Chad Tours

Travel To Chad

The Great Oasis of the Sahel

Our Chad tours are ideal for those seeking adventure, cultural immersion, and a chance to see some of Africa’s most remote and beautiful landscapes. While it requires careful preparation, the experience can be incredibly rewarding for those willing to venture into this lesser-known part of the continent.

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Exploring Chad through our tours provides a distinctive experience in one of Africa’s most secluded regions, highlighted by the Sahara Desert and wildlife-rich Zakouma National Park.

Known as “The Great Oasis of the Sahel,” Chad is also home to the vibrant Gerewol Festival, where the Wodaabe people celebrate with music, dance, and traditional rituals.

With over 200 ethnic groups, Chad’s cultural diversity is as captivating as its natural beauty. Though travel here requires careful planning, those who visit will find an authentic and unforgettable experience.

Where?

N’Djamena – Dourbali – Gerewol – N’Djamena. 

When?

Every September

Visa?

We will apply for your Chad invitation letter which allows you to apply for the visa at an embassy or online through the new e-visa system.

Group Chad Tours 2026

chad Tour

Itinerary September 2026

Spend 3 days during the Gerewol festival with the Wodaabe nomadic tribe of Chad!

Chad Tours - FAQs

Most frequent questions and answers for our tours to Chad.

Travel in Chad requires caution, but the areas included in our tours are considered safe for visitors when visited with an experienced tour operator. We stay up-to-date with the situation on the ground and adjust routes as needed. Our groups travel with professional guides and trusted drivers, avoid border red-zone regions and other restricted areas, and follow strict safety protocols.

The best time to visit is during the Gerewol festival after the rainy season in September/October.

There are flights from Paris, Istanbul and Addis Ababa. 

EUR & USD cash are both widely accepted.

There are some ATMS and cards are accepted in hotels.

The group size is no more than 12 travellers.

A standard hotel twin share room is included. You can upgrade to a single room if you wish.

Everyone gets their own tent while camping.

Not at all! We can cater to all diets.

Travel insurance is a must. We have teamed up with IATI Travel Insurance because they provide cover for all our destinations. You’ll also automatically receive a 5% discount with them as a Rocky Road Travel customer.

A yellow-fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. We also recommend consulting your healthcare provider about malaria prophylaxis and other routine travel vaccines.

Coverage is limited outside major towns. Expect to be offline in remote areas while camping—part of the adventure!

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