A local guide in Algiers, Algeria

Tours by Desert Akakus

Born and raised in the Sahara, Algeria, Mahamoud Akka is a licensed local host based in Algiers, with desert, history and archaeology at the heart of his journeys. He guides across Tunis, Tozeur, Djerba, Douz and Tatouine, shaping jeep safaris, trekking and cultural days to suit backpackers or more luxurious travellers. Expect flexible, easy-going guidance, desert silences, star-filled nights and, when transport is part of the day, a practical, calm way through the route. He guides in Arabic, English, Finnish, German, Italian and Japanese, turning the Maghreb into a rich adventure.

4 tours Arabic, English, Finnish, German, Italian, Japanese
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Desert Akakus
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Desert Akakus
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