BudgetHow to ride the Iron Ore Train in Mauritania - Against the Compass
My experience crossing the Mauritanian Sahara on top of the Iron Ore Train, with all the practical information and personal tips and advice
Tip: Bring a sleeping bag, plenty of water, goggles and a scarf to protect against the iron ore dust, and expect delays — the train runs on mining schedule, not passenger timetables.
Best time: Cooler months (November-February)
نواذيبو, Dakhlet Nouadhibou, Mauritania
