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De Douz à Ksar Ghilane : aventure saharienne et nuits en campements 3 jours / 2 nuits – Au cœur du Sahara tunisien

Overland trip across Tunisia. Available on request, typical duration 3 days. Day 1 – Douz: camel ride and night in the desert: Welcome to Douz by your local te...

• Countries: Tunisia
• Organized by: Stars Desert Tunisia
• Supported vehicles: 4x4 car
• Dates: Available on request
• Duration: 3 days
• Status: Open to join

Day 1 – Douz: camel ride and night in the desert:

Welcome to Douz by your local team, then depart on a camel for the dunes of the Sahara. Accompanied by local camel drivers, discover the desert at the pace of the caravan and enjoy the calm and beauty of the Saharan landscapes.

On the way, admire the golden dunes and the changing colors of the sand. Upon arrival at the campsite, enjoy the sunset before sharing a traditional dinner in a friendly atmosphere.

The evening continues around the campfire, under a starry sky, for an unforgettable first night in the heart of the Sahara.

Overnight: Saharan campsite in the Douz desert.

Day 2 – Crossing the Sahara in a 4x4 and discovering Ksar Ghilane:

After breakfast at the campsite, depart in a 4x4 through the spectacular landscapes of the Grand Erg Oriental towards Ksar Ghilane. Enjoy this crossing to admire the dunes, the vast desert expanses, and the fascinating contrasts of the Tunisian Sahara.

Upon arrival at Ksar Ghilane, discover this iconic oasis nestled in the heart of the desert. Enjoy free time to swim in the natural hot spring, relax among the palm trees, and appreciate the tranquility of the place.

For those wishing to extend the adventure, several optional activities can be offered on-site:

- Camel ride in the surrounding dunes.

- Quad excursion to discover the desert landscapes in a different way.

- Discovery of the Roman fort of Tisavar, located near the oasis, depending on access conditions and available time.

In the late afternoon, settle into your Saharan campsite and take a moment to relax before dinner. The evening continues in a friendly atmosphere, under the starry desert sky.

Overnight: Saharan campsite at Ksar Ghilane.

Day 3 – Ksar Ghilane and return to Douz in a 4x4:

After breakfast at the campsite, enjoy a last morning at Ksar Ghilane to appreciate the beauty of this oasis in the heart of the Tunisian Sahara.

Then take the return road to Douz in a 4x4, through the characteristic landscapes of southern Tunisia.

Arrival in Douz and end of your Saharan adventure, with unforgettable memories of this immersion between nomadic traditions and vast desert spaces.

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