Libya is the most growing desert vacation destination currently. Since the massive turnaround of the Libya 6 Years ago and the governmental directive to develop tourism in Libya, this country is the most fascinating and safe place to discover the heart of the biggest Desert of the world. The Sahara. Libya is shaped by a stable government, the merge of 3 tribes, and a incredible rollup activity in the last few years. Historic roman places like Leptic Magna and Sebratha are indicators for a rich history. The people of Libya are known for friendliness, hospitality and respectful behaviors. While 95% of the population is living at the coast, there are historic outposts in the desert absolutely worth to discover. Through Sebha, Germa, Al Awynat and Ghat goes one road connecting the Touareg trading outposts together. Theses places are since ages the oasis for desert caravans of the Touareg People. Libya covers a vast amount of country space which is similar the summary of UK, France, Italy and Germany together. Libya's population reached recently the number of 6.8 million people.
The Idhan Awbari Desert north of the road Sebha - Ghat is the first Desert Area you will discover with us. Medium size dunes with an altitude of 40-100 m and the famous Mandara Lakes make the introduction of the Sahara to you. The 14 existing Lakes in the Idhan Awbari Desert is one of our places we will have a dessert bivouac in the one million star hotel. No where else you can see the night sky so clear! You can visualize the milky way in the sky clearly with no obstacles like human pollution from cities, like dust and street lights.
Further on, close to Ghat and the Algerian, Chad corner, you will discover the great and unforgettable Akakus Mountain area. With a length from north to south of 130 km and east to west of 50 km, this makes a incredible discover area for ancient stone age relicts, stone engravings and paintings. This is a easy driving part focusing on discovering the nature with a very impressive labyrinth rock formation.
The Murzuq Dune Sea. One of the most incredible dune areas in northern Africa. Spectacular dune crossing on your ATV with an altitude of 250- 300 m above ground gives you a peek of the dimensions of our planet. This relatively small circle of dune area with a diameter of 300 km is named after the city Murzuq, located east of the dune area. Coming west from Akkakus, we will cross the dunes north-east towards Maknussa village, close to our desert post and fabulous camping around Camp Africa.Security in Libya is a matter of your behavior: Libya is the most richest country in Africa, based on Oil business. There are nearly to nothing criminal activities in our region. The biggest threat for your security is you. Safe driving in the dunes, following the instructions from our tour guides, and you cover 99% of the existing danger there. You are welcome to discover Libya, the people and the Sahara on the most safest and professional way. This is our mission.
Thomas Holzknecht, Tour Guide and Operator
