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Guelta d'Archei- Travel Tips
What to See, How to Plan & Tours- Natural Scenery
- 8 Reviews
Guelta d'Archei is a notable oasis located in the Ennedi Plateau of northeastern Chad, approximately 25 miles southeast of the town of Fada. This oasis features a narrow valley filled with shallow freshwater, bordered by towering sandstone cliffs. It serves as a crucial water source for nomadic tribes and their camels, who have utilized it for centuries. The Guelta d'Archei is also home to a small population of West African crocodiles, which have managed to survive since the era of the "Green Sahara" between 15,000 and 5,000 years ago. Reaching Guelta d'Archei is challenging due to its remote location and lack of paved roads. Travelers typically embark on a four-day journey across the desert by 4×4 vehicle from N'Djamena, the capital of Chad.
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Reviews of Guelta d'Archei
Roger Layton - 5
While the water is a nice bonus, the real treat is spending days getting there on dirt bikes and 4x4s. Don't forget to bring plenty of fuel,... and armor. And don't stop for anyone!
Roger Layton - 5
While the water is a nice bonus, the real treat is spending days getting there on dirt bikes and 4x4s. Don't forget to bring plenty of fuel,... and armor. And don't stop for anyone!
Ayoub Ibrahim - 5
it is amazing
Ayoub Ibrahim - 5
it is amazing
Sujeevan Sriskanthan - 5
Interesting and educational
Sujeevan Sriskanthan - 5
Interesting and educational
AK GAMER - 5
To have been a bit of time
AK GAMER - 5
To have been a bit of time
