• Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
  • Iherir, the Saharan Oasis
Algeria

Iherir, the Saharan Oasis

Réf : NLUDUT

In summary

  • Sports
    Hiking / Trekking
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Level
    Beginner

    Levels

    Hiking / Trekking
    Beginner
    For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
    Intermediate
    For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
    Confirmed
    For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
    Advanced
    For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
    Expert
    For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
  • Destination
    Africa / Algeria
  • Age
    From 20 - 70 years
  • CO₂-Emissions
    66.75 kg CO2
  • Type of stay
    This group trip is perfect for travelers who want to experience a sporting adventure with other enthusiasts and be guided.
    Type of stay
    In a group
  • Languages
    English
    Arabic
    French

In a few words

Discover Iherir, an exceptional oasis nestled in the heart of the Tassili n'Ajjer, where the desert reveals a completely different face. This tour takes you through contrasting landscapes, from majestic canyons and natural pools to verdant palm groves and vast stretches of dunes. Explore the spectacular scenery of Essendilene, the Iherir oasis with its natural waters, and the fascinating rock engravings of Dider and Tegharghart. As your adventure unfolds, be amazed by the rock formations of Tikoubaouine and Tilaline, testaments to an exceptional natural and historical heritage.

Accompanied by a local Tuareg team, experience a true immersion in the Saharan world, between bivouacs in the heart of the dunes, unforgettable sunsets and musical evenings under the stars.

More than just a discovery of the desert, it is a journey between nature, history and local culture, to encounter the hidden treasures of the Algerian Sahara.

The highlights

  • Immersion with a local Tuareg team
  • Discovering the Iherir oasis and its natural guelta
  • Exploring canyons and spectacular landscapes
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Sport

Level

Hiking / Trekking

Beginner

Levels

Hiking / Trekking
Beginner
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.
Intermediate
For those wishing to hike for 4 to 5 hours a day, covering an elevation gain of around 600m on trails. You hike occasionally and are in good physical condition.
Confirmed
For those wishing to hike for up to 6 hours a day and/or cover an elevation gain of 600 to 800 meters, both on and off-trail. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in a sporting activity once a week, hike regularly, and are in very good physical condition.
Advanced
For those wishing to undertake multi-day hikes involving over 6 hours of walking and an elevation gain of 700 to 1,200 meters, off-trail or over rugged terrain. High-altitude sections are possible. You engage in endurance sports several times a week, hike regularly, and are in excellent physical condition.
Expert
For those who want a challenging hike of 7 to 8 hours per day with over 1200 meters of elevation gain off-trail or on rough terrain. High-altitude sections. You have been practicing high-intensity endurance sports several times a week for several years, and you are training for this event.
For those wishing to walk for up to 3 hours with minimal elevation gain (max. 300m) along roads, tracks, trails, or rolling terrain. Suitable for everyone.

In figures

Hiking

  • Average duration/day: 1h30
  • Average distance/day: 5 km

Management

During this stay, several supervisors will be present to guide and assist you, ensuring your comfort and safety throughout the trip.
Band : 1 supervisor for 1 to 12 people
Languages ​​spoken:
English
Arabic
French
Hachemi Bouatit
Hachemi Bouatit
Mustapha Haouas
Mustapha Haouas

The trek is led by Hachemi and Mustapha. They are accompanied by a Tuareg guide and a local Tuareg team, specialists in trekking in the Tassili n'Ajjer, who share their knowledge of the desert and its culture. Together, they guarantee an authentic and well-organized experience.

Program

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
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    Welcome to Djanet and your first Saharan immersion

    • Accommodation Hostel
    • Breakfast not included
    • Lunch not included
    • Dinner not included

    Airport welcome by our Tuareg team, assistance with formalities for access to Tassili National Park and check-in at the hostel.

    Day 1

Accommodation

During this stay, you will sleep in several different accommodations.
🏠 Inn - Day 1 and 6
  • 🏠 Inn - Day 1 and 6
  • 🏠 Inn - Day 1 and 6
  • 🏠 Inn - Day 1 and 6
  • 🏠 Inn - Day 1 and 6
  • 🏠 Inn - Day 1 and 6
🏠 Inn - Day 1 and 6

The hostel offers comfortable rooms, private and shared showers and toilets, and a functional kitchen. It features a swimming pool and offers stunning views of the desert rocks and dunes.

⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 4
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 4
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 4
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 4
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 4
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 4
  • ⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 4
⛺️ Bivouac / Tent - Days 2 to 4

All the necessary equipment is provided for the bivouac: individual tents, mattresses, blankets, and camping chairs. The camel drivers and the local team take care of transporting the equipment, so all you have to worry about is enjoying the desert.


Access

Departure
Aéroport d'Alger Houari Boumédiène (ALG), Dar El Beïda, Algérie
Day 1 : 20h00
End of stay
Aéroport d'Alger Houari Boumédiène (ALG), Dar El Beïda, Algérie
Day 7 - 06h30

Go to the starting point

Access by plane
The nearest airport isAéroport d'Alger Houari Boumédiène (ALG), Dar El Beïda, Algérie
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Price details

The price includes

  1. Flight ticket Algiers - Djanet - Algiers
  2. Visa application processing handled in advance
  3. Welcome and assistance upon arrival at Djanet airport by our Tuareg team
  4. Support from the local team
  5. 4x4 transport vehicle
  6. Full board accommodation
  7. All meals included (breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, dinner)
  8. Local team: French-speaking guide + artists + cook + 4x4 drivers
  9. Equipment: Single tent (two-person), mattress, blanket, comfortable camping chair
  10. A free scarf (color of your choice)
  11. Traditional musical evening on the last night
  12. Airport-Hostel-Airport Transfer

The price does not include

  1. International flight ticket to Algiers
  2. Visa fees (payable in cash upon arrival at Algiers Airport)
  3. Personal expenses (shopping at the market, souvenirs…)
  4. Medical expenses or costs related to personal treatment
  5. Tips for the local team (at the traveler's discretion)
  6. Any service not mentioned in the included services

Options

  1. Flex fare and insurance

Practical information

Specific formalities

Specifics

Before your departure, check with the embassy or consulate regarding the entry and stay requirements for your destination country. You can also find this information on the France Diplomatie website ( https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/dossiers-pays/ ).


In the case of flights with stopovers operated by different airlines, also check the entry requirements of the countries you are transiting through.

It is your responsibility to ensure you are in compliance, particularly regarding the validity of your identity documents (for example, some countries require your passport to be valid for at least six months after your return) , visa requirements, necessary vaccinations, and health recommendations. And don't forget to consider any customs restrictions and other potential requirements of your destination or transit country.


ℹ️ Information may change up to the departure date, remember to regularly check official websites.

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