How Much Does a Tunisia Desert Trip Cost?
Tunisia is one of the most affordable Sahara destinations in North Africa. Here is a transparent budget breakdown so you know exactly what to expect — from organized tours to DIY travel, camps, activities and daily expenses.
Tour Prices
- 2-day Sahara tour (from Djerba): €120-180 per person, including transport, one camp night (half board), a guide and a camel ride.
- 3-day circuit (north loop): €250-300, including two nights (hotel + camp), transport, guide, and major sites.
- Private luxury tour (3 days): from €290, with private 4x4, saharan suite and gourmet meals.
- Star Wars day trip (from Tozeur): €80-120 per person.
Camp & Bivouac Prices
- Traditional Berber camp night: €40-60 with dinner and breakfast.
- Luxury saharan suite: €80-120 per night.
- Wild bivouac (guided): €50-70, including dinner, guide and equipment.
Activity Prices
- Camel ride (1-2 hours): €15-25.
- Quad biking (1-2 hours): €25-50.
- Sandboarding: often free at the camp, or €5-10.
- 4x4 dune excursion: €30-60 per person.
Daily Expenses (Independent Travel)
If you travel independently to Douz or Tozeur and book locally:
- Budget hotel: €25-40 per night.
- Meals: €10-20 per day (local restaurants).
- Local transport: €5-15 per day (shared taxis, louages).
The Tunisian Dinar (TND) is the local currency. At time of writing, 1 EUR is approximately 3.3 TND. Carry cash — cards are rarely accepted outside hotels.
Total Budget Examples
- Budget 2-day trip: ~€150-200 (organized tour from Djerba, all included).
- Mid-range 3-day trip: ~€300-400 (3-day circuit, one extra activity).
- Luxury 3-day trip: ~€500-700 (private 4x4, saharan suite, extra activities).
- Full-week adventure: ~€600-900 (3-day circuit + multi-day meharee + extras).
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Tunisia is significantly cheaper than Morocco for a comparable Sahara experience — a 2-day tour with a camp night costs around €120-180 versus €200-300+ in Morocco.
Typically: hotel pick-up and return, all transport (including 4x4 sections), accommodation with half board, a local guide, and a camel ride. Activities like quad biking are usually extra.
Around €50-100 in Tunisian Dinars per person for extras — tips, craft shopping, optional activities and drinks. Your main tour is usually prepaid.