From Djerba : 2 Days desert tour with a night under a tent

4.9
(55 reviews)
Tunisia

2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

- Visit of 3 types of deserts in just 2 days: "Les Chotts" or the salt lake, "Le Reg" or the stone desert and "L'Erg" or the sand desert and the dunes of the Sahara.
- Visit of two Berber villages famous for the Ksours and the granaries
- Swimming in a hot spring in the middle of the desert
- Possibility of quad or camel ride in the sand dunes which extend as far as the eye can see
- Watch a sunset in the middle of the desert
- Spend a night in a tent in the heart of the Sahara
- Visit a troglodyte dwelling
- Private tour and at your own pace
- Exit off the beaten track and away from the crowds
- Possibility of customizing some stages of the tour
- Accompaniment of a driver and a guide approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office

What's Included

Entrance fees to Sidi Idriss Hotel in Matmata
Services of a travel guide approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office
Lunches of the 1st and 2nd days (excluding drinks)
Breakfast on the 2nd day at the camp (excluding drinks)
Services of a driver approved by the Tunisian Tourist Office
Air-conditioned vehicle
Dinner at the camp (excluding drinks)
Gratuities
optional rides: Quad - Dromedary
Drinks and personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We take care of your pick-up where you were in Djerba or Zarzis. Other departure points may incur additional fees.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
  • 1
    Tataouine

    Stop in Tataouine and free time to stroll through the alleys of the Souk. Do not miss the pastry shop visit to taste the famous "cornes de Gazelle" (local pastry)

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Chenini Berber Village

    Arrived at the Berber village of Chenini you will have an appointment with a stroll in the old village. You will visit with a local guide all the components of the village: mosque, houses dug in the walls of the mountain, attic ... etc.

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Sebkhet el Melah

    Coffee break in Sabkhet El Melah also known as the salt lake of Chahbania. During this stop your guide will give you the detailed tour program, the visits and you will have free time to take some photos

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ksar Ghilane

    On your arrival, you will have free time to enjoy a swim in the natural hot spring (around 25 ° throughout the year

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Ksar Ghilane

    Possibility of camel ride in the dunes of the Sahara (This ride is optional and to be paid onsite)

    50 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Ksar Ghilane

    Possibility of quad bike ride through the great dunes of the Sahara and to visit the famous fort of Tisavar nestled in the heart of the dunes. This walk is optional and optional (to be reserved and paid for on site with local providers)

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Ksar Ghilane

    Watch the sunset over the dunes and admire the reddish colors that cover the horizon. Do not miss this unique moment

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Ksar Ghilane

    Installation in a tent at the camp. Take a shower and get ready for the evening's program and dinner.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Ksar Ghilane

    Witness the preparation of sand bread (bread baked under the sand and the embers) around the campfire

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Ksar Ghilane

    Dinner and overnight at the camp. After dinner, you have free time so if you want to sleep, have a drink or admire the stars

    10 hours Admission ticket free
  • 11
    Ksar Ghilane

    Visit of a second hot water source located about 23 km from the oasis. This source is about 40 °

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 12
    Casas Trogloditas de Matmata

    Visit of the Sidi Idriss hotel in Matmata. It's a troglodyte hotel where a few scenes from Star Wars were filmed (there are still some sets there)

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 13
    Casas Trogloditas de Matmata

    Visit of a Berber family in their troglodyte house. On our arrival we will be greeted with a good tea, served with olive oil, honey and homemade bread (Berber welcome). You will have time to visit the place, take some photos and learn more about the Berbers. At the exit do not hesitate to thank them with a small tip please

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 14
    Tamezret

    On our arrival in Tamazret, there will be a small technical stop in a village café (toilets). This café also offers an excellent Rosemary and almond tea in addition to a unique view of the ancient village. So it will be a coffee break, a photo break and a technical break at the same time

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 15
    Escale de Toujane

    Pause to take a panoramic photo of the beautiful Berber village of Toujane

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 16

    Visit of the Ksar of Metameur: a collective granary which was used to store the harvest, cereals ... etc

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Depart Travel Services

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