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2-DAY DESERT TOUR TO KSAR GHILANE – FROM DJERBA
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TWO DAYS IN THE DESERT TO KSAR GHILANE FROM DJERBA
Two days in the desert from Djerba, including a magical night under the stars at Ksar Ghilane.
Discover the oasis, relax in the natural hot spring, and enjoy a traditional dinner by the fire.
A timeless escape among dunes, starlit skies, and Sahara silence.
A private experience for a truly immersive adventure.
EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF THE DESERT AND BERBER TRADITIONS IN A 4X4 FROM DJERBA
Two days of total escape in the heart of the Tunisian Sahara .
From the Berber region to the dunes of Ksar Ghilane, experience a unique immersion between nature, culture and the silence of the desert.
Swimming in a natural hot spring, quad biking or camel riding in the ochre dunes, evening around the fire and night in a tent in the middle of the Grand Erg Oriental.
From Djerba, this is our most popular two-day trip among travelers, will take you to discover the desert, the Berber villages and ksour of Tataouine, the troglodyte dwellings of Matmata , and the most beautiful landscapes of southern Tunisia.
This two-day tour to Ksar Ghilane, combining Berber culture and desert, is also available from Zarzis.
PHOTO GALLERY OF THE TOUR
KSAR GHILANE TWO-DAY TOUR PRICES - FROM DJERBA
For 5 people, price per person | €155 |
For 4 people, price per person | €175 |
For 3 people, price per person | €215 |
For 2 people, price per person | €285 |
The price includes:
Transportation by private vehicle, 4x4 or microbus depending on the number of participants.
The services of an ONTT * approved guide.
Full board, from lunch on the first day to lunch on the last day.
Entrance fees to visits included in the program.
Excluded from the price:
Domestic or international flights .
The drinks.
Optional extra activities.
Tips and personal purchases.
*Tunisian National Tourist Office
PROGRAM OF THE 2-DAY TRIP TO KSAR GHILANE
DAY 1: FROM DJERBA TO KSAR GHILANE
Pick-up from your accommodation in Djerba
We will pick you up in front of your place of stay in Djerba at 7:30 a.m.
You will take the legendary Roman road which connects the island to the continent.
Then you will cross olive groves, surrounded by fascinating semi-desert landscapes.
Flexible photo stops are planned to immortalize these exceptional panoramas.
Photo stop at the salt lake Sebkhet el Melah
First stop at Sebkhet el Melah or Zarzis Lake, a salt lake renowned for its changing hues, a treat for photography enthusiasts.
Visit Tataouine and Ksar Ouled Soltane
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Passage through the Tataouine market (according to opening hours).
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Exploring Ksar Ouled Soltane, a famous Star Wars setting, used as a slave quarter on Tatooine in The Phantom Menace.
Lunch at Guermassa or Ksar Hadada, then visit of Chenini
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Lunch at a local restaurant at Guermassa or at Ksar Hadada.
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Guided tour of Chenini, where the stone houses blend into the mountain.
Departure to Ksar Ghilane oasis by 4x4
Entering the desert marks the beginning of the adventure in Ksar Ghilane.
What to do in Ksar Ghilane?
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Camel ride in the desert: €15/hour.
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Quad tour to the ancient Roman fort of Tisavar: €30/hour.
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Swim in the natural hot spring which gushes out at 32°c.
These optional activities will be payable to local service providers without reservation.
Desert tracks in a 4x4: thrills guaranteed
4x4 transfer to the Sahara camp
The Saharan camp at the foot of the dunes
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Check in, installation and relaxation.
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Demonstration of baking bread in the sand.
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Tasty dinner followed by a walk in the dunes to admire the starry sky.
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Overnight stay in a comfortable private tent.
DAY 2: KSAR GHILANE TO MATMATA
Sunrise and breakfast in the desert
Breakfast in the Desert
Start the day with breakfast in the great outdoors, followed by free time to explore the dunes.
Discovery of troglodyte homes in Matmata
Visit to the Berber village of Tamezret
Drive to Matmata, famous for its troglodyte houses, used as a setting for Luke Skywalker's house in Star Wars.
Lunch at a local's home in Tamezret, where you will discover warm Berber hospitality.
Return to Djerba in the afternoon
After these two days of adventures and discoveries, return to Djerba at the end of the afternoon, where you will be dropped off in front of your place of stay.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE KSAR GHILANE DESERT TOUR
Sebkhet el Melah :
A salt lake with changing reflections depending on the daylight. A peaceful place, perfect for landscape photography enthusiasts.
Ksar Ouled Soltane:
Among the best-preserved ksour in Tunisia, this impressive site served as the setting for several scenes from the Star Wars saga.
Chenini :
Berber village perched on the heights, offering a spectacular panorama of the desert and the surrounding mountains.
The Ksar Hadada:
A former fortified granary transformed into a Star Wars set. It features typical architecture and a timeless atmosphere.
Ksar Ghilane oasis :
A true gateway to the desert, this oasis marks the transition between the rocky reliefs and the vast dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental.
Matmata :
Famous for its troglodyte houses carved into the rock, this unique place blends Berber culture and the history of cinema.
Tamezret :
Charming hilltop Berber village, renowned for its traditional architecture, steep streets and breathtaking views.
WHAT TO PACK FOR YOUR TWO-DAY TOUR TO KSAR GHILANE
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Necessary and towel.
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Sunscreen.
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Hat or cap.
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Pair of sunglasses.
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Scarf or shawl for the quad.
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Swimsuits.
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Camera.
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Some cash for personal expenses.
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A flashlight or headlamp, as well as towels (not provided at the Saharan camp).
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For the evening, in winter, bring warm clothes because it can be very cool at this time of year.
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If you are sensitive to the cold, for camping we recommend sports tracksuits for sleeping and if you need to go out at night.
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Blankets, pillows and sheets are provided at the campsite.