The Silence of the Desert

Upon your arrival at Djerba-Zarzis airport, you will be warmly welcomed for this Saharan adventure, promising rich emotions and moments of silence. Depending on your flight time, two options are available: Either a stay on the island of Djerba, in a comfortable half-board hotel, allowing a gentle transition between sea and desert. Or an immediate 4x4 transfer through the changing landscapes of southern Tunisia, heading towards Douz, the legendary “gateway to the desert,” where the asphalt gives way to endless sands. Upon arrival in Douz, you will settle into your hotel on a half-board basis, in an authentic Saharan atmosphere. The town, peaceful and lined with palm trees, offers a preview of the nomadic world you are about to explore on foot. The night is perfect for rest… tomorrow, the desert awaits you.

Saharan immersion between dunes, silence, and stars On the morning of departure in Douz, you will meet those who will share your adventure: your Saharan guide, the camel drivers, the cook, and the dromedaries carrying the bivouac… A team of passionate people deeply rooted in this land of sand and wind, ready to guide you through the vastness of the Sahara. The trek begins in the heart of the Grand Erg Oriental, a desert of dunes in shades of ochre, copper, and gold. Each day, your walk will take you deeper into the intimacy of the desert: from Limezil to Bir El Hadj, from Erg Zmilet to Heguif Elboum, until the shining oasis of Ksar Ghilane, where the orange sands blaze at sunset. In this world without fixed landmarks, silence becomes a guide. Step by step, you enter another temporality — that of the desert — where your heartbeat aligns with the slow rhythm of the caravan. During the day, your steps may cross traces of fennecs, jerboas, or some hardy tufts of Saharan grass — fragile witnesses of life in this mineral universe. At nightfall, the bivouac is set up under the stars, flames dance around the fire, nomadic stories mingle with the scent of tea, and laughter bursts out in the cool night. Above you, the sky reveals its full splendor, infinite, dotted with stars shining boldly. This five-day desert journey is much more than a hike: it is an inner journey, a return to the essentials, an experience that leaves a mark.

The last morning in the desert takes you to one of its most iconic gems: the oasis of Ksar Ghilane, a green haven nestled among the fiery dunes. On the way, you will stop at the Roman Fort of Tisavar, an ancient sentinel overlooking the Saharan horizon — a silent relic of another time. Upon arrival at the oasis, the warm, sulfurous water of the natural spring awaits you. You can immerse your hands, feet — or your whole body — for a moment of relaxation in this open-air natural pool with soothing properties. For the curious or adventurous, optional activities are offered (at extra cost): → Quad biking through the rolling dunes, → Horseback or camel excursions to the far edges of the oasis, → Or simply strolling among the palm trees, tents, and memories. After a lunch under the palms, it will be time to gently leave the desert. On board 4x4 vehicles, you will cross again the reg and rocky tracks until you reach the sea and the island of Djerba. In the evening, you will settle into your hotel on a half-board basis on the island, for one last night under the Mediterranean sky… sand still in your shoes, and the desert deeply rooted in your heart.

The sun rises one last time over Djerba, bathing the streets of Houmt Souk in a soft golden light. After a peaceful breakfast, it’s time to pack your bags — though a part of you will surely remain here, somewhere between the desert and the sea. Your transfer to Djerba-Zarzis Airport awaits, punctuated by final glimpses of palm trees, whitewashed domes, and the endless blue sky. Assistance is provided for departure formalities, ensuring that this final moment unfolds in complete serenity. You leave Tunisia with sand in your pockets, images in your eyes… and perhaps a piece of the Sahara in your heart.