🇲🇷 Mauritania: Nouakchott Adventure

Nouakchott isn’t your typical tourist city, but its raw Saharan charm and vibrant fishing culture make it a hidden gem for adventurers and photographers! 🐫🌊 💰 Budget Breakdown (Per Person) ✈️ Flights: RM993 (Dakar → Nouakchott) 🏨 Accommodation: RM829 (Hotel Kasablanca) 🍽️ Food: RM570 🏜️ Activities: RM505 (National Museum + Terjit Oasis Tour + Amatlich Dunes 4x4 Safari) 💸 TOTAL: RM2897 📅 Itinerary Highlights ✅ Arrival 📍 Dinner at a portside restaurant 🍽️ ✅ City Exploration 🌅 Sunrise at Nouakchott Grand Mosque 🍽️ Breakfast at Le Calypso 🏛️ National Museum 🐟 Port de Pêche (Fishing Port) ☕ Café de Paris 🌙 Marché Capitale Night Market ✅ Desert Adventure 🏞️ Terjit Oasis (Guided Tour) 🏜️ Amatlich Dunes (4x4 Dune Bashing!) 🍽️ Dinner at Le Sahara ✅ Culture & Coast 🍳 Brunch at Café Liban 🛍️ Artisan Market 🏖️ Plage de Nouakchott (Beach Walk) 🕌 Saudi Mosque (+ Rooftop Views at Al Khaima Hotel) 🍽️ Dinner at Al Khayam ✅ Farewell ☕ Pâtisserie Marhaba (Pastries & Coffee) 🥬 Marche aux Legumes (Local Veggie Market) 📌 Essential Tips 🌡️ Best Time: Nov-Mar (Cooler weather—avoid the scorching summer!) 🦞 Seafood Heaven: Cheap & fresh lobster, octopus, sea bream—eat near the port! 💳 Cash is King: Some upscale spots take cards, but carry Ouguiya/Euros. ⏳ Dining Hours: Many places close 2-5 PM; dinner starts after 7 PM. ⚠️ Safety: Generally safe, but avoid isolated areas at night. 🚖 Taxis: No meters—negotiate fares upfront! 🏜️ Desert Trips: Book with reputable agencies for safety. #Mauritania #Nouakchott #HiddenGem #SaharaAdventure #AfricaTravel 🌍✨