Things to do in Tagant Plateau
Discover the best attractions and experiences Tagant Plateau has to offer
Historic Monuments
Explore the ancient desert towns and ksars that dot the Tagant Plateau, a region steeped in caravan-era history.
Ouadane Old Town
A cliffside caravan town founded in the 12th century, built from mud bricks with towers and narrow alleys.
Chinguetti Ksar
Ancient desert town famed for its ksar architecture and historic libraries.
Tichitt
Ruins of an ancient Saharan city known for early urban settlements and rock paintings.
Museums
Delve into the region's history through curated collections and manuscript archives.
Chinguetti Manuscripts Library
Ancient archive of thousands of Qur'anic manuscripts housed in the desert town.
Ouadane Museum
Exhibits artifacts from caravan routes and daily life in the Ouadane ksar.
Tichitt Archaeology Museum
Displays related to the medieval inhabitants and desert urbanism of Tichitt.
Religious Monuments
Historic mosques and sacred sites reflect Mauritania’s Islamic heritage in the plateau towns.
Chinguetti Mosque
Historic mosque in Chinguetti dating back to medieval times.
Ouadane Mosque
Ancient mosque serving the Ouadane ksar and its visitors.
Tichitt Mosque
Religious site serving local communities near Tichitt.
National & Theme Parks
The plateau's dramatic landscapes offer trekking and dramatic desert scenery.
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Neighborhoods
Visit the core settlements along the plateau’s routes to feel the desert’s rhythm.
Ouadane
Medieval desert town with striking ksar architecture and expansive views.
Chinguetti
Ancient trading town known for its historic library and caravan history.
Tichitt
Ancient desert village perched on the plateau with ruins and horizons.
Free Things to Do
Enjoy the Sahara without spending a dime: admire landscapes, sunsets, and starlit skies.
Sunset over Tagant Plateau
Find a high vantage point to watch the sun dip behind the dunes.
Stargazing in the Sahara
Clear desert skies offer spectacular celestial views after dark.
Dawn walk through ksar ruins
A peaceful morning stroll among mud-brick walls and narrow lanes.
Gastronomy
Sample Mauritanian flavors and nomadic hospitality in the desert.
Mint tea with dates
A sweet-scented, refreshing welcome drink often served with generosity.
Couscous with lamb
Hearty, home-style couscous made with tender meat and aromatic spices.
Camel milk beverages
Traditional dairy drinks offered by hosts during desert journeys.
Nightlife
In remote desert towns, evenings are intimate with campfires and soft music.
Desert campfire evenings
Sit around a crackling fire, share stories, and listen to gentler tunes.
Nomad music sessions
Informal performances featuring traditional desert rhythms and songs.
Entertainment
Cultural experiences that entertain and inspire.
Traditional storytelling in ksars
Evening tales and poetry told beneath mud-brick archways.
Folk dance demonstrations
Observe or join in on local dances performed for visitors.
Craft demonstrations by artisans
Watch weaving, pottery, and leatherwork come to life.
Sports
Desert adventures and active experiences amid the plateau’s sands.
Camel trekking
Traverse the dunes and plateaus on a traditional camel caravan.
4x4 desert safari
Guided off-road trips across the sandy ridges and barren plains.
Sandboarding
Slide down dune slopes for a light adrenaline rush.
Off the Track
Venture beyond the usual routes with guided, authentic desert experiences.
Guided Tagant Plateau trek
Multi-day trek across the plateau to hidden ksars and canyons.
Visit remote oasis pockets
Explore secluded water pockets and palm groves off the main routes.
Desert night camping
Sleep under the Sahara sky with a simple camp setup.