Tour guides Algeria

5 ideas for guided tours in Algeria

• Algiers

  

  Algiers, the capital of Algeria, is a city full of charm, infused with the salty air of Mediterranean ports. In the narrow lanes of the Casbah of Algiers, which stretches along the hillside, you’ll be captivated by the beautiful white houses lining its countless alleys—the very essence of the city’s reputation. By the sea, the Place des Martyrs is still framed by old Haussmann-style buildings, where locals stroll and pause at shaded terraces.

  Take time to visit some of its remarkable monuments, such as Notre-Dame d’Afrique, one of the last basilicas on the African continent, the Ketchaoua Mosque, often renovated since its original construction in 1436, or one of its palaces, true gems like the Dar Aziza House or the Palais des Raïs complex, also known as Bastion 23. To enjoy sweeping views of the Bay of Algiers, climb up to the Saint-Raphaël Balcony in El-Biar.

• Kabylia

  

  Kabylia is a region in northern Algeria, nestled at the foot of a mountain range that runs along the sea. Its population is largely composed of the Berber people. It is usually divided into two main areas.

  – The Greater Kabylia: around Tizi Ouzou, you can set out on beautiful hikes leading to the ridges of the Djurdjura, where peaks sometimes rise above 2,000 meters. Along the way, you’ll pass lakes and forests, and discover small villages where traditional crafts are still practiced. A word of caution: make sure to get proper information before exploring this part of Kabylia, or better yet, go with a local guide in Algeria for maximum safety.

  – The Lesser Kabylia: visit the beautiful city of Bejaïa, on the Mediterranean coast. From there, you’ll quickly reach Place du 1er Novembre (formerly Place Geydon), where you can enjoy a view of the waterfront and soak up the lively atmosphere where people gather for a drink.

  From there, continue on to the Fort Moussa, then the Casbah. Hiking opportunities are plentiful from Bejaïa. The Gouraya National Park, with its rich variety of landscapes, attracts over a million visitors every year, offering a chance to recharge in nature amid unmatched biodiversity. Here you may spot macaques, lynxes, and jackals. Less known but equally captivating, the Taza Park also delights visitors with the enchanting beaches of Jijel.

• Tlemcen

  

  The capital of Arab-Andalusian music has, throughout its history, blended a wide range of cultures. Located near the Moroccan border, this pearl of the Maghreb offers countless sites to explore. The citadel of the El Mechouar Palace is especially renowned. Dating back to the 13th century, the building is a jewel of Zianid architecture, a Berber dynasty that ruled the region at the time.

  To take in the full beauty of the city, head to the Lalla Setti plateau overlooking Tlemcen. Perched on an 800-meter-high hill, accessible by cable car or bus, it offers a wonderful recreational space with children’s gardens and a small woodland known as “the little partridge forest.”

  On your way back down, visit the ruins of Mansourah, once a real city built by the Sultan of Fez at the end of the 13th century during his campaign to seize Tlemcen. You can still see its walls and a famous minaret. Just outside the city lies a natural wonder: the El Ourit waterfalls, and right beside them, the Ain Beni Add caves, filled with stalactites and stalagmites that are 65,000 years old.

• Anaba

  

  Annaba, the country’s fourth largest city, was once known as Hippo Regius. Found in the northeast, not far from the Tunisian border, its history stretches far back—some say as early as 1300 BC.

  The city is alive, full of energy. Bustling streets, open plains all around, and long, bright beaches lining the corniche. Sidi Salem, Vedro, Ain Achir… soft sand, clear sea. Locals come here, travelers linger.

  And for those who love to walk, there is Mount Edough. The path climbs upward, and at the top, the view unfolds: the city, the sea, the hills beyond. Before leaving, make a stop at the Basilica of Saint Augustine. Built at the end of the 19th century, it honors Bishop Augustine, who lived here between 396 and 430.

• Tamanrasset

  

  Looking for adventure? Head to Tamanrasset, deep in southern Algeria, nestled in the heart of the Hoggar mountains, at the gateway to the Sahara.

  Here, everything feels larger than life. Endless dunes, wind-sculpted rock formations, sandy and stony tracks where 4x4s carve their way to improbable oases tucked into patches of green. The desert becomes an endless playground for exploration.

  Among the local wonders is the Atakor, the highest volcanic massif in the Hoggar. With its strange peaks and shifting colors, it looks almost unreal. In the surrounding canyons, ancient rock engravings appear, as if left behind to be rediscovered. You walk slowly here, as though wandering through a museum forgotten by time.