Djerba La Fidele (Tunisia) -

Discovery

Excursions desk

A stay at Club Med is the perfect opportunity to leave everyday realities behind and experience something completely new.

The excursion programme is given as an indication.

The Club Med has drawn up a Responsible Tourismcharter for all the destinations it serves, to guarantee responsible practice towards the environment, both natural and cultural, and ethical participation towards local economic development.

We kindly invite you to download the "Responsible Tourism in Tunisia" charter.

Please click here: Charte "Responsible tourism in Tunisia"

Berber villages (1 day) "From the top of this mountain I admired the citadel. At the sight of the mosque, I thought of the legend of the seven sleepers. This is where I discovered the Berber people."

As you come round the bend of a winding round on the southern plateau, the splendid Berber village of Guermessa comes into sight. Built on two hills, the ruins of this ancient village served as a bastion against the enemy. You'll be faxcinated by the mosque and its curious legendary tombs of the seven sleepers. Continue your exploration of Berber culture at the market at Tataouine.

For information:
Cultural excursion with a G.O. and a qualified guide recognised by the Ministry of Tourism
Transport by 4x4
Travel time: 4 hours 30 minutes.
Chenini et Tataouine (1 day) "I adored the colourful atmosphere of the souks, explored this ancient Berber village and discovered the Ghorfas of Ksar-Haddada"

Recommended by our Excursions desk.

The strange and ghostly Ksour region, in the hills of Djebel Dahar, is one of the cradles of Berber culture. You'll love the souk of Tataouine, a peaceful little town like something out of the Far West, and you'll be amazed by the Berber village of Chenini, with its houses dug out of the rock face that seem to be slowly sinking into the ground

After lunch, you'll visit the fortified granaries of Ksar-Hadada with its magnificent ghorfas grouped together like honeycomb.

For information:
Cultural excursion with a qualified guide, recognised by the Ministry of Tourism
Transport by bus
Travel time: 3 hours 30 minutes.
Desert and Oasis (2 days) "To see these extreme landscapes, this ocean of incredible dunes, realm of silence and nomadic peoples, has been an unforgettable experience."

During these two days in the Reg (desert of stone), you'll be literally enchanted by the beauty of Ksar Hallouf and its fabulous ghorfas. The camel ride takes you to the majestic dunes of the Sahara. A night in a Bedouin camp will allow you to observe the profound silence and ever-changing beauty of the desert. The next day, discover the village of Tamezret and the troglodyte village of Matmata where "Star Wars" was shot.

For information:
Cultural excursion accompanied by a G.O® and a qualified guide, recognised by the Ministry of Tourism
Transport by 4x4
Travel time: 6 hours 30 minutes.
Island tour (1/2 day) "I loved this gentle island, admired the skill of its artisans and discovered the charm of the souks".

You'll fall under the spell of this island with its vast diversity of ethnic groups and religions, unique in Tunisia. Travel through orchards, olive groves and palm groves, to the museum of popular arts and traditions. At Guellala you'll be charmed by the master potter as he shapes the clay with his fingers in front of you. At the Synagogue of El Ghriba you'll see one of the oldest Torahs in the world, and have time to do some shopping in the island's charming capital.

For information:
Cultural excursion with a G.O. and a qualified guide recognised by the Ministry of Tourism
Transport by bus
Matmata (1 day) "I marvelled at this unique site, where the film "Star Wars" was shot. I absolutely adored the camel ride."

Recommended by the Excursions desk.

You'll cross the stone desert to the land of the Amazigh Berbers and their legendary dwellings. The troglodyte houses give the landscape an almost surreal character.

Let your camel guide you through this amazing setting, the fabulous location where "Star Wars" was shot.

For information:
Cultural excursion with a G.O. and a qualified guide, certified by the Ministry of Tourism
Transport by 4x4
Travel time: 3 hours 30 minutes.
Zarzis market (1/2 day) "Just the other side of the Roman road you'll be charmed by this fishing village, with its traditional market stalls."

From the little port lined with date trees, olive trees and beautiful beaches, take the Roman road to the Zarzis peninsula. You'll have free time to visit the traditional market with fruit and vegetables, spices and animals. Authentic Tunisia.

For information:
Cultural and shopping excursion, with a G.O. and an independent guide
Transport by bus
Travel time: 45 minutes.