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Deep Sahara Expedition Mauritania – 12-Day Adrar & Eye of the Sahara Adventure

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Start and end in Nouakchott
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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 16
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Nouakchott

    Nouakchott
    Start point
    Nouakchott-Nord, Mauritania (Airport to Hotel )
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Azalaï Hôtel Nouakchott or similar )
  3. Day 2

    Nouakchott

    Nouakchott
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Azalaï Hôtel Nouakchott or similar )

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to local fish market
    • Exploration of coastal area
  4. Day 3

    Nouakchott to Adrar Desert

    Nouakchott to Adrar Desert
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Auberge Vasque or similar )

    Included Activities

    • 4×4 desert travel through Adrar region
    • Desert camping experience
  5. Day 4

    Terjit Oasis

    Terjit Oasis
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Auberge Terjit)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Terjit Oasis
    • Exploration of desert canyons and dunes
    Landmarks
    Terjit Oasis
  6. Day 5

    Chinguetti

    Chinguetti
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel La Gueila or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to Chinguetti (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Exploration of old libraries
    • Exploration of sandstone mosques
    • Exploration of historic streets
    Landmarks
    Chinguetti
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  7. Day 6

    Ouadane

    Ouadane
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Auberge Vasque Ouadane or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Ouadane ancient caravan city
    • Visit to ancient ruins
    • Exploration of abandoned stone houses
    • Access to elevated viewpoints
    Landmarks
    Ouadane
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  8. Day 7

    Guelb El Richat (Eye of the Sahara)

    Guelb El Richat (Eye of the Sahara)
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch in remote desert setting), Dinner
    Accommodation
    Camping (Luxury Expedition Desert Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Guided excursion to Guelb El Richat (Eye of the Sahara)
    • Exploration of geological formation
    • Panoramic desert viewing
    Landmarks
    Guelb El Richat (Eye of the Sahara)
  9. Day 8

    Ben Amira Monolith

    Ben Amira Monolith
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Camping (Luxury Expedition Desert Camp)

    Included Activities

    • Expedition to Ben Amira monolith
    • Exploration of surrounding granite formations
    • Sunset photography experience
    Landmarks
    Ben Amira Monolith
  10. Day 9

    Tagant Plateau Region

    Tagant Plateau Region
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Camping (Campement Tagant or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Travel through Tagant plateau region
    • Desert camping experience in nomadic area
    Landmarks
    Tagant Plateau
  11. Day 10

    Tagant Plateau Region

    Tagant Plateau Region
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Camping (Campement Tagant or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Cultural encounters with nomadic communities
    • Learning about traditional Saharan lifestyles
    • Livestock herding experience
    • Desert survival techniques instruction
    • Tea ceremony participation
  12. Day 11

    Tagant Plateau to Nouakchott

    Tagant Plateau to Nouakchott
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4* (Azalaï Hôtel Nouakchott or similar )

    Included Activities

    • Return journey through desert ecosystems and rural settlements
  13. Day 12

    Nouakchott

    Nouakchott
    End point
    Nouakchott-Nord, Mauritania (Hotel to Airport )
    Meals
    Breakfast

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