Iron Ore Train Adventure Across the Mauritanian Sahara

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Travel from Nouakchott across the Mauritanian Sahara to Choum, with a stop in Atar, before boarding the legendary Iron Ore Train for an unforgettable journey to Nouadhibou. We take care of the difficult logistics, including transportation, local guide support, boarding assistance, drinking water and your transfer after arrival. You experience the adventure while our local team handles the journey from start to finish.

What's Included

Iron Ore Train assistance
Local guide
Bottled drinking water is provided during the road journey from Nouakchott to Choum.
Private transport from Nouakchott to Choum, including city pickup, plus transfer after the Iron Ore Train to your hotel or agreed location in Nouadhibou.
Meals
Airport pickup
Visa fees
Accommodation
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pickup is available from hotels and agreed locations within Nouakchott city. Airport pickup is not included. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before departure.

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Meeting point

Meet your guide at the main entrance of Sheraton Nouakchott Hotel. Your guide will contact you before departure.

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Nouakchott to Choum – Sahara Road Journey

    1 stop
  • 1
    Atar

    Stop in Atar for lunch and a short break before continuing toward Choum. Travelers have time to rest, eat, and experience one of Mauritania’s main desert towns.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Choum to Nouadhibou – Iron Ore Train Adventure

    1 stop
  • 2
    Choum

    Board the legendary Iron Ore Train in Choum and cross the Mauritanian Sahara toward Nouadhibou in an open ore wagon. Our team assists with preparation and boarding. After arrival, transfer is provided to your hotel or agreed location in Nouadhibou.

    12 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Mauritania Experience

Tags

Overnight Tours
Multi-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Rail Tours
4WD Tours
Classic Car Tours
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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