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Things to do in Mauritania

Where the Sahara meets the Atlantic, with the giant ‘Eye of the Sahara’ rising from the desert.

Check before you go. Security conditions vary across Mauritania. We only plan trips here after a current risk assessment and in line with official travel advisories, and we can add security and medical support.

Things to do in Mauritania

Top 4 adventures in Mauritania

  1. 01

    Fly over the Richat Structure

    The roughly 40-kilometre ‘Eye of the Sahara’, visible from space.

    Helicopter
  2. 02

    Ride the iron ore train

    One of the longest trains in the world, crossing the Sahara.

    Expedition
  3. 03

    Explore Chinguetti and Ouadane

    Ancient caravan towns with desert libraries.

    Expedition
  4. 04

    Banc d'Arguin National Park

    Huge flocks of migrating birds on the Atlantic coast.

    Wildlife

Mauritania trip facts

Region
Africa
Capital
Nouakchott
Gateway
Nouakchott
Best time to go
November to March
We can arrange
Skydiving, Helicopter, Expedition, Wildlife

Skydiving in Mauritania

From a first tandem to a group jump with friends, we can organize skydiving in Mauritania on your dates. Our team brings the experience and the equipment, works with local authorities on approvals, and puts safety first in every plan.

How skydiving with us works

Sky shows & events in Mauritania

Sky shows in Mauritania are built around your brand: logo flags and canopies, smoke trails and a precision landing in the middle of the action. We plan the permits and the backup plan, so all you do is watch the crowd.

See sky shows

Private expeditions in Mauritania

Private expeditions in Mauritania are planned end to end by our team. Tell us the dream and we build the route, book the aircraft and guides, arrange security and take care of every detail from Nouakchott to the last day of your trip.

How expeditions work

Build a dropzone in Mauritania

A dropzone in Mauritania could put the country on the world's skydiving map. We bring the full system: site survey, permits, jump aircraft, parachute systems, instructors, riggers and the tools to run the business.

Dropzone in a box

FAQ

Mauritania adventure FAQ

Can I go skydiving in Mauritania?

Yes. We arrange tandem skydives for first-timers and fun jumps for licensed skydivers in Mauritania. If there's no established dropzone where you want to jump, we can bring the aircraft, equipment and instructors and work with the local aviation authority on approvals.

What are the best things to do in Mauritania?

Top picks include Fly over the Richat Structure, Ride the iron ore train and Explore Chinguetti and Ouadane. We can combine them into one private trip, handled end to end.

When is the best time to visit Mauritania for adventure activities?

For most activities, the best window is November to March. We match your dates to the right activities and weather.

How do I get to Mauritania?

Most trips start in Nouakchott. From there we take care of transfers, private flights or helicopters, stays and permits.

Can you organize a skydiving show for an event in Mauritania?

Yes. Our athletes can jump into festivals, stadiums, launches and private celebrations in Mauritania, landing with your flag or logo. We handle the landing-area survey, airspace permits and safety plan.

Is it safe to travel to Mauritania?

Conditions vary by region. We only plan trips in Mauritania after a current risk assessment and in line with official travel advisories, and we can add security and medical support.

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