GW: From a 'Viewing' to a 'Playing' Sand Dune. Enjoy Spectacular Activities at Tottori Sand Dunes

Known for its magnificent landscape overlooking the Sea of Japan, Tottori Sand Dunes offers a wide array of unique activities for visitors during Golden Week, catering to increased holiday demand. The official Tottori Sand Dunes Visitor Center website introduces activities such as photo guided tours, sandboarding, sand dune yoga, fat biking, paragliding, camel riding experiences, sand dune Segway tours, sand sculpture workshops, sand painting experiences, and marine activities in the Uradome Coast area.

The charm of Tottori Sand Dunes is not just in viewing it. It offers an exhilarating feeling of sliding down sand slopes, the extraordinary sensation of soaring through the sky with a view of the Sea of Japan, the experience of cycling across sandy terrain on a fat bike, and the exotic pleasure of riding a camel – all providing unique photo opportunities and experiences that can only be found here. For Golden Week outing plans, family trips, experiential tourism, SNS-worthy spots, and outdoor feature coverage, please consider Tottori Sand Dunes.

[Activity 1] Sandboarding: Sliding down the “Golden Slope” overlooking the Sea of Japan One of the signature experiences at Tottori Sand Dunes is sandboarding, sliding down sandy slopes on a board. Tottori Sand Dunes Sandboard School operates experiences for sandboarding and sand sliders in the national park, Tottori Sand Dunes. The thrill of sliding down a slope of approximately 30 degrees is a major draw, and sand sliders are also suitable for Golden Week as families can enjoy them together.

[Activity 2] Paragliding: Enjoying the Sand Dunes and Sea from the Sky Paragliding experiences are also available at Tottori Sand Dunes. Zero Paraglider School is introduced as an experience suitable for beginners and those who are not athletic. Features include safe landings on the obstacle-free sand dunes and the ability to choose practice slopes according to wind direction. Half-day schools are offered with morning and afternoon sessions, including equipment rental.

[Activity 3] Fat Biking: The Extraordinary Feeling of Riding on Sand Experiencing riding a fat bike with extra-wide tires on sandy terrain and along the beachside is another unique activity at Tottori Sand Dunes. Camel Cycle Club conducts tours on bicycles in the national park, Tottori Sand Dunes, where you can ride a fat bike over the sand and through magnificent scenery. With instructor lectures, it is easy for first-timers to participate.

[Activity 4] Camel Riding: A Classic and Popular Tottori Sand Dunes Experience When it comes to Tottori Sand Dunes, camel riding is a must-do experience. Rakudaya offers the rare opportunity in Japan to ride a real camel and walk around the area. The combination of the Tottori Sand Dunes landscape and camels creates an exotic atmosphere, highly appealing for photos and videos. Please note that operations may be suspended during bad weather such as rain or strong winds, and during Golden Week, due to camel fatigue, only children may be allowed to ride.

[Activity 5] Sand Dunes Segway: Exploring the Vast Western Area At Tottori Sand Dunes, you can also enjoy “Sand Dunes Segway,” exploring the sand dunes on an off-road Segway. The official website describes a course of approximately 6.5 kilometers, allowing visitors to tour high scenic viewpoints and the less crowded western area. With lectures by Segway Japan certified instructors, and guidance from instructors holding sand dune guide and Tottori tourism master qualifications, it offers a high-value experience.

[Activity 6] Photo Guided Tour: Sand Dune Tourism in the SNS Era There are also photo guided tours where a guide takes you around Tottori Sand Dunes, helping you capture impressive photos with your smartphone. The guide leads you to hidden spots in the sand dunes to take memorable pictures. Photo data is provided upon disbandment, making it easy to post to SNS directly from the location.