Djerba buggy safari

Tunisia catamaran cruise around Djerba Island

A typically warm Tunisian welcome is waiting when you board your catamaran for this morning cruise around the island of Djerba. It's known locally as the ‘island of dreams', partly due to its deep and ancient history that goes back to Phoenician and Roman times. Plus, it's partly because of the natural beauty of the island – which you'll get to see up-close.You'll head out in the morning, cruising past Djerba's sugar-white beaches that're dotted with green palms jutting out along the shoreline. There's heaps to see while you're sprawled out on the nets at the front of the catamaran, from secluded coves and fishing villages dotted with whitewashed houses to beaches that stretch to the horizon and fancy waterfront resorts.Your captain will set a leisurely pace as you skim through the Mediterranean, allowing plenty of time to drop anchor and dive into the sea for a swim. Keep an eye out for native sea turtles, and, depending on the season, you could even catch a glimpse of a few dolphins that live in this patch of the Med.

Djerba Explore Park in Tunisia without transfer

Djerba Explore Park shows you a slice of rural Tunisian life. This replica desert village is teeming with shops, showpieces and traditional Tunisian treasures to explore. Take a nose around the museum at collections of Islamic art, glittering traditional robes and ancient calligraphy, then get an insight into the country's long-standing industries at the pottery workshops and olive oil mill. The cherry on top? The 400 Nile crocodiles that lounge around palm-fringed lagoons – not something you'll forget in a hurry.

Djerba Scuba Diving

Take the plunge and discover Djerba's underwater world in a trip that caters for complete beginners, seasoned pros and everyone in between. Depending on conditions and your experience, your instructors will choose the best location for the dives. Discover exotic marine life, tropical fish, and explore what lies beneath in warm, crystal-clear waters.

Djerba buggy safari

Inject your holiday with a dose of adrenaline on this cross-country buggy adventure. Driving your own off-road vehicle, you'll zoom down dusty tracks and trails to discover all the best bits of Tunisia's most untamed terrain during 90 minutes. Hop in your powerful off-road buggy and after a quick safety briefing and a test-drive, you'll be ready to ride.

Djerba jet-ski experience

There will be plenty of thrills and spills on this jet ski ride in Djerba. You'll bump over the waves to reach some of the island's most appealing coastline, an adventure that's sure to get your heart pumping. It's a fun excursion that's great for all abilities.Once you reach the base, you'll get behind the handles of a jet ski ready to zoom off along the coast of Djerba island. Twist and turn through the water, cutting angles and bumping over the crest of waves while the coastline passes you by.Your route will vary according to conditions and start point, but you can be sure you'll get a fresh perspective on the shores of Djerba, and take in some of the most scenic areas. In total, the excursion will be around an hour-and-a-half including transfers and jet ski driving.

Djerba Dromedary camel tour

There's no more Tunisian way to go sightseeing than on the back of a camel. And with this ride in a caravan, you'll be at one with nature as well. You'll be picked and brought to the ranch to be matched with your camel. We'll set off, and you'll enjoy a privileged view over the desert sands and the chance to spot wildlife in its natural surroundings.

Djerba island half-day tour

With ancient Roman architecture, whitewashed Berber villages and a history-packed capital, you'll find that there's much more to Djerba than just sand and sunshine. Star turns include the ancient causeway, Guellala and Houmt-Souk.

Djerba Explore Park Tour

This half-day tour shines the spotlight on Djerba Explore Park. A replica desert village, it's packed with attractions, shops and showpieces, including a museum on local history, a traditional ‘menzel' and lagoons filled with hungry crocodiles. Check it all out while learning more about Tunisian culture and heritage.

Tunisian Sahara three deserts and oasis overnight tour

There are so many types of desert – salt, sand and pebble – in the Tunisian Sahara that you'll need two days to discover them. This action-packed tour takes you to Chott Jerid, Onk Jemal and Douz. Plus, you'll explore Tozeur medina – and cinema buffs won't want to miss a visit to Matmata and Sidi Driss.Kick off day one at El Hamma market before heading to Chott Jerid, the Sahara's largest salt lake. Next, it's on to the city of palm trees, Tozeur, for lunch and check-in at the hotel. In the afternoon, rally through rugged landscapes on a 4x4 through the mountainous Onk Jemal. Here, you'll explore a film set city built exclusively for Star Wars. Rise and shine. We're off to check out the sandy desert of Douz, also known as the ‘Gateway to the Sahara'. After lunch, we'll stop off at the pebble desert of Erg en route to the lunar landscapes of Matmata and Sidi Driss – the famous filming locations of Star Wars. The trip comes to an end back in Djerba.

Tunisian Sahara villages and oasis overnight tour

The Tunisian Sahara is a desert of dreams, where sun-kissed dunes and camel-riding Beduins dwell in an ocean of endless sand. On this two-day tour, you'll discover sights worthy of a blockbuster movie. Explore places like the ‘Gharfas' granaries, the Tataouine markets, Cheninni and the underground residences of Matmata with an overnight stay in Ghilaine.Your first stop will be the Tataouine market. Unleash your inner Jedi as you stroll around the spice-scented souk for some eye-catching trinkets. You'll then retreat to the Berber mountain village of Chenini. Perched on a hilltop, the village has an ancient Ksar and a whitewashed mosque where villagers go to pray. Spend a night in the picturesque oasis of Ksar Ghilaine and enjoy an authentic Arabian night in the Sahara.In the morning you'll explore the villages of Matmata and Sidi Idriss Hotel, famous for its lunar landscape and some of the filming locations of Star Wars before finishing off your tour in the remote village of Toujene.