Bilma
Niger · AgadezNE
Commune in Agadez Region, Niger
Bilma is an oasis town and commune in north east Niger with, as of the 2012 census, a total population of 4,016 people.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 4,409
- Coordinates
- 18.685, 12.916
- Timezone
- Africa/Niamey
- Elevation
- 358 m
Overview of Bilma
Bilma is the kind of village you find in Agadez, Niger. It counts about 4,409 residents. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Plan around nature, culture and adventure and you will not run out of ideas. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Bilma
Nature in Bilma
(13)Bilma's nature entries include Caves, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens. All of it is drawn from Bilma's recorded activities. That is 13 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Culture in Bilma
(9)Looking for culture? Bilma has Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Fountains, Historical Sites and Mines. The full list runs to 9 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Bilma.
Adventure in Bilma
(4)Adventure in Bilma covers Boat Rides, Climbing, Off Road Trails and Theme Parks. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Bilma.
Nightlife in Bilma
(4)Our data lists Events, Festival, Music and Nightlife as nightlife options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Bilma.
Sports in Bilma
(4)Bilma records Biking, Running, Skateboard and Slopes under sports. All of it is drawn from Bilma's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Water Sports in Bilma
(4)Under water sports, Bilma is tagged with Diving, Scuba Diving, Surf and Windsurfing. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Bilma.
Shopping in Bilma
(2)Shopping in Bilma covers Food and Shopping. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Bilma.
Family in Bilma
(1)Our data lists Water Parks as family options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Bilma.
Wellness in Bilma
(1)The wellness shortlist for Bilma: Farms. Everything listed here comes from what Bilma is actually tagged with. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
More to do in Bilma
(1)Bilma records Secret under other activities. All of it is drawn from Bilma's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Bilma
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Bilma is small, so plan to arrive via the nearest hub in Agadez and continue by car or bike. Time zone: Africa/Niamey.
Similar destinations
Places near Bilma that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bilma known for?
- Bilma, in Agadez, Niger, is best known for nature, culture and adventure. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 4,409 residents.
- What can you do in Bilma?
- Recorded activities in Bilma include Caves, Countryside, Desert, Forest and Gardens. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Bilma?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Bilma located?
- Bilma is located in Agadez, Niger. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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