Discover Mauritania – 8 Days

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8 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

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Unlimited

Languages

English

Discover Mauritania

Derived from the Latin word “Mauretania,” meaning “west,” the nation’s name reflects its connection to North Africa, known as the Maghreb in Arabic. The Romans referred to the Berbers as Maures.

In 1860, the French gained control with assistance from the Maur church. This led to the destruction of Fouta Toro, Walo Walo, and Arab-Berber emirates like Trarza, Brakna, Taganet, and Adrar, as Mauritania became a state. The nation’s two main ethnic groups are Black Africans (Soninke, Bambara, Fulani) and Arab-Berbers (Maurs).

Regrettably, white Maurs consider black Africans (Haratin) as slaves. However, both black and white Maurs are part of the Maur identity. In contrast, black Arabs identifying as black Maurs embrace their African heritage. Sunni Islam unifies the people.

Mauritius is renowned for its turquoise oceans and lush tropical woodlands. Explore stunning beaches, mountains, and the capital, Nouakchott, meaning “The site of the winds.”

Discover captivating insights into Mauritius’s history, culture, and customs. Drive through Akjoujt to Atar, where remnants of a fortress lie amid 20,000 palm trees and a mosque nestled among rocks. Continue to Chinguetti, the seventh holy city of Islam and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience a desert safari, visit oases, historical neighborhoods, and libraries. Chinguetti, founded in 1261, lies along the caravan route connecting North Africa to Northern Sudan.

 

Highlights

  • Capital city of Nouakchott
  • Desert dunes(trekking on the big dunes to discover the desert beauty)
  • Azougoui(the ancient capital of the Almoravids)
  • Chinguetti the seventh holy city of Islam
  • Terjit( the most beautiful oasis in Mauritania)

DAY 1: ARRIVE – NOUAKCHOTT
DAY 1: ARRIVE – NOUAKCHOTT

On arrival in Nouakchott, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Tour orientation and overnight in Nouakchott. Hotel: Azalai Marhaba

DAY 2: NOUAKCHOTT
DAY 2: NOUAKCHOTT

Breakfast, followed by a journey to Nouakchott, the capital of the Sahara Desert and one of its major cities, which is thought to be translated from Berber as "The place of the winds." Visit the craft market, the mosque with its two minarets, and the National Museum with its display on anthropology and ethnography. Visit the desert dunes in the afternoon and go hiking on the large dunes to see the desert's natural beauty. Return to your hotel for the night after seeing the boats arrive back in the late afternoon. Meals included: Breakfast Hotel: Azalai Marhaba

DAY 3: NOUAKCHOTT – ATAR ~ 430 km = 265 mi, 4 to 5 hours

Go to Atar after breakfast. In Atar, Mauritania's most picturesque region, you can go through Akjoujt and see the nation's most amazing dunes, rock paintings, beautiful oasis, and nomadic culture. Discover the market and the historic quarter. Atar for the night. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Hotel: Hotel Waha

DAY 4: ATAR –AZOUGHI – CHINGUETTI ~ 80 km

After breakfast, go to Azougoui, which served as the former capital of the Almoravids, a group of Muslim military monks who in the eleventh century conquered Morocco, Spain, and sub-Saharan Africa. Find remnants of the mosque hidden among a maze of rocks and the castle constructed under the shade of 20,000 palm trees. The seventh holiest city in Islam, Chinguetti, is the next stop. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the oases, historical neighborhoods, and libraries. Chinguetti, which means "Good horse," was founded in (1261). It was near the caravan route that connected North Africa with Northern Sudan. The main access to the gold and other goods from the Sudan was via this road. From this ancient city, Mauritanians propagated Islam and the Arab-Muslim culture throughout all of West Africa. It was also a major center of religious and cultural influence. The study of theology, poetry, philosophy, law and other subjects took place in Chinguetti, a hub of culture. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Hotel: Motel Lagueila

DAY 5: CHINGUETTI – GUELB ER RICHAT – OUADANE ~ 180 km

After breakfast, travel to Ouadane with a stop at the magnificent crater Guelb Er Richat, which was formed by a meteorite that Theodore Monod had been looking for a long time. One of the major caravan hubs in West Africa was Ouadane Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Hotel: Motel Vasque

DAY 6: OUADANE – TERJIT – WHITE VALLEY – ATAR ~ 230 km

After breakfast, travel through the White Valley to Terjit, Mauritania's most stunning oasis, where there are thermal springs and swimming pools. Continue to Atar and take a break as you choose. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Hotel: Hotel Waha

DAY 7: ATAR – NOUAKCHOTT

Take a trip back to Nouakchott after breakfast. Complete your city tour by purchasing souvenirs, or use the rest of the day at your leisure. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast Hotel: Azalai Marhaba

DAY 8: NOUAKCHOTT – DEPART

You will have a prompt transfer to the airport today. Meal(s) Included: Breakfast

TOUR INCLUDES

  • Meeting and assistance upon arrival at the airport
  • Transportation and Airport/ hotel transfers
  • Accommodation in the listed properties
  • Experienced and fluent English-speaking tour guide
  • Admission to all listed sites
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch & D: Dinner)

TOUR EXCLUDES

  • International airfare and any airfare
  • Beverages, laundry, phone calls, and other items not listed
  • Meals not listed
  • Tips/gratuities to drivers and guides

8 days

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