Where the desert meets the ocean. Mauritania is not the first place you think of when you think of desert travel, but it is one of the best. Decades ago it was popular on the French tourist ‘circuit’ but then slowly drifted from popularity. Today, it is having a strong come back.
A cultural destination rather than wildlife focused, Mauritania is all about slow travel, real travel. Starting out in the capital of Nouakchott – a name that even sparks the imagination – we make our way west to the coast where the Sahara reaches the sea and then slowly bivouac our way eastwards across the country. From marine reserves such as Banc D’Arguin, fishing villages, the longest train in the world, granite rock monoliths and ancient desert libraries, Mauritania has a vast amount to explore. Mauritania is all about the journey, not tick boxes, but slow travel, real travel and movement through the desert.
The Mauritania Safari Experience
Fly Camping and bivouacs through the from coastline to desert
Hidden Marine reserves protecting marine life off the desert coastline
The longest train in the world transporting iron ore from the far reaches of the north east out to the coast
Huge granite rock monoliths towering out of the desert sands
Ancient civilisations home to the libraries of ancient manuscripts
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How Much does a trip to Mauritania cost?
Our safaris to Mauritania vary depending on the style of journey you would like. Our simple bivouac adventure camping trips start at around £4,750 per person on a small group basis or £9,250 per person on a private basis.
What time of year is best to visit Mauritania?
Mauritania is best visited between the months of November through to April when the climate is slightly milder and access through the desert is more manageable.
Where to stay in Mauritania?
Accommodation throughout your expedition through Mauritania is in simple bivouac Camps unless we tailor it otherwise to a higher standard on request. These Camps have a main mess tent area where meals are prepared and simple dome tents for sleeping. One or two nights will also be included at comfortable ‘gites’ at remote villages in the desert.
