EDITOR’S PICKS
STORIES FROM THE REMOTE
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Germa, the capital of the Garamantes Kingdom of the Sahara
Germa, the capital of the Garamantes Kingdom, was a thriving center of an ancient civilization in the Fezzan region of the Sahara Desert, in present-day Libya. This remarkable kingdom built advanced settlements, trade routes, and irrigation, leaving behind ruins that reveal the ingenuity and resilience of a people who mastered life in the harsh desert.
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Ubari Lakes, Libya’s fascinating Desert Oases in the Sahara
Ubari Lakes, the fascinating desert oases of Libya, reveal shimmering waters surrounded by majestic dunes. Explore this hidden gem of the Sahara, where tranquil lagoons and striking landscapes create a surreal and unforgettable experience in one of the most remote and beautiful corners of the desert.
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Aoudaghost, unveiling the lost economic hub of the Sahara
Aoudaghost, the lost economic hub of the Sahara, invites you to uncover the mysteries of this ancient city. Explore its ruins and imagine the bustling trade, culture, and history that once thrived here, offering a rare glimpse into a civilization that shaped the Sahara’s past.
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Tichit, a forgotten caravan town in the Sahara
Tichit, one of the most fascinating ancient town of the Sahara in Mauritania, a medieval trading settlement UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The unknown Oasis of El Berbera in Mauritania
The Oasis of El Berbera, a palm grove nestled in a canyon growing out of a water source in the Sahara Desert of Mauritania.
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Ksar el Barka, the abandoned town in the Sahara
Ksar el Barka is an archeological site of a caravan town in the Sahara of Mauritania, founded in 1690 as a caravanserai by the Kunta tribe.
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Jabal Rum Crossing: Climbing the Bedouin Route in Wadi Rum
Crossing Jabal Rum (1734 mt) west to east, the second highest peak in Jordan, following the Bedouin Routes on a mountaineering adventure.
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Qasr Bshir, a Roman fortress in the Jordan desert
Qasr Bshir is a well preserved Roman fortress in the Jordan desert. Castra Praetorium Mobene was built around the 4th century AD.
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Exploring Mauritania driving through the Adrar Region
Exploring Mauritania driving through the Adrar Region in the Sahara Desert and take the iron ore train to the Atlantic coast.
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Driving into the heart of the Messum Crater in Namibia
Driving into the heart of the Messum Crater, an alkaline igneous ring complex once an active volcano dated around 130 million years old.
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The colourful Port de Pêche in Nouakchott
On the Atlantic edge of Nouakchott, the Port de Pêche is a living intersection of ocean, labor, and tradition. Hundreds of vividly painted pirogues line the shore as fishermen return daily with the unpredictable gifts of the sea. Built by hand and driven by generations of knowledge, these boats sustain thousands of lives.
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Where the Namib Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean
An incredible guided adventure aboard our 4×4 takes you across the dunes of the Southern Namib Desert, where the desert meets the Atlantic Ocean, reaching the breathtaking Sandwich Harbour. This journey combines thrilling landscapes, unique wildlife, and the raw beauty of one of the world’s most extraordinary coastal deserts.
