Paoay, Ilocos Sand Dunes Activities
Upon arriving, registration and signing of waiver is first on the list. After-which you can pay Php 2,500.00 for one vehicle good for maximum of 5-person and you may choose your ride! Take note that in case something happens to you, the operator or management is not liable as the waiver states. This is a ride at your own risk everyone!
Tip: Visit early in the morning to avoid long lines and extreme heat. Don't forget to apply sunblocks. 🙂
1. 4x4 Extreme Adventure Ride
Tourist from different places visits here for the extreme 4x4 adventure ride through the uphill and downhill landscapes of Paoay Sand Dunes. Brace yourselves as the ride offers forward and backward through the rough sand trails. I assure you that after the activity, your hands will have red marks and blisters may occur.
Oh, I almost forgot, there is a 90 degree free fall ride on your last stop! Very steep so hold your breath, close your eyes and just scream it all the way down!
This is one adventure we can't forget, also, another first for us! We are looking forward for more!
2. Picture Taking - Top View of Sand Dunes
First stop of the ride is the most picturesque view of Sand Dunes. Here, tour guides let your group pose for a picture and I'm telling you, they really know what they are doing! They can capture the best jump shot for you. It's time to change your new profile pictures my friends.
Below is a picture I took on the top of view of Sand Dunes. It is breath taking and windy here, so if you have long hair be sure to wear pony tails. You do not want your picture to be an all hair photo. 😀
3. Sand boarding
On your second stop, guides will ask if you wish to try sand boarding.
Sand boarding is a board sport similar to snowboarding. It is a recreational activity and takes place on sand dunes rather than snow-covered mountains. It involves riding across or down a dune while standing with both feet strapped to a board.
Since I'm already at the Paoay, Ilocos Sand Dunes Extreme 4x4 Adventure Ride hype, might as well try sand boarding too! So, I went on and then yahoo! There I go! Hahahahah! Extreme and scary at first but once you start riding, you'll want to try more! Guides can give you the option to stand or sit on the board. Of course, I'm no expert and also to be safe, I opted to sit. I only tried once as I don't want to shame myself further. Hahahaha!
I did have a video for this, however, the quality is not that good. So sad I can't share it with you. 🙁
This will require a 15-30 minute stopover depending on the line so, hop on and let the sands take you away.
4. Short Beach Bumming
The last stop before heading back is the by the beach. In here you can explore the coast of Paoay for a moment. Take pictures, relax and feel the adrenaline rush cooling down. Afterwards, we are then back to reality! 🙁
And that's it! Our Paoay, Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes Extreme 4x4 Adventure Ride is a success! Do you want to visit soon? Don't hold back, give it a try. 🙂 I'm pretty sure you'll have fun experience when you try the Paoay, Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes Extreme 4x4 Adventure Ride. It's a double check on your bucket list!
Tip: Comfort rooms are not well maintained. There is no running water, so do take a pee along the way before coming here. 🙂 Wear long sleeves and bring extra clothing, you'll be needing it afterwards.
Side Trip
We left Sand Dunes before lunch time as we are heading to our next spot which is Pagudpod. We stopped by the St. Agustin Church and took some photos, however, I could not find any photo's of the church on my camera. 🙁 If you plan on getting here, do check it out. The church is beautiful!
Moving on, there is a stall of Ilocos Empanada in front of the church which is famous on this region. You cannot leave Ilocos Norte without trying this out. You can find Empanda in Ilocos anywhere, but there is a plaza in Vigan, Ilocos Norte that is highly commendable. Check out my upcoming blog for this.
To ease the heat, we also had some Ilocos coolers. Really needed some as it's 12 noon and extremely hot.
After here, we then travel to our next destination, here we come Pagudpod! Will be blogging about it soon!
31 Comments
Such a great post and looks like you had an incredible time! I can’t wait till I get to visit the Philippines! What is your favorite part of living in the Philippines?
We really did! Wow! If you find yourself here, do get the most of your time traveling. There are so many places to visit and explore. My favorite part here in the Philippines is still my hometown Batanes, I have yet to make blog about it and hope you stay tune for it. 🙂
Yes, this in on our bucket list! Cool isn’t it? We don’t have to travel to Dubai to experience sand dunes adventure. ha ha
True! It is really amazing here, knowing also that the famous movie was shot here. 😊👌🏻
I am not really into extreme activities. I always think about my kids, but heck, sometimes I get so spontaneous. Maybe right now I would say, “No, thanks!” But when I am there, I can’t guarantee I would say no. Hahaha…
Hi, this adventure is good for family with teen members too! They’ll enjoy definitely!
I definitely love adventure and this sounds like so much fun! We are even looking into buying a4x4 to go drive in the dunes!
Wow! That’s awesome! Having your own 4×4 will save you cash! Let me know when you visit! 😊
In my bucket list, too. But I wonder, ok lang kaya if may allergic rhinitis? Di ba dusty?
During our trip, i did not felt any sands. However, you could wear mask just to be safe 😊
Great post. It looks like you had an amazing time. Thanks for the tips
We really did! Thanks 😊
This is cool adventure, and truly heart pumping. Will try your recommendation, anyway still not preggo.
Yes, when you get pregnant, you’ll wait longer. Do it soon 🙂
Wow! Did not know you could do these activities in Paoay! So cool! Definitely going to check these out when we find ourselves back in Ilocos Norte! 🙂
Try it out Anne! very exciting! 🙂
This looks fun! Just in time we’re heading in Philippines and we might consider this when we get there.
Add it up on you bucket list. It’s beautiful here and the experience is awesome!
I never knew that we have our very own sand dunes here in the Philippines! It would be great to try this! 🙂
I never knew it too. Do visit it’s beautiful here. 🙂
We have done this ride as a family. We enjoyed the 4x4s going up and down the sand dunes. Too bad I was too nervous to rode a board down a dune.
Awww, sand boarding is fun too. Mybe next time?
Such a cool adventure to ride on 4×4 and go for adventurous trip with lovely scenery..! Indeed very lucky and nice.. Happy holiday!
Yes, It was really cool specially it was my first time. You should try it too. 🙂
The place is very for the filming of action-packed movie wherein chasing scene of cars, jeeps are to be fielded. Our high school principal had been to this a couple months ago. He enjoyed his tour there.
I totally love off roading! Done it just once so far and it was on a hilly terrain, but never on sand dunes! It would be so awesome! Hope I’ll get to do it too!
Nice! I hope you can try it soon!
wow! this is truly an adventure activity that needs to experience. will include this in our bucket lists of places to go
Enjoy your trip when you visit! 🙂
Thanks for sharing your adventure.. this place is sure in my bucket list!
Hi verna, glad you loved it!