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Crossing Al Haruj, Africa’s Largest Volcanic Field
Right in the heart of the Libyan Sahara, the flat arid desert surface give way to Al Haruj, Africa’s largest volcanic field. Spanning an area the size of Switzerland, this pitch-black labyrinth of ancient lava is the ultimate frontier for extreme 4×4 navigation.
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The Forgotten Castles of the Garamantes
The forgotten castles of the Garamantes lie buried beneath the Libyan sand. This ancient Berber civilisation flourished in the Fezzan region, building fortified towns, trading extensively with the Roman Empire, and raising unique pyramids. Explore the history, the incredible foggara water systems, and the remote ruins of a lost Saharan empire.
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Waw an Namus: the Volcanic Mole of the Sahara
Deep in the Sahara of Libya, Waw an Namus, the volcanic “mole” rises as a dark caldera with lakes and pockets of vegetation, a rare oasis in an arid desert. A geological and ecological marvel, it redefines the Sahara’s landscape.
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The Eye of the Sahara: the Geology of Guelb er Richat
The Eye of the Sahara, or Guelb er Richat, is a massive eroded geological dome in the Sahara Desert. Once misinterpreted as an impact crater, modern geology reveals its formation through uplift and erosion over millions of years, exposing concentric rings of sedimentary and igneous rock.
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Climbing Ben Amera: Conquering the Tallest Monolith in the Sahara
Climbing Ben Amera, the Sahara’s second tallest granite monolith at 560 meters, was an unforgettable adventure. Rising abruptly from Mauritania’s desert plains, the monolith challenges with steep granite faces, slabby pitches, and wind‑battered ridges.
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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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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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Ascent of Mount Etna, the Highest Active Volcano in Europe
Ascent of Mount Etna (3350 mt), the highest active volcano in Europe from Zafferana Etna (740 mt) hiking along the Bove Valley to the summit craters.
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The crowded Port Artisanal of Nouadhibou
Port Artisanal, the most crowded port of Nouadhibou in Mauritania. An independent harbour full of motorized pirogues ready to fish in one of the richest fisheries in the country.
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Hot Air Balloon ride in the Dubai Desert
An breathtaking experience flying over the Dubai Desert in a Hot Air Balloon with a falcon at sunrise, ending up with a gourmet breakfast in a Royal camp.
