Agadir to Tifnit: Quad Biking & Sandboarding with Local Guide

Summary

Quad biking and sand surfing adventure from Agadir to Tifnit dunes

You’ll ride quads across wild dunes near Agadir with a local guide, then learn sandboarding above Tifnit village. Expect laughter (and maybe some tumbles), plus Moroccan mint tea shared on the sand. Includes hotel pickup and all gear—just bring your sense of adventure.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit it — I was nervous when they handed me the helmet at the garage outside Agadir. The quads looked bigger up close than I’d pictured, and my hands were already a bit sweaty before we even started the engine. Our guide, Youssef, grinned like he’d seen this a hundred times (I’m sure he had) and gave us a quick rundown in French and English. “Don’t worry,” he said, “the sand is softer than it looks.” Not sure if that was supposed to comfort me or not.

The first few minutes on the quad were bumpy — literally. You feel every dip in the track as you leave the city behind, dust swirling up around your goggles. There’s this salty tang in the air from the Atlantic somewhere nearby, but mostly what I remember is the sound of engines mixed with bursts of laughter when someone (okay, me) stalled out on a small hill. The landscape shifts fast: one minute it’s scrubby bushes, then suddenly you’re rolling into these wide open dunes near Tifnit that look almost unreal in the late morning light.

Sandboarding was next — which is basically surfing but on land and with way less grace (at least for me). Our instructor, Fatima, showed us how to wax the boards and angle our feet. She laughed when I wiped out spectacularly on my first try; apparently that’s part of the fun. The sand gets everywhere — shoes, hair, teeth if you’re not careful — but there’s something weirdly satisfying about sliding down those golden slopes with nothing but wind and your own momentum. We took a break halfway through for mint tea poured from a battered silver pot; sweet and hot enough to cut through all that grit.

I still think about that view from the top of the dune — ocean haze in one direction, endless sand in the other. On the way back to Agadir I realized my face hurt from smiling so much (and maybe squinting against all that sun). If you’re looking for a day trip from Agadir that’s more than just sightseeing — something where you actually get to move and laugh with locals — this is it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Quad and sandboarding excursion

• Pick up from hotel in Agadir
• Drive 20 minutes to garage
• Receive safety gear and instructions
• Drive quad for about 2 hours
• Sandboard lesson for 1 hour in Tifnit
• Return quad to garage
• Drive back and drop off at hotel

Top questions

How long does the quad biking & sandboarding tour take?

The full experience lasts about 3 hours: 2 hours of quad biking plus 1 hour of sandboarding instruction.

Is hotel pickup included for this Agadir day trip?

Yes, pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Agadir are included.

Do I need previous experience for quad biking or sandboarding?

No prior experience is needed; guides provide instructions for both activities.

What should I wear for quad biking in Tifnit?

Wear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting sandy; closed shoes are recommended.

Are safety helmets provided during the tour?

Yes, helmets, goggles, and charlottes are provided for all participants.

Is food or drink included during this excursion?

You’ll be offered traditional Moroccan mint tea during a break on the dunes.

Can children join this quad & sandboarding tour?

The activity is suitable for most fitness levels but not recommended for young children or those with health issues.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off by air-conditioned minibus from Agadir, all safety gear like helmets and goggles, full guidance from local instructors for both quad biking and sandboarding sessions near Tifnit village, plus Moroccan mint tea served during your break before heading back to town.