9-Day Private Tour in Djanet

Day 1 · Arrival in Djanet

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   Djanet

   Passing by

   Your journey begins as you land in Djanet, the gateway to Algeria’s Sahara. You’ll be greeted by our friendly Oryx Voyage team and transferred by 4x4 vehicle to your hotel. The evening is free to relax and adjust to the rhythm of the desert.

Overnight at "Hôtel La Grotte Des Ambassadeurs"

Day 2 · The Adventure Begins: Tieska & Oued Bouhadiane

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   Stop 1

   8 hours

   After breakfast, your adventure starts around 9 a.m. You’ll set out to explore Tieska and Oued Bouhadiane, two breathtaking valleys decorated with prehistoric rock paintings that tell stories of life thousands of years ago. The landscapes already reveal the beauty and mystery of the Tassili region.

Camping

Day 3 · Entering the Red Tadrart

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   Djanet

   10 hours

   Wake up to one of the most surreal landscapes on Earth. In Moul Naga, nature has carved fantastical shapes in stone — a camel, a hedgehog, even what locals call the World Cup rock. Continue toward Tin Marzouka, where red dunes rise above black volcanic rock, creating a stunning contrast that captures the essence of the Sahara’s grandeur.

Camping

Day 4 · Moul Naga & Tin Marzouka

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   Djanet

   10 hours

   Wake up to one of the most surreal landscapes on Earth. In Moul Naga, nature has carved fantastical shapes in stone — a camel, a hedgehog, even what locals call the World Cup rock. Continue toward Tin Marzouka, where red dunes rise above black volcanic rock, creating a stunning contrast that captures the essence of the Sahara’s grandeur.

Overnight at Hotel in Djanet

Day 5 · Ancient Art & Return to Djanet

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   Djanet

   10 hours

   You’ll conclude your exploration of southern Tassili by visiting a few last hidden rock art sites — silent witnesses of ancient civilizations. Afterward, return to Djanet for a refreshing shower and short rest before setting off north toward the Timghas region, a new chapter in your desert odyssey.

Camping

Day 6 · Tikoubaouine & Erg Admer

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   Stop 1

   10 hours

   This day unfolds among dramatic stone arches and towering dunes. At Tikoubaouine, immense rock formations rise like natural cathedrals, while nearby Erg Admer offers one of the most majestic dune fields in Algeria — an ocean of sand sculpted by the wind.

Camping

Day 7 · Essendilène Oasis & Tagherghart

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   Djanet

   8 hours

   Discover the serene beauty of the Essendilène Oasis, a lush haven surrounded by towering cliffs and palms. Continue to Tagherghart, where prehistoric carvings tell timeless stories of the desert’s past.

Camping

Day 8 · The Crying Cow, Tisras & Farewell Evening

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   La vache qui pleure

   10 hours

   Visit the legendary Crying Cow engraving and the rock art of Tisras, before returning to Djanet for a well-deserved shower and rest. In the evening, explore Ksar Zelouaz and the local market, then enjoy a farewell dinner with live Tuareg music — a magical celebration of desert life under the stars.

Camping

Day 9 · Departure with Desert Memories

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   Stop 1

   2 hours

   Early morning transfer to Djanet Airport for your flight to Algiers. As you leave, you carry with you the unforgettable memories of Algeria’s most enchanting landscapes and the warmth of its people.