Timimoun

Every stop is a cherished memory of ours. Melissa and Alessandro have personally explored these paths and visited these locations to ensure an authentic experience: here you’ll find what we loved and what we can’t wait for you to discover.

Timimoun, known as the “queen of the red desert”, is one of the most evocative oases in the Algerian Sahara. Its warm-coloured earthen houses create a spectacular contrast with the golden dunes surrounding the city.

Strolling through the alleys, you discover traditional Sudanese architecture, lively markets and the suspended atmosphere typical of oasis towns. The surrounding area offers extraordinary landscapes: salt lakes, endless palm groves and dunes that turn red at sunset.

It is an unmissable stop for those who want to experience the essence of the Sahara, among breathtaking nature, age-old traditions and the authentic hospitality of local communities.

Point of interest:

Oasis town of Timimoun, famous for its red sand dunes.
Visit to the ksour and desert landscapes.
Safari to the village of Talla, visit of the ancient Ksar and discovery of the foggara.
Settle on the dunes and introduction to the preparation of traditional tea, with sunset contemplation.

Timimoun-nomadi con turisti che prendono il tè sulle dune