Presentation
- Durée / Prix:8 days / 520 €
- Langue:English, French, Italian
• Visa on arrival: Yes (upon request through a local agency).
• Best period / temperatures: October to May, daytime between 18–28°C, cold nights (5–12°C). Very hot summer.
• Recommended stay: minimum 7 days, 8 days for a complete immersion.
• Points of interest: Assekrem, Gueltat d'Afilal, Tinakachaker, Ifoulounane arch, Hadbataïn plateau, rock engravings, Tamekresst waterfalls.
• Activities: hiking, rock engravings, starry sky bivouacs, sunrises/sunsets, Tuareg cultural encounters.
Highlights
- Mythical sunrise at the Assekrem (2,780 m)
- Hermitage of Charles de Foucauld
- Millenary rock engravings on the Hadbataïn plateau
- Ifoulounane natural arch
- Bivouacs under an exceptional starry sky
- Crossing the volcanic Kel Ahaggar plateau
- Tamekresst waterfalls
- Immersion in Tuareg culture
Included / Not Included
- Round-trip flights Algiers – Tamanrasset
- French-speaking Tuareg guide
- 4×4 transport
- Full board and Saharan cuisine
- Guesthouse accommodation (nights 1 & 8)
- Organised bivouacs with full equipment
- Mineral water throughout the circuit
- Visa on arrival managed by the agency
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Alcoholic beverages
- Repatriation insurance (mandatory — must be arranged before departure)
- Hoggar National Park entry fees
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Personal hiking equipment
Itinéraire
Expand allDay 1 — Departure from Algiers, Arrival in Tamanrasset
- Flight from Algiers to Tamanrasset, welcome by your Tuareg guide at Aguenar airport
- Check-in at the guesthouse and rest time
- Trek briefing and preparation for the days ahead
- Dinner with typical Saharan cuisine
Day 2 — Tamanrasset Market, Gueltat d'Afilal, Assekrem
- Morning visit to the Tamanrasset craft market
- Stop at the Gueltat d'Afilal: natural pool hidden among volcanic rocks, with fresh water and migratory birds
- Ascent to the Assekrem (2,780 m) through the volcanic needles of the Hoggar
- Visit to the hermitage of Charles de Foucauld, monk-explorer who lived here from 1905 to 1916
- Exceptional sunset from the Assekrem viewpoint — 360° panorama
- Overnight bivouac at the Assekrem
Day 3 — Assekrem Sunrise, Tinakachaker & Igharghar Dune
- Wake up before dawn for the legendary Assekrem sunrise — sky ablaze over the volcanic peaks
- Descent and visit to the village of Ifak
- Crossing of the fossil Igharghar wadi
- Tinakachaker site: natural arches and prehistoric rock engravings
- Ascent of the great Igharghar dune for sweeping views
- Overnight bivouac
Day 4 — Ifoulounane Natural Arch, Youfahket
- Discovery of the Ifoulounane natural arch — one of the most spectacular geological formations in the Hoggar
- Exploration of unique volcanic geological formations
- Arrival at Youfahket
- Evening bivouac with Tuareg music around the fire
Day 5 — Teghssi Village, Youfaghlal
- Trek towards Youfaghlal via Teghssi, a traditional Tuareg village
- Encounter with local inhabitants: local craft discovery (jewellery, leather goods, weaving)
- Cultural exchanges and authentic hospitality
- Overnight bivouac at Youfaghlal
Day 6 — Hadbataïn Plateau & Rock Engravings Cave
- Ascent to the Hadbataïn plateau, crossing of volcanic lava fields
- Discovery of a rock engraving cave over 6,000 years old: animals, pastoral scenes and geometric compositions
- Descent through a black basalt canyon with spectacular walls
- Overnight bivouac on the plateau under a sky of exceptional stellar density
Day 7 — Tinakarine, Tiblisst & Tikadirine Wadi
- Trek to Tinakarine and the Tiblisst site: exceptionally fine and detailed rock engravings
- Walk along the Tikadirine wadi, carved through pink granite — a mineral landscape of rare beauty
- Last night bivouac under the stars of the Hoggar
Day 8 — Tamekresst Waterfalls, Return to Tamanrasset
- Morning visit to the Tamekresst waterfalls — natural pools fed by a permanent spring in the heart of the desert
- Swimming in the natural pools, a unique experience in the Sahara
- Return to Tamanrasset by 4×4
- Transfer to Aguenar airport
- Return flight to Algiers — end of circuit
Frequently Asked Questions
When is this circuit available?
Contact the agency with your availability: they will form a group or organise the departure according to the flight schedule to Tamanrasset.
Note: price calculated based on a minimum of 6 people.
How does the visa on arrival work?
The visa-on-arrival procedure is handled by your travel agency. From the moment you book, the agency takes care of all the necessary formalities.
Form and Documentation:
• At the time of booking, your agency will send you a form to fill in.
• Complete this form and return it to the agency along with a scan of your passport.
Agency Processing: The agency submits the completed form and a copy of your passport to Algeria's Ministry of Tourism and Crafts. You will then receive confirmation in the form of a "laissez-passer", usually within 15 days.
At Check-in: Present your laissez-passer to board. This document is essential for check-in and entry into the country.
Upon Arrival in Algeria: You will need to present the following documents:
• Your laissez-passer.
• Pay the visa fee: €96 or 14,000 Algerian dinars. Payment can be made in cash, with euros accepted (price subject to change).
• A bank statement or proof of financial resources (such as pay slip, tax assessment, or retirement certificate).
• Your return airline ticket.
• Your repatriation insurance certificate.
Visa Stamping: Once these steps are completed, a visa will be stamped in your passport, allowing you to begin your journey to Tamanrasset.
What to know before you go?
• Moderate hikes: 6 to 10 km per day on varied terrain (volcanic rock, sand, granite). Good physical fitness recommended.
• Altitude: The Assekrem reaches 2,780 m — slight altitude effects possible on the first night; stay hydrated.
• Respect local customs: modest dress recommended when visiting villages and meeting Tuareg communities.
• Mobile network: Non-existent on most of the route. Embrace total disconnection.
What to pack for this circuit?
• Light clothing for the day and warm layers for the night (fleece + windproof jacket).
• Thermal underwear for cold nights at altitude.
• Comfortable hiking shoes or boots.
• Cheche or neck gaiter (wind and sand protection).
• Cap and UV-protective sunglasses.
• SPF 50+ sunscreen.
• Moisturising cream for face and hands.
• Lip balm.
• Water bottle or hydration bladder (minimum 2 litres/day).
• Headlamp with spare batteries.
• Portable power bank.
• Personal first aid kit.
• Wet wipes and toilet paper.
This circuit is available from October to May, on any desired dates.
Contact the agency with your availability: they will form a group or organise the departure according to the flight schedule to Tamanrasset.
Note: price calculated based on a minimum of 6 people.
A visa is required for foreign nationals, but thanks to this visa-on-arrival procedure, you no longer need to visit consulates or embassies.
The visa-on-arrival procedure is handled by your travel agency. From the moment you book, the agency takes care of all the necessary formalities.
Form and Documentation:
• At the time of booking, your agency will send you a form to fill in.
• Complete this form and return it to the agency along with a scan of your passport.
Agency Processing: The agency submits the completed form and a copy of your passport to Algeria's Ministry of Tourism and Crafts. You will then receive confirmation in the form of a "laissez-passer", usually within 15 days.
At Check-in: Present your laissez-passer to board. This document is essential for check-in and entry into the country.
Upon Arrival in Algeria: You will need to present the following documents:
• Your laissez-passer.
• Pay the visa fee: €96 or 14,000 Algerian dinars. Payment can be made in cash, with euros accepted (price subject to change).
• A bank statement or proof of financial resources (such as pay slip, tax assessment, or retirement certificate).
• Your return airline ticket.
• Your repatriation insurance certificate.
Visa Stamping: Once these steps are completed, a visa will be stamped in your passport, allowing you to begin your journey to Tamanrasset.
• Best period: October to May — pleasant days (18–28°C), cold nights (5–12°C). Thermal layers essential.
• Moderate hikes: 6 to 10 km per day on varied terrain (volcanic rock, sand, granite). Good physical fitness recommended.
• Altitude: The Assekrem reaches 2,780 m — slight altitude effects possible on the first night; stay hydrated.
• Respect local customs: modest dress recommended when visiting villages and meeting Tuareg communities.
• Mobile network: Non-existent on most of the route. Embrace total disconnection.
This list is not exhaustive; your travel agent will give you the complete list of necessities to bring with you.
• Light clothing for the day and warm layers for the night (fleece + windproof jacket).
• Thermal underwear for cold nights at altitude.
• Comfortable hiking shoes or boots.
• Cheche or neck gaiter (wind and sand protection).
• Cap and UV-protective sunglasses.
• SPF 50+ sunscreen.
• Moisturising cream for face and hands.
• Lip balm.
• Water bottle or hydration bladder (minimum 2 litres/day).
• Headlamp with spare batteries.
• Portable power bank.
• Personal first aid kit.
• Wet wipes and toilet paper.
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