Huacachina UTV Dune Ride and Sandboarding
from US$ 59.46 per vehicle
You ride in a private, factory-built Can-Am or Polaris-type UTV with a roll cage, rally seats and 4- and 5-point harnesses, while a driver-instructor takes you through the Huacachina dunes for an hour. Expect steep climbs, drops and fast turns.
At two stops you get a semi-pro board and learn to slide down lying face first on your stomach; it is optional, so you can just watch. The third stop is the viewpoint over the lagoon and the whole oasis. Departures run between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with up to 3 people per vehicle; if you want the ride to end close to sunset, pick one of the last departures, although sunset time changes with the season. Around midday the sand gets very hot, so wear closed shoes and bring sunglasses, a cap and sunscreen.
Highlights
- Private factory-built UTV with roll cage, rally seats and 4- and 5-point harnesses
- A driver-instructor in every vehicle, so you just ride
- Two sandboarding stops with a semi-pro board
- Photo stop at the Huacachina oasis viewpoint
- Up to 3 people per vehicle, with departures between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Gallery
- Duration
- 60 min
- Schedule
- Departures between 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Capacity
- Up to 3 people per vehicle
- Minimum age
- 5 years
- Service
- Private
- Languages
- Spanish or English
Itinerary
Departure from Huacachina
You board the UTV at our office in Huacachina and fasten your seat belt, which is mandatory for the whole ride.
Sandboarding stops
Two stops to sandboard (optional): the driver-instructor gives you a semi-pro board and shows you how to slide down lying on your stomach.
Oasis viewpoint
The third stop is the viewpoint, with time to take in the Huacachina oasis and take photos.
Return
Return to the same point where the ride started.
Included
- Boarding and drop-off at our office in Huacachina
- 60-minute ride in a private Can-Am or Polaris-type UTV
- Sandboarding with a semi-pro board
- Properly trained driver-instructor
Not included
- Transfer to our office in Huacachina
- Huacachina Tourist Ticket (S/ 3.60 per person)
Safety
- First-aid kit
- 2 kg dry chemical powder fire extinguisher
- 4- and 5-point seat belts
- Rally seats with safety harness
- Dynamic suspension with shock absorbers
- Factory-mounted tubular roll cage and grab handles
Important
- All passengers must carry a valid physical ID
- For safety reasons, children aged 0 to 4 cannot take part
- Not suitable for pregnant women or people with vertigo, back problems, epilepsy, heart conditions or of very advanced age
- Passengers may not drive: every vehicle has its own driver
- Seat belts are mandatory for the whole ride; without one we cannot run the service
- The activity is not allowed under the influence of alcohol or other substances
- Pets are not allowed
- Luxury Travels Perú is not responsible for loss or theft of personal belongings; keep them with you at all times
Frequently asked questions
Are the Huacachina dune buggy rides safe?
Our vehicles have a factory-mounted roll cage, rally seats, 4- and 5-point harnesses, a fire extinguisher and a first-aid kit. Seat belts are mandatory for the whole ride and every vehicle is driven by a trained driver.
What is the minimum age?
Children can join from age 5. Children aged 0 to 4 cannot take part for safety reasons.
Can I drive the buggy myself?
No. Passengers are not allowed to drive; every vehicle has its own driver.
Who should not do this tour?
It is not suitable for pregnant women or people with vertigo, back problems, epilepsy, heart conditions or of very advanced age. Riding under the influence of alcohol is not allowed.
What should I bring?
A valid physical ID, comfortable clothes, closed shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen. The Huacachina tourist ticket is paid separately.
