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NederlandsChad – Highlights tour
Join our exclusive group tour for an exhilarating journey through Chad’s captivating landscapes and vibrant culture. Starting in N’Djamena, immerse yourself in the city’s iconic landmarks before venturing to Ngueli for a serene riverside escape. Traverse the Chari-Baguirmi region with fellow travelers, meeting nomadic Arabs in Koundoul and exploring ancient Sarh culture relics. Round off your adventure in Gaoui, known for its traditional architecture and rich history. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable travel experience – book your spot on our tour today!
NOTE: There’s a first for everything, and this tour is our Explorer’s Tour. It’s a new group tour, which means you get to be first with us to explore Chad. However, it also means adventure, as with a first tour not everything might go as planned. Please keep this in mind when booking.
General info
| Start date | 19 September 2024 |
| End date | 21 September 2024 |
| Days | 3 days / 2 nights |
| Price | € 1495 Chad & Niger Combo Tour: € 5295 |
| Including | Accommodation Transportation on the ground Western & local guide Visa support Breakfast Entry fees |
| Excluding | International flights Insurance Single room € 200 Visa Lunch & Dinner Tips for the guide Personal expenses |
Itinerary
Thursday 19 September – N’Djamena – Ngueli
- Arrival in N’Djamena, the capital of Chad with an airport pick up.
- Meet the others at 15.00 in the hotel for a short briefing.
- Drive to Ngueli, at the border with Cameroon.
- Highlight: Enjoy the surroundings of the Walliya district at the Logone river.
- Return to N’Djamena.
- Overnight stay in N’Djamena.
Friday 20 September – N‘Djamena – Hajer Lamis – Douguiya
- We leave N’Djamena and cross the desert plains to Hajer Lamis. This area is close to Lake Chad and a spot were many nomads are.
- Highlight: Upon arrival you’ll see Elephant Rock, a big stone mass in the form of an elephant!
- Drive to Douguiya, an old hunting camp next to the Chari river.
- Overnight stay in N’Djamena.
Saturday 21 September – N’Djamena – Koundoul – Gaoui
- Highlight: In the morning we’ll start our city tour of N’Djamena, highlights include: the Cathedral, Great Mosque, National Museum and the artisanal center.
- We visit the National Museum.
- Drive to the Chari-Baguirmi region, South-East of N’Djamena.
- Meet the nomadic Arabs in Koundoul.
- Visit to the Chari River.
- Check out the valuable collection of the Sarh culture dating back to the 9th century.
- In the afternoon we continue to Gaoui. This village is said to have been the capital of Sao Civilization (a race of giants in local folklore), it is known for its traditional architecture and pottery made by local women.
- Airport drop off for evening flights out of N’Djamena.
- OR Continue to: Niamey for our Guerewool Festival Tour.
Flight departure: 0:05 (TK631) on Sunday 22 September.