Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes : Timeless Beauty and an Extreme Adventure
The sand dunes popularly known as the Desert of the North is about 40
sq km stretch of sand and covers about 85 sq km. The sand dunes
spreads in the towns of Currimao and Paoay including Laoag City and
extends a part in Pasuquin. The sand can reach 10-30 meters high. But
in some sheltered areas it can reach up to 90 meters.
Due to its unique environment and its scientific and educational
importance, the National Committee on Geological Sciences recognized
the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes as one of the National Geological
Monuments in 1993. A marker was then erected in Calayab, Laoag City.
Sand dunes are large hills of sand formed by different wind patterns
or pushed ashore by waves. The dunes varies in size due to some
factors including the nature of winds, the amount of sediment and
weather conditions.
Extreme Adventures
The La Paz Sand Dunes and Paoay Sand Dunes are the most popular part
of the dunes. The desert is barren but the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes
offers adrenaline pumping adventure.
4 X 4 Wheel Drive Adventure
A 4x4 ride is the most exciting adventure the sand dunes can offer.
The ride is best done early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
You can enjoy the majestic beauty of the desert and feel the
invigorating seabreeze from the Suba Beach which is a part of the
South China Sea.
4-wheel-drive can be rented for an hour starting from 2,500 Php. It
would cost about 500 Php per pax since a truck can accommodate up to 5
passengers.
Remember to apply sunblock lotion and a bring a scarf because the heat
and the winds are harsh sometimes. And wear your most comfortable
clothes for an extreme sport is up next.
Sand Boarding
It is a thrilling and nerve wrecking sports adventure, one must try. A
skimboard is used to ride down the sandy hill from different slopes. A
beginner can try a 10-ft high drop point slope. But those who have an
experience on boarding may try the 20-ft jump off point for the double
adrenaline surge.
Should you bound up north, the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes is a must stop.
For your travel assistance in going to Ilocos Norte, you may want to
read our article, Ilocos Norte : Travel Up North.
sq km stretch of sand and covers about 85 sq km. The sand dunes
spreads in the towns of Currimao and Paoay including Laoag City and
extends a part in Pasuquin. The sand can reach 10-30 meters high. But
in some sheltered areas it can reach up to 90 meters.
Due to its unique environment and its scientific and educational
importance, the National Committee on Geological Sciences recognized
the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes as one of the National Geological
Monuments in 1993. A marker was then erected in Calayab, Laoag City.
Sand dunes are large hills of sand formed by different wind patterns
or pushed ashore by waves. The dunes varies in size due to some
factors including the nature of winds, the amount of sediment and
weather conditions.
Extreme Adventures
The La Paz Sand Dunes and Paoay Sand Dunes are the most popular part
of the dunes. The desert is barren but the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes
offers adrenaline pumping adventure.
4 X 4 Wheel Drive Adventure
A 4x4 ride is the most exciting adventure the sand dunes can offer.
The ride is best done early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
You can enjoy the majestic beauty of the desert and feel the
invigorating seabreeze from the Suba Beach which is a part of the
South China Sea.
4-wheel-drive can be rented for an hour starting from 2,500 Php. It
would cost about 500 Php per pax since a truck can accommodate up to 5
passengers.
Remember to apply sunblock lotion and a bring a scarf because the heat
and the winds are harsh sometimes. And wear your most comfortable
clothes for an extreme sport is up next.
Sand Boarding
It is a thrilling and nerve wrecking sports adventure, one must try. A
skimboard is used to ride down the sandy hill from different slopes. A
beginner can try a 10-ft high drop point slope. But those who have an
experience on boarding may try the 20-ft jump off point for the double
adrenaline surge.
Should you bound up north, the Ilocos Norte Sand Dunes is a must stop.
For your travel assistance in going to Ilocos Norte, you may want to
read our article, Ilocos Norte : Travel Up North.
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