2-Day Camel Trek in the Desert

CAMEL TREK AND DESERT BIVOUAC FROM DJERBA

Leave the island of Djerba behind and journey deep into the Sahara.

Your camel caravan awaits in Douz for two days of slow travel, guided by Bedouins.

Share desert-cooked meals and spend the night in a private tent, surrounded by silence and stars. A timeless escape you won’t forget.

PROGRAM OF THE CAMEL TREK IN THE DESERT

Departure at 6:00 AM from your accommodation in Djerba by 4x4 towards Douz.
After 3.5 hours of drive with a short stop, you’ll reach Douz around 9:30 AM.
Meet your Bedouin guides and camels, and start your trek.
First, a 2-hour camel ride followed by a traditional lunch prepared in the dunes.
Continue the trek for 3 more hours through the white sand dunes.
Set up camp in the desert, enjoy a fire-cooked dinner, evening around the campfire, and sleep in a private tent under the stars.
Next morning, breakfast at sunrise then walk back to Douz.
Lunch stop en route. Arrive in Douz around 2:30 PM.
Coffee break, then drive back to Djerba, arriving around 6 PM.

Information:

The tour is made by 4X4, or by microbus depending on the number of participants.

Our vehicles can be equipped with baby seats on request.

You will have one camel per person, children can ride in front of an adult.

You will not have water to wash yourself, bring wet wipes.

There is no network in the desert, make your calls before leaving.

This days tour is not open to people with reduced mobility.

PRICES FOR CAMEL TREK IN THE DESERT

Our prices are inclusive of tax and in €, they decrease depending on the number of participants:

For 5 people, price per person	€145
For 4 people, price per person	€165
For 3 people, price per person	€195
For 2 people, price per person	€250

The price includes:

Pickup and drop-off at your accommodation.
Permits for the desert.
Transport in a private 4x4 or minibus with a driver.
Services of a camel guide approved by the ONTT*.
Picnic lunches.
Camel trekking.
Full camping equipment.

Excluded from the price:

Domestic or international flights.
Drinks other than water.
Optional extra activities.
Tips and personal purchases.

*ONTT: National Office of Tunisian Tourism.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CAMEL TREK IN THE DESERT

Pickup from Djerba and 4x4 transfer to Douz
Guided camel trek with local Bedouins
Walk through peaceful white sand dunes
Overnight bivouac in private tents
Traditional meals cooked over the fire
Deep immersion in the rhythm of the Sahara

Don't forget:

Toiletries and a towel.
Wet wipes.
A small trash bag.
A flashlight or headlamp.
Sunscreen.
Hat or cap.
Hiking shoes.
Sunglasses.
Backpack.
Water bottle.
Camera.
Warm clothes for the evening as it can get very cold in winter.
If you tend to feel cold, we recommend sportswear for sleeping and for any nighttime outings.
Some cash for personal expenses.