ATLANTIS DUNES
THE EVER-POPULAR SAND DRIVING EXPERIENCE
30 NOVEMEBER 2025
THRILLS, ADRENALIN AND LOADS OF FUN IN THE DUNES
If you enjoy sand driving here is an opportunity to join us once again on a day trip to the ever-popular Atlantis Dunes. A seasoned guide will share many hints, tips and information on sand driving before and during the time spent in the dunes, ensuring maximum pleasure with minimum risk to participants and vehicles.
Driving the dunes is really a great experience and lots of fun. It is important however that the basic 4x4 sand driving rules are always adhered to, namely, as slow as possible as fast as necessary, don’t overdo it rather do it over, tyre pressure, momentum, always drive at the correct angle over a dune, following distance and wait for the vehicle in front of you to clear an obstacle, to mention but a few. These are to ensure the safety of all participants. As the day progresses and your confidence and sand-driving skills improve, the seemingly impossible dunes will become a lot easier to drive. We will be visiting the well-known “Wall of Death”, “Horseshoe”, The “Figure 8” and “Langduin”, ensuring many highlights. These obstacles can damage vehicles if some of the golden rules of sand driving are not always adhered to or if Mr Ego gets the better of you.
When driving on the West Coast Road (R27), passing the Atlantis dunes, one does not realize just how huge the dune area really is or the size of some of the dunes. The Atlantis Dunes are a true forgotten gem of the West Coast area. On entering the dune area, you are suddenly surrounded by the pure white sand dunes with Table Mountain in the background. This is truly a worthwhile sight to be appreciated. On venturing further into the dunes, where you are surrounded by dunes, you will experience a feeling of being in a desert far away from civilization.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All information supplied in the agenda is given in good faith by Cederberg 4x4 and compiled from the latest information available at the time. The activity times, as indicated on the agenda, are subject to change without notice and at the sole discretion of the guide.
Vehicles : Only vehicles WITH low range capabilities can be accommodated.
Grading : Trail grading is a 2 - 3.
Nearest Town : Atlantis.
Guide : Coenie Moll.
RENDEZVOUS
PLACE: PARKING AREA AT ATLANTIS DUNES
GPS Coordinates – S 33.59892° E018.45178°
DATE : SUNDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2025.
TIME : 08h30 SHARP. Please respect your fellow participants and be on time.
SUNDAY, 30 NOVEMBER 2025
08h30 - Rendezvous in the PARKING AREA AT ATLANTIS.
- Deflate tyres to 1.0bar and setup of radios.
- Briefing on dune driving.
- Enjoy a self-catered picnic lunch in the dunes.
- Remember to bring your umbrella, gazebo or awning. No shade in the dunes.
- Depart from Atlantis Dunes as a group or at your own time.
FUEL STOPS EN-ROUTE
Ensure that your vehicle is refuelled PRIOR to reaching the rendezvous.
ABLUTION FACILITIES
Ablution facilities available at entrance to the dunes
CATERING
Everyone must be totally self-sufficient for a picnic lunch to be enjoyed in the dunes.
GENERAL
• NO drones, alcohol, wood, gas bottles, gas braais or any braai equipment may be taken into the dune area at Atlantis Dunes.
• All vehicles are checked before entering the dunes by the staff of Cape Nature.
• Atlantis Dunes is a bin-free area. Bring Black bags (what we take in, we take out).
• NO water available. Always advisable to bring your own drinking water on excursions.
• NO fires or gas braais allowed.
• Remember table and chairs.
• The days could be warm with cold winds blowing. Pack clothing accordingly.
• Remember to bring your sun block and hat.
• Remember to bring your cameras, spare batteries and extra memory cards.
• Should you have a sand board, please bring it along for young and old to enjoy.
• NO shade in the dunes. It is advisable to always have an umbrella or awning available.
• Use tie-down straps to secure all items packed in the vehicle as loose items can become missiles.
VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS
• All vehicles must be in sound mechanical condition.
• Always have your spare keys with you.
• Recovery points fitted to the front and rear on your vehicle are a prerequisite.
• Your own Kinetic/recovery strap and 2 x shackles will be advisable.
• A tyre pump and tyre pressure gauge will be required to deflate/inflate tyres. Pack where accessible.
• Carry a fire extinguisher which is easily accessible in the event of an emergency.
• Always carry your personal medical kit. Pack where accessible.
• All other recovery equipment will be supplied.
29 MHz TWO WAY RADIOS
Communication between participating vehicles on any 4x4 excursion is important for many reasons. It ensures the safety of drivers, passengers and vehicles while on a 4x4 trail, where drivers can communicate with one another as regards to their location and situation, not to mention the interesting information that is shared with participants. The fun part is the many interesting stories that are shared among participants.
NB: We require all 4x4 vehicles that don’t have a 29MHz two-way radio, HIRE one from Cederberg 4x4 at a nominal fee of R250-00 for this excursion.
Should you be hiring a 29MHz radio, please ensure that your lighter socket is working. If you intend running more than one item from the lighter socket, ensure to have a double adapter handy as well as a spare fuse for this excursion.
NB: If your vehicle is fitted with a 29MHz radio, please make sure that channels 1, 14, 15 and 23 are open and working for this excursion.
Should you wish to make a once-off investment and purchase a 29MHz radio, we have negotiated a special deal for all Cederberg 4x4 participants. For more information, contact Coenie on 022 492 2040.
COST
Atlantis Permit (max. 4 x people) - R300-00pv
Atlantis Permit for more than 4 x people, extra- R100-00pp
Cederberg 4x4 facilitating, coordinating & guide fees - R525-00pv
Radio hire should your vehicle not be fitted with a 29MHz two-way radio - R250-00
BOOKING AND PAYMENT CONDITIONS
Should you wish to join us on this trip, contact Coenie via return e-mail to obtain the booking form.
• We can only accommodate a maximum of 10 vehicles on this excursion.
• This Cederberg 4x4 excursion is subject to a minimum of 5 x vehicles.
• All bookings are made on a first-come-first-serve basis.
• Reference on all BANK EFT POP (proof of payments) – Your Surname / Trip Name / Date.
Example of reference – Scott/Atlan/Mar
• Cederberg 4x4 requires your completed and signed booking form together with your BANK EFT POP (proof of payment) for the trip and two-way radio hire if applicable to confirm your booking.
• Your completed and signed booking form binds you to the conditions on page one and two.
• Should you wish to cancel or withdraw from this excursion after returning your completed and signed booking form together with your BANK EFT POP (proof of payment) to Cederberg 4x4, you will be required to find a replacement before any refunds or credits are considered.
• Should you not arrive at the rendezvous to take part in this excursion or choose to leave the excursion before it officially ends, you will not be entitled to any refund.
PLEASE NOTE: NO PETS ARE ALLOWED.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT COENIE on 022 492 2040 or Cell / WhatsApp 083 675 6194
