Cape Town: Quad Bike & Sandboarding at Atlantis Dunes

Summary

Ride quad bikes and sandboard the shifting Atlantis dunes

You’ll race across Cape Town’s Atlantis Dunes by quad bike with a local guide, stop for photos on sweeping sand hills, then grab a board for wild runs down powdery slopes. Expect laughs, sandy shoes, and moments you’ll remember every time you see white sand again.

What’s the experience like?

We tumbled out of the van just north of Cape Town, shoes full of sand before we even started. The Atlantis Dunes looked unreal — white hills rolling off into a sky that felt too big. Our guide, Siya, handed me a helmet and grinned like he’d seen first-timers freeze up before. I could smell petrol and something sweet in the air (fynbos maybe?), and the quad bikes looked way tougher than I expected. My hands were already sweating but I didn’t want to be the only one who asked how to start it again.

The first few minutes were bumpy — I nearly steered us into a bush, which got a laugh from Siya. Once we found our rhythm, though, it was just wind and engine noise and that soft crunch under the tires. We stopped on top of this dune where the city was just a blur behind us, nothing but white sand ahead. Siya took photos for everyone (“Smile! Now do a jump!”), then someone tried to get fancy with a wheelie — didn’t end well but nobody got hurt. I still think about that view from up there sometimes.

Then came sandboarding. Honestly, I wiped out more than I stayed upright (sand everywhere — ears, teeth, you name it). But sliding down those slopes with everyone cheering felt good in a way I didn’t expect. There was this moment when everything went quiet except for laughter and the wind whipping past my ears… can’t really explain it unless you’ve done it yourself. On the way back my legs were jelly and my face hurt from smiling so much.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Quad biking and sandboarding adventure

• Explore Atlantis Sand Dunes on quad bikes
• Stop for photos and content creation
• Sandboard down Atlantis Dunes slopes

Top questions

Is pickup included for the Cape Town quad bike tour?

No, pickup is not mentioned as included in this tour.

Where does the quad biking take place near Cape Town?

The tour takes place at the Atlantis Sand Dunes north of Cape Town.

Is sandboarding equipment provided?

Yes, sandboards are included in your booking.

Are helmets provided for quad biking?

Yes, helmets are provided along with your quad bike or ATV.

How long does each activity last?

The exact duration isn’t specified; expect time for both quad biking and sandboarding.

Can beginners join this Cape Town dune tour?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels but not recommended for those with certain health conditions.

Are there health restrictions for this tour?

This tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.

Will there be photo opportunities during the tour?

Yes, there’s a stop within the dunes specifically for photos and content creation.

What’s included

Your day includes use of powerful but stable quad bikes or ATVs with helmets provided for safety, plus all sandboarding equipment once you’re ready to hit the slopes at Atlantis Dunes near Cape Town.