Sandboarding and Paddleboarding in La Paz: Desert and Sea

Three dunes, then the water: sandboarding and paddleboarding in one morning

A half-day activity in La Paz where you sandboard down three progressively steeper dunes in El Mogote's natural preservation area, then paddleboard in the calm waters of the Sea of Cortez. The guide teaches safety and technique on the first dune so you can practice and improve across all three. No prior experience needed. Includes all gear, water, snacks and a lifevest. Children from age 2 are welcome.

The experience

You start on the gentlest slopes where the guide walks you through sandboarding basics (stance, balance, how to control your descent), then move to steeper dunes as you get the feel for it. The three dune areas sit inside El Mogote, a protected natural area, so between runs you see desert landscape most visitors to La Paz never reach. The all-terrain vehicles get you to each zone. The boards are sized for each person.

After the dunes, you head to the Sea of Cortez for paddleboarding in shallow, calm water. This is the refresh part. The contrast is deliberate. You get a lifevest, and the same guide who taught you on the sand is there if you need steadying. The whole outing runs 3.5 hours, which means you're back with the rest of your day still open.

Soda, water and snacks come with the booking. The guide speaks English or Spanish. Children can join from age 2 (they sit with an adult during the ride and can participate at the dunes and water depending on their comfort).

What’s included

• Sandboards and paddleboards.
• all-terrain vehicle transport to the three dune areas.
• lifevest.
• bottled water, soda and snacks.
• live guide in English or Spanish.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:00

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (18 to 65 years) · Senior (66 to 75 years) · Youth (11 to 17 years) · Child (5 to 10 years) · Infant (2 to 4 years)

GroupUp to 7

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Best Baja Tours

Is this one for you?At 3.5 hours, this fits easily into a half-day, leaving your afternoon or evening free for other plans in La Paz. If you want a full-day adventure or have limited mobility, the back-to-back dune runs and water time may not suit you.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 17 years); Child (5 to 10 years); Infant (2 to 4 years).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Do I need to have sandboarded or paddleboarded before?

No previous experience is required. The guide teaches sandboarding technique on the first dune, starting with safety and the basics, so you practice and improve across the three dune areas as your confidence builds.

What happens if I'm not comfortable on the water?

Paddleboarding happens in the calm, shallow waters of the Sea of Cortez, and you wear a lifevest. The guide is there to help, and you can stay in the shallows or sit on the board if you prefer not to stand.

How long does the whole experience take?

The activity runs 3.5 hours total, including the drive to El Mogote, time at all three dune areas, the paddleboarding session and the return.

What's included in the price?

Sandboards, paddleboards, lifevest, all-terrain vehicle transport to the dunes, soda, bottled water, snacks and the guide are included.