Saharan Adventure on Quad
Sahara & Ergs 8 days rustique

Saharan Adventure on Quad

Aboard your quad bike, cross the dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental and bivouac under the Berber stars.

27 years of local expertise

Duration

8 days

Ideal seasons

Feb, Mar, Oct, Nov, Dec

Style

Expeditions

Comfort

rustique

Travelers

Couple, Solo, With friends

The spirit of travel

In Douz, an original city with distinctive features characteristic of the combative M'razig tribes, the desert is there, all around you. It envelops you, captivates you. The expanding horizon fills your lungs with a presence that, without oppressing or weighing on you, draws you in.
In the region of vast journeys, silence is profound and immensity is an invitation to depart. The deeper you venture into the desert, leaving traces that fade with the hours, the less able you are to chart precise itineraries. This is where the raid invites you to travel while guaranteeing you the delights and exquisite joy of adventure combined with the necessary safety.
Exoticism is complete. Between regs and ergs with immense dunes sculpted by the Saharan swell, domain of camels and gazelles where strange vegetation grows, it is not uncommon, around a rocky outcrop with fantastic forms, to meet some nomads in search of freedom.

The stages of your journey

D1
DjerbaHotel or Guest House
D2
DouzBivouac under Berber tents
D3
DésertBedouin Tent Bivouac
D4
DouzHotel
D5
MatmataSeaside hotel, caravanserai or guesthouse
D6
DjerbaBeach hotel, caravanserai or guesthouse
D7–8
DjerbaSeaside hotel, caravanserai or guesthouse

Highlights

Quad Safari Sahara
Nights under canvas
Experienced nomadic guides
Grand Erg Oriental
Troglodyte Villages Matmata
Douz Oasis

Day-by-day itinerary

Jour 1
D1

Welcome to Djerba!

Welcome at Djerba airport and transfer to a hotel or guesthouse.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Hotel or Guest HouseDinner
Jour 2
D2

Route to Douz and entering the desert

Djerba → Douz

4h210 km

Breakfast and early departure towards Douz, the most Saharan of Tunisian oases.

Lunch and introduction of guides and support team. Briefing on quad handling and driving and safety rules. Departure via an easy track to get a good feel for your vehicle and continuation onto the vastness of sand. From ergs to regs, from dunes to dunes, you will gradually reach the Grand Erg Oriental.

The sunset is always a magical moment!

Dinner under the stars, around a palm fire while your guides reveal some of the desert secrets. Night in Berber tents.

Bivouac under Berber tentsLunchDinner
Jour 3
D3

Quad in the desert

Wake up with the sun. Departure towards the East crossing increasingly high dunes. Your guides, who know the region and terrain perfectly, map out the route best suited to the group and choose ideal stopping places.

Rest and meal. Progression towards the Zmila camp, relaxation and accommodation at the camp equipped with shower, sink and toilets.

Bedouin Tent BivouacBreakfastLunchDinner
Jour 4
D4

Return to Douz

Désert → Douz

1h20 km

Breaking camp after breakfast and departing for one final day of progression in the Sahara.

Return to Douz at the end of the day.

Hotel check-in, dinner and overnight stay.

HotelBreakfastLunchDinner
Jour 5
D5

Berber Region of Matmata

Douz → Matmata

1h3090 km

Breakfast and departure to the typical craft souk of Douz.

Continue to the Berber region of Matmata, visit and lunch in a troglodyte.

Matmata → Djerba

2h45130 km

Afternoon drive to Djerba via the Berber village of Toujane perched in the mountains.

Check-in at a beach hotel of your choice or a guesthouse or a caravanserai. Dinner and overnight stay.

Seaside hotel, caravanserai or guesthouseBreakfastLunchDinner
Jour 6
D6

Idleness in Djerba

Free stay with half board at the hotel.

Beach hotel, caravanserai or guesthouseBreakfastDinner
Jour 7
D7

Idleness in Djerba

Free stay on half-board basis at the hotel.

Seaside hotel, caravanserai or guesthouseBreakfastDinner
Jour 8
D8

Have a great trip and see you soon!

Breakfast and transfer to Djerba airport, check-in assistance.

Possibility of extension upon request.

Breakfast

Price per person

This trip can be tailored to your preferences

This itinerary provides an excellent foundation for discovery, but it can be fully customized. Our local advisors build each trip tailored to your budget, dates and preferences.

Not included

  • International and domestic flights
  • Airport taxes & visas
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks except mineral water in the desert
  • Tips
  • Travel Insurance & Assistance
  • Everything that is not listed under "Inclusions"

Included

  • The program as described
  • The transfers
  • Accommodations
  • 1 Polaris 500 cc quad in permanent 4x4 and 1 helmet per person
  • 1 guide/instructor
  • Satellite phone
  • First Aid Kit Essentials
  • Assistance vehicle
  • All meals in the desert: light lunch at noon and alcohol-free; dinner cooked and prepared on site
  • Beverages: bottled mineral water in the desert
  • Night under tents, with foam mattresses and blankets
  • The agency's 24/7 assistance
  • Mandatory required authorizations
  • Accommodation taxes, administrative fees and VAT

Practical Information

Registration is considered firm and final after payment of a deposit of 30% of the total price and acceptance of the specific terms of sale.

The balance must be paid no later than 45 days before the departure date.

See our specific terms of sale for full details.

In the event of cancellation by the traveller, the following fees apply:

  • Plus de 60 jours avant le départ : 40 % du prix total (acompte retenu)
  • Entre 60 et 30 jours avant le départ : 50 % du prix total
  • Moins de 30 jours avant le départ : 100 % du prix total

We strongly recommend taking out cancellation insurance. See our specific terms of sale for full details.

The information below concerns travelers who are nationals of the European Economic Area (EEA), Switzerland and Canada traveling to Tunisia for a tourist stay. As entry requirements may change, we recommend that you verify this information with the official authorities before your departure.

Passport

To enter Tunisia, your passport must be valid for at least six months after the date of entry into the country and must contain at least one blank page for immigration stamps.
The document must be in good condition (no damaged, torn or altered pages).

Nationals of certain EEA countries (including French citizens) may enter Tunisia with a national identity card that is still valid. However, it is recommended to travel with a valid passport.

Tourist stay without visa

Nationals of the European Economic Area, Switzerland and Canada benefit from visa exemption for tourist stays.

This exemption allows a stay of up to 90 days from the date of entry into Tunisian territory.

The authorities may request:

  • an exit ticket from the territory (return or onward flight),

  • proof of sufficient financial resources for the duration of the stay,

  • a accommodation reservation for at least the first few days of the stay.

Information form on arrival

Upon arrival in Tunisia, travelers may be asked to fill in an information form for the immigration services, which includes in particular:

  • passport information

  • flight details

  • address of first accommodation in Tunisia

This document is usually provided on board the aircraft or is available at the airport upon arrival.

Currency declaration

The introduction of foreign currency into Tunisia is permitted, but any amount exceeding 10,000 euros or equivalent must be declared to customs on arrival. The local currency, the Tunisian dinar (TND), cannot be imported or exported.

Traveling with children

Minors must hold their own passport (or national identity card according to their nationality) valid for the duration of the stay.

When a minor travels without one of their parents, an authorization to leave the territory may be required according to the regulations of the country of residence, as well as a letter of parental consent at the request of the Tunisian authorities.

Other nationalities

Entry conditions may vary according to nationality. Travelers concerned should inquire with the embassy or consulate of Tunisia in their country of residence.

To take part in our trips, it is strongly recommended that you have evacuation assistance and foreign medical expenses insurance cover.

Your local agency encourages you to review the specific policy developed with our partners CHAPKA ASSURANCES and AXA ASSISTANCE.
To purchase insurance, learn about coverage and rates, follow the link below.

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Choose the plan that best suits you:

  • Explorer'Multirisque

  • Explorer'Annulation

  • Explorer'Assistance

  • Explorer' Complémentaire Carte Bancaire

Specific to our trips, we strongly recommend taking out one of these plans.
If you choose to purchase one of these plans, the full policy details outlining all coverage and claims procedures are available on the insurer's website.

Your local agency will have this information, but only the participant is responsible for complying with the claims declaration procedures. Participants must therefore keep this policy with them throughout their trip.

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Frequently asked questions

No, French nationals can stay up to 90 days in Tunisia without a visa. Valid passport for the duration of the stay required (ID card is accepted for organized stays booked through an agency). Confirm conditions with the consulate before departure.

Go to the My Trips section to find all your projects.

You can send a message to your host directly from the Tea Lounge.

For a tailor-made quality trip, expect between €120 and €210 per day per person, including accommodation, meals, internal transportation and activities. International flights (€150-350 return) are additional. Tunisia offers excellent value for money, from the Medina of Tunis to the Sahara.

Your documents are accessible in the Documents tab of your trip.

Absolutely. We adapt each itinerary to traveler profiles. For families, we prioritize relaxed paces, family-friendly accommodations, fun and educational activities, and comfortable private transfers. Our English-speaking local guides know how to capture children's attention with age-appropriate anecdotes.

It's simple. You exchange with our local team to define your wishes, your budget and your dates. You receive a detailed itinerary proposal within 48 hours. You adjust every detail together until you reach the perfect version. You confirm and set off with peace of mind. Your local agency remains available 7 days a week throughout your trip.

In case of emergency, contact your local agency immediately.

Payment is generally made in two installments.

Our agency is part of the Nomadays network, registered in France. You benefit from APST (Association Professionnelle de Solidarité du Tourisme) guarantee which covers 100% of your funds. Secure payment, repatriation insurance included, and English-speaking assistance 24/7 on site throughout your stay.

Arbi, Travel Advisor
27years of expertise

Let's talk about your adventure — Southeast Djerba

Travel Advisor, based in Djerba

“
Dès que l'on s'éloigne des côtes, la Tunisie révèle une abondance de témoins de son histoire. C'est cette Tunisie-là que nous aimons faire découvrir, à votre rythme.

— Arbi

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