Sandboarding in Cape Town: Dunes near Table Mountain

You learn to sandboard in your first run down the slope.

A 2-hour sandboarding activity near Cape Town where you slide down dunes with Table Mountain as the backdrop, with a guide who teaches you to carve the slopes and wax your board. The dunes sit close enough to the city that you reach them without a long drive, and the terrain ranges from gentle to steep so you can build speed at your own pace.

What’s included

• Sandboards, wax, and a live guide in English.
• use of all equipment needed to slide the dunes.

Times

• Every day except Wednesday 10:00 12:00 14:00

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Before you book

Group Private 2 group tours ›

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. 1 with pickup ›

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Ages Adult (16 to 65 years) · Youth (13 to 15 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free 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.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with back problems

Operated by Ontours Sandboarding at Atlantis dunes

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

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The experience

The dunes near Cape Town hold a mix of slopes and angles, which means your guide can match the terrain to how you're progressing. You start by learning to wax your board and choosing whether to sit or stand: most people try both. Then you climb to the top and slide down. Sandboarding is straightforward to pick up, and the guide handles the instruction. You just need to show up ready to move.

The location is the real advantage here. These dunes sit close enough to Cape Town that you don't need a car or a long transfer to reach them. Public transport options are available nearby, so you can get there from your hotel or the city center without arranging a private ride. Table Mountain frames the whole experience, and the proximity to urban comforts means you can fit this into a day without losing hours to travel.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 15 years); Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

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.

Can I sandboard if I've never done it before?

Yes. Sandboarding is easy to learn, and your guide teaches you how to wax the board and carve the slopes during the session. You'll be sliding down on your first run.

What's the difference between sitting and standing on the board?

Sitting keeps you lower and more stable as you slide. Standing lets you carve and control your line like a snowboarder. Most people try both during the 2 hours to see what feels right.

How do I get to the dunes from Cape Town?

Public transportation options are available nearby the dunes, so you can reach them without a private car. Ask your hotel or guide for the closest transit stop to the meeting point.

What makes these dunes different from other sandboarding spots?

The dunes have a range of shapes and sizes, so you can choose slopes that match your comfort level. Table Mountain sits in the background, and the proximity to the city means you're not traveling far from Cape Town.