Route description:
There are several options in order to reach the final south ridge of Tahat. The traditional route starts
out heading for a very distinct square rock visible at the horizon, quite a lot left of the peak whan viewed
from base camp. However, at least two other routes going more directly towards the base of the final
ridge, are possible. One may stay below, or climb above a pretty distinct cliff band.
The final ridge is quite easy and one may easily follow various climbers trails. The final
stretch has some good sized boulders to navigate between and across.
Comments: Approach:
Our flight to Tamanraset was supposed to leave at 2300. It was severely delayed,
absolutely no information. We finally departed around 0030. Arriving shortly before
0300, Per and I looked forward to a quick 10 minute transfer to our hotel for much
needed sleep. This was not to be. In the airport, the local police insists on organizing
a police escort again do these 10 kilometer. However, they need to organize this and they do
nothing before we arrive. So at 0340 we are still waiting for an absolutely stupid
police car to show up.
We were met by Salah from Mouflone Tourisme, but obviously this did not help
with respect to a timely transfer to our hotel for much needed sleep.
The next day was planned as a sightseeing day. Tamanrasset is sort of an exotic place worth
seeing. Tne fact that much more (than planned) of the night had been spent travelling
made this even more important.
We stayed in XX hotel, an iteresting place with good WIFI. After a lazy morning, we visited the
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Climb:
I climbed this mountain solo (no guide!), as my friend Per needed a rest day and
the route has no trail, good balance across and between many rocks of various sizes
are required.
