Stockton Sand Dunes: Unlimited Sandboarding & 4WD Shuttle

Summary

Ride the dunes at Birubi Beach with endless sandboarding thrills

You’ll climb giant Stockton Sand Dunes, learn to sandboard from a local guide, and ride a bouncy 4WD shuttle across wild sandy stretches. Stay as long as you want—most people last about an hour—then catch your ride back feeling sun-dusted and grinning.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest, we almost missed the green-and-black trailer in the lower car park — turns out “obvious” is relative when you’re distracted by the wind flinging sand into your face. Our guide (I think his name was Matt?) waved us over with a grin and handed out boards like it was no big deal. The 4WD shuttle rattled and bounced so much my water bottle nearly escaped under the seat. I didn’t expect to laugh that hard before we even hit the Stockton Sand Dunes.

The dunes themselves are bigger than they look from the road — climbing up felt a bit like walking on powdered sugar, only it gets everywhere. Matt gave us a quick sandboarding lesson (“sit down first time, trust me”) and then just let us go for it. My first run I screamed way louder than necessary, but honestly? That rush when you pick up speed — I still feel it in my stomach thinking about it now. There’s this salty smell from the sea mixing with hot sand, and for a second you forget you’re even in Australia.

Kids were flying past on their boards, some parents just sat at the top taking photos or cheering (or maybe catching their breath). Nobody seemed in a hurry — that’s what’s cool about this day trip to Stockton Beach: there’s no clock ticking. You can keep sliding until your legs give out or until you’ve had enough sun in your hair for one afternoon. When we finally called it quits, Matt was waiting with the shuttle back, looking like he’d seen every possible wipeout already. So yeah, if you want unlimited sandboarding near Birubi Beach with all gear included and someone to show you how not to eat sand… this is that kind of day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sandboarding at Stockton Sand Dunes

• Meet at Lower Car Park James Paterson St
• Board custom off-road vehicle
• Ride to Stockton Sand Dunes
• Climb to top of dunes
• Enjoy unlimited sandboarding
• Return by 4WD bus to start point

Top questions

How do I get to the Stockton Sand Dunes sandboarding tour?

The meeting point is in the Lower Car Park on James Paterson St, Anna Bay. Look for the green and black trailer.

Is equipment included for sandboarding at Stockton Beach?

Yes, all sandboarding equipment is included with your ticket.

How long can I stay sandboarding?

You can stay as long as you like; most people spend 1–1.5 hours on the dunes.

Is there an instructor or guide during the tour?

Yes, an instructor gives a lesson on how to sandboard safely before you start.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Yes, children must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years old.

Is pickup included for this day trip to Stockton Beach?

The tour includes pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points at Anna Bay.

What should I wear for sandboarding?

Shoes aren’t required; wear shorts or comfortable clothes (no skirts).

Is public transport available nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available near Anna Bay.

What’s included

Your ticket covers entry fees to Worimi Conservation Lands, round-trip 4WD shuttle between Anna Bay and Stockton Sand Dunes, all sandboarding equipment, plus a short safety lesson from your instructor before you hit the slopes—and when you're ready to leave, just hop back aboard for drop-off at your starting point.