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The Tunisian Sahara Desert - Tunisia

FROM ZARZIS OFF ROAD TRIP 3 DAYS IN THE DESERT

OFF ROAD TRIP FROM ZARZIS, THREE DAYS IN THE TUNISIAN DESERT

This three-day tour takes you to the heart of the Tunisian desert, for a unique 4x4 experience through breathtaking landscapes.

From your arrival in Douz to the exploration of the dunes and the Tembaine Plateau, each day is an adventure that combines the beauty of the desert with the comfort of a Saharan camp.

With nights under the stars, campfire vigils and outdoor meals, this trip promises not only an escape from everyday life but also a deep immersion in the splendor of the Sahara.

Available from October to April, this tour is an invitation to discover the natural wonders and tranquility of the desert.

The best time to visit the desert is from October to April, the rest of the year it is really hot and the slopes are closed.

Information:

The trip is done in a private 4X4.

Our vehicles can be equipped with baby seats on request.

No telephone network during your immersion in the desert.

This trip is not open to people with reduced mobility.

OFF ROAD TOUR PROGRAM 3 DAYS IN THE TUNISIAN DESERT

Day 1

Pickup at 6:30 AM from your accommodation at Zarzis or at the airport.

Transfer by 4x4 to Douz.

Lunch at a restaurant in Douz.

Departure in a 4x4, taking the track around Jbil National Park towards the Tembaine mountain plateau (95 km).

Arrival at the Saharan camp in the Grand Erg Oriental in the late afternoon.

Setup, free time, dinner, evening gathering around the fire, and overnight stay in a comfortable private tent.

Day 2

Breakfast, free time in the desert.

Departure by 4x4 to explore the surroundings and cross the immense sand dunes.

Lunch in the form of a picnic in the desert.

Return to the camp, free time.

Dinner, evening gathering around the fire, and overnight stay in a comfortable private tent.

Day 3

Quiet breakfast in the desert.

Departure by 4x4 back to Douz (95 km).

Lunch on the way in the form of a picnic.

Transfer to Zarzis and drop-off at your accommodation or the airport in the late afternoon.

PRICES FOR THE OFF ROAD TRIP 3 DAYS IN THE TUNISIAN DESERT FROM ZARZIS

Our prices are incl. VAT and in €, they decrease depending on the number of participants:

For more than 4 people and a single person, contact us!

CONSULT US

The price includes:

Pick-up in front of your place of stay in Zarzis or at Djerba airport.
Authorizations for the desert.
Transport by private 4x4, with Saharan driver.
The services of a guide approved by the ONTT*, speaking French, English, German or Italian.
Lunch at restaurants and in the form of a picnic.
Two nights half-board in a Saharan camp.

Excluded from the price:

National or international flights.
Drinks other than water.
Optional extra activities.
Tips and personal purchases.

*Tunisian National Tourism Office

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE 3-DAY OFF ROAD TRIP IN THE TUNISIAN DESERT FROM ZARZIS

The adventure begins as soon as the wheels of your 4X4 hit the fine sand of the Tunisian desert.
A three-day trip, a journey through the vast expanses of dunes which seem to extend to infinity under an azure sky.

This journey is not just a simple crossing, it is a total immersion in a world where nature reigns supreme.
Initially, the horizon merges with the golden lines of the dunes, inviting travelers to discover this landscape that is both arid and majestic.

The 4X4 engine purrs, accompanying your progress towards the Tembaine mountain, a jewel located in the heart of the sandy immensity.
This trip is not just a trip, it is a real exploration where each dune crossed reveals a new panorama, where the wind constantly shapes new natural sculptures.

In the evening, the Saharan camp welcomes you for two nights under the stars. There, far from the hustle and bustle of the world, time seems suspended.

You will fall asleep under a starry sky, lulled by the tales and legends of local guides, witnesses to the mysteries of the desert. These moments of sharing enrich the experience, connecting you to the history and traditions of these ancestral lands.

This trip, accessible from October to April, offers ideal conditions for a desert adventure. The days, bathed in sunshine, allow you to fully enjoy the landscapes, while the cooler nights are conducive to rest and contemplation.

Every day in the desert is a lesson in humility and wonder, a reminder of the grandeur of nature and our place in this vast universe.

In short, this 4X4 off raod trip in the Tunisian desert is not just a trip, it is a transformative experience, an invitation to reconnect with nature and with yourself.

So, let yourself be tempted by this Tunisian odyssey, an adventure that will stay with you long after your return to civilization.

Do not forget:

A complete change.
Toiletries and towels.
A flashlight or headlamp.
Solar cream.
Hat or cap.
Hiking boots.
Pair of sunglasses.
Camera.
Some cash for your personal expenses.

Take away:

Concerning the equipment, you must bring a bag (it is better for the sand).

Your change for the duration of the circuit, a flashlight or headlamp, as well as towels (not provided at the Saharan camp).

For the evening, bring warm clothes as it can be very cold in winter.

If you are cold, for camping and bivouac we recommend sports tracksuits for sleeping and if you need to go out at night.

Blankets, pillows and sheets are provided at camp and in bivouac.

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