Slide down wind-sculpted slopes beneath Table Mountain at Atlantis Dunes. This two-hour sandboarding session pairs beginner-friendly instruction with pro photography and coastal views.
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A wind-scrubbed slope catches the first light as Table Mountain stands like a hulking backdrop — this is the feel of Atlantis Dunes before a sandboarding session. Participants clip into boards, listen for the instructor’s low-voiced cues, then push out across warm sand that resists like a living surface and then gives, launching you down into the coastal plain.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for people with basic balance and mobility; short hikes over sand between runs are required.
Wildlife
History
The dunes occupy sand deposits reshaped over decades by coastal winds; nearby Atlantis town grew during the 20th century as an industrial suburb of greater Cape Town.
Conservation
Operators emphasize staying on designated access lines to limit erosion and avoid trampling native dune vegetation; pack out all waste and avoid driving on dune faces.
Reserve your spot on the SandBoarding in Capetown + PhotoShoot today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Protect your skin
High UV and reflected light from sand make sunscreen and a brimmed hat essential even on overcast days.
Hydrate before and after runs
Bring at least 1 liter of water per person for the two-hour session; sandboarding is deceptively dehydrating.
Choose the right run
Start on smaller dunes to learn balance and braking, then move to steeper faces as you gain control.
Secure loose gear
Wind can snatch hats and cameras; use straps or secure pockets for phones and sunglasses.
Closed-toe trail shoes
Stable footwear protects feet while hiking dunes and getting on/off boards.
Sunscreen SPF 30+
Prevents sunburn from direct and reflected UV on exposed sand.
summer
1L Water bottle or hydration pack
Maintains hydration during exertion and under sun exposure.
Sport sunglasses or goggles
Protects eyes from wind-blown sand and intense glare for clearer photos.
summer