north Africa
North Africa is a place for journeys that unfold slowly, where days are shaped by distance covered, heat managed and movement along long established desert routes and settlements.
Our expeditions here are designed for those who want to experience desert landscapes properly, travelling deep into wide country where culture, history and logistics are inseparable, with the confidence that everything has been planned, handled and supported to an exceptional standard.
Desert expeditions in North africa
North Africa offers some of the most compelling desert landscapes for expedition travel. Wide horizons, sparse terrain and long distances between settlements and oases create the conditions for journeys that feel focused, purposeful and grounded in movement through lived desert routes.
This is not about ticking off highlights. Expeditions here are defined by distance travelled, daily decisions around heat and access, and settling into rhythms shaped by both landscape and long established human presence. The region’s strength lies in the freedom it gives us to design ambitious journeys that are absorbing and considered, while still being planned and supported with great care.
EXPEDITION CONCEPTS IN Southern africa
DESERT CROSSING EXPEDITION – SOUTHERN TUNISIA
A point to point desert journey across dunes and gravel plains in southern Tunisia, linking oases and long established desert routes. Travel is steady and deliberate, shaped by heat, navigation and distance covered on foot and by vehicle through sparsely inhabited terrain.
REMOTE DESERT COAST EXPEDITION – ATLANTIC SAHARA, MOROCCO
A remote expedition following sections of the Atlantic facing Sahara, combining coastal travel with inland desert stages across exposed plains and dune systems. The route links isolated settlements, desert headlands and access points, shaped by weather, ocean conditions and long distances between support.
MOUNTAIN TO DESERT CROSSING – ATLAS TO SAHARA, ALGERIA
A crossing expedition moving from the Atlas Mountains into Saharan desert regions, linking upland settlements, dry valleys and open desert terrain. Travel combines sustained time on foot with vehicle supported stages, creating a continuous sense of progression shaped by terrain, access and careful pacing.
what expeditions here tend to feel like
Although every expedition is bespoke, journeys in North Africa often share a clear, deliberate rhythm shaped by distance, heat and long established routes between people and places.
Days are spent moving steadily through desert, plateau and mountain landscapes, with progress shaped by terrain, temperature and decisions made along the way. Evenings are quieter and practical, defined by camp routines, time with local hosts or settlements, and preparing carefully for the following day’s travel.
Depending on how an expedition is designed, this may include:
• Sustained point to point travel across wide, arid regions
• Long periods away from towns or modern facilities
• A considered mix of travel methods shaped by terrain and conditions
• Mobile camps or simple fixed bases near established routes
• Small teams travelling together for extended periods of time
Some expeditions are intentionally raw and physically demanding. Others use logistics, access and shelter to allow greater distance, broader routes or a higher level of comfort. In every case, the journey itself remains the focus.
What's always Included
Dedicated UK Based Crux Expeditions Leader
An experienced Crux Expeditions leader is involved from the very first conversation and remains responsible for delivery on the ground. Leadership is continuous and accountable throughout.
End-to-end expedition planning and logistics
Routes, access, permits, accommodation, transport and local support are planned and coordinated in advance, with contingencies built in. Nothing is left to chance or last-minute handover.
Trusted local teams and partners
We work with experienced, fully licensed local guides and operators who we know and trust. They are treated as professional partners and integrated into the expedition team.
Preparation, systems and decision-making frameworks
Expeditions are supported by structured preparation, clear systems and robust decision-making processes designed for remote environments.
UK-based operational oversight
While expeditions are running, our UK operations team provides continuous support, oversight and backup, ensuring leaders are never operating in isolation.
THE WAY WE WORK
We take on a small number of expeditions each year and focus on delivering each one exceptionally well.
Our role is to remove uncertainty from complex journeys. That means taking responsibility early, planning carefully, and making sound decisions as conditions and circumstances evolve. We work calmly and deliberately, allowing expeditions to unfold with purpose rather than urgency.
We are selective about the environments we operate in, the partners we work with and the projects we take on. Expeditions are designed with care, led with confidence and supported quietly in the background so that the experience itself remains the focus.
This approach suits people who value judgement, preparation and discretion, and who want to feel they are in very capable hands.
Who this region suits
North Africa suits people drawn to wide horizons, clarity of movement and journeys shaped by space rather than density. It appeals to those who value time outdoors in open landscapes, alongside the reassurance of well organised travel, sound judgement and calm daily structure grounded in local context.
It is particularly well suited to:
• Private groups seeking a shared experience shaped by landscape, movement and long established cultural routes
• Individuals commissioning a journey that balances physical engagement with time to observe, listen and reflect
• Those who appreciate order, reliable logistics and thoughtful pacing across inhabited and remote environments
• Teams who value clear leadership, preparation and deliberate decision making informed by local knowledge
It works equally well for expeditions that prioritise endurance and sustained travel, and for journeys that use comfort, access and careful support to make long days manageable and rewarding without rushing the experience.
begin the conversation
Start designing your north Africa expedition
Planning a serious expedition starts with a proper conversation.
If you are considering an expedition in this region, we invite you to get in touch and share a little about what you have in mind. This does not need to be fully formed. Many expeditions begin with nothing more than a rough idea or a sense of what you want to experience.
We will take the time to understand your objectives, how you want to travel, and the balance of challenge and support that feels right, before shaping an expedition designed specifically around you.
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If you would rather start the conversation by email, you’re very welcome to contact us at:
If a call would be helpful, we’re happy to arrange one once we understand a little more about what you’re looking for.
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