Venture to the heart of the Sahara Desert on our Niger Guerewol Festival tour. Niger is a hidden jewel, un-touristy and incredibly underrated – perfect for YPT! Our tour, meticulously crafted to show you the most enchanting landscapes of Niger, is timed perfectly for the Guerewol Festival – a fantastic celebration of Tuareg nomadic culture.
You’ll begin your adventure in Niamey, the bustling capital city nestled along the banks of the majestic Niger River. After exploring the city, you’ll take a boat journey along the river to visit rural fishing villages and see bloats of hippopotamuses.
Your journey will continue to Agadez, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its mud-brick architecture and great cultural scene. You’ll lose yourself in the labyrinthine streets of the old city, adorned with intricately carved wooden doors and murals depicting tales of nomadic life.
Now for the real highlight, the Guerewol Festival! This annual celebration draws a number of tribes together. You’ll see mesmerizing dances and breathtaking camel races, as see young men dressed in traditional clothing with painted faces try to impress marriageable young ladies.
You’ll see how the Sahara Desert comes to life during the festival with markets, campsites and camel fairs, and will have the chance to engage with local artisans, learn ancient crafting techniques, and savour authentic Tuareg cuisine under the starlit desert sky.
After making unforgettable memories in one of Africa’s most captivating festival, we’ll head back to the capital, Niamey, spotting herds of giraffes, and visiting small villages and palaces along way.
This tour can be combined with our Chad Essential Tour for the discounted price of €5295.
Please note that this tour is centered around the Guerewol Festival, and the itinerary may be adjusted to enhance the festival experience. Changes may occur based on security considerations or the final festival schedule. As this is an authentic African Festival Tour, amenities will be basic, and hot water may not be available—even at hotels encountered along the way. However, we are committed to reaching the festival. Final confirmation of the tour will be provided in Spring 2025.
Sunday 21st September – Niamey
Monday 22nd September – Niamey
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Tuesday 23rd September – Niamey – Agadez
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Wednesday 24th September – Agadez
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Thursday 25th September – Agadez – Abalak (Guerewol Festival)
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Friday 26th September – Guerewol Festival
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Saturday 27th September – Guerewool Festival – Abalak – Tahoua
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Sunday 28th September – Tahoua – Dosso – Koure – Niamey
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Monday 29th September – Niamey
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