Mauritanie à moto
by Baladendrz
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
Bonjour,
Nous sommes 2 motards avec une certaine expérience des raids (notamment Maroc) qui souhaitons faire une 1er virée principalement par les pistes en Mauritanie.
Nouadhibou, Atar, Chinguetti, Ouadane, Tidjikja, Kiffa, Kaedi, Rosso, Nouakchott, Aoujeft, Nouamghar, Nouadhibou.
Questions :
1, Voyez-vous des incohérences dans l’itinéraire, et ratons nous des incontournables ??
2, Qu’en est-il de l’eau ? en trouve-t-on facilement ?
3, J’ai entendu dire qu’il y avait des difficultés à trouver de l’essence ?
Qu’en est-il exactement, et quelle autonomie préconisez-vous pour éviter la panne sèche ?
Je rappelle que nous sommes à moto donc peu de place.
4, Pensez-vous, qu’un 4x4 d’accompagnement soit nécessaire ?
En tout état de cause, si 1 ou 2 4x4 ont la même envie, on serait ravi de partager ce projet avec eux.
Merci de vos avis éclairés.
ton trajet est bien sauf la partie Nouakchott Aoujeft, ça te fait remonter dans l'Adrar donc pas la direction de Nouamghar qui est dans le Banc d'Arguin..
attention à l'eau, entre Nouadhibou et Atar si tu prends la piste, tu trouveras de l'eau à Boulenouar et après en fonction de la direction que tu prends il y en a à Choum, à Akjoujt et probablement dans les puits. Personnellement je mets ma voiture sur le train pour aller de Nouadhibou à Choum.
ça évite de se planter dans le sable.
il n'y a aucune difficulté à trouver de l'essence, mais pour plus de sécurité, charge les motos sur le train ! pour l'autonomie je ne sais pas le volume de ton réservoir, et ta vitesse de croisière.
il y a de l'essence à 80 km de Nouadhibou à Boulenouar, à Chami, à la gare du nord à 25 km de Chami, au resto marocain et au bord de la route (contrefaçon).
il y a de l'essence à Choum, à Atar, Akjoujt, pour le reste je ne sais pas, je ne vais jamais dans le sud, mais va sur les blogs tu trouveras je pense toutes les infos et de toute façon à partir de Rosso tu ne prends plus de risques il y a de l'essence.
Si tu remontes par le banc d'Arguin, en direction de Nouadhibou, il faut payer un droit d'entrée de 1200 UM, et faire des réserves d'essence oui. Ne roule pas dans la sebkha, on s'enfonce facilement, reste sur la piste.
je peux te mettre en relation avec pas mal de monde, sur tout le pays, les gens seront contents de t'aider et de t'accueillir si tu prends une carte sim mauritanienne.
un 4X4 serait une bonne idée, on ne sait jamais, mais il faut savoir que les Mauritaniens roulent comme des fous même sur les pistes, donc reste loin pour éviter un caillou ou trop de poussière à cause de la visibilité. ou alors roule à côté de lui. Mais prévois un gros budget si tu veux un 4X4.
J'ai deux amis (2 4X4 ) qui partent bientôt pour la Mauritanie et feront la piste Nouadhibou Atar.
je pourrais également te mettre en contact avec eux.
pour plus d'infos me contacter en privé..
tu peux aussi contacter Olivia de NKT (maison jeloua) elle doit bien avoir des motards chez elle, ou Ali de la baie du Levrier, les motos font halte chez lui.
Prévois des fiches de police dès le Sahara occidental on va t'en demander, copies de passeports avec numero d'entrée au Maroc et numero d'immatriculation pour le Maroc, ensuite copies de passeports pour la Mauritanie (au moins 60 ça dépend de la durée de ton séjour là bas).
moi, je nomadise donc on se croisera peut être..
ce qui est certain c'est que s'il t'arrive quelque chose, les Mauritaniens seront là pour te rendre service et t'offrir trois verres de thé.
cordialement
Christine Fatimetou Yasaguerema
Bonjour, Yasaguerema,
Merci pour tes précieuses infos concernant Atar et Nouadhibou.
Je réponds en même temps à ton mp
Je pense rouler en parallèle de la ligne de chemin de fer jusqu’à Choum puis bifurquer sur Atar.
Je note que la piste n’est pas facile, mais nous sommes assez expérimentés dans le domaine mais, on est prévenu.
Concernant l’essence, sais-tu si on en trouve facilement ?
Si tu le permets, je te recontacterai pour d’autres infos au fur et à mesure de mes interrogations.
Merci et bon retour en France
Mince, je découvre ton 2eme messages
Ce qui explique le décalage de ma réponse… Merci
bonjour !
concernant le train minier, sais tu où nous pourrions avoir des infos? fréquence ? tarif pour un 4x4 et deux personnes ? où prendre le train ? etc...
On arriverait du maroc et on voudrait passer un peu de temps dans l'adrar avant d'aller à Nouakchott. On pensait faire la piste mais on n'a pas envie de galérer s'il y a des dunes à passer... et votre discussion nous le confirme. Et le train ça peut être une découverte... Du coup on cherche un peu plus d'infos sur ce train?
Merci d'avance
bonjour !
concernant le train minier, sais tu où nous pourrions avoir des infos? fréquence ? tarif pour un 4x4 et deux personnes ? où prendre le train ? etc...
pour le train de la Snim rien de plus simple : il y a trois trains par jour/nuit qui remontent de Nouadhibou vers Zouerate mais en fonction des conditions du désert, on ne peut donner d'horaire précis.
pour le tarif voiture, c'est tellement gratuit pour moi que je ne peux vous donner d'infos mais je me renseigne et je reviens vers vous, quand comptez vous partir ?
pour prendre le train : traverser NDB (Nouadhibou) et aller à la base du Chacal, à Cansado, il y a un parking à l'entrée de la base, vous verrez le portail et le panneau, il se peut que vous attendiez des heures ou quelques jours avant d'être mis sur un plat (wagon à véhicules), en raison des problèmes liés à différents facteurs... la mise en place des plats est toute une aventure. J'adore ces moments.... ça peut prendre jusqu'à six heures, avant de démarrer enfin de NDB...
Profitez en pour faire du thé, jouer aux cartes, discuter avec les autres voyageurs, aller manger un thieboudein ou tirer jusqu'au Cap blanc ... ou lire un bon bouquin.
ne soyez pas pressé, en Mauritanie les conditions de vie sont extrêmes, les travailleurs de la Snim sont admirables, si vous avez des vêtements ou des chaussures de travail pour offrir, des lunettes de soleil, cela leur rendra un immense service... si vous avez des bons romans, prenez en... la plupart des employés de la Snim ont fait des études supérieures et adorent lire en français...
effectivement le passage des dunes est délicat en remontant vers Choum, et l'aventure du train unique au monde... mais prévoir de quoi faire pipi pour les filles (un bidon coupé ça le fait bien) car pas d'arrêt pipi ...
et ne pas oublier que le train avance à 40 km/H mais moi j'adore. chaque seconde de ce voyage est unique au monde.
On arriverait du maroc et on voudrait passer un peu de temps dans l'adrar avant d'aller à Nouakchott. On pensait faire la piste mais on n'a pas envie de galérer s'il y a des dunes à passer... et votre discussion nous le confirme. Et le train ça peut être une découverte... Du coup on cherche un peu plus d'infos sur ce train? Merci d'avance
pour le train de la Snim rien de plus simple : il y a trois trains par jour/nuit qui remontent de Nouadhibou vers Zouerate mais en fonction des conditions du désert, on ne peut donner d'horaire précis.
pour le tarif voiture, c'est tellement gratuit pour moi que je ne peux vous donner d'infos mais je me renseigne et je reviens vers vous, quand comptez vous partir ?
pour prendre le train : traverser NDB (Nouadhibou) et aller à la base du Chacal, à Cansado, il y a un parking à l'entrée de la base, vous verrez le portail et le panneau, il se peut que vous attendiez des heures ou quelques jours avant d'être mis sur un plat (wagon à véhicules), en raison des problèmes liés à différents facteurs... la mise en place des plats est toute une aventure. J'adore ces moments.... ça peut prendre jusqu'à six heures, avant de démarrer enfin de NDB...
Profitez en pour faire du thé, jouer aux cartes, discuter avec les autres voyageurs, aller manger un thieboudein ou tirer jusqu'au Cap blanc ... ou lire un bon bouquin.
ne soyez pas pressé, en Mauritanie les conditions de vie sont extrêmes, les travailleurs de la Snim sont admirables, si vous avez des vêtements ou des chaussures de travail pour offrir, des lunettes de soleil, cela leur rendra un immense service... si vous avez des bons romans, prenez en... la plupart des employés de la Snim ont fait des études supérieures et adorent lire en français...
effectivement le passage des dunes est délicat en remontant vers Choum, et l'aventure du train unique au monde... mais prévoir de quoi faire pipi pour les filles (un bidon coupé ça le fait bien) car pas d'arrêt pipi ...
et ne pas oublier que le train avance à 40 km/H mais moi j'adore. chaque seconde de ce voyage est unique au monde.
On arriverait du maroc et on voudrait passer un peu de temps dans l'adrar avant d'aller à Nouakchott. On pensait faire la piste mais on n'a pas envie de galérer s'il y a des dunes à passer... et votre discussion nous le confirme. Et le train ça peut être une découverte... Du coup on cherche un peu plus d'infos sur ce train? Merci d'avance
bonjour,
merci pour ta réponse, en fait c'est notre quatrième voyage en afrique de l'ouest par la route donc on voit bien bien tout ce que tu décris. On partirait de france fin septembre... le temps de descendre ce serait plutôt fin octobre pour le train. Juste encore une question combien de temps a priori entre Nouadhibou et Choum? Et j'imagine qu'on peut avoir accès à sa voiture pendant le trajet?
merci pour les infos
lise
bonjour Lise
pour la durée du voyage NDB Choum, prévoir plus de six heures. le train fait un arrêt à Boulenouar.
en fait, et vous le savez certainement : le temps ne compte pas en Mauritanie !!!!!
oubliez vos montres et vos calendriers...😉
vous pourrez rester dans la voiture ou aller dans le wagon avec les passagers mais je vous conseille de rester dans la voiture !!!
parce que dans le wagon, pour faire pipi, c'est encore une autre aventure !!!
faites moi signe, je serais ravie de vous rencontrer mais je bouge beaucoup....si je suis à NDB lorsque vous arrivez, je vous aiderai pour le train...si vous le souhaitez. si me trouverez à l'Alliance Française ou au Centre de Pêche...
bons préparatifs !!
pour la durée du voyage NDB Choum, prévoir plus de six heures. le train fait un arrêt à Boulenouar.
en fait, et vous le savez certainement : le temps ne compte pas en Mauritanie !!!!!
oubliez vos montres et vos calendriers...😉
vous pourrez rester dans la voiture ou aller dans le wagon avec les passagers mais je vous conseille de rester dans la voiture !!!
parce que dans le wagon, pour faire pipi, c'est encore une autre aventure !!!
faites moi signe, je serais ravie de vous rencontrer mais je bouge beaucoup....si je suis à NDB lorsque vous arrivez, je vous aiderai pour le train...si vous le souhaitez. si me trouverez à l'Alliance Française ou au Centre de Pêche...
bons préparatifs !!
ok merci pour les infos.
on vous tient au courant quand on arrive par là.
Lise
hello bonsoir
tarif pour 1 4X4 sur un wagon plat (personnes inclues) : 28500 MO soit environ 70 euro (le change en MO en ce moment c'est 1 euro : 400 MO, mais ça bouge tout le temps). pour voiture berline normale : 22500 MO
Attention : il faut au minimum 2 voitures pour mettre un plat au train (wagon plateau) donc si vous êtes seuls avec 1 voiture, il faudra attendre une seconde voiture
je n'ai jamais eu ce problème, il y a toujours des voitures à charger à NDB...
Attention : ça va être une expérience unique..... 😎
😎 A bientôt incha Allah..
tarif pour 1 4X4 sur un wagon plat (personnes inclues) : 28500 MO soit environ 70 euro (le change en MO en ce moment c'est 1 euro : 400 MO, mais ça bouge tout le temps). pour voiture berline normale : 22500 MO
Attention : il faut au minimum 2 voitures pour mettre un plat au train (wagon plateau) donc si vous êtes seuls avec 1 voiture, il faudra attendre une seconde voiture
je n'ai jamais eu ce problème, il y a toujours des voitures à charger à NDB...
Attention : ça va être une expérience unique..... 😎
😎 A bientôt incha Allah..
ok merci c'est noté !
oui à bientôt.
Lise
bonjour Christine,
j'ai une autre question, sais tu s'il est possible de faire proroger le passavent de la voiture quelque part à Nouhadibou ? en fait on aimerait pouvoir prendre le train donc ne pas descendre à NKCT mais généralement le passavent donné à la frontière n'est que de 7 jours. Je sais qu'on peut le faire proroger à NKCT mais à Nouhadibou???
Merci d'avance de ta réponse et à bientôt !!
Lise
bonsoir Lise
personnellement je n'ai pas ce problème,
je pense qu'en arrivant à la frontière, précise le temps que vous voulez rester en Mauritanie, on devrait vous donner un mois sans problème car le visa est d'un mois.
Ensuite, il faudra prendre une assurance (à gauche en sortant de la frontière)
pour le train, allez à la station du chacal à Cansado (traverser Nouadhibou), mais comme il faut au minimum deux véhicules pour mettre un plateau en place, peut être attendrez vous un peu... Il m'est arrivé d'attendre trois jours à Nouadhibou, profitez en pour aller voir le Cap blanc et le centre de pêche, le marché ...
Bon voyage !
christine
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Corsica has been a dream of mine for a long time: legendary roads, stunning landscapes, a unique vibe, and the perfect mix of sea and mountains. At the same time, I’m wondering if 2 weeks might be *too much* for Corsica—risking feeling like I’ve seen it all too quickly, especially on a bike. Since I also have an extra week free in May, I could use that specifically for Corsica. Maybe splitting it into two trips would make more sense? If so, which routes or regions would be the most interesting to plan for a 7-day trip?
On the other hand, Norway is *super* appealing. The landscapes look incredible, totally different from anything I’ve experienced, and it’d be a real “wow” trip. I know 15 days is still short for such a vast country. Getting all the way to the North Cape seems pretty much impossible in that time, but I’m curious about what realistic routes could be planned.
So I’m wondering: Is it better to save Norway for next year, take 3 weeks off, and do it *properly*? Or are 15 days enough for a first amazing taste of the country?
I’d love to hear about your experiences—whether it’s Corsica (ideal duration, routes) or Norway (what’s realistic in 2 weeks on a bike). Thanks in advance for your thoughts!
Hello,
I'm thinking of buying a used small motorcycle to travel around the country for a month and a half.
I've done this in other countries without putting the registration in my name—is that possible in Guinea given the apparently frequent checks, or do I have to go through the paperwork?
Thanks.
Hello,
My dream is to ride Route 66 by motorcycle. I have a disability—while I’m not in a wheelchair, my walking mobility is reduced.
The ideal scenario would be to have a motorcycle driver and ride as their passenger on an organized trip.
Are there any guides or services like this offered by travel agencies?
Thanks for sharing your experiences!
Hello,
I’ve got a plan with a friend to go on a motorcycle road trip in 2028 or 2029, starting in Santiago de Chile and ending in Ushuaia, for about a month.
Has anyone done a trip like this before, and what’s the best time of year?
I’ve heard there can be quite a bit of wind depending on the season.
Thanks for any tips!
Cheers,
PA
I'm seriously considering heading to Nepal to do some nice motorcycle loops... my goal is also to do the Kailash Yatra round trip from Kathmandu, in a small group with a guide, in May '26... but here's the thing—I'm solo! So if you're up for sharing a similar adventure, hit me up... Cheers, Frankoys
It's all in the title: I'm heading to Krabi soon and want to rent a scooter for a few weeks, but after reading comments about all kinds of scams, I'm reaching out to ask where and how (read: *the right way*) to rent one.
Thanks for your tips and advice.
Hello everyone! Like every year, a winter migration is on the horizon (revised plan): this time, it’ll be Dakar, or even Abidjan, via Morocco, Mauritania, and Senegal.
Looking for an experienced motorcyclist or pillion rider—small build preferred—on a GSA 1250 with a comfy seat and luggage setup, available from early November to late December 2025. I’d like to plan the trip together (important to me) to make sure we’re on the same wavelength.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch!
Didier
Hi everyone...
Looking for travel companions to ride from France to Senegal by motorcycle.
I’m Paul, 37, and I’ve already done a bit of riding in Morocco.
For now, I’m solo, riding a 1998 SUZUKI DR 650 with some basic gear to keep things smooth. I’ll have a tent so we can do a few nights under the stars. We’ll need to coordinate departure dates—"ideally in November."
I’m currently checking out routes to take. Any tips would be welcome! :)
Have a great day, everyone!!!!!
Looking for travel companions to ride from France to Senegal by motorcycle.
I’m Paul, 37, and I’ve already done a bit of riding in Morocco.
For now, I’m solo, riding a 1998 SUZUKI DR 650 with some basic gear to keep things smooth. I’ll have a tent so we can do a few nights under the stars. We’ll need to coordinate departure dates—"ideally in November."
I’m currently checking out routes to take. Any tips would be welcome! :)
Have a great day, everyone!!!!!
Hi there!
I’m heading to Vietnam and Laos with a buddy next week for a month. We’re thinking of renting motorbikes, especially to do the Ha Giang Loop. We don’t have an international license, just our Belgian one. Is that enough? If not, is it risky?
Thanks for the info! !
I’m heading to Vietnam and Laos with a buddy next week for a month. We’re thinking of renting motorbikes, especially to do the Ha Giang Loop. We don’t have an international license, just our Belgian one. Is that enough? If not, is it risky?
Thanks for the info! !
Hi there,
In January 2026, I’m planning a motorbike trip through northern Vietnam for 3–4 weeks.
Must-dos: Hanoi, RC4, Dien Bien Phu, and of course the must-see landscapes.
I’m looking for any great tips, ideas… and maybe even a riding partner.
Cheers
In January 2026, I’m planning a motorbike trip through northern Vietnam for 3–4 weeks.
Must-dos: Hanoi, RC4, Dien Bien Phu, and of course the must-see landscapes.
I’m looking for any great tips, ideas… and maybe even a riding partner.
Cheers
Hi everyone,
In November, we’re planning to do the Ha Giang loop and the RC4 by motorbike without a guide. 😎 We’re looking for a decent place to stay/rent in Ha Giang.
If anyone has any info, we’d be really interested.
Thanks in advance! 😉 Ladava
In November, we’re planning to do the Ha Giang loop and the RC4 by motorbike without a guide. 😎 We’re looking for a decent place to stay/rent in Ha Giang.
If anyone has any info, we’d be really interested.
Thanks in advance! 😉 Ladava
Hello! We’re planning a motorcycle trip that will include a visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau in June 2026.
We’re unsure (still debating) whether we should stay at a hotel on-site and get to the memorial with an Uber (leaving our bikes at the hotel) and book a guided tour, or base ourselves in Kraków and take a tour that includes transport.
One thing’s for sure—we’d prefer a guide in French since we don’t speak English 😅.
Could you share your experiences or advice? I understand we need to book online rather than on-site. Thanks in advance for your replies!
Could you share your experiences or advice? I understand we need to book online rather than on-site. Thanks in advance for your replies!
Hi everyone,
I’m planning a road trip in Cuba and was wondering if there are any bike rental places (125/500cc) with reasonable rates—not the Harley rental places!
Thanks for your help. Wave of headlights! !
I’m planning a road trip in Cuba and was wondering if there are any bike rental places (125/500cc) with reasonable rates—not the Harley rental places!
Thanks for your help. Wave of headlights! !
Hello,
Next October we’re planning to ride the Ruta de la Plata by motorcycle—a historic Spanish route that runs from Gijón to Seville, also known as the N630.
Has anyone here already ridden it?
Unfortunately, I’m worried that parts of the N630 may have disappeared or merged with the A66 motorway, forcing us to ride long stretches of highway, which we’d rather avoid.
Thanks in advance for any tips or details about this route!
Hi there!
I’m currently planning a 9-day route starting from Marrakech with my husband. We land on the morning of June 13th—so soon! 😊
And we’re flying back to France on June 21st at 9 PM!
We’ve rented two Royal Enfield 450s.
This is our first motorcycle trip in Morocco. I got my license two years ago with the dream of taking this kind of trip, and here we are! ✌️😍
In France, we usually ride between 300 to 400 km per day on roadsters. We’re not used to off-road tracks, so we’re looking for easy ones 😅—especially for me 😅.
For Morocco, I’ve planned stages of 200 to 300 km per day. Here’s the idea: Day 1 (departure at noon): Marrakech - Tizi n Test - Tafingoult (165 km - 4h15) Day 2: Tafingoult - Amzarkou - Telouet (200 km - 4h34) Day 3: Telouet - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Boumalne (200 km - 3h30) (+ Vallée des Roses maybe) Day 4: Boumalne - Dades Gorges - Agoudal - Todra Gorges - Tinghir - Goulmima (291 km - 6h) Day 5: Goulmima - Midelt - Cirque Jaffar - Agoudim (280 km - 4h45) Day 6: Agoudim - Imilchil - Aghbala - El Ksiba (280 km - 4h45) Day 7: El Ksiba - La Cathédrale - Zaouiat Ahansal (212 km - 4h20) Day 8: Ahansal - Ouzoud Waterfalls via R 302 (188 km - 4h22) Day 9: Ouzoud - Marrakech (160 km - 2h43) End of the trip 😮.
What do you think?
We haven’t booked any hotels—is that a problem? We were thinking of deciding day by day based on our progress.
Can we take our helmets with us in the cabin, or should we pack them in the checked luggage surrounded by clothes to avoid damage?
I’d love any tips! 😊 Thanks!
In France, we usually ride between 300 to 400 km per day on roadsters. We’re not used to off-road tracks, so we’re looking for easy ones 😅—especially for me 😅.
For Morocco, I’ve planned stages of 200 to 300 km per day. Here’s the idea: Day 1 (departure at noon): Marrakech - Tizi n Test - Tafingoult (165 km - 4h15) Day 2: Tafingoult - Amzarkou - Telouet (200 km - 4h34) Day 3: Telouet - Ait Benhaddou - Ouarzazate - Boumalne (200 km - 3h30) (+ Vallée des Roses maybe) Day 4: Boumalne - Dades Gorges - Agoudal - Todra Gorges - Tinghir - Goulmima (291 km - 6h) Day 5: Goulmima - Midelt - Cirque Jaffar - Agoudim (280 km - 4h45) Day 6: Agoudim - Imilchil - Aghbala - El Ksiba (280 km - 4h45) Day 7: El Ksiba - La Cathédrale - Zaouiat Ahansal (212 km - 4h20) Day 8: Ahansal - Ouzoud Waterfalls via R 302 (188 km - 4h22) Day 9: Ouzoud - Marrakech (160 km - 2h43) End of the trip 😮.
What do you think?
We haven’t booked any hotels—is that a problem? We were thinking of deciding day by day based on our progress.
Can we take our helmets with us in the cabin, or should we pack them in the checked luggage surrounded by clothes to avoid damage?
I’d love any tips! 😊 Thanks!



