Niger

Welcome to Niger

Capital of Niger: Niamey
Population of Niger: 17.1 million - 20th in Africa
Size of Niger: 1,267,000 km2 - 6th in Africa
Languages in Niger: French, Huasa, Djerma

Much of Niger consists of untouched landscapes, dotted here and there with old caravan towns and abandoned medieval settlements. The mountains of the north and the dunes of the center and south hold a captivating, enigmatic atmosphere, made even more memorable by the mud-brick architecture of the market towns developed over the centuries. Most visitors on vacation in Niger head to the southwest, where an abundance of protected areas rich in wildlife, some of the most scenic views of the Niger River, and the country's capital just beg to be explored.

Highlights

Ride a camel in the Sahara Desert, and appreciate why they are fondly known as the “ships of the desert”
Visit the ancient trading hub of Agadez, and discover more about the important history of the Sahel region
Watch hippos splashing around in their natural habitat of the Niger River
Observe the last herd of giraffes in West Africa
Go on a safari tour in the W National Park and spot big cats like cheetahs, leopards and lions
Clamber up the craggy mountains of the interior by rock climbing to marvel at the magnificent views over the sandy desert