From Djerba: Sunset & Sunrise Desert by 4x4 with Tent Night

Name: From Djerba: Sunset & Sunrise Desert by 4x4 with Tent Night
Brand: GetYourGuide
Price: 144.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.78 (574 reviews)

4.8 (574 verified reviews)

Sun setting over the dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental

A 4x4 climbing a steep dune on the run towards Ksar Ghilane

Travellers and camels resting on open sand in the late afternoon

Low sun raking across a dune crest in the Tunisian Sahara

Saddled camels waiting beside a dune before the trek out

About This Experience

Most Djerba desert trips leave at dawn and get you back after dark. This one inverts the day: pickup is at 11am, which means the drive south happens in the middle of the day and you arrive at the sand for the part worth being there for.

The first stop is Chahbania, the salt lake where the white plain mirrors the sky. Ksar Hadada — the Berber granary that appears as Mos Espa's slave quarters in The Phantom Menace — comes next, then the oasis at Ksar Ghilane, where there is time for the hot spring and an optional quad ride over the dunes.

Sunset is at the camp, dinner is Berber, and the night is spent in a tent. You are woken for the sunrise, which in the Grand Erg is the reason people book the overnight version rather than the day trip.

Highlights

Explore this historic ksar offering insight into ancient desert living
Experience the stunning beauty of a desert sunset, and colors of the landscape
Relax in natural hot springs at Ksar Ghilane
Enjoy a Berber tent night with traditional dinner and Bedouin music
Watch the sunrise in the desert and opt for a camel ride

What's Included

✓ Pickup and drop-off at your hotel or guesthouse
✓ Transportation
✓ Visits
✓ Tour guide
✓ Dinner
✓ Breakfast
✓ Night in a camp

Not Included

Personal expenses
Tips
Camel ride
Quad tour
Drinks

What to Bring

Sunglasses
Sun hat
Towel
Sunscreen
Beachwear
Cash

Good to Know & Caveats

This excursion lasts approximately 24 hours, with departure around 11:00 AM and return at 11h00 AM the next day
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, and bringing a light jacket for the evening.
A local breakfast, lunch and dinner are included in the experience.
Swimming in the natural hot spring at Ksar Ghilane is possible — don’t forget your swimsuit and towel!
This is an authentic off-the-beaten-path experience, combining desert landscapes with iconic Star Wars filming locations.
The sunset and the sunrise over the dunes are truly breathtaking — a highlight of the tour.
A night in a camp is magical
In case of high temperatures, shaded breaks and fresh water will be provided.
Optional quad ride in the desert available on-site for those seeking an adrenaline rush (subject to availability).
Camel rides are also available as an optional add-on for a more traditional desert experience.

Meeting Point

Hotel pickup in Djerba and Zarzis at about 11am on day one; you are returned to your hotel late the following morning.

What Travelers Say

Rated 4.8/5 by 574 verified GetYourGuide travelers.

Our guide Nasser was great. There were 6 of us, the others were French, but he explained everything to me again in English! Unfortunately, the Oasis Ksar Gilane was too big, so there was no real Berber feeling. But if you pull your bed out of the concrete tent, the night under the stars was indescribable!!!!
— Daniel, Septemb

A great day trip – a delight from start to finish. Special mention for our live guide +++++ ask for Nasser.
— david Ferreira, Septemb

A fantastic experience with Nasser, who entertained us all, trying not to exclude anyone (a group of Italians, French, and Poles): a ride on quads and beautiful, well-behaved dromedaries, but the view of the stars in the heart of the desert was amazing. In short, a priceless experience.
— Trieu Tha, Septemb

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does this tour start?

Pickup is around 11am from hotels in Djerba and Zarzis — a late start by southern-tour standards, so you are at the dunes for sunset rather than at midday.

What are the tents like?

Fixed Bedouin-style tents at a permanent desert camp, with bedding provided and dinner and breakfast included. Nights in the Sahara are cold from November to March; bring a layer.

Is the hot spring part of this tour?

Yes. The stop at Ksar Ghilane includes time at the spring-fed pool, so pack a swimsuit and towel.

Is a quad ride included?

No — quad and camel rides at Ksar Ghilane are optional extras paid on the day.