2hr COMBO - 1hr Lie-down Sandboarding and 1hr Quad Bike ride
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2hr COMBO - 1hr Lie-down Sandboarding and 1hr Quad Bike ride
By Desert Explorers cc
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Ages 9-99, max of 20 per group
Duration: 2h
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Live guide: English
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- Bottled water
- Quad bike, sandboard, safety gear
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Desert explorers adventure centre, 8G7H+XMM, Nathaniel Maxuilili, Swakopmund, Namibia
Pickup details- Fees will depend on pick-up location and the amount of persons to be picked up. Please contact our facility regarding specific arrangements. Please confirm how long before your activity time you will be picked up, as times may vary according to location.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Rooikop Airport, Walvis Bay Namibia
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Walvis Bay International Airport, 2JCR+WH4, Rooikop, Namibia
- Walvis Bay Port, 2FWR+CFH, Unnamed Road, Walvis Bay, Namibia
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 264146P5- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 264146P5
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- SLIGHT0010 contributionsWorth the effort for a couple of hoursEnjoyed this trip But try to go as a couple Once your further out it becomes better and stop often to enjoy the desert Worth the money / effortWritten March 18, 2025
- adamlK1025HI0 contributionsCash machine a scam and poor tripAVOID USING THE CASH MACHINE IN THEIR OFFICE ! IT'S A SCAM !! I used their cash machine in their office and the commission was too much so I cancelled the transaction. I then got my card back and didn't give me a receipt. I then noticed the mo ey had come out my bank even though I had cancelled the transaction. I went back to the office and reported it and was told this happens all the time and my money would be returned. It was never returned and had to report it to my bank. They have told my bank that I had the money and my card and pin was used. This is untrue and must be some sort of scam going on. Looks like I won't get my money back either. Be warned ⚠️ As for the trip We did, the driver dropped us off at the wrong place and had to all get back on bus after walking a long way to the wrong place. On pick up the driver never turned up and we had to wait in an isolated place for well over an hour with children with no toilets and no way to contact anyone. It was only by luck someone came past and helped us . Avoid ,avoid ,avoidWritten February 4, 2025
- unsureof0 contributionsThrilling and safe with Mathew as our guideWe were a bit worried as the weather was not in our favour when we arrived. However, once we got going and got used to our bikes the skies cleared and we had an amazing time on the dunes which felt too short. Mathew was a great guide and gave me enough time to get used to the bike as it was my 1st time. Would recommend if you are in the area.Written August 15, 2024
- EileenMtShasta0 contributionsReally Fun Experience!We came on a cruise ship excursion (MSC Poesia) and they used this company. We all had a fantastic time! After the signing of the waivers, they gave us helmets, a short coaching session, and then a slow ride so everyone could get a feel for it. Many of us had never driven quad bikes before but we got the hang of it very quickly! Then we rode full speed over the dunes and it was fantastic fun! We rode for one hour.Written July 20, 2024
- georginaleight0 contributionsAn absolute MUST DO!Such a fun way to explore the dunes. It’s absolutely breathtaking! Mono, our guide, was so knowledgeable and made the quad bike tour so much fun for us. Thank you Mono for going the extra mile!Written July 11, 2024
- D6536RLlouisen0 contributionsFirst and last timeThe closing time is advertised as 6pm, yet we arrived at 5pm and were told they were doing us a special favour by accepting our 30 minute booking for 5, we were made to feel like a big inconvenience. The Guides were pleasant enough but rushed our group through every point of our prep & 30 minute quad bike trip, so much so - we felt like it was nothing more than a tourist trap after all our excitement! The one and only time they did stop to talk to us in the desert was to explain in great detail how and where to tip them! On our return they stood close by waiting to be tipped, which we reluctantly did feeling under pressure! As 5 fellow tourism industry people we were left speechless by the whole experience and NOT in a good way.Written June 9, 2024
- 25JulieM0 contributionsAmazing tour!!We LOVED our quad bike tour and combo sandboarding!! I was nervous to quad bike (to go down hills) but our guide was amazing and made sure I felt comfortable by helping me go down a couple times until I got the hang on it! We had to most amazing time- definitely one of our best days ever!! Oh- and staff beforehand was great about answering all my questions!Written May 15, 2024
- K1851QRannav0 contributionsGreat experience for everyone!We were in March with a large group of international conference participants on a 1 hour Quad bike and Camel ride! It was great that Desert Explorers could accommodate the disabilities of a few participants (not able to ride full speed/ or get in the camel) so that everybody got to see the beautiful Namib desert!! Personnell were very friendly and overall everything went super! Thank you!Written March 25, 2024
- GavinM18290 contributionsGreat explorer dune tripGreat explorer tour, see animals how they live and the dunes magnificent. The quads were great to go up and down around steep dunes of just sand. Pic screens are differentWritten February 8, 2024
- Vanessaelee0 contributionsAverage dune tourAverage dune tour. Nice but not challenging enough. We did this activity 23 years ago and it was great and we wanted to bring our grown up kids back. However, it was fairly mundane and not to be remembered.Written January 13, 2024
- Whitesnake830 contributionsSimply perfect!Amazing!! Had so much fun! Ali really took care of me and adjusted to my level of driving. He did videos of me driving, we explored gecko etc and time went by too quick!Written November 12, 2023
- honorahe0 contributionsFavourite thing to do in Namibia.Took 11 and 12 year old boys who said it was their favourite part of the trip! It was so much fun. Our guide showed us lots of interesting wildlife and helped us with photos. We had a great time navigating the dunes and views were amazing! A great way to spend a couple of hours, would have loved to spend the day on them!Written November 9, 2023
- LeeAnnH_130 contributionsWould never do this againI understand a “this is Africa” approach to safety but it’s worth questioning what you’re getting into if you pick this one. I assumed it would be very safe with low risk of serious injury, and good plans in place in worst case scenarios. Well, I broke my spine, and was told by the hospital that I was the 4th fracture in 4 days from here. In the U.K., a business wouldn’t exist with this track record. If you break a bone in the dunes, be aware that the guides are fab, lots of fun, but have limited first aid training (or none), don’t have backboards to stabilise any fractures and have no way of getting you out of the dunes except sat on the back of a quad bike for at least a few km to where 4x4’s can then meet you. Another tour operator I spoke to say they watch people daily being ferried out like this. So much fun until the accident, but I was completely unaware of how unsafe it is. Can’t comment on the boarding part of this as was in hospital before we made it there.Written September 9, 2023
- hanzivictork0 contributionsAmazing quad biking explorer tour with 5 little onesGreat experience! Thanks to guides communications we saw all 5 little ones in natural habitate. Our guide Timo was very responsible and did a great job with us (family of five). Enjoyed quad biking very much!👌👍Written September 6, 2023
- CuriousMeerkatjie0 contributionsThrillingThrilling experience. Make sure to ask for a safety briefing since driving up the dunes can cause a small 'sand avalanche'. Knowing what to do in these conditions is important. Very enjoyable day and a really great experience.Written July 21, 2023
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Ebrahim
9 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
We did the 1 hour quad bike and 1 hour sandboarding combo. It was a really great experience to ride the quads in the dunes.
I would suggest you take and apply sunscreen regardless of the weather.
The sandboarding was really fun but can be tiring as you have to walk back up the dunes.
Our guide was pleasant and friendly. He also gave us some general info on the weather and the enviroment.
The entire experience from buying the tickets to parking the bikes was effecient with no waiting anywhere.
I would recommend this activity to anyone although it helps to be familiar with a quad bike in loose sand.
I would probably skip the sandbaording and do a longer quad bike ride if I had to do this again.
I would suggest you take and apply sunscreen regardless of the weather.
The sandboarding was really fun but can be tiring as you have to walk back up the dunes.
Our guide was pleasant and friendly. He also gave us some general info on the weather and the enviroment.
The entire experience from buying the tickets to parking the bikes was effecient with no waiting anywhere.
I would recommend this activity to anyone although it helps to be familiar with a quad bike in loose sand.
I would probably skip the sandbaording and do a longer quad bike ride if I had to do this again.
Written October 30, 2023
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John B
Sacramento, CA44 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
So much fun! Hilton led our family (kids 10 & 12) on a fun and exciting quad ride through the dunes just outside of Swakop. Very much enjoyed the action, as well as the sandboarding down the dunes. Water is provided, Hilton was more than happy to take photographs and videos of our adventure. Highly recommended fun activity for all.
Written July 24, 2024
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Susan W
14 contributions
It was our first time on a quad bike, and the kids (9 and 12) shared bikes with us. This made the experience a bit more stressful as there was extra weight on the bike and I was worried for my daughter’s safety (she wasn’t holding on as well as I would have liked) and the quad bikes are slightly unstable on the dunes. However, our guide was very supportive and halfway through the trip we adjusted the arrangement and he took one of the children on his bike. The kids loved it, and the scenery was stunning.
Sandboarding was loads of fun, definitely the highlight for me. I could have stayed for longer.
It was also pleasantly cool out on the dunes.
We’ve come away with amazing family memories.
Sandboarding was loads of fun, definitely the highlight for me. I could have stayed for longer.
It was also pleasantly cool out on the dunes.
We’ve come away with amazing family memories.
Written December 27, 2024
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José
Portimao, Portugal2 contributions
Sep 2024 • Friends
We went with 12 guys on the tour and really didn’t know what to expect, we were greeted by the bus driver Bradley who was outstanding.( Although we were a little bit late to the pick up 😬)
Arriving at the spot, the organization and staff were incredible, beyond our expectations. We were giver 2 tour guides Philly and Ben (hope I got the names right), who introduced us to all of the safety rules needed for a safe and fun trip.
We started the 12 of us, all excited and of we went into the desert.
The photos, the tips and tricks for the 4W, the explanations of the landscape and the kindness of that team of Tour Guides, made the tour even better.
Thank you Philly and Ben for giving us this unforgettable experience, we will be back for sure.
Arriving at the spot, the organization and staff were incredible, beyond our expectations. We were giver 2 tour guides Philly and Ben (hope I got the names right), who introduced us to all of the safety rules needed for a safe and fun trip.
We started the 12 of us, all excited and of we went into the desert.
The photos, the tips and tricks for the 4W, the explanations of the landscape and the kindness of that team of Tour Guides, made the tour even better.
Thank you Philly and Ben for giving us this unforgettable experience, we will be back for sure.
Written September 21, 2024
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Faye C
3 contributions
Jun 2023
We had such an amazing time. Instructor was great and the Sandboarding was a lot of fun, but remember what goes up must come down, so you will be climbing back up for the boarding part!
Two hours was more than enough time to enjoy the experience if you are limited on time!
Two hours was more than enough time to enjoy the experience if you are limited on time!
Written July 25, 2023
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Brits02
Jeffreys Bay, South Africa237 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Look no further. Just phone and book your spot for any activity they have that's how good of a experience it was. We had a lovely guide with a lot of patience and he looked well after us as we enjoyed the dunes. The bikes was in good condition and even had a smaller bike for the children which was perfect. The sand boarding was a blast with the perfect dune chosen to go down.
You have do to an activity with these people when in Swakopmund.
You have do to an activity with these people when in Swakopmund.
Written July 9, 2024
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Ruth
Belfast, UK35 contributions
What an amazing experience, we did quad biking and lie down sand boarding with Ryan as our guide and he made the experience so much fun! Very organised company with pick up and drop off service. Would highly recommend.
Written March 31, 2024
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Rani C
Greater Johannesburg, South Africa9 contributions
Quinton saved the day 🥂
Rahun (don’t know if I spelt the name correctly ) n Chantal had really messed up my bookings n pick up .😞
During busy periods rather go to location .
Rahun (don’t know if I spelt the name correctly ) n Chantal had really messed up my bookings n pick up .😞
During busy periods rather go to location .
Written January 1, 2025
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Yanie M
Djibouti12 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
The view over the dunes were just amazing!!! The combo was a blessing to enjoy the beautiful landscape of Namibia's treasure spots.
Written October 18, 2022
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Thank you for sending in your review, we are so happy to hear you had a great time
Written January 24, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Emmanuel Nxumalo
Pretoria, South Africa23 contributions
Great experience, guide was helpful and took great photos of us. We enjoyed quad biking and dune surfing. Definitely recommend
Written March 26, 2024
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