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Touggourt: Hot Air Balloon Ride over the Sahara Desert

By Rechacheqa Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$475 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Feel the thrill of soaring over the Sahara Desert in a hot air balloon
  • Admire panoramic views of golden dunes, palm groves, and desert villages
  • Enjoy a peaceful flight as the sun rises over the horizon
  • Learn about the region and the Sahara from your professional pilot
  • Capture stunning photos of the desert landscape from above

Activity location

    • Touggourt
    • Touggourt, Ouargla Province, Algeria

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Touggourt, Algeria
    • Touggourt, Ouargla Province, Algeria

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What's included, what's not

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    Hot air balloon flight
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    Professional pilot
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Panoramic views of the Sahara
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    Insights about the region and desert environment
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport to the launch site
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    Meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Smoking
  • Not suitable for: People afraid of heights, People with heart problems, Pregnant women

What you can expect

Experience the beauty of the Algerian Sahara from the sky with an unforgettable hot air balloon flight over Touggourt. This unique adventure offers breathtaking panoramic views of endless golden dunes, lush palm groves, traditional desert villages, and the peaceful oasis landscapes that make southeastern Algeria so special.

Begin your experience early in the morning, when the desert is calm and the sunrise colours start to appear over the horizon. Watch as the balloon is prepared and inflated before gently lifting into the sky for a smooth and peaceful flight above the Sahara.

As you rise higher, admire spectacular views of Touggourt’s oasis, winding desert tracks, and the vast sand dunes stretching as far as the eye can see. The silence and tranquility of floating above the desert create a magical atmosphere unlike any other activity.

During the flight, your professional pilot will share insights about the region, the desert environment, and the history of the Sahara. Depending on weather conditions and the selected package, flights may include sunrise experiences, traditional tea after landing, or photo stops in scenic desert locations.

Location

Activity location

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    • Touggourt
    • Touggourt, Ouargla Province, Algeria

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Touggourt, Algeria
    • Touggourt, Ouargla Province, Algeria