Assekrem
Two moments of light frame the stage: sunset, then the next morning's sunrise, with a visit to the hermitage.
Tamanrasset
The Tassili of the Hoggar, where rock meets sand
Length8 days / 7 nights
RegionFar South
EffortActive
From1 290 €
Why you'll love this trip
- The Assekrem, Father de Foucauld's hermitage and sunrise/sunset.
- The Hoggar's volcanic peaks, gueltas, plateaus and natural arches.
- Rock-art sites and light 1 to 1½-hour walks depending on the day.
- Camps out in the desert and a first/last night in a guesthouse in Tamanrasset.
About this journey
The Hoggar changes the shape of the Sahara. Here, volcanic peaks, gueltas, plateaus and rock-art sites replace the endless horizon of dunes. The circuit moves from Tamanrasset up to the Assekrem, then deeper into the Tassili of the Hoggar, with light walks and several nights in camp before a return to a guesthouse.
Your day-by-day itinerary
8 daysDay 1Arrival in TamanrassetFlight from Algiers
Flight from Algiers, welcome by your guide, transfer to a guesthouse, check-in, a light dinner and overnight.
Day 2AssekremOff by 4x4 to the Assekrem
Off by 4x4 to the Assekrem, lunch at the Afilal guelta, camp set-up, a visit to Father de Foucauld's hermitage and sunset.
Day 3Ifak and IghargharSunrise over the Assekrem
Sunrise over the Assekrem, breakfast, off to Ifak, lunch on the way, then camp in the Igharghar wadi.
Day 4Tassili of the HoggarOn to the Tassili of the Hoggar
On to the Tassili of the Hoggar, lunch at Tinakachaker, a visit to the site and up the dunes for sunset, camp.
Day 5YoufahaketAcross the Hadbataïn plateau
Across the Hadbataïn plateau, a visit to caves adorned with engravings, the natural arch, dinner and camp at Youfahaket.
Day 6Teghssi and YoufaghlalOff to Teghssi then Youfaghlal
Off to Teghssi then Youfaghlal, lunch, camp set-up, a Saharan dinner and a night under canvas or beneath the stars.
Day 7Back to TamanrassetA gradual return
A gradual return, lunch at Tinakarine, free time in town and its markets, a guesthouse for a shower and rest, a last dinner, then transfer to the airport.
Day 8Flight homeFlight scheduled from Tamanrasset to Algiers.
Flight scheduled from Tamanrasset to Algiers.
What you'll discover
Tassili of the Hoggar
The mineral heart of the circuit, explored by 4x4 and on short walks depending on the day.
Rock-art sites
Adorned caves and engravings punctuate the route, notably as you cross the Hadbataïn plateau.
Tamanrasset
The start and end point, with a guesthouse and a last spell of free time in the town and its markets.
Route map
Where you'll go
A clear look at the Tamanrasset route — just the key stops along the way.
RouteTamanrasset
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Algiers
Flight to Tamanrasset.
What's included
- Algiers–Tamanrasset return flight.
- Accommodation in camp, under canvas.
- Full board: 6 lunches and 6 dinners.
- Transfers and travel by comfortable vehicle, 4x4 in the desert.
- A local English- and French-speaking guide for the visits.
- Excursions and guided walks.
- Water and local support.
What's not included
- International return flights.
- Visa fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips and personal spending.
- Drinks, meals and services not included in your chosen package.
- Personal equipment to bring.
- Optional excursions or activities not in the programme.
- Any baggage fees charged by the airline.
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