Sunset Sandboarding at La Paz Dunes: 100-foot dunes
Ride sand dunes 20 minutes from the city, then watch the sun drop over the Sea of Cortez.
Sandboard down 100-foot dunes at El Mogote, a desert playground 20 minutes outside La Paz, with a certified guide teaching you the basics before you climb and ride progressively higher slopes. Start on smaller dunes to build confidence, then work your way up as golden light spreads across the sand and cactus-filled Baja landscape. The group stays under 8 people, so you get more time with your guide as the day ends with sunset views from the top of the dunes.
What’s included
- Sandboarding equipment including board, helmet and protective goggles.
- roundtrip transport from the meeting point.
- certified guide in English or Spanish.
- water and soft drinks.
- snacks including granola bars, cookies and chips.
- photos taken during the tour emailed to you at no additional cost.
Times
- Monday to Friday No fixed time
Before you book
Operated by Next Experience Travel
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The experience
You've got a free afternoon in La Paz and want something completely different from a beach day. The tour picks you up from the meeting point and drives 20 minutes into the Baja desert to El Mogote, where sand dunes tower up to 100 feet high between the desert floor and La Paz Bay. Your guide hands you a sandboard, helmet and goggles, then teaches you how to ride. It works like snowboarding, but on sand instead of snow. You start on the smaller dunes to get the feel of it, then gradually work your way toward the higher peaks, climbing back up after each run and doing it all over again.
The timing is built around sunset, which shifts between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM depending on the season. As the light turns golden, you climb the dunes one more time to watch it sweep across the sand, the cactus-filled desert and the Sea of Cortez stretching out below. The group maxes out at 8 people, so there's room to move and time to ask questions without feeling rushed. Your guide takes photos throughout the afternoon and emails them to you after the tour ends.
Roundtrip transport from the meeting point, all sandboarding gear, water, soft drinks and snacks are included. Wear closed-toe shoes and bring a hat and sunglasses. A jacket helps once the sun drops, especially in winter. The tour involves walking and climbing on sand, so you should be comfortable with moderate physical activity and able to follow the guide's instructions safely.
Is this one for you?The guide speaks English or Spanish, so choose the language that works for you. The small group of 8 means you get more instruction time as you learn to ride, rather than being one of dozens on a crowded tour.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English and Spanish.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (under 5).
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.
What's sandboarding like if I've never tried it before?
No previous experience is required. Your guide teaches you the basics on the smaller dunes first, then you build confidence and gradually work your way up to the higher slopes as you get the feel for the board.
How high are the dunes at El Mogote?
El Mogote's sand dunes reach up to 100 feet high, rising between the desert and La Paz Bay. You start on smaller dunes and work your way toward the tallest peaks as your confidence builds.
What happens if the weather is bad or the road to El Mogote is flooded?
Access to El Mogote depends on road conditions. During the summer rainy season, heavy rain can make the road unsafe or inaccessible, and the tour may be modified or unable to operate. Your exact start time is confirmed after booking so the operator can account for seasonal sunset times.
What time does the tour start?
The tour begins between 3:00 PM and 6:00 PM depending on the time of sunset throughout the year. Your exact starting time will be confirmed after you book.
Is hotel pickup included in the price?
Roundtrip transportation from the meeting point to El Mogote is included. Hotel transportation to the meeting point is not included, so you'll need to arrange your own way to the starting location.
Sunset Sandboarding at La Paz Dunes: 100-foot dunes
3h 30m · EN · ES
from US$ 89 per person
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