Sunset Camel Ride with Traditional Tea & Berber Picnic

About this experience

Location: Tozeur Palm Grove or Desert Dunes
Tour Type: Private or Small Group Camel Experience
Duration: 2 hours
Departure: Daily, 1.5 hours before sunset

Overview

Experience the timeless magic of the Sahara on a guided sunset camel ride through the palm groves or soft desert dunes surrounding Tozeur. This 2-hour experience includes a traditional Berber tea and picnic stop, where you’ll relax on cushions under the golden sky and taste local flatbread, olives, dates, and mint tea prepared the old way. Ideal for families, couples, and slow travelers, this is a peaceful escape into local culture and nature.

Detailed Itinerary

Start Time: 1.5 hours before sunset (exact time adjusted seasonally)

– Hotel Pickup in Tozeur or Meeting Point Transfer
Your driver will collect you from your hotel or designated point and take you to the camel base on the edge of Tozeur’s oasis or desert trailhead.

– Welcome & Camel Briefing
Meet your friendly camel handler and mount your camel (one person per camel or two on request). Your guide will give a short orientation on the route and what to expect.

– Camel Ride into the Oasis or Desert Dunes
Begin your gentle ride as the sun begins to lower, casting golden light across palm trees or desert hills. Your guide will lead you along a quiet, scenic path — ideal for taking photos or simply soaking in the silence.

– Traditional Tea Stop & Berber Picnic
Midway, stop for a short rest at a small palm-shaded spot or viewpoint. Sit on traditional cushions and rugs while your host prepares fresh mint tea, served with local flatbread, olives, and dates. Learn how locals make their bread and enjoy this slow, peaceful cultural pause.

– Return Camel Ride to Base
After tea, remount your camel and return gently to the starting point.

– Hotel Drop-off
After dismounting, your driver will return you to your accommodation.

Highlights

• Ride a camel at golden hour through the desert or palm grove
• Enjoy a relaxing stop with freshly brewed mint tea and light picnic
• Learn about traditional bread-making and Berber hospitality
• Peaceful and authentic Saharan experience
• Ideal for couples, families, or first-time desert explorers

Included

• Round-trip hotel transfers from Tozeur or Nefta
• Camel ride (1 camel per person or shared on request)
• Local guide and camel handler
• Mint tea and traditional snacks (flatbread, olives, dates)
• All taxes and fees

Additional Information

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Sunset times vary — pickup time will be confirmed upon booking
• Not recommended for people with back problems
• Wear long pants and closed shoes for comfort
• Vegetarian options available
• Private experience available for couples or families on request