Western Sahara Adventure: Bechar, Taghit & Beni Abbes

Arrive in Bechar, the capital of Bechar Province. Check into your hotel and leave your luggage. In the afternoon, head out for a city tour. Bechar is known for its unique blend of French colonial architecture and traditional Algerian styles. Visit the bustling marketplace, soak in the views from the Plateau of Murdjadjou, and explore the old Kasbah district. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Algerian meal at a local restaurant

After breakfast, depart Bechar for Taghit, a charming desert town known for its palm groves and traditional ksar (fortified village). The drive takes around 2.5 hours and offers stunning desert scenery. Check in to your hotel, the luxurious Hotel Saoura. Take some time to relax and enjoy the hotel's amenities, including a swimming pool, spa, and traditional hammam. In the afternoon, venture out to explore the town of Taghit. Visit the ksar, wander through the palm groves, and learn about the local way of life. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner at the hotel's restaurant, followed by stargazing under the clear desert sky. The lack of light pollution makes Taghit a perfect spot for astronomy enthusiasts.

After breakfast, embark on a 4x4 adventure into the surrounding desert. Explore the Erg Mega Erg Occidental, a vast sea of sand dunes, and marvel at the natural beauty of the Sahara. Stop for a picnic lunch amidst the dunes and enjoy the tranquility of the desert. In the afternoon, visit some of the fascinating rock formations near Taghit, such as the Mushroom Rocks and the Bulls’ Heads. These geological wonders are a testament to the power of erosion. Return to the hotel in the evening for dinner and relaxation.

After breakfast, depart Taghit for Beni Abbes, also known as the "Pearl of the Saoura." The drive takes approximately 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and leave your luggage. Explore the town of Beni Abbes, known for its beautiful whitewashed houses and lush palm groves. Visit the local ksar, the Sahara Museum, and learn about the life of Father Charles de Foucauld, a French hermit who lived here in the early 20th century. In the afternoon, take a camel ride through the palm groves and enjoy the unique desert landscape from a different perspective. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant and soak in the atmosphere of Beni Abbes.

Explore a bit more of Beni Abbes. Depending on your departure time, transfer to the airport in Bechar for your flight back home.