The Oases of the Tassili 4x4 & trekking
08 Days / 07 Nights
Cultural 4x4 and Trekking Tour: The Oases of Tassili
(Djanet - Tikoubaouene - Ihrir - Tassât - Afara - Ifadaniouene - Tinbatoulate - Erg de Tihoudaiene - Tinabaghou - Egharman - Erg Admer)
Your receptive in Algeria offers you : 8 Days / 7 Nights
The Oases of Tassili allow you to marvel at Algeria’s most stunning desert landscapes.
Immerse yourself in the Algerian desert on this 4×4 and trekking journey through the Oases of Tassili, and discover the prehistoric art and heritage of early humans.
Cultural travel program in Algeria with Algeria DMC
Day 1: Djanet
Arrival at Djanet airport, welcome by the team: Driver and Tuareg guide. Transfer to the place of bivouac to spend the night.
Day 2: Tikoubaouene
Depart in 4×4, with lunch in Tikoubaouene.
Explore cave paintings, natural arches, and the Stone Forest.
In the afternoon, arrive in Essendilene to visit the gueltas and canyons.
Overnight stay at the bivouac on site.
Day 3: Iherir
Crossing of the dunes through varied landscapes.
Enjoy lunch and visit the remarkable rock carvings.
In the afternoon, arrive in Ihrir to explore the oasis and gueltas.
Overnight stay at the bivouac in Iherir.
Day 4: Tassât - Afara
Departure by 4×4, crossing the Fadnoune Plateau.
Enjoy lunch at Tassât and visit the cave paintings.
By late afternoon, arrive in Afara and set up camp at the bivouac near the village.
Day 5: Ifadaniouene - Tinbatoulate - Erg de Tihoudaiene
Visit the rock paintings of Ifadaniouene.
Enjoy lunch in the Stone Forest of Tinbatoulate.
Arrive at the Erg de Tihoudaiene and spend the night in a bivouac among the dunes.
Day 6: Tinabaghou
Crossing of the Erg Admer. Enjoy lunch near the engraving of the “Crying Cow.”
Spend the night in a bivouac among the dunes of Tinabaghou, where you can admire one of the desert’s most breathtaking sunsets.
Day 7: Djanet
Arrival in Djanet late morning, visit of the town and its palm grove; shower at the Agency’s residence. Lunch and then free time for shopping in the souk. Dinner in the evening.
Day 8: Departure from Djanet
Transfer to the airport for the night flight, arrival in Algiers at 06:30. Transfer to the domestic airport for your return flight to Algiers.
Cultural Trip Program in Algeria:
Cultural Trip Program in Algeria:
The itinerary is subject to change depending on airline schedules.
Notes with our receptive in Algeria, Algeria DMC :
This Algeria tour is confirmed for a minimum of 8 participants and accommodates up to 20 people.
All tours can be customized or made private upon request.
There is also the option to extend your stay in Algiers or combine this tour with another itinerary.
Highlights of this cultural tour The Oasis of Tassili:
- Visit the Essedeline oasis
- Admire ancient cave paintings
- Be amazed by endless dunes
- Impressive sunsets and starry nights
- Discover the famous “Crying Cow” rock engraving
- Visit of Djanet
This circuit, “The Oases of Tassili,” will introduce you to southeastern Algeria and the magnificent Tassili n’Ajjer—an immense sandstone plateau rising over 2,000 meters above sea level.
Explore a labyrinth of canyons and rocky peaks sculpted by erosion, described by writer Roger Frison-Roche as “stone forests.”
All of this unfolds in a spectacular setting, showcasing the breathtaking beauty of the Sahara.
Prices and notes :
Departure dates:
Departures every Saturday
Price per person :
Based on 02/03 pax: €1 495 incl. VAT
Based on 04/06 pax: €1 395 incl. VAT
Based on 07/09 pax: €1 295 incl. VAT
Based on 10 pax: €1 250 incl. VAT
Based on 11/20 pax: €1 095 incl. VAT
02 nights in a single room hotel: + €90 incl. VAT
Price per person includes:
Round-trip flight Algiers / Djanet
Airport assistance by our team in Djanet
Transfers in 4×4 vehicles
1 night in a guesthouse in Djanet upon arrival
5 nights accommodation in bivouac camps
1 night in a guesthouse in Djanet before departure
Full board meals throughout the tour
4×4 vehicles with English-speaking driver
Specialized guides throughout the circuit
Permanent logistics support
Guides speaking English, French, or Spanish
Two-person tents provided
Algeria DMC provides all necessary documents for your visa application
Price per person does not includes:
International flights to Algiers
Visa fees: € 145
Drinks, extras, and personal expenses
Multi-risk cancellation and repatriation insurance
Sleeping bag and pillows
Contact your travel agency for Algeria :
Please contact us to receive a personalized quotation based on your request.
Email us: algeria.dmc@gmail.com
Call us: +33 6 15 32 59 16
FAQ – The Oases of Tassili
WHAT IS THE ITINERARY OF THE OASES OF TASSILI TOUR?
This 8-day / 7-night 4×4 and trekking circuit loops from Djanet through the heart of the Tassili N’Ajjer: Tikoubaouene – Ihrir – Tassât – Afara – Ifadaniouene – Tinbatoulate – the Erg of Tihoudaiene – Tinabaghou – Egharman – Erg Admer.
WHAT MAKES THE OASES OF TASSILI SPECIAL?
The Tassili n’Ajjer is an immense sandstone plateau rising over 2,000 meters, carved by erosion into canyons and “stone forests”. You will explore prehistoric cave paintings, natural arches, the gueltas (waterholes) of Essendilène, endless dunes and the famous “Crying Cow” engraving.
WHERE WILL I SLEEP DURING THE CIRCUIT?
In desert bivouac camps under the stars, set up each evening by your Tuareg guide and driver – a full immersion in the Sahara, with impressive sunsets and starry nights.
HOW PHYSICALLY DEMANDING IS THIS TOUR?
It combines 4×4 stages with walking and trekking sections at a moderate pace. A reasonable level of fitness and a taste for camp life are enough – the vehicles carry all the equipment.
HOW LARGE IS THE GROUP AND WHEN IS THE BEST SEASON?
The tour is confirmed from a minimum of 8 participants and accommodates up to 20 people; it can be customized or made private on request. The season runs from October to April, when desert days are pleasant.
DO I NEED A VISA TO TRAVEL TO ALGERIA?
Yes, most nationalities need an Algerian visa. As a licensed local operator, Algeria DMC provides the supporting documents required for your application. Full details on our Visa for Algeria page.