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2 days in Southern Tunisia: Berber history and a magical oasis under the stars

By Baroudeurs De Désert
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,672 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Deep cultural immersion: an experience rich in historical discoveries.
  • Cinematic experience: Discover the real Star Wars sets.
  • Swimming in an oasis, strolls, and tasting local specialties.
  • Authenticity and friendliness

Activity location

    • Ksar Ghilane
    • Ksar Ghilane, Kebili Governorate, Tunisia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Ksar Ghilane
    • Ksar Ghilane, Kebili Governorate, Tunisia

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2 days in southern Tunisia: Berber history and a magical oasis under the stars
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English
Price details
P 8,672.25 x 2 AdultsP 17,344.50
Total
Price is P 17,344.50

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver
  • What's includedWhat's included
    2-day travel guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Spend the night in a tent in the camp
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Drinks and personal expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Extra activities (like a camel ride or a quad tour).
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for the regional guide, driver, and tour guide.

What you can expect

Day 1: Exploring Tataouine and Berber villages

  • Hotel pick-up: We'll meet you at your hotel to kick off your adventure.

  • Trip to Tataouine: We'll take the “Roman Road,” a picturesque causeway connecting the island of Djerba to the African mainland.

  • Stop at the salt lake of Chahbania: On the way, we'll take a break at the salt lake of Chahbania to enjoy the magnificent view and take some memorable photos.

  • Arrival in Tataouine: Once you arrive, you'll have the opportunity to discover the local market, where you can explore the different Berber products and spices.

  • Visit the Berber village of Chenini: We'll then head back to Chenini, a Berber village. A local guide will show you its history and traditions, and explain the locals' way of life.

  • Lunch at a local restaurant: At noon, you'll have the chance to enjoy a traditional Berber meal at one of the village restaurants.

  • Head to the Erg and the oasis of Ksar Ghilane: After lunch, we'll head to the Erg, the desert of rocks, to reach the oasis of Ksar Ghilane. Upon arrival, you can swim in the natural water pool, a magical place amidst the greenery and golden dunes of the Sahara.

  • Optional activities: If you'd like, you can explore the oasis by quad bike or camel ride, for an additional fee.

  • Night in Ksar Ghilane: After a busy day, you'll spend the night in local accommodation, where you can enjoy the unique atmosphere of the desert.

Day 2: Exploring Matmata and the troglodyte villages

  • Hearty breakfast: The next morning, after a good breakfast, we'll head to the village of Matmata.

  • Visit to a Berber family: In Matmata, you'll have the chance to meet a Berber family and visit their traditional troglodyte habitat.

  • Break at the village of Tamazret: We'll take a break at the Berber village of Tamazret, where you can enjoy almond tea, a local specialty.

  • Sidi Idriss: Then we'll head to Sidi Idriss, a troglodyte hotel famous for being the setting for some scenes from the Star Wars movie. You can admire the film's decor there.

  • Visit to Toujane: The last visit of the day will be to the Berber village of Toujane, hidden between two mountains and famous for its handmade carpets and honey.

  • Return to the hotel: At the end of this day full of discoveries, you'll be taken back to your hotel, your head full of unforgettable memories.

Location

Activity location

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    • Ksar Ghilane
    • Ksar Ghilane, Kebili Governorate, Tunisia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Ksar Ghilane
    • Ksar Ghilane, Kebili Governorate, Tunisia