Sandboarding in the Moroccan desert

Moroccan desert sandboarding: Have you heard of sandboarding? It’s the perfect sport to try during your Moroccan desert excursion! If you’re looking for thrills and unique activities during your vacation and stay in Morocco, a trip to the Moroccan desert is a great idea!

What exactly is sandboarding or sandsurfing? Can it be practiced everywhere in the Moroccan desert or only in certain areas? What equipment is needed? We give you all the details about sandboarding in the Moroccan Sahara in this article!

What equipment is needed for sandboarding?

To go sandboarding in the Moroccan desert, all you need is a snowboard. If you’d like to include sandboarding in your Moroccan desert excursion, the necessary equipment is provided at the bivouac.

For sandsurfing in the Sahara, we advise you to wear longer clothing to protect yourself from the sun and sand (in case of a fall).

How is sandsurfing practiced in the Moroccan desert?

Sandboarding in the desert is similar to snowboarding. The only difference is that instead of snow and towering mountains, you have warm sand and dunes! Your feet are strapped to the sandboard, and then you simply glide down the dunes, imagining yourself flying through the air! You walk back up the dune each time you want to repeat the experience. So, anyone can try sandboarding, provided they have a little courage and motivation!

It’s best to go sandboarding in the late afternoon because the sand is warmer, so you’ll glide more easily. Plus, the sun won’t be as strong, so you can fully enjoy sandboarding and the sunset.

Where can I go sandboarding in the Moroccan desert?

Sandboarding can be practiced in the Sahara duringan excursion to Merzouga or Chegaga Starting from Marrakech, for example. Sandsurfing requires dunes of a certain height. That’s why Erg Chebbi and Erg Chegaga are ideal spots in the Moroccan desert for this activity.

Sandboarding is a great activity to do with friends or family.

In addition to sandsurfing, an excursion in the Moroccan desert also includes a camel ride or quad biking.

Sandsurfing and what other activities are available in the Moroccan desert?

Besides sandboarding, there’s also quad biking and buggying. Make the most of your trip to the Moroccan desert by trying out some unique activities. Quad biking tours can be arranged in M’Hamid , Erg Chegaga, Ouarzazate, Merzouga, Marrakech, Zagora, and more. You can choose a one- or two-hour tour or a half-day excursion! Buggy rides are another great activity to enjoy in the Moroccan desert. The best places in the desert for buggying are Merzouga and Erg Chegaga..