Honeymoon Adventure on an Iron Ore Train in Mauritania
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Unusual Journey
Fun train: “It was really not a typical honeymoon, but it was also the trip of our lives!” Kristijan says.
Celebrating Marriage in Style
Wedding train: Croatian newlyweds Kristijan and Andrea Ilicic hopped on a freight train carrying wagons of dirty iron ore across the baking hot deserts of Mauritania in northwest Africa to celebrate their marriage.
Exploration by Train
New horizons: The couple hit upon their unusual post-wedding experience having already visited scores of destinations around the world as travel influencers.
The Long Ride
Long rider: The Mauritian iron ore train can stretch up to about 200 wagons. It traverses a 700-kilometer route across the desert.
A Hidden Gem
Hidden treasure: Kristijan says Mauritania exceeded expectations as a welcoming and “underestimated touristic destination,” despite attracting few tourists.
Challenging Yet Rewarding Ride
Ore point: Riding the rail wagons is free but can be an uncomfortable experience. Desert winds can whip up the loose ore, which coats those who ride with it.
Celebrating Culture
Double happiness: Kristijan says locals in Mauritania threw a second wedding party for the couple.
