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Trek in Djebel Dahar - Tunisia

TREK FROM TATAOUINE TO KSAR GHILANE OVER THREE DAYS

TREK OF THE BERBER WONDERS FROM TATAOUINE TO KSAR GHILANE

Immerse yourself in the beating heart of Berber culture with a three-day trek that takes you from Tataouine to the oasis of Ksar Ghilane, passing through the spectacular hilltop villages and dunes of the Tunisian desert.

Discover the majestic ksour, like Ksar Ouled Soltane and Beni Barka, which bear witness to the architectural genius of the ancients.
Savor a traditional lunch in Guermassa before venturing on an unforgettable trek in Jebel Dahar, from Chenini to Douiret, and spend a magical night in a troglodyte lodge.

On the second day, let yourself be seduced by the charms of Ksar Ghilane, a heavenly oasis nestled in the heart of the desert, and experience total immersion in the Sahara during a night in a comfortable Saharan camp.

On the third day, continue your journey with a visit to Matmata, where cave houses and lunar landscapes captivated Star Wars filmmakers.

We also offer this trek departing from Tozeur

ITINERARY OF THE BERBER TREK FROM TATAOUINE TO KSAR GHILANE

Route map of the 3-day trek and desert excursion from Djerba

Duration: 3 days - 2 nights

Lunches: Restaurants and homestays

Sites visited: 9

Activity: Trekking and visits

Nights: In a Troglodyte lodge and Saharan camp

Technical map of the trek

Technical data of the Trek:

Chenini - Douiret.

Technical difficulty: Moderate

Distance: One way 8.25 km

Elevation gain: 215 m

Negative height difference: 228 m

Maximum altitude: 600 m

Minimum altitude: 467m

Trail rank: 39

PROGRAM OF THE BERBER TREK FROM TATAOUINE TO KSAR GHILANE

Day 1:

Pickup at 7:30 AM from your accommodation.
Departure towards Tataouine, the capital of the Berber region.
Visit Ksar Ouled Soltane, one of the many granaries in the region.
Visit Ksar Beni Barka.
Lunch at a restaurant in Guermassa.
Guided tour of the perched village of Chenini, a must-see in the region.
Departure for a 2.5-hour trek in the Djebel Dahar from Chenini to the village of Douiret.
Arrival at the village of Douiret.
Free time, followed by dinner and overnight stay in a troglodyte guesthouse.

Day 2:

Breakfast at the troglodyte guesthouse.
Departure towards the oasis of Ksar Ghilane.
Lunch at a restaurant at the foot of the dunes of Ksar Ghilane.
Optional: Quad ride (€30/hour) or camel ride (€15/hour) in the desert.
Free time to enjoy the oasis.
Swim in the 32°C hot spring (if desired).
Transfer by 4x4 to the Saharan camp, located 20 km south of Ksar Ghilane.
Setup at the comfortable camp in Saharan tents (double tents).
Witness the traditional bread baking ceremony in the sand.
Dinner at the camp, followed by a walk in the dunes and stargazing (weather permitting).
Overnight stay in your private tent.

Day 3:

Breakfast at the Saharan camp.
Free time to enjoy the desert.
Departure by 4x4 to Matmata, famous for its troglodyte houses and Star Wars filming locations.
Lunch with a local family in the village of Tamezret.
Visit Matmata.
Return and drop-off at your accommodation in the late afternoon, around 5:30 PM.

FIND THE PROGRAM OF THIS TREK DEPARTING FROM TOZEUR HERE

Information:

The tranfer is done in 4X4.

Our vehicles can be equipped with baby seats on request.

This trek is not open to people with reduced mobility.

PRICES FOR THE BERBER TREK FROM TATAOUINE TO KSAR GHILANE

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

For more than 5 people and a single person, contact us!

CONSULT US

The price includes:

Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation.
Transport in a private 4x4 vehicle or minibus with a driver.
Services of a guide approved by the ONTT*, speaking French, English, German, or Italian.
Guided trek.
Transfers.
Lunches at restaurants and with locals.
Dinner and overnight stay at the troglodyte guesthouse in Douiret (double room).
Dinner and overnight stay at the Saharan camp (double tent).
Entrance fees for visits included in the program.

Excluded from the price:

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

ONTT: National Office of Tunisian Tourism

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BERBER TREK FROM TATAOUINE TO KSAR GHILANE

This three-day trek offers a window into the Berber soul of Tunisia, mixing adventure with cultural discovery.

From the first day, the visit to the historic ksour and the trek between Chenini and Douiret offer an immersion in an ancestral past, where traditions can be read in the stone and in the sand. The night in a troglodyte lodge allows you to live according to local customs, in a setting that is as authentic as it is enchanting.

The journey continues towards Ksar Ghilane, an oasis that emerges like a mirage, promising relaxation and adventure in a dream setting.
The night in a Saharan camp enriches the desert experience, offering a deep connection with nature and a memorable starry night.

The conclusion of the trek to Matmata opens the doors to a fascinating underground world, famous for its troglodyte dwellings and its landscape which has spanned the ages and inspired distant galaxies.

This trek is not just a journey through the desert, but a deep exploration of Berber and Saharan identity, a hymn to the beauty, history and resilience of Tunisia.

Do not forget:

A complete change.
Toiletries and towels.
A flashlight or headlamp.
Solar cream.
Hat or cap.
Hiking boots.
Pair of sunglasses.
Backpack.
a gourd.
Scarf or scarf for the quad.
Swimsuit
Camera.
Some cash for your personal expenses.

EXTRACTS FROM OUR CUSTOMERS' REVIEWS ON THE THREE-DAY TREK

Find our reviews on Google and TripAdvisor:

Review of S2819XDgabrieller

Review of 3 exceptional days in the desert
Truly, we had an extraordinary and above all unforgettable experience! Night in the troglodytes and another night in the desert. We saw everything and had an exceptional guide. Tarek allowed us to know the history of Tunisia well. I recommend GSA without hesitation!

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