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Tozeur Self-Drive Experience Desert Dunes to Ong Jmal, Rising Star Wars

Tozeur, Tunisiaby Attractive Discoveries

  • 3 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: Arabic, English, French

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Overview

Enjoy a unique experience driving your own Suzuki Jimny. Driver's licence Valid compulsory. Maximum 2 people per vehicle. Accompanied by a Professional Guide, you quickly leave the road to enter a wild world where desert of rocks, secret tracks and breathtaking landscapes mix. Along the way, you will discover emblematic places such as Chott el Gharsa, a huge salt lake with a lunar appearance, as well as the famous Ong Jmal, an iconic rock formation of southern Tunisia. The adventure continues between accessible off-road driving sensations, magnificent desert panoramas and total immersion in the Sahara. You then reach the sand dunes, where you enjoy a fun and safe experience before joining the mythical setting of Mos Espa. To close this timeless moment, a Berber aperitif awaits you in the heart of the dunes, in a calm and authentic atmosphere.

What's included

  • 4x4 Self Drive
  • Soda/Pop
  • Snacks
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Coffee and/or Tea

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Stop 1

      30 min

      Your adventure begins right out of Tozeur with an immediate off-piste immersion. Driving your Suzuki Jimny, you quickly leave the road to enter the rocky desert. This first section is specially designed as an initiation phase: varied terrain, light sand, small dunes and rolling tracks. You learn to control your vehicle in a secure environment, while enjoying the first feelings of off-road driving. Along the way, the landscapes become increasingly wild, alternating between sandy areas and rocky passages. You then reach Lake Chamsa, a little known and preserved place in the heart of the desert. Photo break and moment of discovery: quiet and secluded atmosphere contrast between mineral desert and body of water first real feeling of immersion in the Sahara A briefing is carried out on site to prepare the rest of the adventure.

    2. 2

      Stop 2

      1 hour

      After Lake Chamsa, the route becomes wilder and more spectacular. You progress on varied tracks, always accessible, between rocks, sand and relief, to perfect your driving safely. Desert crossing & rally track Along the way you reach the vast expanses of Chott el Gharsa. A highlight of the experience: crossing a salt lake open horizon feeling of freedom You then take portions of tracks used during rallies in the area. Sensations guaranteed: long desert lines typical off-road terrain Dakar atmosphere Landscapes & cinema On the road: wild scenery, secluded spots and locations for films like The English Patient and Indiana Jones. A unique natural setting, almost unreal.

    3. 3

      Stop 3

      30 min

      After crossing Chott el Gharsa, you reach one of the emblematic sites of the Tunisian desert: Ong Jmal. Located on the edge of the chott, this spectacular place offers a unique contrast between salty expanses, sand dunes and rock formations. Nicknamed “the camel’s neck”, Ong Jmal is a natural formation that dominates the desert landscape. Photo Break & Discovery A stop is planned on site to enjoy the site: panoramic photos view of the desert and the chott free exploration around the rock One of the best photo spots in the region. Tea break in the heart of the desert Relaxation with a tea break in a unique setting: quiet atmosphere view of the desert pause before the adventure continues A mythical place Ong Jmal is also known for being the setting for several international films, reinforcing its unique atmosphere.

    4. 4

      Stop 4

      30 min

      After Ong Jmal, you continue your adventure along the vast expanses of Chott el Gharsa, before gradually reaching the first sand dunes of the desert. A briefing is conducted before entering this area to explain the basics of driving on sand and ensure a smooth and safe experience. Experience in the dunes You then enjoy an accessible and pleasant driving on sand: gentle ascents and descents unique driving sensations desert landscapes as far as the eye can see Total immersion in the Sahara, without extreme difficulty. Arrival in Mos Espa Free time to discover this famous Rising Star Wars setting and capture unforgettable photos in a unique setting. Berber aperitif To conclude, enjoy a traditional aperitif installed on a margoum in the heart of the dunes.

    Meeting and pickup

    Opposite the hotel school of Tozeur. Attractive Discoveries Office

    Upon Reservation, we will contact you to arrange the pick-up directly with you.

    End point

    Opposite the hotel school of Tozeur. Attractive Discoveries Office

    Good to know

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Children under 10 years old are not accepted.
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    • Driver’s licence compulsory for the driver.

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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