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
Camel trek from Tamanrasset to the Assekrem by the Tanget valley
Fifteen days with a camel caravan through the granite and volcanic heart of the Hoggar, including the Assekrem plateau and an ascent of Mount Tahat, Algeria's highest peak.
Overview
This méharée takes the long way to the Assekrem: north from Tamanrasset through granite massifs and the basin of the wadi Tanget, past engravings and historic passes, to the plateau and Charles de Foucauld's hermitage. The next day you climb Mount Tahat (about 2,900 m), the roof of Algeria, in around three hours.
The return crosses gorges, tamarisk wadis and balcony paths back towards Tamanrasset. You can ride the camels part of the way and walk the rest. Good fitness is required; previous camel experience is not.
Day by day
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Day 1 Tamanrasset and start of the caravan Egnawen
Arrival in Tamanrasset, 4x4 drive via Takecherwet to Egnawen and first steps with the caravan.
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Days 2–4 Granite massifs and engravings Aleheg
Walking past engravings at Tisset n'Ouazen, through the Aleheg massif and the gorges of the wadi Amezegin, with an easy climb of Aguelzam.
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Days 5–7 The Tanget basin Tanget
Summits, a historic pass and more engravings around the Tanget basin, then the ascent of the southern Tezouiag.
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Day 8 The Assekrem plateau Assekrem
Walk up to the plateau and Charles de Foucauld's hermitage; camp at In Fergan.
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Day 9 Mount Tahat Mount Tahat
Ascent of Mount Tahat, Algeria's highest summit, in about three hours.
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Days 10–13 Gorges and balcony paths Ilaman
Gorges and tamarisk wadis around Ilaman, the passes of Infaf, then gueltas and granite domes near Essouf Mellen.
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Day 14 Back to Tamanrasset Tamanrasset
Last stage with the camels to Aharar, then by car to Tamanrasset.
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Day 15 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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