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Crossing the Sahara – Mauritania 7-Day Adrar Desert Expedition

7 days

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Start and end in Nouakchott

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Nouakchott
Start point
Nouakchott-Nord, Mauritania (Airport to Hotel )
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Azalaï Hôtel Nouakchott or similar )
Optional Activities
- Explore the fish market along the Atlantic coast
- Visit local artisan markets
Landmarks
Fish Market
Day 2
Nouakchott to Atar
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Bab Sahara Hotel or similar )
Included Activities
- Scenic overland drive northward from Nouakchott to Atar
- Photo stops along the route
- Small village visits
Landmarks
Adrar Mountains
Day 3
Atar to Chinguetti
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Auberge Vasque or similar )
Included Activities
- Journey to Chinguetti
- Explore the old town of Chinguetti
- Visit ancient stone architecture
- Visit historic libraries
- Meet local custodians of ancient manuscripts
- Experience the timeless atmosphere of the desert settlement
Landmarks
Chinguetti
Day 4
Erg Amatlich
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Campement Bab Sahara or similar )
Included Activities
- 4x4 travel through Erg Amatlich dune system
- Walk along the dune crests
- Traditional Saharan camp experience
Landmarks
Erg Amatlich
Day 5
Hidden Oases and Desert Canyons
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Camping (Luxury Desert Camp Experience or similar )
Included Activities
- Explore isolated desert valleys
- Travel through rocky canyon routes
- Discover hidden oases
- Visit palm groves
- Learn about traditional lifestyles of nomadic desert communities
Landmarks
Desert Oases
Desert Canyons
Day 6
Adrar Region - Return toward Atar
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Hotel Etoile du Nord or similar )
Included Activities
- Explore Adrar region's landscapes
- Visit scenic viewpoints
- View ancient rock formations
- Visit remote desert settlements
- Interact with local nomadic communities
Landmarks
Adrar Mountains
Day 7
Atar to Nouakchott
End point
Nouakchott-Nord, Mauritania (Hotel to Airport )
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Drive from Atar to Nouakchott

Landmarks
Fish Market

Landmarks
Adrar Mountains

Landmarks
Chinguetti

Landmarks
Erg Amatlich

Landmarks
Desert Oases
Desert Canyons

Landmarks
Adrar Mountains

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Azalaï Hôtel Nouakchott or similar
Hotel 4*
day 1
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Hotel 3*
day 2
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Hotel 3*
day 3
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Campement Bab Sahara or similar
Hotel 3*
day 4
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Luxury Desert Camp Experience or similar
Camping
day 5
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Hotel Etoile du Nord or similar
Hotel 3*
day 6
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Across Africa Tours & Travel

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Rating: 4.1(134 reviews)
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Response rate: 100%
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4.1

Fabiola
May 4th, 2026
It was an indescribably fascinating, intense and impressive trip. Our driver Anell and our guide Remi were very...
It was an indescribably fascinating, intense and impressive trip. Our driver Anell and our guide Remi were very responsible and friendly towards us. Remi brought us very close to the culture and people we met through his knowledge. Anell, our driver, drove us the approx. 2000 km through Benin with great foresight and very safely through the country. We are a couple in our early 60's. The hotels were fine for us. We knew that we could not apply European standards. Everyone who goes on a trip like this should know this. The breakfast consisted of baguette, omelette, coffee, tea (partly instant coffee), butter, jam - all sufficient for a breakfast. Remi gave us the opportunity to get to know and enjoy real African cuisine. We were there to get to know the people, their way of life, culture and religions - especially the Vodun/Voodoo. We got so close to the people on this trip. We didn't feel like the "whites", but that we belonged in a spiritual way. We can only recommend this trip to others. Many thanks to Remi and Anell! Berend and FabiólShow more
Alessio
April 18th, 2026
We had a great time in Madagascar; the tour guides were very helpful and accommodating. The agency, too, has been...
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Tour ID: 351941

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Ouguiya
Mauritania
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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
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- Cholera - Recommended for Mauritania. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Mauritania. Ideally 3 months before travel.
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- Yellow fever - Recommended for Mauritania. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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Crossing the Sahara – Mauritania 7-Day Adrar Desert Expedition

Itinerary

Nouakchott

Optional Activities

Nouakchott to Atar

Included Activities

Atar to Chinguetti

Included Activities

Erg Amatlich

Included Activities

Hidden Oases and Desert Canyons

Included Activities

Adrar Region - Return toward Atar

Included Activities

Atar to Nouakchott

Included Activities

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