# Exotic Desert Vacations Sandboarding in the Sahara By Elsa Blaine | Published 2008-08-09 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exotic-desert-vacations-snowboard-the-sahara References: [justluxe](http://www.justluxe.com/travel/adventure/article-236775.php) There are few places on earth where a vacation including snowboarding on sand would even be possible. After a few exiting days in [exotic Morocco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saudi-tourism) and travelling the Kasbah route, your camel awaits. That's right; a camel will be your mode of transportation for the next few days as you make your way to the Merzouga sand dunes of the Sahara Desert. While travelling by camel you will sleep under the stars in [Nomad tents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clover-studio) and dine with nomads meet on the way. Now that you've reached the “golden sands of the Sahara” it's time to really have some fun 'sandboarding' the Sahara dunes. “Rent a board or bring your own. Either way, be prepared to find the steepest dune and have the ride of your life. If you're still looking for more, rent a couple of motorbikes, some quads, and continue making your mark on the Moroccan sands.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Adventure Tourism:** The rise of adventurous activities in unique and remote locations like sandboarding in the Sahara creates opportunities for businesses in the adventure tourism industry. - **Eco-friendly Travel:** The popularity of desert vacations highlights a growing trend towards eco-friendly travel options that prioritize sustainable tourism practices and minimize negative environmental impact. - **Experiential Travel:** The demand for immersive and authentic travel experiences, such as sleeping in Nomad tents and dining with nomads, presents opportunities for businesses in the experiential travel industry. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Tourism:** The exotic desert vacation trend opens up opportunities for tour operators, travel agencies, and accommodations providers to cater to adventurous travelers. - **Sports Equipment:** The growing interest in sandboarding and other adventure sports in desert environments creates a market for innovative and durable sports equipment designed for sandboarding, motorbiking, and quad biking. - **Sustainable Fashion:** The rise of desert vacations and eco-friendly travel inspires the development of sustainable clothing and accessories designed for desert conditions, providing opportunities for fashion brands focusing on eco-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rideable Sandcastle Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rideable-sandcastle-course.md) - [Luxurious Sandstone Desert Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bab-al-shams.md) - [Ancient Oasis Desert Hotels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/habitas-alula-desert-hotel.md) - [Exotic Vacation Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/down-under-endeavors.md) - [Fun-Filled Inflatable Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inflatable-board.md) - [Tailored Moroccan Travel Itineraries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gateway2morocco.md) - [Snow-Themed Winter Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-massif-de-charlevoix.md) - [Unique Destination Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-hot-list.md) - [Adventurous Tourism Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saudi-tourism.md)