Embark on an 8-day adventure through Mauritania, starting with a journey from Nouakchott to Atar to immerse in the local culture. The following days take you through historical towns like Oudane and Chinguetti, where ancient architecture and UNESCO sites await. Venture through the Sahara to the Richat Structure, Big Sand Dunes, and Terjit Oasis, meeting local communities along the way. Marvel at the Benamira Monolith’s prehistoric grandeur before hopping on the iron train for a unique Sahara crossing. Conclude your exploration in Noudhibou and Banc d’Arguin before a serene boat ride and return to Nouakchott, rounding off a trip filled with cultural, historical, and natural wonders.
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Nouakchott
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Nouakchott
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3-4 star hotels
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Included
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SUV or Car
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Nouakchott, Boutilimit, Sangrave, Guelta Matmata, Tidjikja, Tichit, Akreijit (Petroglyphs), Elephant Rock/Finger Rock Es Sba, Oualata, Néma, Timbédra, Ayoun el Atrous, Guelta Metraucha, Kiffa, Aleg, and Diawling.
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Included
8-day Mauritania itinerary
- Arrive in Nouakchott.
- Travel to Atar via a private 4×4 Hilux car (approx. 5-hour drive).
- Check-in to your hotel in Atar and rest.
- Evening: Explore local markets and enjoy traditional Mauritanian cuisine for dinner.
- Morning: Travel from Atar to Oudane (90km north of Atar).
- Visit the Richat Structure, also known as the “Eye of the Sahara”, en route.
- Explore Oudane, known for its ancient architecture and history.
- Overnight stay in Oudane.
Day 03 :
Day 3: Journey to Chinguetti
- Morning: Drive to Chinguetti.
- Explore the historic mosque and libraries of Chinguetti, recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Overnight stay in Chinguetti.
Day 04 :
Day 4: Camel Ride to Big Sand Dunes
- Camel ride to the Big Sand Dunes (approx. 10km from Chinguetti).
- Visit the singing dune, enjoying the unique humming sound produced by the wind.
- Return to Chinguetti for an overnight stay.
- Morning: Travel to Zarga Mountain.
- Meet and interact with Bedouin and Berber communities; learn about their way of life.
- Continue to Terjit Oasis.
- Overnight stay in a traditional desert camp at Terjit Oasis.
- Morning: Visit the Benamira Monolith.
- Travel to Choum to board the Iron Train, a famed train transporting iron ore across the Sahara.
- Overnight stay on the train.
- Morning: Arrive in Nouadhibou and explore.
- Travel to Banc d’Arguin.
- Overnight stay at Arkeiss Camp.
- Morning: Boat ride to the island at 8am (1-hour journey).
- Enjoy lunch on the island.
- Drive back to Nouakchott.
- Transportation to the airport for departure.