Desert explorers adventure centre — Attraction in Erongo Region

Desert Explorers Adventure Centre, located in Swakopmund at the edge of the Namib Desert, offers an exciting mix of adrenaline-pumping and serene experiences. Nestled between sweeping dunes and the Atlantic, this center is best known for its thrilling quad-biking tours—guests can choose rides from 30 minutes up to two hours, winding through golden dunes and rocky terrain with expert guides ensuring both safety and scenic insights . For those seeking non-motorized experiences, sandboarding (both stand-up and lie-down), tranquil camel treks, and guided nature walks introduce you to the desert’s unique plant life and “Little Five” creatures . With a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, every activity is conducted responsibly, combining thrilling adventure with ecological awareness .

The centre also hosts creative combo packages—like pairing dune rides with desert breakfasts or sundowners—making it easy to customize your visit . It is open daily (typically 8 am–6 pm) and includes convenient add-ons such as gear rental, refreshments, and even camel rides and skydiving options . Positioned about 1–2 km from Swakopmund town center, it’s easily accessible by car, taxi, bike, or on foot .

Desert Explorers Adventure Centre is a dynamic destination where the shimmer of the sea meets the endless dunes, offering both sky-high thrills and quiet desert moments. Whether it's quad biking adrenaline or peaceful camel strolls, it delivers unforgettable memories in Namibia's stunning...

AMAZING experience at Desert Explorers Adventure Centre. If you are looking to explore the desert, this is for you.

Do Note: August 2025 is a very cold month in Swakopmund. Look into their seasons and average temperatures by month so that you get the experience you are looking for. In the cold months such as August, it is best to wear a jacket (even in the desert).

I did the 2 hour combo (890 Namibia Dollars each per person) which includes quad biking and sandboarding.

Quad biking is fun and amazing. You follow your guide through the desert up and around hills. The guide makes sure to show you how to use the bike even if you haven’t used it before. There are steep hills so sometimes you may get stuck and the guide will show you how to properly ascend.

Sandboarding is lying down flat on the board, not standing up. During the combo, the guide takes you to a very steep hill in which to sandboard down. The guide oils one side of the board and pushes you down. Beware: it is quite the endurance effort to walk back up the hill, you may be winded and out of breath.

Overall, this was a good value and...

Wondeful 2-hour quad biking and sandboarding combo experience! No need to book in advance for quad biking and sandboarding combo. Just pop in at their office, although you may need to wait because they were quite busy. It was my first quad biking and the guide Ricky made it such a pleasure and memorable. He was understanding and patient, so he started at the speed that I felt comfortable with. When I get used to it, he encouraged me to go a bit faster and hence helped me conquering higher sand dunes. I felt confident and accomplished by pushing through my comfort zone.

Recommend to book at least 1 hour quad bike so that you get used to the bike, build up confidence and then can relax and enjoy the magnificent sand dunes and the exhilarating experience climbing them! The lie-down sandboarding added the thrill to the tour, as it was quite intimidating to zoom down the steep slope head first. Anyone can do it, although it's not a main highlight. If you want thrill and challenge, do a proper stand-up sandboarding...