Djanet Algeria – The Red Tadrart
Djanet trip - The red Tadrart - 7 days - 660 euros
- Location: In The heart of Djanet, explore the Tassili n’Ajjer (UNESCO, famous for its thousands of prehistoric rock paintings) and the Tadrart Rouge, renowned for its spectacular red dunes and monumental arches.
- Dates: 4 dates of departure – please check bellow.
- Flights: Algiers → Djanet (2h30), transfers included (road + track).
- Accommodation: Saharan bivouacs under tents and nights under the stars (mattress, blankets, tents provided).
- Transport: 4×4 vehicles with Tuareg driver-guides + support vehicle.
- Activities: Daily hikes (1 to 2h/day), exploration of arches and canyons, rock art sites (Tin Abadène, Tin Tikel, Tigharghart, Djabaren), Ihrir oasis, Tin Merzouga dunes.
- Meals: Full board (Saharan cuisine: salads, hot dishes, taguella bread, mint tea).
- Supervision: French and englishg speaking Tuareg guide. A cook, and local team of 3 to 5 Tuareg.
- Visa on arrival: Simplified procedure via an approved travel agency (average 15 days processing).
Day 1 — Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Flight Algiers → Djanet at 22:00
Day 2 — Sunday, November 9, 2025
- Arrival in Djanet at 00:25
- Welcome by the Tuareg team
- Entry formalities for the Tassili National Park
- Departure by 4×4 to Tin Amali
- Overnight in a desert bivouac
Day 3 — Monday, November 10, 2025
- Breakfast and departure south across the Imaharhaten plateau
- Exploration of the In Djaren wadi up to the Tissetteka site
- Visit of the rock engravings of Tin Abadène (giraffes, elephants, etc.)
- Bivouac at In Ahar
Day 4 — Tuesday, November 11, 2025
- Crossing the In Djaren wadi up to the majestic site of Téhé Tahoussaït (impressive natural arches)
- Continuation toward the beautiful dunes of Moul N’Aga
- Dinner and overnight in a bivouac
- Hike across the dunes of Moul N’Aga
- Discovery of In Zaouaten and the rock art site of Tin Tikel
- Arrival at In Tehak
- Overnight in a bivouac
Day 5 — Wednesday, November 12, 2025
- Departure for Tin Merzouga, the highest point of the Tadrart dunes
- Sunset with glowing red colors
- Night in a magical bivouac
- Drive to Imesnegha and its wind-polished caves
- Lunch in the desert
- Progressive return through the In Djaren wadi to Adjalati (exit of the Tadrart)
- Overnight in a bivouac
Day 6 — Thursday, November 13, 2025
- Return to Djanet via the Imaharhaten plateau
- Visit of the famous engraving “The Crying Cow” in Tégharghart
- Free time to explore the town, local market, and handicrafts
- Check-in at the lodge, shower, and well-deserved rest
Day 7 — Friday, November 14, 2025
- Transfer to the airport
- Flight Djanet → Algiers at 02:00
Our 4 departure dates for this tour:
- FROM 14 TO 21 FEBRUARY
- FROM 21 TO 27 FEBRUARY
- FROM 11 TO 18 APRIL
- FROM 18 TO 25 APRIL
Price per person: €660
The price of this trip to Djanet is calculated based on a minimum of 6 participants.
The price includes
- 4×4 vehicle
- Transfer from Djanet to the Tadrart by 4×4 over 180 km (130 km paved road and 50 km track)
- Bivouac equipment (tent, mattress, pillow, and blanket provided)
- Full board: cold meals at lunch, hot meals in the evening, with a cook and an assistant cook
- Unlimited mineral water
- Accommodation in a guesthouse for the final night, with shower and rest
The price does not include
- Tips and personal expenses
- Domestic and international airfar
A visa is mandatory for foreign nationals, but thanks to the visa-on-arrival procedure for Djanet and Tamanrasset, you no longer need to visit any consulate or embassy.
The visa-on-arrival process is handled entirely by your travel agency. As soon as you make your booking, the agency takes care of all the necessary formalities.
Forms and Documentation
- At the time of booking, your agency will send you a form to fill out.
- Complete the form and return it to the agency along with a scan of your passport.
Processing by the Agency
The agency submits the completed form and a copy of your passport to the Algerian Ministry of Tourism and Handicrafts.
You will then receive a confirmation in the form of a “laisser-passer”, usually within 15 days.
At Check-In
Present your laisser-passer when boarding. This document is required for check-in and entry into the country.
Upon Arrival in Algeria
You will be asked to present the following:
- Your laisser-passer
- Payment for the visa: €96 or 14,000 Algerian dinars (cash payment; euros generally accepted — amount subject to change)
- A bank identity statement or proof of income (such as payslip, tax certificate, or retirement certificate)
- Your round-trip plane ticket
- Your repatriation insurance certificate
Visa Issuance
Once all steps are completed, a visa will be affixed to your passport, allowing you to begin your trip to Djanet or Tamanrasset.
Simplified Visa on Arrival
- The travel agency provides a document allowing you to board without a visa.
- Upon arrival in Algeria, you will receive a “regularization visa” for the duration of your stay.
- No visa is issued by Algerian consulates abroad; it is delivered directly upon arrival.
- A scanned copy of the passport’s first page and a completed, signed form are required.
Climate and Regional Information
- On the coast: hot summers (average 29°C in Algiers in August) and mild winters (average 15°C in January).
- Central mountain regions experience harsh winters and mild springs.
- The Sahara has an arid desert climate, with temperatures reaching up to 50°C in summer.
Site Protection
- Desert regions have a fragile ecological balance.
- Participants are responsible for keeping the sites clean.
- It is recommended to use a lighter or matches to burn natural waste.
- Non-degradable items (plastic, glass, metal) must be taken back to France.
- Everyone contributes to protecting these natural areas from pollution.
This list is not exhaustive; your travel agent will provide the full list of items you need to bring with you.
- Sunscreen and lip balm (cocoa butter)
- Sunglasses and eye drops (saline solution)
- Good hiking shoes
- Personal medical kit
- Small soft backpack
- Water bottle (minimum 1L)
- Wet wipes
- Sleeping bag
- Toilet paper and a lighter or matches to burn the used paper
- Headlamp with spare batteries & bulb
- Fleece or warm jacket
- Canvas pants (or jeans) and cotton t-shirts
- Mosquito repellent cream or spray
- Plastic bags to protect your belongings, as sand gets everywhere
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