"Nacho was a great guide! He is very patient, compassionate and helpful for everyone including myself. I was scared on the top, especially with it being so windy but he helped me regained my confidence and boarded properly. Highly recommend Nacho as a guide!"

Katherine

Turistas con Bandera Nomades en Sandboard

Death Valley Sandboard

4.9 / 572 reviews
14+ years

If you cancel your reservation up to 24 hours before the start of the activity, we will refund you 100% of the reservation payment. No refunds will be issued on cancellation requests received after the indicated anticipation.

Free cancellation

You can reschedule your booking without any additional cost until 24 hours before the beginning of the activiity.

Free rescheduling

Learn and practice Sandboard in the Death Valley, in dunes up to 200 m high. For beginners and experienced people.

Duration:

3 hours and a half

Times:

08:00 am to 12:15 pm

Minimum of passengers:

2 personas

Included:

  • Pickup at your accommodation (urban area)
  • Shared transportation
  • Bilingual instructor (Spanish and English)
  • Equipment

Not included:

  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Entrance fee to the Death Valley (CLP$ 6.000 per person; CLP$ 3.500 per person for students with credential; payment with credit card on the spot)

Restrictions:

  • Minimum age required of 14 years old
  • Not allowed for pregnant women
  • Good physical condition

Weather:

In case of suspension for weather conditions, we will refund 100% of your payment.

  • Subject to weather conditions

Cancellation and rescheduling policy:

  • 24 hours

What to bring:

  • Sportswear
  • Warm clothing (pm tour)
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses

Descripción

We’ll depart San Pedro de Atacama and take the northwest route toward Death Valley. At the turnoff, you’ll switch to a 4x4 to enter the desert and reach the ideal dunes for sandboarding.


At the base of the dunes, we’ll provide all the required gear and give you safety and technique instructions. You’ll start with practice runs on around 40 m slopes to build confidence. Those who feel ready can try a descent of up to 200 m, a fast, exciting ride with panoramic views of the Salt Mountain Range and the desert.


To finish, take a about 30-minute walk back to the vehicle and begin the return to San Pedro de Atacama, where the activity ends.


Important notes


  • After each descent, you’ll hike back up the dune carrying your board; good physical condition is required.
  • If Death Valley is closed due to weather or other reasons, the activity moves to an alternate dune in the Salt Mountain Range (30 km from San Pedro de Atacama).
  • Pick-up and drop-off not available for lodgings outside the urban area, in nearby ayllus (Quitor, Yaye, Checar, Sequitor, Solor, Coyo), or in Toconao.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • To book Death Valley Sandboard, you must choose the date and follow the steps on the website. You can add more tours to your cart before confirming your booking.
  • We accept bookings up to 1 days in advance, subject to availability. Therefore, we recommend booking as early as possible to secure your spot.
  • A minimum of 2 people is required to confirm the service. If this number is not met, we will offer you the closest available dates or a full refund. The earlier you book, the more time we have to add passengers and confirm the departure.
CLP$45.000
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