Departure from Tunis: Sahara Safari between Mystic Oases and Desert Adventure
ID: GYG840827-1330971
Category:
Country: Tunisia
Duration:
3 days
Description
Set off from Tunis for a Sahara Safari! Explore hidden oases, dunes, troglodyte villages and legendary Star Wars settings as you experience the ultimate Saharan adventure.
Day 1: From Roman history to the Tozeur Oasis
Your journey begins with a pick-up in Tunis, Hammamet or Sousse for a fascinating first stop at El Jem. You'll visit the Roman amphitheatre, one of the best preserved in the world and the third largest in the Roman Empire.
After this immersion in history, it's on to Tozeur, an oasis of enchanting charm. You'll be welcomed into a 4-star hotel for a night of relaxation. Dinner will be served at the hotel, where you can recharge your batteries before the next day's adventure.
Day 2: Hidden Oases, Deserts and Movie Stars
After a delicious breakfast, head for the region's natural wonders: the waterfalls of Chebika and Tamerza, then the impressive canyons of Mides. Your journey will then take you to the emblematic site of Ong Jemel, the setting for the film "Star Wars", in the middle of the desert.
Return to Tozeur for a typical lunch before setting off in a private 4x4 to Douz, the gateway to the desert. On the way, you'll cross the mysterious salt lake of Chott el Djerid and admire the striking contrast between green oases and the golden dunes of the Sahara.
You'll spend a magical evening under the stars at the Douz desert camp, where an authentic dinner awaits you, followed by an evening around the campfire with traditional drumming.
Day 3: Douz, Matmata and Return
After breakfast at camp, departure for Matmata, famous for its troglodyte dwellings. You'll visit these unique underground dwellings before enjoying a local lunch.
Return to Tunis, Hammamet or Sousse, where you'll be dropped off at your chosen hotel or accommodation, with unforgettable memories of this Saharan adventure.
Highlights
- Visit the Roman amphitheatre at El Jem, the third largest in the world.
- Explore the hidden oases of Chebika, Tamerza and the Mides canyons.
- Cross the Chott el Djerid salt lake and discover the golden dunes of the Sahara.
- Evening under the stars in Douz with dinner in the camp and fireside ambience.
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When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.