Tozeur: Private 4x4 Tour to Chebika, Tamerza, and Midès


About This Experience
The mountain oases sit in the range behind Tozeur, and a private 4x4 is the right way to see them: the roads are narrow, the stops are short, and the light changes fast in the canyons.
Chebika is a spring in a cleft of rock with a palm grove below it and the ruins of the old village on the slope — abandoned after the floods of 1969. Tamerza has the waterfall and the largest of the three ghost villages. Midès sits on the lip of a canyon on the Algerian border, which is the view most people come for.
Five hours with a private driver and a local guide, from a Tozeur hotel pickup.
Highlights
- Enjoy total flexibility to stop anywhere for photos and panoramic views
- Discover hidden waterfalls and ancient ghost villages
- Explore three legendary mountain oases in a private air-conditioned 4x4
What's Included
- ✓ Private 4x4 vehicle (with chauffeur)
- ✓ Fuel for the duration of the tour
- ✓ Tour guide
- ✓ Bottled water in the vehicle
- ✓ Entry tickets
- ✓ Car seat (if required)
- ✓ No hidden fees
Not Included
- Food
- Extra activities
- Souvenirs
- Tips
What to Bring
- Comfortable shoes
Good to Know & Caveats
- Customers must provide their exact name and address to arrange their private pick up and must be ready on time
- Customers should expect a moderate amount of walking during this tour on uneven terrain and be aware that there are stone steps and natural dirt trails within the canyons
- Please let us know in advance if you're bringing a furry friend!
Not Suitable For
- People with back problems
- People with heart problems
- Wheelchair users
- People with recent surgeries
- People over 95 years
Meeting Point
Pickup from your hotel in Tozeur; your driver waits with a name sign.
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.9/5 by 18 verified GetYourGuide travelers.
Excellent choice to rely on Koufa Travel: friendly and helpful driver, knowledgeable and kind guide, punctuality, and a nice appearance, including the clothing. Everything was good; recommended.
— pietro massimo, Septemb
Punctuality, the driver's welcome. Clear explanations. Very courteous interaction. We were notified of his arrival via a message and a photo. Everything was perfect. Breathtaking scenery.
— Ben, August
The scenery was breathtaking. Respectful, interesting, and professional live guide. Responsive and professional agency. Nothing to say; it was perfect.
— Mehdi, August
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a private tour?
Yes — a private vehicle with a chauffeur and a local guide, priced per person with no other group joining.
Does it visit the Star Wars sets?
No. Mos Espa and Ong Jmal lie in the other direction from Tozeur; see <a href='/mos-espa-tours/'>Mos Espa tours</a> for itineraries that include them.
How much walking is there?
Short walks on uneven rock at each oasis — a few hundred metres at Chebika and Tamerza, a clifftop path at Midès. Trainers are enough.
Is it suitable in summer?
The canyons are hot by late morning, so a half-day tour that starts early is the sensible summer choice.














