The Adrar Seven
Seven days into Mauritania's desert heart.
- Dune bivouac
- Oasis refreshment
- Historic libraries
- Stone cities
From €750 / person
Tagant-to-Atlantic overland journey
From Stone to Ocean
Tagant, Adrar and the Atlantic in one overland crossing.
Duration12 days
Travel style4x4 overland expedition
ActivityModerate
Best forTravelers wanting maximum landscape variety without the train
Price may vary depending on group size, travel dates and optional upgrades. International flights and Mauritania visa fees are not included.
Journey overview
Cross Mauritania from stone plateaus to Atlantic sand.
An overland crossing from the stone plateaus and settlements of the Tagant through oasis country and the Adrar to the Atlantic coast.
Follow a broad geographic route through historic towns, palm oases, caravan cities and the White Valley before a final desert stage reaches the Atlantic.
Across Mauritania
Signature route
- 01Letvetar
- 02Moudjeria
- 03Matmata
- 04Tidjikja
- 05Rachid
- 06N'Terguent
- 07Timinit
- 08Toungad
- 09Terjit
- 10Ichif
- 11M'Haireth
- 12Chinguetti
- 13Tanochert
- 14Ouadane
- 15Richat
- 16Teyaret
- 17Tivougar
- 18Legleitat
- 19Azweiga
- 20Benichab
- 21Atlantic
- 22Nouakchott
Places along this journey
Explore the destinations in context
Learn how each place fits the route before choosing the expedition that suits your time and pace.
Along the way
Journey in pictures
Day by day
Suggested itinerary
The sequence remains flexible when weather, tracks, train operations or local conditions require it.
Days 1-4Route de l'Espoir and Tagant
Letvetar, Matmata, Tidjikja, Rachid and N'Terguent.
Days 5-7Oasis transition
Timinit, Toungad, Terjit, Ichif and M'Haireth, then Chinguetti.
Days 8-9Heritage and geology
Tanochert, Ouadane and Richat, then toward Atar/Teyaret.
Day 10White Valley and Amatlich
Tivougar, Legleitat and Azweiga.
Day 11To the Atlantic
Akjoujt and Benichab to an Atlantic beach bivouac.
Day 12Coastal finish
Coastal drive when conditions allow, Nouakchott and city experiences.
Travel details
How the journey works
Transport
4x4 overland expedition
Meals
Meals listed in the confirmed itinerary; dietary requirements are reviewed before booking
Departures
Private departures arranged on request; dates are confirmed before booking.
Included
- Airport pickup on arrival in Mauritania
- Final airport drop-off at the end of the journey
- Transport stated in the itinerary, including 4x4 and fuel where applicable
- Driver and local guide according to the tour
- Accommodation stated in the itinerary: hotel, auberge and/or bivouac
- Meals according to the approved itinerary
- Bivouac equipment when required
Not included
- International flight tickets
- Mauritania visa fees
- International travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Optional upgrades or activities not included in the approved itinerary
- Single-room supplement when applicable
Important to know
Flexible by design
- Coastal and beach stages depend on weather, tides and track conditions.
- Routes, timings and overnight stops remain subject to local weather, track, safety and operational conditions; Sahara Nomads confirms the workable plan before departure.
Physical requirements
- Moderate activity.
Important notes
- The final route, overnight stops and services are confirmed in writing before departure.
- Remote travel requires flexibility when weather, tracks, permits or local operations change.
Prepare well
Before you travel
Packing
- Lightweight, modest clothing and a warm layer for cool desert evenings
- Closed walking shoes, sun hat, sunglasses and high-protection sunscreen
- Personal medication, a reusable water bottle and a small head torch
- A soft-sided travel bag suitable for 4x4 transport
Safety
- Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical care, evacuation and planned activities is strongly recommended.
- Tell us about relevant medical, mobility or dietary needs before confirmation and follow guide instructions during the journey.
Weather
- Desert temperatures can vary sharply between day and night; seasonal guidance is provided before departure.
- Routes may change when heat, wind, rain or track conditions affect safety or comfort.
Cultural advice
- Dress modestly in communities and religious or heritage settings.
- Ask permission before photographing people and follow local guidance during visits.
Questions
Frequently asked
Are the published dates and itinerary guaranteed?
No. Departures, route order and services are confirmed after we review availability, season and local operating conditions.
Can you accommodate dietary or mobility requirements?
Tell us before booking. We will explain what can be arranged on the proposed route before you confirm.
Is travel insurance required?
Comprehensive cover for medical treatment, evacuation, cancellation and the planned activities is strongly recommended.
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