Tamanrasset & the Hoggar
Hoggar & Assekrem: sunrise over the Atakor
Volcanic peaks, Tuareg camps and a night near Charles de Foucauld's hermitage to watch the sun rise over the Hoggar mountains.
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Desert expedition
Grand caravan of the Hoggar: Atakor, Amadror and the Tefedest
A month-long camel expedition for experienced desert travellers: across the Atakor, through the salt plain of Amadror, around the Garet el Djenoun and along the Tefedest range.
Overview
This is the longest journey we offer: about four weeks of caravan life in the eastern and northern Hoggar. From Tamanrasset you cross the Atakor, descend to the immense plain of Amadror, walk towards the Garet el Djenoun, the 'mountain of spirits', and follow the Tefedest range before returning past the granite domes of Igmaten.
It is reserved for travellers in good physical condition who have already done a camel trek or a long desert trek. Everyone takes part in camp life. One spare day is planned in Tamanrasset at the end, as a safety margin for the return flight.
Day by day
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Day 1 Arrival in Tamanrasset Tamanrasset
Welcome at Tamanrasset airport by the SEFAR team and transfer to a guesthouse.
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Days 2–10 Across the Atakor to Amadror Atakor
Nine days crossing the volcanic Atakor and descending east towards the great plain of Amadror.
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Days 11–15 Towards the Garet el Djenoun Ens Aguelmanen
From Amadror north to Ens Aguelmanen, with the Garet el Djenoun rising ahead.
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Days 16–21 Along the Tefedest Tefedest
Six days following the Tefedest range to the wadi Adenek.
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Days 22–28 Igmaten domes and return Igmaten
Last week of walking past the granite domes of Igmaten, then transfer to Tamanrasset.
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Day 29 Spare day in Tamanrasset Tamanrasset
Free day in Tamanrasset, kept as a safety margin.
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Day 30 Departure Tamanrasset
Transfer to Tamanrasset airport for your flight.
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- 4x4 transfers to and from the start of the trek
- English- or French-speaking local guide throughout
- Camel or donkey team and cameleers to carry luggage and camp
- All meals during the trek, breakfast in towns
- Camping equipment: tents, mattresses, kitchen
- National park entry fees and permits
Not included
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Sleeping bag
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Tips for the crew
Practical information
- Departures
- Private departures on the dates you choose. Ask us about small-group dates in season.
- Accommodation
- Hotel or guesthouse in town at the start and end; tented bivouac with full board during the trek.
- Group size
- 2 – 12 travellers
- Difficulty
- Challenging
A valid passport (6 months) and an Algerian visa or visa-on-arrival authorisation are required. We send the invitation documents you need once your booking is confirmed. See our practical information (checked 19 October 2026).
Hoggar and Tamanrasset region: travel in this area depends on the authorisations and escort rules set by the Algerian authorities, which can change at short notice. We confirm that your dates are feasible before any booking, and adapt the route if needed.
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Price on request
30 days
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