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Algeria’s Sahara Desert Adventure

9 days
Start and end in Algiers
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 12
Ages 16+

Highlights

  • Explore the historic Kasbah quarter in Algiers
  • Roam through Bastion 23 Palace and its secret rooms
  • Camp under the stars in the Sahara Desert
  • Discover ancient rock art in the Tin Koukak region
  • Witness spectacular desert sunsets and night skies

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Trip starts in Algiers
  2. Day 2 City tour of Algiers; fly to Djanet deep in the Sahara
  3. Day 3 El Biredj canyon; first night wild camping in the desert
  4. Day 4 Witness the pre historic rock art in the Tassili n'Ajjer plateau, a UNESCO world heritage site
  5. Day 5 Head deeper into the Sahara desert, into the vast sand dunes at Moul El Naga. Overnight at Tin Koukak
  6. Day 6 Visit the striking Djaren Canyon and see desert rock art around Tin Koukak
  7. Day 7 Return to Djanet to freshen up. Afternoon head out to explore Timrass and Tekoubaouine
  8. Day 8 Erg Admer, crying cows engravings. Return to Djanet
  9. Day 9 Fly back to Algiers where the trip ends
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Customer Reviews

  • Joanne
    · June 13th, 2025
    Such a great trip, Mariam was one of the best guides we've had on a tour, so knowledgeable, patient and kind. It's a very full on tour but totally worth it.
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  • Barbara
    · April 14th, 2025
    Mastapha was absolutely the best guide. He looked after us all very well and went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed the tour. Thank you Mastapha! Tashi’s was an excellent driver - very safe and careful. Thank you
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  • DUNJA
    · January 4th, 2025
    With such a AMAZING AND PERFECT GUIDE COULD NOT BE BETTER. But I would suggest to change itinerary little bit. In Goree Island not Sleeping , St luis one day and more days in Gambia.
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