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Mauritania
Mauritania is a realm of striking contrasts: where the restless Atlantic meets endless desert, and time slows among ancient manuscripts and rusted shipwrecks. Here, the iron ore train stretches like a steel serpent across the sands, linking remote mines to the coast, while silent towns like Chinguetti cradle some of the world’s oldest libraries.
This is a land shaped by wind, history, and resilience, far from typical travel routes, yet rich with stories waiting to be uncovered. Our journeys guide you through Mauritania’s wild heart, combining Sahara solitude with coastal mystery, ancient culture, and the thrill of discovery.
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Nouakchott & City Orientation
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Arrive at Nouakchott International Airport and transfer to your guesthouse
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Afternoon city tour visiting the bustling port, colorful markets, and local artisan shops
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Evening walk along the Atlantic coastline or visit local cafés for Mauritanian tea culture
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Overnight in Nouakchott
Day 2 – Nouadhibou & Coastal Ruins
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Early drive or transfer to Nouadhibou, Mauritania’s main fishing and mining port
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Explore the eerie Cimetière des Navires (Ship Graveyard) rusting hulks stranded on the desert shore
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Visit local markets and the nearby Cap Blanc peninsula, home to a seal colony
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Overnight in Nouadhibou
Day 3 – Iron Ore Train Journey
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Board the legendary iron ore train for an unforgettable ride through the Sahara
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Experience the world’s longest train in motion, stretching up to 2.5 kilometers, carrying heavy ore from mines deep in the desert to the coast
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Stop at remote mining outposts for photo opportunities and local stories
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Return to Nouadhibou or overnight near the mining region (subject to logistics and permissions)
Day 4 – Ancient Libraries of Chinguetti
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Drive inland to Chinguetti, one of the Sahara’s oldest cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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Guided walk through the ancient quarter with mud-brick architecture and visit to historic manuscript libraries holding priceless Islamic texts
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Learn about desert trade routes, Saharan scholarship, and local life
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Overnight in Chinguetti guesthouse or desert camp
Day 5 – Return to Nouakchott & Departure
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Morning journey back to Nouakchott via scenic desert roads
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Final shopping or market visits, with time to relax at your accommodation
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Transfer to Nouakchott International Airport for departure
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End of tour
Info
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Currency: Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRU)
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Best Time to Visit: November to March, cooler desert temperatures make travel more comfortable
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Language: Arabic and French widely spoken; Hassaniya dialect dominant
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