Ksar Ghilane, Chenini & Tataouine – Desert, Berber Culture & Star Wars
Discover the highlights of southern Tunisia in one unforgettable day! This full-day excursion takes you from Djerba to Ksar Ghilane, the Gateway to the Desert, where you can swim in a natural hot spring and enjoy optional camel or quad rides through the dunes. Continue to Tataouine for a delicious lunch, then discover Ksar Hadada, a famous Star Wars shooting location, the spectacular Berber village of Chenini, and finish with a photo stop at the Chahbania salt lake of Tataouine.
️ Ksar Ghilane – The Gateway to the Desert
Leave Djerba behind and head south towards Ksar Ghilane, one of the most famous desert oases in Tunisia and known as the Gateway to the Desert.
Upon arrival, enjoy some free time to relax in this unique oasis and take a refreshing swim in its natural hot spring, surrounded by palm trees and the golden Sahara dunes.
Looking for more adventure? Take the opportunity to enjoy an optional quad ride or camel ride through the desert dunes (extra charge). Feel the immensity of the Sahara as the endless golden dunes stretch as far as the eye can see.
️ Tataouine – Discover the Ksour
After your time at Ksar Ghilane, continue towards Tataouine and enjoy a delicious included lunch before discovering the region's fascinating Berber heritage.
Your next stop is Ksar Hadada, a remarkable traditional Berber ksar and one of the best-preserved fortified granaries in the region. Film enthusiasts will recognize it as a famous Star Wars shooting location, used in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.
⛰️ Chenini – Berber Village in the Mountains
Continue to Chenini, one of the most spectacular Berber villages in southern Tunisia. Built directly into the mountainside, Chenini is famous for its unique architecture, troglodyte houses, ancient granaries and historic mosque.
Explore the village on foot and discover the fascinating Berber culture, history and traditional way of life with your local guide.
Chahbania Salt Lake – Photo Stop
Before heading back to Djerba, make a final stop at the Chahbania salt lake of Tataouine. Take some time to admire the vast landscape and capture memorable photos of this unusual desert environment.
✨ One Day, The Best of Southern Tunisia
From Ksar Ghilane and its natural hot spring to the endless Sahara dunes, from Tataouine and Ksar Hadada to the unique Berber village of Chenini, this experience combines desert, adventure, history and culture in one day.
It is the perfect choice for travelers who want to discover the Gateway to the Desert, Berber heritage and Star Wars locations without having to book several different excursions.
The order or timing of visits may be adjusted depending on weather conditions and temperatures.
Important: The camel ride is NOT included in the standard option. If you want to enjoy a camel ride through the desert dunes, please select the “Camel Ride Included” option when booking.
