Sandboarding is a sport similar to snowboarding, but it is practiced on sand dunes instead of snowy mountains. It is said that sandboarding originated in Egypt since the days of the Pharaohs, they would slide down the dunes using wooden boards then dip themsleves in the cool water of the Nile.
Egypt has the biggest two deserts in the world where you can find your perfect spot for sandboarding. Gharb Sohil in Aswan is such an amazing destination to surf the sandy mountains facing that magical scenery of the Nile River.
Golden Luxor Tours offers a private half day tour of sand boarding in the Nubian desert, tranquil the river up to the first cataract, snap unbeatable photos at sunset, find your balance on sand boarding and make your way up the hill in magical spot where you enjoy your sand activity on that dazzling atmosphere.
this sport has followers all over the world, especially in desert areas and coastal areas that contain coastal sand dunes. it is also practiced worldwide, with locations available on every continent except Antarctica.
Golden Luxor Tours representative will company you to start your adventure on the Nubian desert seeking the dock where you take a motorboat for 20 -30 minutes sailing up the river through the beautiful islands and the protected areas to the Nubian desert where you start your sand boarding experience.
Swap the snow for the sand, Our tour guide will stop you in a unique location where your foot will dip the softest sand ever! not only this but the site is surrounded by breathtaking and relaxing views of the Nile landscape.
We will get your gears ready to let the gravity slides you down the sandy mountain to uncover the true thrill, by the twilight after you finish your excursion your guide will take you back to your hotel or Nile cruise.
Note: this can be a morning sandboarding trip during summertime to avoid the heat.
You can browse our website for more tours in Aswan, tour to Abu Simbel temple, tour to the Nubian village, tour to Philae temple.
