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Though generally as warm all year round as one would expect from a West African capital, the months of December to March are among the more reasonably varied, with highs in the lower 30˚Cs and lows in the lower teens. This, combined with the lack of rainfall, makes this the most popular season among tourists, and the best one to come should you be planning an outdoorsy experience. By contrast, the months of July to September are marked as the least popular, boasting both consistently high temperatures and high levels of rainfall, are the least popular among visitors. This is the best time to come should you wish to avoid the crowds and get the best accommodation deals, but you’d best have your raincoat with you.

South Africans can be issued a visa upon their arrival in Mauritania. They should ensure that they have a valid South African passport prior to arrival. Should they wish to avoid the delay upon arrival, however, they can also apply for a visa prior to departure. Inquiries can be made at the Mauritanian Embassy, located at 146 Anderson Street in Pretoria.

The South African embassy in Mauritania is located at the following address:

LOT 135/137 Tevragh Zeina Nouakchott

Tel: 222 4 524 5590

A number of mosquito-borne diseases pose a threat in Mauritania, and in addition to ensuring that you’re up-to-date on all routine vaccinations, it is recommended that visitors receive immunisations against malaria and yellow fever. Be sure to consult a health professional on the matter before departing.

Despite some past political tensions, Mauritania is generally acknowledged as one of Africa’s safer nations, and violent crime is scarce in Nouakchott. Petty crime, however, is as much of an issue as anywhere, and visitors are advised to practice common caution, never leaving their valuables unattended or wandering the streets at late hours.

Nouakchott boasts a number of highly affordable accommodation establishments, with prices ranging from around under 13761 MRO to over 49540 MRO.

For those who prefer the sleeping-under-the-stars sort of lifestyle, a number of camping sites are also available in the general region.

Taxis are the primary mode of transportation in Nouakchott, though as is often the case in countries without strictly enforced fare rates, negotiating the fare is frequently necessary. In favourable weather, walking is also a pleasant way to take in the local experience.