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The white Mediterranean city between desert and casbah
Algeria is Africa's largest country, a giant marrying the Mediterranean in the north and the immensity of the Sahara in the south. Algiers "the White", with its UNESCO-listed casbah tumbling toward the bay, its colonial buildings and bustling markets, offers a total change of scene while staying in Africa. For a Cameroonian traveller, it's a chance to discover another side of the continent: Berber, Arab and French heritage, refined cuisine and legendary hospitality. A few days are enough to taste Algiers and, for the more adventurous, venture toward the golden dunes of the Deep South.
In pictures
The visa, step by step
How to apply
Visa required, to be obtained BEFORE departure from an Algerian embassy or consulate (no e-visa for Cameroonians). Bring a passport valid for at least 6 months, the completed application form, ID photos, a round-trip ticket, proof of accommodation, proof of sufficient funds, travel insurance, and proof of employment or enrollment. Applications are by appointment and processing can take several weeks.
Required documents
- Passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages
- Completed visa application form
- Recent passport photos
- Hotel reservation or invitation, and round-trip ticket
- Proof of funds (bank statement)
Good to know
- •Requirements and fees vary by consulate; check the official source before applying.
A one-week budget
Round-trip flight from Douala / Yaoundé
372 000 FCFA–630 000 FCFANo direct flight; expect one stop (often via the Maghreb, Istanbul or Paris) to Algiers (ALG).
Indicative round-trip price: it varies widely by season, layover and how early you book.
Where the money goes (backpacker estimate)
Budget simulator
What to do there
Casbah of Algiers
The UNESCO-listed fortified old town, a maze of alleys, mosques and Ottoman houses overlooking the bay.
Notre-Dame d'Afrique Basilica
Hilltop church offering a spectacular view over the Mediterranean and the white city.
Jardin d'Essai du Hamma
Magnificent colonial botanical garden with palm avenues and tropical species.
Tipaza
Seaside Roman ruins, UNESCO-listed, an hour from Algiers.
Martyrs' Memorial (Maqam Echahid)
Iconic monument to independence with a stunning panorama over Algiers.
Sahara excursion (Tamanrasset / Djanet)
For adventurers: golden dunes, Tassili rock art and starry nights of the Deep South.
One week, day by day
- D1
Day 1: Arrive in Algiers, settle in and stroll the seafront.
- D2
Day 2: Explore the Casbah and the historic centre.
- D3
Day 3: Notre-Dame d'Afrique, Martyrs' Memorial and Jardin d'Essai.
- D4
Day 4: Day trip to the Roman ruins of Tipaza.
- D5
Day 5: Museums, markets and Algiers cuisine.
- D6
Day 6: Relax on the coast or a craft-shopping day.
- D7
Day 7: Last shopping and departure (or extension to the Sahara).
Travel checklist
A printable list (or save as PDF) so you forget nothing.
Travel checklist — Algérie
Before you leave
What to pack
Indicative data (June 2026), reliability moyenne. Visa rules, prices and timelines change: always confirm with official sources before booking.
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