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Night excursion to the desert and Berber village from Djerba
Night excursion to the desert and Berber village from Djerba
Night excursion to the desert and Berber village from Djerba
Night excursion to the desert and Berber village from Djerba
Night excursion to the desert and Berber village from Djerba

Night excursion to the desert and Berber village from Djerba

By TRAVEL EST TUNISIA
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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$413 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Visit the Tataouine region and take a stroll to the souk in the city centre. Continue towards Chenini, a Berber village in ruins. Explore the Berber villages and visit the ksours, Continue towards Ksar Ghilane a ruin of the Roman fort reputed to be the southernmost of the Tunisian oases and you will have free time to bathe in the hot thermal springs of Ksar Ghilane. Settle into the Zmela camp and enjoy the silence of the Tunisian desert and live the adventure and experience of sleeping in a tent in the desert far from all light pollution under the beautiful stars. This experience allows you to discover the daily life of the local inhabitants. .
The next day visit the troglodyte villages of Matmata and explore the filming sites of the Star Wars Saga. Lunch at a local's home to taste the local cuisine. After lunch, visit Sidi Idriss, the famous site used in the filming of Star Wars. End of the day return to Djerba.

Activity location

  • Ksar Ouled Soltane
    • Tataouine, Tunisia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ksar Ouled Soltane
    • Tataouine, Tunisia

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Night excursion to the desert and Berber village from Djerba in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • Opening hours: Tue 12:00 am-11:30 pm
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
AU$412.94 x 1 AdultAU$412.94

Total
Price is AU$412.94

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAll entry fees to the visit mentioned on the programme
  • What's includedWhat's includedprivate guide and drivers approved by the Tunisian national tourist office
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedAccommodation at the camp
  • What's includedWhat's includedDinner
  • What's includedWhat's includedBreakfast
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fees to the site visited in the programme
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedOptional activities in Ksar ghilane quad tour estimated at €30, camel ride €15)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTips
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAll personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: explore the wonders of the TATAOINE region: KSAR OULED SOLTANE-CHENINI-KSAR HADADA
  • 4 stops
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: One night in a tent at the Zmela camp or similar
Ksar Ouled Soltane
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Ksar Ouled Soltane is located about 20 kilometres southeast of Tataouine Built in the 15th century. this ksar (traditional Berber fortification) served as a collective granary for local tribes, allowing cereals and other foodstuffs to be stored away from looters and bad weather. Ksar Ouled Soltane was used as a filming location to represent the cave dwellings of Tatooine, Anakin Skywalker's desert planet, in "Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace". The ghorfas of the ksar served as decorations for the house of Shmi Skywalker's family.
Chenini
  • 1h
Chenini is a picturesque Berber village nestled in the heart of the mountains of southern Tunisia. Its most distinctive feature is its cave houses, carved directly into the rocky cliffs that surround the village. These traditional dwellings offer a unique blend of natural and human architecture, creating an atmosphere that is both mystical and authentic. The narrow and winding streets of the village invite discovery, while the panoramic views from the heights of Chenini offer breathtaking landscapes of the surrounding desert. With its ancient history and preserved atmosphere, Chenini is a cultural treasure and a haven of tranquility for visitors seeking authenticity and adventure.
Ksar Hadada
  • 2h
Ksar Hadada is a ksar (fortified village) located in southern Tunisia, famous for having served as a filming location for the Star Wars saga. This impressive site is made up of traditional mud buildings, with thick walls and watchtowers, creating an atmosphere from an Arabian Nights tale. Star Wars fans may recognise Ksar Hadada as one of the settings used for the planet Tatooine in the saga films. Its desert landscape and unique architectural structure make it a fascinating destination for film fans and adventure-seeking travellers.
Ksar Ghilane
  • 7h
Ksar Ghilane is a spectacular oasis located in the Tunisian desert, known for its breathtaking landscape and endless golden sand dunes. It is a place of retreat and adventure, where visitors can experience the wild beauty of the desert and immerse themselves in the local nomadic culture. A night in a tent at Ksar Ghilane offers an unforgettable experience. Traditional Berber tents offer simple but authentic comfort, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the ambience of the desert. With the starry sky as your ceiling and the soothing silence of the desert as your soundtrack, spending a night in a tent at Ksar Ghilane is a unique opportunity to connect with nature and experience an extraordinary adventure. you will have free time between swimming in the thermal spring of the oasis as well as a ride on camels or quad on the large ocher sand dunes. at the end of the day you return to the camp, dinner and night under the stars
Day 2: Visiting the Berber village Matmata
  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch
  • Accommodation: Not included
Tamezret
  • 15m
Passing through the village of Tamazret to enjoy a panoramic view and take beautiful photos
Matmata
  • 2h
Visiting the cave houses of Matmata is a fascinating experience that immerses you in the history and Berber culture of Tunisia. These unique dwellings are carved into the ground and rock walls, providing protection from the natural elements while maintaining a comfortable temperature all year round. After visiting the troglodyte houses, having lunch with the locals is an experience that allows you to taste the local cuisine and meet warm and welcoming people. You can enjoy traditional dishes prepared with fresh local ingredients, while exchanging stories and anecdotes with your hosts.
Djerba
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
departure towards Djerba or Zarzis with a stop in Toujane, a village offering a magnificent panoramic view.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKsar Ouled Soltane
    • Tataouine, Tunisia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEKsar Ouled Soltane
    • Tataouine, Tunisia

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