5-DAY CAMEL TREKKING IN THE TUNISIAN DESERT

5-day camel trek – Desert adventure in Tunisia

SAHARA TREK FROM DOUZ TO TEMBAINE

A 5-DAY IMMERSION INTO THE HEART OF THE SAHARA

Embark on a 5-day desert trek, a once-in-a-lifetime adventure across golden dunes and starlit bivouacs.

Explore the Erg Oriental, uncover a hidden hot spring, and reach the summit of Tembaine for a breathtaking view.

Nomadic experience at the pace of camels

This 5-day camel trek in the heart of the Erg Oriental invites you to an authentic and immersive experience to the rhythm of the desert.

Day 1 – Departure from Zarzis to Douz.

From Zarzis , a 4x4 transfer takes you to Douz , the gateway to the desert. After lunch on the way, you spend the night in a hotel, before the big departure.

Day 2 – Start of the trek & immersion in the Sahara.

In the morning, you leave in a 4x4 towards the Tembaine mountain , where you meet the camel drivers and their dromedaries.
After a Saharan lunch, you begin your first day of walking in the dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental.

Night in a Berber tent or under the stars.

Days 3 and 4 – Crossing the desert and hot spring.

Your hike continues through magnificent landscapes , alternating between dunes, rocky plateaus and sandy valleys.

You reach the basin of the Tin Eswan gours , where a natural hot spring feeds a small lake.
A special moment to relax before getting back on the road.

Day 5 – Ascent of Tembaine Mountain & return.

Dawn offers the unique opportunity to reach the summit of Tembaine , a rocky islet in the middle of endless dunes.

After this moment out of time, you will leave for Douz in a 4x4 , then after lunch return to Zarzis or Djerba airport.

This 5-day trek in the Tunisian desert is an unforgettable experience, ideal for those seeking serenity, adventure and connection with Saharan nature.

Recommended equipment:

Hiking Backpack: Choose a backpack of appropriate size to carry your belongings during the 5 days of trekking.
Sturdy hiking shoes: Choose hiking shoes that are comfortable and suitable for the varied terrain of the desert.
Suitable clothing: Choose light, breathable, long-sleeved clothing to protect yourself from the sun and sand.
Sun protection: Don't forget to bring a high SPF sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses to protect yourself from intense UV rays.
Sleeping Bag: Bring a sleeping bag suitable for desert nighttime temperatures.
Water bottle or flask: Make sure you have a sufficient source of hydration while hiking.
Camera: Capture magical moments and exceptional landscapes of the desert.

Prepare yourself for a challenging and immersive adventure in the Tunisian desert on this camel trek to Tembaïne Mountain.

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