Tunisia: 2-Day Sahara Escape with Desert Camp & Oasis Pickup from Sousse/Monastir & Surrounding Areas

Discover southern Tunisia in 2 days from Tunis or the coast. See El Jem, explore Matmata, sleep in an authentic Sahara camp, cross Chott El Jerid and visit the mountain oasis of Chebika.
Escape the coast and discover the landscapes, culture and traditions of southern Tunisia on a 2-day Sahara adventure, with pickup available from Tunis, Hammamet, Nabeul, Sousse, Monastir and Mahdia.

Designed as a flexible and great-value experience, this tour includes the essentials of a Sahara journey while allowing you to choose whether you want to add monument entrance tickets, desert activities or a more comfortable tent.

On Day 1, travel south to El Jem, home to one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in the world. Entrance to the amphitheater is optional and costs approximately €7 per person, payable on site.

Continue to Matmata, famous for its remarkable underground Berber dwellings. Discover the traditional architecture and local culture before enjoying lunch and continuing toward the Sahara.

Arrive in the afternoon at Dunes Insolites Desert Camp in Sabria. Enjoy a traditional welcome and settle into your authentic desert tent. Walk through the dunes and experience a memorable Sahara sunset.

For those looking for more adventure, optional camel rides, quad biking and 4x4 desert excursions are available for an additional charge. Activities can be selected as an option when available during booking or arranged and paid for directly at the camp.

In the evening, experience the atmosphere of the Sahara with traditional entertainment, an equestrian show and a Mella sand-bread demonstration, followed by a traditional dinner and a campfire beneath the stars.

Spend the night in an authentic Sahara tent. For additional comfort, you can upgrade for an extra charge to a luxury tent with a private shower and toilet, or request a single tent for individual occupancy. Upgrades are subject to availability and advance booking is recommended.

On Day 2, wake up in the Sahara and enjoy breakfast before departing across southern Tunisia.

Cross the spectacular Chott El Jerid, an immense salt lake known for its endless horizon, salt formations and unusual desert scenery. Stop to enjoy the landscape and take photos.

Continue to Chebika, a beautiful mountain oasis where palm trees and natural springs contrast with the surrounding rocky desert. Explore the oasis before enjoying lunch.

After lunch, begin the journey back north, with drop-off in your original pickup area in the evening.

The standard tour price includes transportation, meals during the excursion, one night in an authentic desert tent, breakfast and the Dunes Insolites evening program.

By keeping the El Jem entrance ticket, desert activities and accommodation upgrades optional, you can personalize the experience and pay only for the extras you want while still enjoying the essential highlights of a 2-day Tunisian Sahara adventure.

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