Everyone comes to the Agadir coast for the surf. But just north of Taghazout, near the village of Tamri, there is a different kind of wave: the Timlalin dunes. Big, soft, golden slopes with the ocean behind them — one of the best places in Morocco to try sandboarding, whether you have never stood on a board or you surf every morning.
At a glance
- Where: Timlalin dunes, near Tamri — on the coastal road north of Taghazout (see how to get there).
- Level: beginners welcome; experienced riders choose steeper slopes.
- Duration: about 30 minutes is plenty for most people — your legs will tell you!
- Price with us: €10 per person, boards included. Return pickup from Taghazout/Tamraght €60 per car.
- Best time: late afternoon, finishing with sunset over the ocean.
What is sandboarding?
Sandboarding is like snowboarding or surfing, but on sand. You slide down a dune on a board, then walk back up — there are no lifts in the desert. Sand is slower than snow, which makes it a gentle place to learn, and falling on soft sand hurts much less than falling on snow or a reef.
Why the Timlalin dunes are special
- Dunes meet the ocean. Most Moroccan dunes are deep in the Sahara, days from the coast. Here you ride with an Atlantic view.
- Slopes for every level. Small gentle runs for children and first-timers, long steep faces for those who want speed.
- Soft, clean sand shaped by the ocean wind.
- Easy to combine with a camel ride, a quad tour, tea by the fire or a night in a fisherman’s cabin.
Beginner tips from our guides
- Start small. Take your first runs on a short, gentle slope to feel how the board moves.
- Sit before you stand. Riding sitting down or lying on your stomach is fun and the fastest way to build confidence.
- Lean back slightly and keep your weight on your back foot so the nose of the board doesn’t dig in.
- Look where you want to go, not at your feet — just like surfing.
- Walk up on the hard edge of the dune, not in the soft middle. It saves a lot of energy.
- Stop before you’re exhausted. Climbing dunes is a real workout; the last run should be a good one.
What to wear and bring
- Light clothes you don’t mind getting sandy; long trousers protect against the hot sand in summer
- Sunglasses — they also keep sand out of your eyes
- Sunscreen, water and a hat
- A warm layer for after sunset
- A zip bag for your phone
Is it safe?
Yes, with common sense. Our guides choose the slopes for your level and stay with you the whole time. Avoid riding head-first down steep faces, keep a distance from other riders, and don’t ride in the hottest midday hours in summer. Children are welcome with an adult — tell us their ages when you book.
Make it a full afternoon
Sandboarding is short and intense — most guests combine it with something slower:
- Sunset camel ride to a viewpoint over the ocean (€20)
- Quad tour through dunes and canyons (€30)
- The Timlalin desert adventure: quad, camel, sandboarding, desert tea and a meal by the fire, morning, afternoon, golden hour or night (€90)
- Or stay the night in Ajarif, our award-winning fisherman’s cabin, and ride again at sunrise.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience?
No. Most of our riders have never sandboarded before. Surfers and snowboarders usually stand up on their first runs.
Is the board included?
Yes, boards are included in all our sandboarding sessions.
Can we come from Agadir for the afternoon?
Yes. We pick you up from Agadir (€70 return per car), Taghazout or Tamraght (€60) or Imsouane (€50), and take you back after sunset.
Ready to surf the sand?
Book your sandboarding session with a local host — boards included, beginners welcome, pickup available. We confirm on WhatsApp, usually within the hour.
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