Saharan camel trek
Four days of total immersion in the Tunisian Sahara, camel trekking between dunes and Berber bivouacs.
Duration
8 days
Ideal seasons
Jan, Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec
Style
Expeditions
Comfort
rustique
Travelers
Couple, Solo, With friends
The spirit of travel
This program offers a desert experience accessible to all those who love discovering a culture and local traditional environment away from the crowds. Days follow one another, landscapes unfold, each more beautiful than the last, filled with an impressive and unusual vastness that leaves the visitor reflecting on the notion of space and time.
The return to the island of Djerba further accentuates the contrast between the desert landscapes on one side and those of the sea on the other.
This experience allows you to enjoy a journey off the beaten path, at the rhythm of natural landscapes and authentic encounters. Discovering local traditions, ancestral ways of life and vast desert spaces offers a true escape from the everyday. Between the silence of the desert, exceptional light and proximity to the sea, this program reveals a destination rich in emotions and discoveries.
The stages of your journey
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Route to Douz and entry into the desert
Departure from the hotel after breakfast heading to Douz via the ferry.
Arrival in Douz late morning and guided tour of the Sahara Museum, prelude to our upcoming journey.
Douz → Désert
Meeting with the camel herders and their dromedaries, initial contact, training and departure of the caravan.
Lunch, dinner and night in bivouac under Berber tents set up around a palm fire.
Immersed in the desert
To Désert
3 full days of immersion in the desert are on the program.
Breaking camp after a Saharan breakfast and continuing the trek through the desert. Meals are prepared on site. They are hearty and well-balanced : salads at midday and cooked vegetables in the evening accompanied by traditional bread baked in the sand, mechoui, couscous, soup, seasonal fruit, tea, water, always around a palm fire around which improvised evening gatherings are organized by the camel drivers performing their repertoire of traditional songs.
Berber Region of Matmata
Breakfast and departure for the typical artisanal souk of Douz.
Continuation to the Berber region of Matmata, visit and lunch in a troglodyte home.
Price per person
This trip can be tailored to your preferences
This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.
Not included
- International and domestic air travel
- Airport taxes & visas
- Personal expenses
- Drinks except mineral water in the desert
- Tips
- Travel Insurance & Assistance
- Everything that is not indicated in "Inclusions"
Included
- The program as described
- Transportation
- Accommodations
- Beverages (bottled mineral water) in the desert
- All meals
- The organization of the camel trek including 1 dromedary per person + support dromedaries + camel drivers/guides/cooks
- The agency's 24/7 assistance
Practical Information
Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.
The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.
See our specific terms of sale for full details.
In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:
- Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
- Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
- Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total
We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.
The information below concerns travelers who are nationals of the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland and Canada traveling to Tunisia for a tourist stay. As entry requirements may change, we recommend that you verify this information with the official authorities before your departure.
Passport
To enter Tunisia, your passport must be valid for at least six months after the date of entry into the country and must contain at least one blank page for immigration stamps.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn or altered pages).
Nationals of certain EEA countries (including French citizens) may enter Tunisia with a national identity card that is still valid. However, it is recommended to travel with a valid passport.
Tourist stay without visa
Nationals of the European Economic Area, Switzerland and Canada benefit from visa exemption for tourist stays.
This exemption allows a stay of up to 90 days from the date of entry into Tunisian territory.
The authorities may request:
an exit ticket from the territory (return or onward flight),
proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of the stay,
a accommodation reservation for at least the first few days of the stay.
Information form on arrival
Upon arrival in Tunisia, travelers may be asked to fill in an information form for the immigration services, which includes in particular:
passport information
flight details
address of first accommodation in Tunisia
This document is usually provided on board the aircraft or is available at the airport upon arrival.
Currency declaration
The introduction of foreign currency into Tunisia is permitted, but any amount exceeding 10,000 euros or equivalent must be declared to customs on arrival. The local currency, the Tunisian dinar (TND), cannot be imported or exported.
Traveling with children
Minors must hold their own passport (or national identity card according to their nationality) valid for the duration of the stay.
When a minor travels without one of their parents, an authorization to leave the territory may be required according to the regulations of the country of residence, as well as a letter of parental consent at the request of the Tunisian authorities.
Other nationalities
Entry conditions may vary according to nationality. Travelers concerned should inquire with the embassy or consulate of Tunisia in their country of residence.
To take part in our trips, it is strongly recommended that you have evacuation assistance and foreign medical expenses insurance cover.
Your local agency encourages you to review the specific policy developed with our partners CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To purchase insurance, learn about coverage and rates, follow the link below.
Choose the plan that best suits you:
Explorer'Multirisque
Explorer'Annulation
Explorer'Assistance
Explorer' Complémentaire Carte Bancaire
Specific to our trips, we strongly recommend taking out one of these plans.
If you choose to purchase one of these plans, the full policy details outlining all coverage and claims procedures are available on the insurer's website.
Your local agency will have this information, but only the participant is responsible for complying with the claims declaration procedures. Participants must therefore keep this policy with them throughout their trip.
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Travel with peace of mind — I'll handle the insuranceFrequently asked questions
No, French nationals can stay up to 90 days in Tunisia without a visa. Valid passport for the duration of the stay required (ID card is accepted for organized stays booked through an agency). Confirm conditions with the consulate before departure.
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You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.
For a tailor-made quality trip, expect between €120 and €210 per day per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transportation and activities. International flights (€150-350 return) are additional. Tunisia offers excellent value for money, from the Medina of Tunis to the Sahara.
Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.
Absolutely. We adapt each itinerary to traveler profiles. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, fun and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our English-speaking local guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate anecdotes.
It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, your budget and your dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until you reach the perfect version. You confirm and set off with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.
In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.
Payment is generally made in two installments.
Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) guarantee which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on site throughout your stay.
Let's talk about your adventure — Southeast Djerba
Conseiller, based in Djerba
Dès que l'on s'éloigne des côtes, la Tunisie révèle une abondance de témoins de son histoire. C'est cette Tunisie-là que nous aimons faire découvrir, à votre rythme.
— Monique
