La semaine prochaine je partirai a Tunis d'Alger. On m'a dit que la meilleure facon c'est d'aller en car d'Alger a Annaba, et puis de prendre un taxi d'Annabe a Tunis. Je ne veux pas parraitre trop parano, mais j'ai entendu dire que le nord est de l'algerie peut etre un peu dangereux pour les voyageurs. Ferai-je une betise en faisant la route entre Alger et Tunis? Devrais-je prendre un avion? Sinon, le car entre Tunis et Alger c'est la meilleure facon, ou devrais-je prendre le train a annaba? Merci pour vos conseils.
bonjour mr
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bon si vrai lorseque tuy prend le bus d'alger annaba si en securité est biensure tu arrivera en securité mais pendant que le bus arrivera a annaba au bout de la nuity si risque est si danger la vériter malgré je suis presque d'annaba mùais je te propose une trés bonne idée, prend le bus alger el-tarf ça sera super es en securité est aprés tu prend le forgonette el-tarf la calle, pouis tu trouve les taxi qui peu te prendre ver la tunisie
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je rentre se soir ver annaba (bouhadjar) alors peut tu m'apelle demain matin ou bien le soir
je m'appelle billel
la vie est un dont ...et le voyage forme l'homme....
Faire la route Alger-Annaba c'est emprunter la RN 5, en bon état, très fréquentée et déjà certains tronçons de l'autoroute est-ouest sont accessibles. Moi qui suis une femme je fais souvent la route et seule, donc vos informateurs sur les éventuels dangers sont invités à aller mettre à jour leurs informations. Cela dit, il faudra éviter de prendre la route de nuit, bien que certaines de mes connaissances préfèrent circuler lorsque le trafic est moindre.
Quant au passage de la frontière, il n'y a plus malheureusement que les taxis qui pourront vous emmener à Tunis depuis que le défunt train n'est plus.
Si vous vous décidez à vous arrêter à Constantine et de prendre le taxi à partir de cette ville, je vous communiquerai les coordonnées d'un chauffeur de taxi spécialisé dans les allers-retours. Je crois me rappeler que le passage est de 1500 dinars la place, si vous êtes un groupe ça sera 6000 dinars l'aller jusqu'à Tunis centre, 8000 dinars jusqu'à Hammamet. Je vous conseille de prendre le bus jusqu'à Constantine et de continuer par taxi. De toutes les façons, tous les bus pour Annaba passent par Constantine. Prix du billet par bus: 640 dinars, avec tout le confort possible.
J'espère avoir répondu à votre question et bonne route.
Nicha
le temps d'apprendre à vivre, il est déjà trop tard ( Aragon)
si la route jusqu'a annaba vous angoisse, vous pouvez toujours prendre le premier vol air algerie d'alger .
vous arriverez autour de 9h
de la! la navette qui va de l'aeroport a la place d'armes (ou se trouve la gare ferroviaire)
une fois au niveau de la gare vous remarquerez des taxi (de couleur jaune), et meme des voitures normales
les proprietaires font quotidiennement la route entre annaba et et tunis, en clair, il la connaissent tres bien, en plus elle est tres agreable, calculer 6h de route jusqu'a tunis (formalités douanieres incluses)
formalités douanieres: vous aurez a payer un droit de passage qui s'eleve a 500 DA, une taxe qui d'habitude est incluse dans le tarif du billet d'avion (alger-tunis), cette taxe ce paye au niveau de la mairie, etant donné que vous n'etes pas du coin, veuillez en informer votre "chauffeur" qui s'arrangera avec la police des frontieres (il pratique cette route tellement de fois dans la semaine que des liens ce nouent avec les policiers)
de meme, laisser votre chauffeur s'arranger avec les agents du coté tunisien, mais la, ce ne sera pas une taxe legale mais un petit bakchich pour passer plus vite, cette situation est possible quand vous etes dans le 50 eme vehicule dans la queue sous un soleil de plomb et que vous ne desirez pas y passer la journée.
a cette periode de l'année peu d'algeriens vont en tunisie sauf pour le reveillon du nouvel an, vous avez toutes les chances de vous retrouver en tunisie tres vite.
je peux a tout instant vous trouver un taxi ami qui peut vous attendre a l'aeroport et vous conduire a tunis,
le trajet vous coutera 1200 DA (12€) par personne + 500 DA de droit de passage par personne
en general, les conducteurs sont sures et connaissent tres bien la route.
sinon ....tous ce que vous avez lu avant mon message est valable.
n'hesitez pas a me joindre je me ferai un plaisir de vous assister a distance.
la melleur facon pour aller a tunis et de prendre l avion c plus sure, moi je ss algerienne et quand je fais un voyage pareille je prend tjrs l avion, et puis un taxi ca reste un peu*************
si tu connais la personne il faut mieux que tu pays les 4 places de taxi et tu voyageras seule avec le taxieure ....
il faut etre prudente tres meme.et jamais faire confiance
ma soeur et mon beau frère vont souvent à Annaba en taxi à partir de Tunis et n'ont jamais eu de problèmes.
D'autre part, au rythme et au nombre des taxis algériens en stationnement à Bab Bhar, à Tunis, je ne pense pas qu'il y ait du danger à faire la route entre l'Algérie et la Tunisie ! il suffit de voyager de jour et non de nuit
Plusieurs parmi voud ont exprime que la route pendant la nuit serait dangereux. A quel point serait-elle deconseillee? Je veux vraiment eviter la circulation (vu que je voyage pendant la periode des fetes d'hiver), mais je veux voyager en securite aussi.
Bonjour
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Bonjour d'Alger;
j'ai fait cette experience plusieurs fois, mais à la difference que je partais d'Alger vers Annaba par train ( en couchette 1 classe, depart à 20.30 arrivée à Annaba à 7h du matin ), c'est long, mais ce n'est pas fatiguant, car on peut dormir pendant le trajet, arrivé à annaba, je prenais le taxi vers Tunis .
L'ideal est de prendre le bus d'Alger vers Annaba ( environ 800 DA), et continuer par taxi collectif d'Annaba vers Tunis, le prix est de 1200 DA .
les taxis se trouvent à coté de la gare du train.
si besoin de plus d'infos n'hesites pas
Bon voyage .
cher madame
bonjour
j'habite a l'est d'algerie a ain beida wilaya de oum elbouaghi.
soyé sur ya pas de problém dans l'est de l'algerie, mais éviter la nuit.tu peut méme venir a tebessa pour prendre une taxi direct a tunis.
bon journé
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Laurent.
I was wondering if it’s possible to join a group as a solo traveler with local agencies in Djanet for circuits like Tadrart, Essendilene, Sefar, or Tassili?
If you have any agencies to recommend, I’d love to hear about them.
I didn’t find any info on the forum.
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We're planning a 2-week trip in late February/early March for a road trip in the High Atlas with a rental car, and we'd love to avoid booking our accommodations in advance. Is that doable, easily manageable, or risky (are accommodations available, expensive, or not great)? Thanks for your tips!
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Hi,
This autumn, we’re planning to explore the Oriental region and we’re wondering where the best place to land would be. We’ll have three weeks ahead of us and we’ll be renting a car.
Any tips would be much appreciated. Thanks.
Is there an official website or list of certified Egyptologist guides in Egypt? And most importantly, what are the normal prices for a full day or half day? There’s so much scamming and crazy pricing—depending on who you contact, it can range from simple to quadruple!!!!
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Hi everyone,
We're leaving in early October 2026 and planning to travel from the Aït Bougmez Valley ("Happy Valley") to Skoura/Ouarzazate via Demnate and the R307/N23 route.
Has anyone taken this road recently? Is it passable with a regular car (non-4x4), or is a 4x4 absolutely necessary? Are there any ongoing construction projects or degraded sections to be aware of?
Thanks in advance for your feedback!
Hello,
In September, my wife and I, along with another couple, will be traveling to Tunisia and staying at the Sheherasade Hotel near Sousse.
We’d love to hear your recommendations or tips on places to visit, as well as advice on taxis or other transportation options.
Thanks in advance!
This autumn’s trip should be in Morocco—barring any geopolitical issues between now and then.
After many trips to the south of Fès, I’m giving the north a try.
My plan is roughly to do a road trip loop from Rabat back to Rabat, passing through Asilah, Tangier, Tétouan, Chefchaouen, Akchour, Fès, Meknès, and Volubilis.
That’s a lot of cities.
Probably a bit too many for our taste—we usually prefer more isolated spots...
So I’m looking for tips on little backroads, secluded beaches, half-day hikes, and offbeat places.
If you’ve also got recommendations for accommodation... (We’re open to splurging over 100 € if it’s a real favorite.)
Feel free to think outside the box—this is an open-ended plan! !😉
Hello,
I’m looking for testimonials from Pieds-Noirs who have recently returned to Algeria.
There can’t be many left after 65 years of the country’s independence.
I’m planning to go back myself soon to reconnect with my roots... before I pass away...
I’ve started making a few pre-bookings for hotels and apartments to rent in Algiers. At first, I received friendly and welcoming responses. Then, when I mentioned I wanted to stay for two or three weeks—maybe even a month—explaining that my trip wouldn’t be strictly touristy but more of a pilgrimage to the places of my childhood, and that it would likely be a very emotional journey, I expected a positive and warm reaction to my approach. Instead, I suddenly stopped getting replies from the three or four people I’d contacted. So now I’m wondering about the reception former Pieds-Noirs can expect...
Anyone here who can share their experience of returning? I specified “recently” because it seems that right now, diplomatic relations between the two governments are extremely tense, not to say hostile... even if Macron claims otherwise...
Hello,
I’m traveling to Algeria from October 27 to November 16, 2026.
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been through the process about the accommodation attestation required for the visa application:
- Does it need to cover the entire duration of the trip?
- Is this document mandatory for a hotel to rent a room?
- Is it checked during inspections?
- Is a hotel booking (e.g., via Booking.com) sufficient for the visa?
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Thanks for your feedback!
Safe travels to all,
Dom, Dijon, 64 years old
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I’ll be getting around by public transport.
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I’m heading to Morocco in September 2026, and part of my trip takes me through Merzouga. I’m looking for a 4x4 driver-guide to explore the area with my partner and me.
Even though I come to Morocco four times a year, it’s been a long time since I’ve made the trip by car. I need to refresh my knowledge! I’ll be traveling in early October. I have a car that’s about 20 years old. The plan is to cross via Algeciras/Ceuta.
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2) What documents are required for the car?
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Hi there,
I’m looking for some friendly recommendations for places to stay in Marrakech for 3 nights in June 2026.
In the meantime, have a great day, everyone! Thanks so much in advance.
I’m reaching out to gather your thoughts on an itinerary (10 days... or more?) I’d like to do at the beginning of June 🙂.
Just so you know, I’m planning to do this trip solo (25 years old), using only public transport and just a backpack. I’ve already been to Marrakech and climbed Mount Toubkal two years ago...
I’ll be arriving in Tangier.
Day 1-2: Explore the city center, hike around Cap Spartel...
Day 3: Stop in Tetouan
Day 4-5-6: Chefchaouen and a day hike in the Rif Mountains
Day 6-7: Discover the city of Fes (I’ve heard so many great things!!)
Day 8: Stop in Meknes and possibly visit the historic site of Volubilis
Day 9-10: Rabat (I’ve heard mixed things... some good, some bad)
After that, I have the choice of heading back to Tangier for my return flight... or going down to Agadir (also a possible return flight) and extending my trip by 5 days :)
From what I can tell, everything is well connected by bus (CTM) or train (ONCF).
Another question: Is the vibe in Moroccan youth hostels for meeting people the same as what you’d find in Western Europe?
Thanks in advance for your replies and your kindness! 😊
Tickets for entry to Majorelle Garden are only issued online via an official site
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I’m finalizing the loop I’d like to do in May over 13 days, starting and ending in Essaouira.
We’re planning to rent a vehicle and are pretty active—we’re not really into crowds (that’s why I’ve decided to skip Marrakech).
Here’s my proposed itinerary:
Trip Proposal Summary:
From May 13 (morning arrival) to May 26 (morning departure)
Arrival and departure: Essaouira
Day 1 (May 13): Arrival in Essaouira – Settling in / Exploring / Rest
Day 2 (May 14): Essaouira – Water activities
Day 3 (May 15): Essaouira to Tafraoute (~5h30) – route via Agadir – arrival and first exploration; Question: Is a detour to Taroudant worth considering?
Day 4 (May 16): Tafraoute – Hike in the granite rocks – wild bivouac
Day 5 (May 17): Tafraoute – Aït Mansour gorges – oasis – night in a hostel
Day 6 (May 18): Tafraoute → Foum Zguid (~5h) – transition route – simple overnight or bivouac
Day 7 (May 19): Foum Zguid → Zagora (~3h) – Draa Valley – desert prep
Day 8 (May 20): Zagora → M'Hamid El Ghizlane → Erg Chigaga – departure with 4x4 guide – entering the dunes – bivouac
Day 9 (May 21): Erg Chigaga – full desert day – walking, exploring – bivouac
Day 10 (May 22): Desert → Ouarzazate (~5–6h) – leaving the desert – rest
Day 11 (May 23): Aït Benhaddou – early visit – short hike – overnight stay
Day 12 (May 24): Aït Benhaddou → Telouet – route toward the Atlas – start of trek – bivouac
Day 13 (May 25): Atlas → Essaouira (~5–6h) – end of trek – return to Essaouira (overnight)
Day 14 (May 26): Essaouira – free time + return flight
What do you think?
I aimed for an excursion to the Chigaga desert from M’Hamid because it seems less touristy and allows for a more compact loop. Is that a good idea? Is the drive to M’Hamid maybe too tedious?
Open to your great tips if there’s room for optimization!
A lot of people find it important to stick to their budget when traveling—not to skimp, but to visit as many places as possible since traveling is their hobby.
In this post, I want to share some tips for those coming to Morocco who want their trip to be budget-friendly.
1. Prebook everything: hotels or riads, car rentals, or tours. If you book these in advance, it’ll make your life easier. You won’t have to deal with hagglers or people trying to overcharge you for services that are available online for free. Use platforms like Booking, Expedia, carsrental.ma, Airbnb, and other booking services to get this done properly.
2. Exchange your money to Moroccan dirhams as soon as you land. 1 € is always a little over 10 dirhams, but many people get charged as if it were exactly 10 dirhams per euro.
3. When visiting an old site or the old medina, avoid talking to vendors and shop owners—they’re really good at getting your attention and making you overpay for things.
4. Ask your tour guide to buy things for you. Yes, they do get a commission, but you’ll probably pay way more if you buy something yourself that they can get cheaply.
5. Walk everywhere. You don’t need a taxi for every little trip. Pick a good location and walk—most Moroccan cities are safe during normal hours.
6. Buy your food, drinks, etc., from supermarkets at normal prices. They can’t overcharge you since they scan every product.
Hi everyone! 😊
We’re traveling as a family to Marrakech from April 19 to 24, and there’ll be 15 of us (all ages), staying in the Targa neighborhood (El Idrissi Street).
I’d love your advice on a few things! 🙏
🚗 Vehicle rental
We’re thinking of renting 3 cars. We’ve seen really low prices online, but often without insurance.
👉 Do you have any reliable contacts or personal experiences to share?
👉 Would you recommend getting specific “tourist” insurance?
🏛️ Visits – Bahia Palace & Saadian Tombs
We’d like to visit the Bahia Palace and the Saadian Tombs, but:
We can’t find single tickets online
We only see guided tours with fixed times (like 9:30 AM / 4-hour tours)
👉 Do you know if it’s possible to book without a guide?
👉 Or do we have to buy tickets on-site? (We’re a little worried about crowds and lines, especially with older folks in the group.)
🍽️ Restaurants / meals
We’ve spotted the Grand Bazaar Marrakech for a meal.
👉 Any thoughts?
👉 Could you recommend other restaurants in the same budget? (We’re a big group, so it needs to stay reasonable.)
For lunch/snacks, we’ve seen:
Snack Toubkal
Goûter Saveur
👉 If anyone’s been, I’d love your feedback! 😊
🛒 Practical info – Targa neighborhood
We’ll be in Targa (El Idrissi Street).
👉 Are there shops nearby for quick groceries (breakfast, water, etc.)?
If you’ve got any great tips, contacts, or little tricks, I’d love to hear them! 😍
Thanks so much for your help! 💖
We’re heading to Morocco as a family from April 22 to May 8. It’s a bit short to explore such a beautiful and vast country, but school and work commitments, you know how it is...
My partner is a musician and absolutely loves Gnawa music.
Unfortunately, we won’t have time to visit Essaouira, as we’re heading south toward the Valley of the Roses...
Do you know of any places around Marrakech, Ouarzazate, or Kelaat M’Gouna where we might have the chance to meet Gnawa musicians?
We’ll also be staying a few days in Aït Benhaddou and Skoura during our trip toward the Dadès Valley.
If you have any good spots to buy a guembri along the way, I’d love to hear about them too! :)
Mid-May: arriving alone (so, a "petit taxi"?) at Marrakech airport around 4:30 PM,
is it advisable to take a taxi at the airport (cost?) or is it wiser to book one through the hotel before departure (which would cost me 20 €)?
I think I’ve seen lower fares elsewhere (12 €?).
Destination: Riad Sijane near Djemaa El Fna square. Thanks!
