Agadir & Taghazout: Sandboarding Dunes Tour with Canyon Stop

Summary

Slide the dunes near Agadir then wander secret canyon paths

You’ll start with a quiet walk through a hidden canyon near Agadir before hitting the Timlaline dunes for real sandboarding — no experience needed. Local guides teach you tricks (and probably laugh with you if you fall), plus you’ll snack on coastal bananas in between runs. There’s space to pause and take it all in before heading back.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed after we left Agadir was how the air changed — saltier, drier, and then suddenly warm with that desert hush. Our driver, Youssef, played old chaabi songs as we wound along the coast toward Taghazout. I kept catching glimpses of the ocean on one side and these rolling sandy hills on the other. When we finally stopped at what looked like just a dip in the land, Youssef grinned and said, “Secret canyon.” He wasn’t kidding — it was quiet except for our steps crunching over pebbles and one goat somewhere nearby. We took a bunch of awkward photos (I still have sand in my shoes from climbing up for a better view).

After that little detour, we drove maybe 20 minutes to the Timlaline dunes. The sun felt strong but not punishing — more like it was baking everything gently. Our sandboarding guide, Fatima, handed out boards and showed us how to wax them with this tiny bar that smelled faintly sweet. She explained the best way to lean so you don’t just tumble down (which I did anyway — twice). There’s something oddly satisfying about sliding down those golden slopes with nothing but wind in your ears and this soft grit under your hands when you finally stop. Fatima laughed every time someone wiped out; she made it feel less embarrassing somehow.

Halfway through, someone passed around little bananas — apparently they’re grown right here by the coast? Sweeter than any I’ve had back home. We sat in a patch of shade for a while, just watching light shift across the dunes. It’s weirdly peaceful out there; you can hear people talking quietly all the way across the sand because there’s nothing else making noise except maybe one bird overhead. By the time we packed up (and tried to brush off all that sand), I realized I hadn’t checked my phone once since we left Agadir.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Sandboarding and canyon visit

• Drive to Timlaline dunes
• Visit secret canyon for photos
• Learn sandboarding techniques
• Sandboard on golden dunes
• Return to pension

Top questions

How long does the Agadir sandboarding tour last?

The half-day tour returns around 2:00 pm (morning) or 8:00 pm (sunset), depending on your chosen slot.

Is sandboarding near Agadir suitable for beginners?

Yes, slopes are adapted for all levels and guides help teach basic techniques.

What’s included in this day trip from Agadir?

The tour includes transport with pickup, bottled water, WiFi onboard, use of boards, a visit to a secret canyon, and local bananas as a snack.

Where do you go sandboarding near Agadir?

You’ll head to the Timlaline dunes after visiting a hidden canyon close to Taghazout.

Are infant seats available on this tour?

Yes, specialized infant seats are available upon request.

Is lunch included in this sandboarding tour?

No full lunch is included but you’ll get small local bananas as a snack.

Can pregnant travelers join this activity?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with spinal or cardiovascular issues.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from your pension or hotel in Agadir or Taghazout, air-conditioned transport with WiFi onboard, bottled water throughout the trip, all equipment for sandboarding at Timlaline dunes plus tips from your local guide Fatima or Youssef, a stop at a quiet canyon for photos and wandering around (watch out for goats), and sweet local bananas as an energy boost before heading back home covered in fine desert sand.