The Kelso Dunes are one of the four main Californian locations for sandboarding in the Mojave Desert (although there are plenty more dunes along the coast of SoCal). The dune system is the third-largest in the US and one of the few places where it is possible to witness the…
With its golden dunes and vast sand sea, Riyadh's desert is one of the most beautiful in the world, and one of those things that must be experienced at least once in a lifetime. There are many options for desert tours from the capital which often include a combination of…
A country divided between the two continents of Europe and Asia, Turkey is an incredible travel destination with a lot to offer. There are many incredible beaches filled with dunes, and you can practice sand surfing on some of them. The best sandboarding dunes are located at Patara beach, near…
It goes without saying that carrying plenty of water with you is an essential (if not the MOST essential) part of any trip to the desert. A hydration backpack with a water reservoire can help you transport enough fluids, but a quality water bottle with a filtration and antibactarial system…
Sand Sports Master List Board Sports Sandboarding (or sand surfing) Sliding down sand dunes with a sandboard while standing up on two feet. Sandsledding (or sand toboganning) Sliding down sand dunes with a sandsled while sitting or laying down on your belly. Volcano boarding (or volcano surfing, ashboarding) Sliding down…
Queensland has plenty of opportunities for beach and desert lovers alike, and some of the best sandboarding spots of Australia are located here. The Tangalooma desert in Moreton Island is a popular tourist destination with "desert safari tours" and sandboarding, but you can also hit the Big Red dunes of…
A trip to the desert is not complete without one (or more) unforgettable nights camping under the stars. Setting up a camp in the desert may seem like a daunting task, but it surely is one amazing experience one must try at least once. Picking the right desert gear can…
There are a few locations where you can practice sand surfing in Victoria. Grab your sandboard and hit the dunes of the Big Drift (Wilsons Promontory National Park), not too far from Melbourne, or enjoy the UNESCO World Heritage Thurra Sand Dunes near Mallacoota. If you are looking for some…
You can sandboard in the Ilocos Region in the north of the Philippines, specifically in the Ilocos Norte province. There are many sand dune systems close to the province capital, Laoag City. Enjoy a spectacular view of the sunset from the La Paz sand dunes after a day of sand…
Volcano surfing is surely one of the most interesting extreme boardsports out there. One may think of it as a spin-off of sandboarding - except it is practiced on hardened lava slopes. There are only a few, selected active volcanos where this sport can be practiced, despite this it has…
