Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Djerba – First Taste of Tunisia
We arrive on the island of Djerba, where the Mediterranean meets North Africa and the air already feels different. At the airport, you are welcomed by Christel from North View Adventure and Adel, our Tunisian guide — the first of many familiar faces you’ll get to know over the week.
After a short transfer to the hotel and time to freshen up, we head out for our first traditional Tunisian meal. Couscous, tagine, grilled fish — there are no wrong choices here. Then, it’s a relaxed afternoon and evening, a chance to meet fellow travellers, ease into Tunisian hospitality, and quietly adjust to the idea that this week won’t be rushed.
We return to the hotel for a proper night’s sleep. Tomorrow, the desert awaits.
Day 2: Djerba to Jebil National Park – Entering the White Desert
After breakfast, we leave Djerba and head southwest. The landscape slowly opens up, the roads stretch out, and the landscape becomes wider and quieter.
We stop along the way for a traditional lunch before continuing towards Jebil National Park. By late afternoon, we arrive at our first desert camp, where our Berber hosts welcome us with traditional mint tea. Sweet, strong, and symbolic of the generosity that defines desert life.
As the sun lowers, dinner is prepared and shared around the campfire. This is your first night in the Sahara, and you can choose to sleep in a comfortable tent or directly under the vast, star-filled sky. Both options come highly recommended.
Day 3-6: Embracing the Desert’s Rhythm
For the next four days, we’ll let the desert set our pace. We’ll walk for about 4-6 hours each day on the soft white sand of the Grand Erg Oriental. It’s not a race – we’ll take time to breathe, to absorb the landscape around us. We’ll be treasure-hunting, looking for delicate “roses des sables”, nature’s desert sculptures. And if you are lucky, you might spot a stone arrowhead, a tiny piece of human history from thousands of years ago. We’ll pass by natural wells and little oases. As we walk, you’ll feel the stress of everyday life melt away, replaced by a deep sense of peace that only wide-open spaces can offer.
At night, you will be able to choose to either sleep in a tent or directly under the stars. There’s something incredibly grounding about falling asleep directly under the Milky Way. If you are curious, join in with camp life. Try your hand at making bread in the embers, or help gather wood for the fire. Our gentle camels will be with us too to keep us company and eagerly accept cereals and leftovers.
Day 7: From the Berber Hospitality in the Desert to Matmata – Life Carved in Stone
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to our Berber hosts. Farewells are often warmer — and more emotional — than expected. Days spent walking, cooking, and sharing stories in the desert create connections that linger long after the sand has settled.
We travel north toward Matmata, a village famous for its troglodyte houses carved directly into the earth. Stepping inside one of these ancient dwellings feels like stepping back in time. We share a traditional Berber lunch in this extraordinary setting, surrounded by walls that have sheltered generations and a landscape that speaks of resilience and ingenuity.
In the afternoon, we continue to Djerba. There’s time to explore Houmt Souk at your own pace, wandering through winding streets and colourful markets, picking up souvenirs that have stories attached to them — tangible memories of a week immersed in desert life.
Day 8: Fond Farewells
After breakfast, it’s time to pack up and head to the airport. There are goodbyes to say, contact details to exchange, and a few last shared smiles over the week’s memories.
You leave with more than just photos. There’s a quiet sense of having experienced something different, a better understanding of desert life, and a few new friendships formed along the way. The week in the Sahara offers a perspective that stays with you long after you return home — simple, memorable, and unexpectedly grounding.
A Note for First-Time Trekkers
This trek is designed for people with a moderate level of fitness who are comfortable walking several hours a day at a steady, unpressured pace. You do not need prior trekking experience. What matters most is curiosity, openness, and a willingness to share daily life in the desert.
About the Itinerary
All activities on the trek remain the same, whether you book for the April or November departure. The only difference is that the visit to Djerba and its souk may take place on different days, depending on your flight arrival and departure times.
The itinerary may be adjusted slightly depending on weather conditions, the group’s energy levels, or logistical considerations. This flexibility is a normal part of desert travel and ensures the experience remains safe, comfortable, and enjoyable for everyone.
- All transfers during the trip
- Visit to Houmt Souk in Djerba and its bustling market
- 5-day/5-night guided trek
- Meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
- Snacks and water throughout the trek
- Fully guided trek with camel support
- North View Adventure representative throughout
- Tents, foam mats, and blankets for desert nights
- 2 night’s accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Djerba on Day 1 and 7
- Return flights to Djerba
- Personal travel insurance
- Additional meals, snacks, or drinks
- Personal purchases
- Discretionary tips
- Outbound: Saturday 11 April, London Luton 7.20am – Djerba 10.45am
- Inbound: Saturday 18 April, Djerba 11.35am – London Luton 3pm
- Outbound: Tuesday 3 November, London Luton 2.40pm – Djerba 7pm
- Inbound: Tuesday 10 November, Djerba 7.55pm – London Luton 22.25pmTo book, visit https://www.easyjet.com We strongly recommend booking early to secure the best fare and avoid disappointment.
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- A 25% deposit is required to secure your booking.
- The balance is due 6 months prior to departure.
- There is a minimum of participants for all of our treks. If the departure doesn’t go ahead due to an insufficient number of people booked, you will be notified no later than a month before departure and you will receive a full refund.
- Any cancellation once the departure has been guaranteed by us will incur a cancellation fee
- You must have personal travel insurance, including hospitalisation and repatriation. We strongly recommend purchasing it once your booking is confirmed. We will require a copy of your policy
