Join Nair Abakar, Chad’s Ambassador-at-Large and Vice President of the Chadian Football Federation, on an immersive journey through one of Africa’s most underrated destinations. From the vibrant streets of N’Djamena to the breathtaking expanse of the Sahara, follow in Nair’s footsteps as he shares the the rich culture, stunning landscapes, and hidden gems in a country he is proud to call home.
Untouched nature. Unchartered territory.
Water Reservoir in Chad
“This place is amazing, and it's in the middle of the desert. The entire place feels very authentic, it not commercialize yet, so it feels very local ad Chadian.”
Town in Chad
“Kebir in Chadian Arabic means great, so this is the place to be! It's a town with a series of lakes right in the middle of the Sahara desert, I recommend you to visit it.”
National Park in Chad
“It's the National park of Chad, where you can find a lot of animals such as elephants, giraffes, zebras. It's the best place to have do a safari tour.”
Water Reservoir in Chad
“It's very beautiful, you have to see it for yourself. Another place in the middle of the desert that I highly recommend. You ca see palm trees, rivers, and camels.”
Stay in the heart of Chad’s wilderness at Warda Camp and Tinga Camp, where comfort meets adventure. Warda Camp, set beneath sandstone cliffs, offers cozy white tents, hot showers, and fireside dining under starlit skies. Tinga Camp, along the Tinga River, features relaxed chalets with ensuite facilities and a mix of Western and Chadian cuisine. Both camps provide a perfect blend of luxury and nature for an unforgettable safari experience. Plan your next Chad adventure with Hyperlocal.
The charming hometown of our tastemaker, Nair Abakar, N’Djamena is a lively mix of Saharan traditions and modern energy. Set along the Chari River, the city offers bustling markets, rich cuisine, and a vibrant cultural scene.a
Radisson Blu Hotel N'Djamena
“Radisson Blu is a five star hotel, and definitely the best hotel in the Chad.” The location is ideally close to the city center, with maximum security being close to the German consulate the US Embasy.
National Museum of Chad
“Here is a the best place to get cultural in Chad.” - also a home to some of the world’s oldest Sahelian dinosaur fossils.
Layalina
“It's one of the most popular restaurants in the city serving Lebanese cuisine, and they serve great food. It's close to the La Residence Hotel.”
La Résidence Hotel N'Djamena
“This is a great hotel that I highly recommend, it's a French hotel. It's located downtown and only 5 minutes from the airport.”
Place de la Nation
“This plaza is one of the biggest place in Africa, and definitely the biggest one in Chad. This place is also the independence statue, where you can take a lot a great photo with the flag. It's like the Eiffel Tower for us.”
Hotel Golf Club de Mara
“It's located right in front of the Chari river which borders Cameroon. It's a great hotel where you can have lots of fun- there is golf and you can also do jetski on the river."
N'Djamena Grand Mosque
“It's great mosque of Chad, although it's not a touristic place, but for muslims this is a very historical mosque- and the biggest one in the country.”
Grand Marché Central
“It's our pride, it's our market. It's the big souq of Chad where you can find everything- from vibrant textiles to handmade crafts.”
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