Hike Desert, Canyons and Berber Villages in Tunisia

A great mix of accommodation and terrains for hiking. Two long transfer days but this didn’t detract from the experience. Whilst hiking is classed as moderate, it was worth noting that some elements were quite technical and your need a good for heights on a couple of the sections. Packing list was not specific enough for the cold night temperatures.

The hiking was varied, from desert to dunes and canyons and a great way to see a different side to the country. Some of the travel days were longer than anticipated once rest stops were added in but the transport was comfortable and the roads good. One word of warning if travelling in the winter - it can be very cold particularly at night so layer up appropriately

A really well organised trip with activities that showcased Southern Tunisia well. Xmas night meal/wild camp in the Sahara was a standout.

A very different hiking trail compared to the ones I usually do. Hiking through the sand dunes and the wild camping experience were the highlights for me. The rest of the landscape and viewpoints were somewhat similar to the hikes. The guides were very helpful, and I enjoyed the trip throughout.

Awesome hiking and views. Accomodating leader. If booking in winter months be prepared for it to be very cold at night!!

Explicit detail around the heating of accommodation is needed. The tents for the wild camping need to zip up, none of them completely closed. The two day guide for the walks was great, a real ambassador, he made a huge effort. Our guide for the whole tour would benefit from a screen detox and although helpful when approached, perhaps could engage more. The second accommodation needs to be removed, it looks nice but it really missed the mark in cleanliness and quality of the food.

The tour was well-organised and offered a lot of variety—different landscapes every day. The accommodations were cool and unique, though it was pretty cold in December, especially without heating in most places.

One thing to note: the driving time was longer than stated in the itinerary. Day 1 was over 7 hours with short lunch and toilet stops, so we didn’t get to our guest house until after 8 PM. Definitely come prepared for long drives with snacks and entertainment!

The hiking was mostly flat, but some scrambling was needed. The wind made it tougher, like a natural workout! Overall, a great trip, but be ready for cold weather in December and long drives on a couple of days.

What a wonderful trip - I loved the varied landscapes and accommodation. Be warned if you’re travelling in December - it was cold with a bitter wind when walking and the nights were also cold. Take lots of layers. I took my own sleeping bag, which I was grateful for, especially with the night wild camping as the duvets and sleeping bags provided were not very clean.

Great trip that gives you the opportunity to see authentic Tunisia. Hiking in the south through the mountains and remote Berber settlements we saw no other tourists. But bear in mind the local guesthouses do not have heating and it was very cold! Pack thermals and lots of warm clothes if doing this trip in winter. You won’t need shorts and T-shirts!

A long time ago in a Galaxy far, far away. . . . . . . a band of plucky Rebels ventured South escaping from the Empire of package holidays in the North.

This is not a Star Wars tour but with so many locations from the films in close proximity it's easy for fans to indulge. Our fantastic guide Ahmed arranging some extra stops for those needing to experience the Force.

You do feel quite the oddity arriving amongst the package holiday makers in your hiking boots but once whisked away to the south you leave all that behind you! The hikes were comfortable with a little scrambling at times but nothing technical and the terrain varied from rugged canyons to hiking barefoot in the sand dunes.

The real treat was the variety of the accomodation, rustic but so unique from cave dwellings to tents amongst the dunes under the Milky Way. The nights at Dunes Insolites and the wild camp an absolute highlight.

Whilst overall a fantastic trip with a brilliant group of like minded travellers it's worth being aware that the drive to the south (and then back again) are long. 5 hours on the itinerary but factoring in for rest stops its more like 7. That, and the fact the final two nights accomodation meant the group was split were the only slight downers on an otherwise amazing week

We hiked in dramatic, varied and and unusual landscapes and learned some interesting history. The accommodation on the tour was quite unique and it was lovely to spend the night in the beautiful riad after the wild - camping night in the desert.

Ahmed was a great guide and was very well organised.

Some of the restaurants could have catered for vegetarians a bit better as often the meat had simply been removed with no replacement.

Overall a great trip and highly recommended.

Great adventure to Tunisia! Guides were brilliant, our driver was really good. The only negative I have is the riad second from last day, we were put into two different ones although the same company one was definitely better than the other and we felt it wasn’t quite luxurious as it was made out to be. The hiking was incredible as were the views. Thankyou

Would thoroughly recommend, some accommodations and meals a little basic, but at the level expected for a remote trip like this. Great company and wonderful surroundings, like Ronseal “it does what it says on the tin”.

A great adventure, really well organised and an amazing look into the lives of the Berber in this part of the world. Stunning scenery and a great bunch of like minded team mates

From sleeping in caves, in the desert to fantastic riads this trip covers them all. The hiking also encompasses a big variety of landscapes from rocky canyons to flat deserts.

Thanks to Ahmed and the team for looking after us so well as we hiked trough a different setting everyday. Waking up and seeing the Berber village after our first night in the caves was the best start to the trip. With the absolute highlight being the desert trek with the camels and spending the night under the stars - it was incredible. We could never have discovered such authentic local experiences if travelling alone. We’re already looking at where our next MBA trip will take us.

I have travelled many times to the continent of Africa, but this was my first experience of Tunisia. Once away from the busy airport and driving down into the south, Tunisia is a beautiful country. If you love hiking through beautiful and striking landscapes, culture and history then this trip has those in abundance. The night out in the desert under the stars was amazing. Our group huddled around the campfire watching our wonderful camel drivers prepare our delicious dinner- a core memory of the trip! The accommodation was a mixture of rustic, traditional and then a couple of nights in very charming guesthouses and bring your swimming costume for a swim in the pool! The group was awesome, we had a great time together.

We had the most amazing trip bouncing through Tunisia. I cannot fault a single thing. Very well organised. Our driver and guide were both cheerful and couldn’t help us enough. Nothing was too much for them. I received almost daily emails in the week approaching the start to make sure everything was ok, we didn’t have any questions and that we knew what we were doing, how and where. I can’t recommend this enough. It’s an experience I will never forget.

Overall the adventure was informative, distance on specific days could have been extended. It covered some good aspects of the berber villages/history🙏 A pleasurable experience 🙏

Fantastic exploration of southern Tunisia , with rewarding hikes , scenic views and unique accommodations. Our local host Ahmed was very gracious, thoughtful , and especially attentive to various dietary restrictions of the group 10/10.

Recommend adjusting breakfast portions as some days it was quite light, would consider bringing more snacks and protein bars

We had an amazing time. The landscapes are stunning and there is a really nice variety in what you see. The accommodations are varied and all special in their own way. The cave dwellings were so memorable, the guesthouse in the oasis town of Tozeur was luxurious. The Berber villages are beautiful but the real highlight was the treck in the Sahara. The camel drivers were so attentive, and took such good care of us. The sand is so soft, almost pillowy, and cool to the touch (in October). Ahmed is a very charming, organized guide and does a good job of introducing you to the history and culture of Tunisia. He took extra care to make sure all of my meals were vegetarian. The hikes are very manageable (the biggest challenge is the oppressive heat and sun). The food is quite good, but it can be a bit light for breakfasts and lunches on some days (would recommend packing a bunch of protein bars).

The first and last days were a bit intense with the long travel, but everything in between more than made up for it. The real fun began the moment we settled into the cave for the night — it was raw, rewarding, and far beyond expectations. Every day brought a new adventure: exploring caves, hiking to the top of the peaks, visiting Berber villages, and camping in the desert under the stars.

Our lead guide, Ahmad, was very knowledgeable and clearly knew what he was doing. The driver was always smiling and ready to help, and all the local guides were friendly and informative. The group dynamic was great, and everyone got along really well. This is my second trip with MBA within just a few months. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — an unforgettable experience all around!

I travelled on the first tour in December 2024, overall this was a fantastic trip but with some room for improvement.

The landscapes were really varied, unlike anything I've experienced before. It was very quiet, we saw no other people on the hikes apart from local shepherds and very few other people at the accommodation. The locals we met were friendly, the food was good and plentiful.

Now for the not as good bits - the first two nights at Douiret are fairly rustic (especially the shared bathroom facilities), however, the views and the breakfast (the best out of everywhere we stayed) more than made up for it.

The riad was amazing but we arrived so late in the day we didn't have time to fully enjoy it. Many of the group who had been sharing a room up to this date were given their own private rooms, as someone who had paid a single supplement this felt unfair, but I suppose it's a case of 'you win some, you lose some'.

The length of hikes vary from what is stated on the itinerary (all much shorter), we also completed them in a much quicker time than stated. This however did leave us with time for ourselves, I'd recommend taking a pack of cards for entertainment.

Our guide Chedi was very much 'hands-off' and was clearly not a hiker, so much more could have been gained from this trip with a more engaging guide, I see from more recent reviews another guide is mentioned so this can only be a good thing.

The local experts for each area were all excellent other than at Sidi Bouhel, the chap here was unprofessional and made one of our group feel uncomfortable.

Despite the above, I really did love this trip, I just wish I'd brought more dates and harissa home with me!

This one will really stay with me! The tour experience was exceptional. The landscape was stunning and dramatic as we moved from place to place. The hikes were varied and unique. They were manageable, but be sure you have good boots for rocky terrain. There are some steep, sidehill sections at elevation. The Tunisian people are so friendly and welcoming. I really enjoyed the food and appreciated the effort to accommodate a vegetarian diet. Each night's lodging was really like opening a surprise package. I was amazed and never disappointed. The local guides were key in making this trip a very authentic experience. Each guide was great. I especially enjoyed our guides into the desert with the camels. They were so friendly and warm, and they sure knew how to cook in the desert conditions! Our guide Ahmed kept the whole tour well organized and was highly responsible. He didn't fail to impart his knowledge of Tunisia and his passion for his country and people. I highly recommend this tour to adventure seekers.

I have traveled pretty extensively in the developing world, typically looking for opportunities that get away from the usual tourist experience. There were so few guided group tours that visited southern Tunisia that I was drawn to this itinerary, and it did not disappoint. The diversity of the landscapes made for some stunning hikes, but I was most touched by the warmth and curiosity of the Tunisians with whom I interacted. Unlike some places in the world where one feels pressured to buy in a local market or face stress getting ripped off in tourist scams, I did not once feel like I was being hustled by anyone, which is a bit unique for the region. I also felt safe as a foreign woman, and able to ask questions, practice a little Tunisian dialect (a fascinating mix of Arabic and French) and get a sense of what life is like in this part of the world. If these are primary goals of your own travels, I highly recommend this experience. Guiding is strong (Ahmed is easy to talk to and will help clear up any cultural confusion) and the local guides in particular were clearly proud of their corners of the country. Huge shout out to Fatih our driver, who was really so much more than that, joining us during dinners, helping us with our luggage and generally providing support and encouragement after a long trek.

Itinerary was perfect - every day was beautiful and totally different terrain- with no really early starts which was a bonus! Ahmed & the guides shared rich historical and local insights that you wouldn't find traveling alone. My highlights were the desert trekking led by the incredible camels, staying in Raouf's gite, exploring traditional Berber lifestyle, and the food - you won't go hungry on this trip!

Really interesting and varied trip in a very different landscape. Great fun with a top guide and a great bunch of people.

I chose this trip because I have never been to Tunisia and I was intrigued to discover it on foot. The highlights were: our guide Ahmed who was both knowledgeable and funny; trekking in the Sahara with the camels, eating bread made on the coals in the sand, the unimaginable sky away from light pollution; the first two nights in the “cave hotel” and hiking in the mountain and the canyon. We had a great group — I have never had a bad one with Much Better Adventures.

The only things to be mindful of: there are two long drives at the beginning and at the end which could be enervating; you don’t need water purification tablets or towels; you need to budget for tips for this trip as well as extra dinners (as listed) and the hammam experience was nice but it wasn’t the best. You might just want to relax by a nice pool with WiFi and a cup of tea.

This is an incredible trip that takes you away from classic tourist areas of Tunisia and gives you a proper insight into it's amazing landscapes and interesting culture. The walks are varied and as described but there were so many wow moments along the way. Our magical 24hrs in the Sahara is something I'll never forget! The lead guide on this trip, Ahmed, is fantastic as was our driver Fehti. Thanks to them, MBA and all the local hosts and guides we met along the way for another fabulous adventure!