard gear strapped to your feet, zooming up and down in a 4WD buggy or tubular that feels like a desert roller coaster. Start with a couple of easy runs on a smaller training dune to get the hang of it, then hit 4–5 giant ones covering 15 km of pure adrenaline. The instructors stay safe on the ground filming everything with pro cameras (Avata 2 drone and iPhone 15 Pro Max), sending you free edited videos and photos afterward. The day ends parked on a high dune with free time to watch the sun melt into the sand in one of those perfect desert sunsets.
Blast across Huacachina’s golden dunes in a 4x4 buggy while a professional instructor captures every twist, turn, and slide with a DJI Avata 2 drone—delivering cinematic aerial footage of your adventure that no phone can match.
The tour combines high-speed dune bashing with expert-guided sand skiing and sandboarding on more than six different dunes, using pro-level equipment (skis, boards, boots, poles, helmet, goggles) so you can carve the sand like snow. No experience? The instructor stays with you, teaching techniques and choosing the best slopes for safety and fun. Already a snowboarder or skier? They’ll help you adapt to sand’s unique feel and flow. End with a magical sunset stop in the heart of the desert—music playing, a toast with pisco and wine, and drone footage capturing the golden hour glow.
This 3-hour small-group thrill (max 8) includes pickup in Huacachina or Ica, full pro gear, drone video/photos, and the sunset drink.
Real talk: the buggy is bumpy and dusty—bring sunglasses and a bandana; the desert sun is strong even late afternoon, so sunscreen is essential.
Perfect for adrenaline seekers who want pro-quality footage; book early for sunset slots.
Here's practical advice to help your dune adventure go well, based on common experiences with the buggy, sandboarding, and sunset. We've pulled this from what past guests told us after their trips.
Common issues. Not wheelchair accessible—dunes and buggy. Guests found moderate fitness sufficient; no major climbs. Weather rarely cancels; dress in layers.
No experience needed. Instructor teaches basics; beginners slide sitting or lying. Past guests had a blast even on first tries.
Thrilling—fast climbs, sharp turns, big drops. Guests with average fitness loved it, but it’s bumpy—hold on tight.
Yes for children 7+ who handle bumps and speed. Families said older kids loved the ride and sandboarding, but supervise closely.
DJI Avata 2 drone captures cinematic footage—shared after. Guests got pro-level shots of dunes and sunset; bring your own phone for extra.
Ride is guided—instructors adjust for comfort. Guests took breaks at dune tops; no rush.
Small group (max 8), pro gear, instructor guidance, drone footage, and epic sunset toast. Past guests said the adrenaline, views, and pro-quality media made it the ultimate desert adventure.
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