Algeria · Desert Adventure

4-Day Sahara Adventure in Admer with Rock Art and Desert Camping

4 Days Round trip from Erg d'Admer Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore ancient rock art sites, including the famous "Crying Cows" at Tegharghart
02 Witness dramatic landscapes of sandstone cliffs, golden dunes, and verdant gueltas
03 Visit nomad camps and experience traditional Saharan culture
04 Camp in Adhayek, the stone forest, with stunning views

Explore the stunning landscapes of Admer, northwest of Djanet, on a journey through arid plains, sandstone reliefs, clear-water gueltas, and rolling dunes. Walk among ancient rock art, verdant palm groves, and isolated high cliffs while visiting nomad camps and unique natural sites. This immersive adventure combines breathtaking scenery, cultural encounters, and peaceful moments of relaxation, capturing the essence of this remote and spectacular region of the Sahara.

Explore the stunning landscapes of Admer, northwest of Djanet, on a journey through arid plains, sandstone reliefs, clear-water gueltas, and rolling dunes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Algiers, Djanet, Tassili n'Ajjer

Languages Arabic, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival and Exploration of the Tassili Plateau

Drive from Djanet through its surrounding landscapes.
Make a short stop at viewpoints to admire the beauty of the Tassili Plateau.
Descend to Taghen and visit the rock art shelters at Timghas.
Camp at Adhayek, the stone forest, and enjoy its stunning views.

Day 02

Tililine Canyons and Tikoubaouine Cliffs

Head towards Immouroden and enter the canyons of Tililine.
Cross a landscape of dark rocks rising toward the sky amid golden dunes.
Approach the high cliffs of Tikoubaouine, a shaded and isolated natural attraction.
Camp nearby for the night.

Day 03

Essendilène Canyon and Sunset in Erg Admer

Descend towards Essendilène Canyon and its guelta nestled in the foothills.
Walk to the bottom, visit a nomad camp, and enjoy the lush vegetation with palm trees and oleanders.
Take a lunch break in the canyon and enjoy a moment of relaxation.
Return via the trail across Wadi Ell and camp at Tiouatatiren near unique rocky peaks.
Watch one of the best sunsets in the Admer region.

Day 04

Tegharghart Rock Art and Farewell

Visit the famous rock art site, "The Crying Cows," at Tegharghart.
Enjoy lunch near the site.
Drive back to Djanet in the afternoon.
Freshen up and explore ancient buildings and local souks.
End the journey with a farewell dinner at Tinamali near the airport before your departure flight to Algiers.