Tin Merzouga
A late-day stop around the great dune and the sunset.
The wonders of the Tadrart
Djanet, Amayas, El Bordj, Moul Naga and Tin Merzouga
Length8 days / 7 nights
RegionRed Tadrart
EffortAccessible
From1 049 €
From 1 049 € per person, private departure, based on 2 travellers sharing a double room. International flights not included. Prices updated 25 April 2026.
Why we created this trip
We created this trip to let the Tadrart set its own pace. The arches, the canyons, the red dunes and the rock art follow one another without the desert ever becoming a mere backdrop. The 4x4 takes you far; the bivouac lets you stay. In between, the walking, the meals and the evenings under the stars give the journey its real depth.
Why you'll love this trip
- Tadrart tracks by 4x4 and short walks.
- Amayas, El Bordj, Ikneouene, Moul Naga, In Tehak and Tin Merzouga.
- Rock paintings and engravings woven into the route.
- One camp after another and sunset from the great Tin Merzouga dune.
The Znika moments
Your day-by-day itinerary
8 daysDay 1Arrival in DjanetFlight from Algiers
Flight from Algiers, arrival scheduled for 01:30, welcome by your guide, then transfer to the camp or accommodation.
Day 2Amayas and El BordjThe Amayas site
The Amayas site, lunch on the spot, on to El Bordj, camp set-up, dinner and a night under the stars.
Day 3Ikneouene and Moul NagaOff to the Ikneouene rock paintings
Off to the Ikneouene rock paintings, lunch, a 4x4 drive to the Moul Naga dunes, camp at the foot of the dunes.
Day 4Arches and sands of the TadrartOn to the Arch
On to the Arch, nicknamed the cathedral, past Ouana and the Zaoua engravings, then In Tehak and the orange sands of the Tadrart. Dinner and a night in camp.
Day 5Bouhdiane and Tin MerzougaBouhdiane and its paintings and engravings
Bouhdiane and its paintings and engravings, then on to Tin Merzouga. Up the great dune for sunset, dinner and camp.
Day 6Ouanaher and AjelatiThe Ouanaher rock paintings
The Ouanaher rock paintings, lunch, then the Ajelati site among rocks sculpted by the wind. Dinner and camp.
Day 7Tigharghart and DjanetTigharghart and the famous 'Crying Cow' engraving. After lunch
Tigharghart and the famous 'Crying Cow' engraving. After lunch, a look around Djanet, a shower, a last Saharan dinner, then transfer to the airport.
Day 8Return to AlgiersFlight scheduled for 02:00 to Algiers.
Flight scheduled for 02:00 to Algiers.
What you'll discover
Tigharghart
The route leads here for the 'Crying Cow' engraving before returning to Djanet.
Rock-art sites
Ikneouene, Bouhdiane and Ouanaher punctuate the circuit with paintings and engravings woven into the days on the track.
Djanet
The town returns at the end for a last discovery before the flight home.
Route map
What's included
Included experiences
- A multilingual local guide for the visits.
- Excursions and guided walks.
Logistics & support
- Algiers–Djanet return flight.
- Accommodation in camp, under canvas.
- Full board: 6 lunches and 6 dinners.
- Transfers and travel by comfortable vehicle; 4x4 in the desert.
- Water and local support.
What's not included
- International return flights.
- Visa fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Tips and personal spending.
- Drinks, meals and services not included in your chosen package.
- Personal equipment to bring.
- Optional excursions or activities not in the programme.
- Any baggage fees charged by the airline.
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