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Sabria Faouar Douz
Tunisia: a 2-day tour of the Sahara, including an overnight stay in a camp and visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites
Discover the real Tunisia. Spend two days visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites and a night under the stars in the Sahara at our private camp Dunes Insolites in Sabria, departing from Tunis, Sousse, Hammamet or Nabeul.
See moreDuration2 days (48 h)
Group sizeAny group size
GuideTour guide
LanguagesGerman · English · Arabic · French
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Highlights
- Immerse yourself in Tunisia’s rich history on a two-day tour.
- Explore the Roman amphitheatre at El Jem, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Discover the traditional cave dwellings of Matmata.
- Enjoy lunch with a Berber family and discover traditional flavours.
The trip
Leave the coast behind and discover the landscapes, history and traditions of southern Tunisia on an unforgettable two-day tour of the Sahara, departing from Tunis or Sousse, with an overnight stay in an authentic camp in the heart of the desert. Your journey south begins in El Jem, home to one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the ancient arena, explore its underground passages and imagine the gladiatorial spectacles that once brought this exceptional monument to life. Continue on to Matmata, famous for its Berber underground dwellings and unique lunar landscapes. Visit a troglodyte house, discover the local Berber way of life and enjoy a traditional lunch before continuing your journey into southern Tunisia. In the afternoon, head to the Dunes Insolites camp in Sabria, on the edge of the Sahara. Settle into your tent and admire the colours of the desert as they change with the sunset over the dunes. To enhance your adventure, optional activities are available at an additional cost: camel rides, quad bike trips, 4×4 desert excursions and sandboarding. As night falls, enjoy a traditional dinner at the camp, then spend a peaceful evening around the campfire under the starry sky of the Sahara. Spend the night in the tranquillity and unique atmosphere of the Tunisian desert. After breakfast on the second day, leave the camp and cross the spectacular Chott el-Jérid, a vast Tunisian salt lake renowned for its white expanses stretching as far as the eye can see and its fascinating mirages. Continue on to Chebika, a magnificent mountain oasis surrounded by impressive rocky landscapes. Stroll through the ancient Berber village and discover its natural spring, palm trees, canyon and waterfall. On the way back north, stop off at Kairouan, one of Tunisia’s most important historical and spiritual cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, before returning to Tunis or Sousse in the evening. In just two days, discover some of Tunisia’s most beautiful attractions: Roman heritage, Berber culture, the Sahara Desert, a night in a camp, salt lake landscapes and a spectacular mountain oasis.
What's included
- Guide: Tour guide
- Breakfast (set menu)
- Lunch (set menu)
- Dinner (set menu)
- Transport
- Tent accommodation
- All meals
Not included
- Personal expenditure
- Tips
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable clothes
- Camera
- Sun cream
Good to know
Optional activities: camel rides, 4×4 excursions, quad bike rides and sandboarding. If you would like to take part in any of these activities, please let your guide know in advance. Dinner under the stars and an overnight stay in a tent in the desert.
- Languages spoken: German, English, Arabic, French
- Pets not allowed
- Emergency number: +21627391501
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The itinerary
El Jem – Matmata – A night in the Sahara
Pickup pointTunis, Sousse, Hammamet or Nabeul
Depart from Tunis, Sousse, Hammamet or Nabeul, heading towards southern Tunisia. First stop: El Jem, to visit its Roman amphitheatre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the arena and its underground passages, which bear witness to the gladiatorial spectacles of antiquity. Continue on to Matmata, famous for its lunar landscapes and Berber dwellings carved into the earth. Visit a troglodyte house, discover the local way of life and enjoy a traditional lunch. In the afternoon, arrive at the Dunes Insolites camp in Sabria, on the edge of the Sahara. Settle into your tent, then admire the sunset over the dunes. Optional activities are available at an extra cost: camel rides, quad biking, 4×4 excursions and sandboarding. In the evening, enjoy a traditional dinner and spend some time around the campfire under the starry sky. Spend the night in your tent, in the tranquillity of the desert.
Optional · extra cost possible
Chott el-Jérid – Chebika Oasis – Kairouan – Return
Drop-off pointTunis, Sousse, Hammamet or Nabeul
After breakfast at the camp, set off for Chott el-Jérid, a vast salt lake with white expanses stretching as far as the eye can see. Enjoy a photo stop to admire the landscape and, weather permitting, the mirages. Continue on to Chebika, a mountain oasis nestled amongst rocky hills. Take a stroll through the ancient Berber village and discover its natural spring, palm trees, canyon and waterfall. On the way back, stop off at Kairouan, a historic and spiritual city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to your departure point in the evening.
Optional · extra cost possible
Information is indicative. Itineraries may change.
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Why people love us.
★★★★★
Siamo stati al camping dunes insolites una notte tramite un tour organizzato. L'esperienza al campo nel deserto è ricchissima di attività e momenti spettacolari. Un plauso va allo staff del campus gentilissimo e ben organizzato. Consigliatissimo!
Mattia Corti · ItalieGoogle
★★★★★
2-Day Sahara Tour
Hallo zusammen, ich möchte mich zunächst bedanken für diese wundervollen zwei Tage. Wir wurden ganz typisch nach tunesischer Art fast pünktlich abgeholt und wurden ganz herzlich empfangen, bevor es losging. Auf dem Weg wurden wir mit ausreichend Pausen an Sehenswürdigkeiten vorbeigefahren und haben durch den Guide viel über Tunesien im ganzen erfahren. Beim Highlight, der Sahara hatten wir wirklich luxuriöse Zelte mit Klimaanlage und Bad, wobei da nur kaltes Wasser verfügbar war. AdOns wie die Quadtour und das Kamelreiten waren super, das Snowboardfahren war recht amüsant. Vor Ort gab es dann ein großes Dinner mit verschiedenen Shows. Nach dem Sonnenaufgang am nächsten Tag ging es dann weiter über die Salzseen, die große Moschee und auch hier gab es wieder ein Lunch(was leider etwas billig war und nicht dem Standart der restlichen Reise entsprach) bis wir dann abends wieder nach Hause gebracht wurden. Vielen Dank für die zwei Tage, würden wir im Nachhinein wieder so buchen. Daaaanke!
Benjamin · AllemagneGetYourGuide
★★★★★
L'endroit est en plein désert ; il suffit de sortir de la tente pour se retrouver au milieu des dunes du Sahara. Nous sommes arrivés sans problème avec notre voiture de location, une petite voiture. Le personnel est très attentionné et serviable. Le prix comprend non seulement les repas et l'hébergement, mais aussi de petites expériences comme un spectacle musical avec de la musique en direct autour du feu, un thé sur les dunes pour admirer le coucher du soleil et une démonstration de préparation de pain berbère traditionnel. Il est également possible de réserver, moyennant un supplément, d'autres activités, comme des promenades en quad ou à dos de dromadaire dans le désert.
gian marco · ItalieBooking.com
★★★★★
Endroit magique mais surtout un service impeccable, des gens de cœur, vraiment très soucieux que nous vivions une expérience parfaite et que tout nos besoins soient répondus! Un immense merci à Sami et à Lassad, ainsi qu’à tout le personnel accueillant et très chaleureux! Ils ont vraiment été aux petits soins avec moi et se sont assurés que mon séjour soit parfait! Je recommande fortement cet endroit et cette expérience inoubliable dans le désert de Sabria! Merci! Claudia (du Canada)
Back Packer · CanadaTripAdvisor
★★★★★
Magnifique séjour au milieu du désert. Le logement était magnifique, propre avec les essentiels. L’équipe est très proactive et fait preuve d’une grande gentillesse. La nourriture est excellente, et les animations proposées permettent une découverte des traditions (musique, spectacle et nourriture). Je recommande sans hésitation.
Matthieu Roussel · TunisieAirbnb
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