Niger Travel & Tours
Niger Travel & Tours is a fully registered, 100% Nigerien‐owned incoming agency headquartered in Niamey. Drawing on three generations of local expertise, they specialize in bespoke desert safaris and river‐based adventures throughout Niger’s most captivating regions. Their fleet of modern 4×4 vehicles and experienced Tuareg and Songhai guides enable seamless travel from the bustling markets of Niamey to the ochre dunes of the Ténéré Desert, the prehistoric petroglyphs around Arakao, and the bird‐rich wetlands of W National Park. All itineraries—ranging from two‐day introductions to the capital and surrounding attractions to multi‐week “Trans‐Sahel Odyssey” expeditions—include visa support, airport transfers, quality lodging in both urban boutique hotels and Bedouin‐run desert camps, and full‐board catering featuring local specialties like Djerma millet porridge and Niamey river fish. Safety protocols include GPS‐equipped vehicles, satellite communication, and optional private security escorts for solo travellers. Niger Travel & Tours also offers tailor‑made cultural exchanges with village artisans in Agadez and community homestays among the Fula caravaneers, ensuring that tourism dollars directly uplift local families. Whether you’re seeking an immersive desert trek, a wildlife photography journey, or an in‐depth cultural immersion, Niger Travel & Tours delivers a safe, authentic, and unforgettable Saharan experience.
Website: https://nigertravelandtours.com/
Palace Travel – Niger Tours
As part of Palace Travel’s acclaimed Africa collection, the Niger Tours division provides fully escorted, small‐group departures and private departures throughout Niger’s key highlights. Their 7‑ to 11‑day “Air‑Ténéré‑Djado” circuit takes you from Niamey’s colonial‑style hotels and the National Museum to the mud‑brick splendor of Agadez’s Grand Mosque, onward to the rock art canyons of Djado, and across the sweeping dunes of Erg Uan Kasa. Each package includes round‑trip international airfare, domestic transfers in air‑conditioned 4×4 vehicles, professional English‑speaking guides, breakfasts and select meals, and all park and site entrance fees. Group sizes are capped at 16 to preserve intimacy, with departures timed to coincide with festivals like Cure Salée and Gerewol. For private travellers, bespoke itineraries can be crafted—whether a photo safari to W National Park with overnight glamping or a family‑friendly camelback trek through Timia’s oasis. Backed by Better Business Bureau accreditation and global support offices, Palace Travel ensures seamless visa invitation letters, travel insurance coordination, and 24/7 emergency assistance. Their commitment to high standards and personalized service makes them a top choice for travellers seeking comfort, cultural depth, and the reliability of an established international operator.
Website: https://www.palacetravel.com/tour-places/niger-tours/
Kameli Travel – The Great Tour of Niger
Kameli Travel, a Finnish adventure specialist, offers “The Great Tour of Niger,” a meticulously planned eight‑day itinerary that unveils the country’s most iconic sites. Beginning in Niamey, participants explore the bustling Grand Marché and take a serene cruise along the Niger River. Flights connect to Maradi and Zinder, where cultural highlights include the Sultan’s Palace, the Birni old town with its labyrinthine streets, and lakeside wetlands designated as Ramsar sites. In Agadez, the tour delves into UNESCO‑listed clay architecture—visiting the 16th‑century Grand Mosque and the living quarters of Tuareg royalty—before venturing into the Sahara’s heart. Overnights alternate between comfortable desert camps and secure local guesthouses, with all logistics handled by certified local guides and security liaisons. Optional extensions include guided wildlife spotting at Kouré’s giraffe reservation or a detour to the Termit Massif’s remote rock‑art galleries. Kameli Travel’s small groups (maximum 12 guests) ensure personalized attention, while on‑ground staff coordinate visa invitation letters, airport pickups, and all necessary permits. By combining regional flights, overland transfers, and immersive cultural encounters, Kameli Travel delivers an efficient yet deeply engaging introduction to Niger’s storied landscapes and traditions.
Website: https://kamelitravel.com/en/the-great-tour-of-niger/
Continent Tours – Discover Niger
U.S.‑based Continent Tours is renowned for its comprehensive West Africa programs, and its “Discover Niger” offering spans 7 to 10 days of cultural immersion and natural exploration. Starting in Niamey, guests stay in heritage hotels before travelling by private, air‑conditioned 4×4 to Agadez, the fabled crossroads of the Sahara. Along the route, travelers encounter the striking orange cliffs of the Aïr Mountains, tour the ancient libraries of Chinguetti’s manuscript‑filled mosques, and camp beneath a star‑pricked desert sky. Highlights include a private river cruise on the Niger, a guided visit to the prehistoric rock carvings at Tamgak, and village homestays among Tuareg families. All packages include English‑speaking guides with anthropological backgrounds, entrance fees, meals showcasing seasonal Sahelian cuisine, and 24/7 emergency assistance. Continent Tours’ small‐group ethos (no more than 12 participants) ensures flexibility for extended photo stops, unscheduled cultural visits, and bespoke academic or birdwatching extensions. Their U.S. support desk coordinates flights, visas, and insurance, offering peace of mind for first‐time Niger visitors. By blending comfortable logistics with authentic local connections, Continent Tours crafts a seamless journey through one of Africa’s last great frontiers.
Website: https://continenttours.com/tour-places/west-africa/niger/
CultureRoad Travel – Niger Group & Private Tours
CultureRoad Travel, based in the Netherlands, specializes in ethically responsible small‐group and private tours across under‑explored destinations. Their Niger portfolio features two flagship products: the nine‑day “Guerewol Festival Tour” timed to the Wodaabe courtship ceremonies in September, and a flexible four‑day private “Niger Essentials” package covering Niamey’s grand mosque, Dosso’s kingdom palaces, and the giraffe reserves at Kouré. Group departures are capped at 16 participants, fostering camaraderie while supporting community enterprises. Private tours can be tailored for families, solo travellers, or thematic interests like photography or birding. All arrangements include airport meet‑and‑greets, multi‑lingual local guides, secure transfers in 4×4 vehicles, and full‐board dining in a combination of boutique hotels, desert camps, and guesthouses. CultureRoad collaborates closely with local NGOs to ensure that tour revenues benefit village schools, women’s cooperatives, and conservation patrols. With transparent pricing, clear ethical guidelines, and an in‐country support team, CultureRoad Travel delivers memorable, responsible adventures that highlight Niger’s rich cultural tapestry and fragile desert ecosystems.
Website: https://cultureroadtravel.com/niger/niger-group-tours/
Across Africa Tours & Travel – Niger Safaris & Cultural Trips
Across Africa Tours & Travel provides tailored itineraries across the continent, with their Niger offerings combining wildlife, cultural heritage, and desert exploration in five to nine‑day packages. Guests begin in Niamey, embarking on a cultural tour of the National Museum, local craft markets, and a sunset cruise on the Niger River. Overland transfers lead to the Aïr Mountains for canyon hikes, traditional Tuareg homestays, and exploration of prehistoric petroglyph sites at Assodé. Signature safaris in W National Park focus on spotting West African giraffe, cheetah, and migratory waterbirds. Accommodations alternate between ecolodges, desert camps with insulated tents, and family‑run guesthouses, all vetted for safety and comfort. Each trip is accompanied by an English‑speaking naturalist guide and logistical support for visa letters, travel insurance, and optional medical evacuations. Across Africa prioritizes small groups (maximum 10 travellers) to minimize environmental impact and maximize cultural exchange. Whether seeking a weekend photo safari or a specialized birdwatching extension, their Niger programs deliver professional service, deep local insight, and unforgettable Saharan scenery.
Website: https://www.acrossafricatours.com/tour-destination/niger/
BTp Adventure – Mysteries of the Sahara (15 Days)
BTp Adventure specializes in immersive expeditions to the Sahara’s least‑visited corners, and their 15‑day “Mysteries of the Sahara” tour offers an epic overland trek from Niamey through Agadez to the far southern reaches of the Ténéré Desert. Led by veteran desert guides, participants traverse fossil bed fields, salt caravan trails to Bilma, and the dramatic Tafassasset plains. Nights are spent in sturdy expedition tents or nomadic family tents where travellers share tea rituals and campfire storytelling with local Tuareg hosts. The itinerary includes archaeological visits to the Djado ruins, geological marvels of the Guelb Er Richat “Eye of the Sahara,” and a unique Camel‑Car Train transfer experience alongside the Iron Ore train tracks. Safety measures encompass satellite phones, emergency medical kits, and regular check‑ins with Niamey HQ. Group sizes are strictly limited to eight for maximum flexibility and minimal environmental footprint. Catering features self‑sufficient camp kitchens serving taguella flatbreads, date‑honey, and freshly caught fish when passing through Niger’s riverine zones. For intrepid explorers seeking a full‑immersion Saharan odyssey, BTp Adventure delivers an unrivalled, expertly guided deep‑desert expedition.
Website: https://btpadventure.com/tours/niger-mysteries-of-the-sahara-15-days/
Zenith Tours – Aïr Mountains & Ténéré Desert
Zenith Tours, a French adventure outfitter, curates a five‑day “Aïr & Ténéré” immersion that highlights the geological, historical, and cultural wonders of northern Niger. Departing from Agadez, the program ascends volcanic peaks of the Aïr Massif, exploring opal‑studded rock formations and Blue Marble quarries. Extending into the Ér of Bilma, travellers witness towering granite spires, salt pan harvesting ceremonies, and Neolithic petroglyph galleries dating back 10,000 years. Each day blends guided hikes with opportunities to live alongside nomadic Kel Tamachek families—learning traditional tent‑making, camel care, and star‑navigation. Evenings are marked by communal taguella flatbreads baked on hot sands, paired with songs by local griots. Zenith ensures comfortable off‑road transport in Toyota Land Cruisers equipped with fridge boxes, and lodging alternates between village guesthouses and canvas touring tents. Group sizes are kept to a maximum of 12 for an intimate experience, with full logistical support including visa invitation letters and in‑country security coordination. Updated annually to reflect road and climate changes, Zenith’s “Aïr & Ténéré” tour offers a perfect balance of rugged adventure and cultural immersion.
Website: https://en.zenith-tours.com/post/a%C3%AFr-mountains-tenere-desert-niger
Spazi d’Avventura – Back to the Roots: Niger
Italy’s Spazi d’Avventura crafts “Back to the Roots,” a nine‑day Sahara adventure designed for cultural connoisseurs and geology enthusiasts alike. Beginning in Niamey, the journey heads northeast to Chinguetti‑style sandstone formations of Djado, where dramatic cathedrals rise from the sands. The expedition continues into the Tafassasset flats—scenic plains where even the horizon appears curved—and onward to the blue‑ash marble reliefs of the Montagnes Bleues. Camp nights include portable kitchens and eco‑friendly composting latrines, while local Tuareg hosts demonstrate salt‑mining techniques and date‑palace distillation in Bilma. Each day features interactive sessions on petroglyph interpretation and the geology of extinct volcanic fields. Logistics are managed by bilingual Italian‑Hassaniya coordinators who handle all airport transfers, vehicle maintenance, and safety liaisons with regional authorities. Group sizes never exceed 10, preserving the sense of frontier solitude. Spazi d’Avventura’s commitment to low‑impact travel and deep cultural exchange ensures travellers leave with both indelible memories and a heartfelt connection to Niger’s desert heritage.
Website: https://www.spazidavventura.com/en/sahara/niger/back-to-the-roots-niger/
Dunes‑Voyages – Sahara Expeditions
Dunes‑Voyages, based in Agadez, is the leading local expedition outfitter for 4WD, camel, and on‑foot explorations of the Aïr Massif and Ténéré Desert. Founded by Touareg nomads with decades of desert guiding heritage, they offer modular programs ranging from three‑day “Aïr Day Hikes” to 12‑day “Sahara Grand Circuit” expeditions. Their camel treks trace ancient salt caravan routes to Fachi and Bilma, while motorized safaris use Toyota Land Cruisers outfitted with rooftop tents, rooftop water tanks, and night‑vision spotlights for nocturnal wildlife viewing. Dunes‑Voyages’ guides are trained in first aid, GPS navigation, and local archaeology, ensuring safe passage through remote wadis and sand seas. Accommodation combines traditional Tuareg tents and well‑equipped desert camps, complete with solar lighting and communal dining tents serving stews of millet, lamb, and dates. Customizable options include photography workshops, stargazing nights with portable telescopes, and “Desert Survival” skill sessions. With a deep respect for ecological balance and community livelihood, Dunes‑Voyages employs local drivers, cooks, and camp assistants—keeping tourism revenue within Niger’s desert communities.
Website: https://www.dunes-voyages.com/
