Guelta d'Archei
A stunning Saharan oasis in Chad where camels and West African crocodiles share the black, dung-fertilized waters.

๐Ÿ“œ Guelta, or oasis, in the Ennedi Plateau in northeastern Chad.
๐Ÿ” Known for its unique ecosystem with camels and West African crocodiles.

Why Go

๐ŸŒŠ See hundreds of camels watering in the canyon
๐ŸŠ Spot rare West African crocodiles
๐Ÿž๏ธ Experience a surreal landscape and ancient rock paintings
โœจ Visit one of the Saharaโ€™s most ancient oases

Why Avoid

โš ๏ธ Water is blackened by camel excrement, not suitable for swimming
๐Ÿš— Very difficult access, requires a multi-day 4x4 or camel journey
๐Ÿšจ West African crocodiles, though smaller, can still be dangerous

Tips

โœˆ๏ธ Consider flying into Fada (25 miles away) to shorten the desert journey
๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Arrange trips from N'Djamena, the capital
๐Ÿšถ For unrivaled views, follow goat droppings at La Route de Savonnier

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