Dunes Insolites
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- Bedouin-style encampment on the edge of Sabria in the Tunisian Sahara
- Desert activities include sandboarding, quad biking and stargazing
- Traditional tents and a restaurant in the middle of desert landscapes
When you’re looking to up the ante on the location front, Dunes Insolites may be the very place for you. Set deep in the Tunisian Sahara on the outskirts of Sabria and 40 minutes’ drive south of Douz, this site is in a spectacularly scenic spot with comfortable accommodation surrounded by ever-shifting golden dunes of the desert – and a million dancing stars in the skies on clear nights.
The family-friendly tents here all have proper beds (all linens provided), traditional Berber rugs and solar-powered lighting. Ornate lamps light the track to the tents after dark, and hot showers are available too. A stay includes a typical Bedouin dinner served in a tent, occasional entertainment and breakfast at sunrise overlooking the sand; the site also has a campfire, a rest area with mats and cushions, and a chillout zone where you can relax with shisha pipes after a day exploring the desert.
Transport by air-conditioned vehicle is available from all over Tunisia, but the site is also easily accessible by car without the need for a four-wheel drive.
Campground type
20Open all year
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- At least one of the party members must be aged 20 or over.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
German
Polish
Spanish
Italian
Portuguese
Luxembourgish
Wifi at the unit/site
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis WatersportsAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearCamping 2.0
Jumbo tent sitesThemes
Desert Wild campingUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearbyType
Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Climbing nearby Leisure/theme park nearbyLocation
Dunes Insolites
Sabria
Kebili Tunisia
Es Sabria
Faouar
Tunisia
4264
Directions Timezone
Africa/Tunis +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
33.34028°N
8.73126°E
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
You can try all manner of activities when staying at Dunes Insolites. Discover the Tunisian desert on a camel ride across the dunes, travelling at the pace of traditional nomadic Bedouin caravans, or raise the speed somewhat with thrilling quad bike rides bumping over the dunes or four-wheel drive excursions to hidden oases, archaeological sites and ancient ruins.
The camp’s tour guides can also take you on fast-paced sandboarding adventures down steep dunes. Alternatively, you can learn how to make local ‘khobz el mella’ bread on hot coals buried in the sand, or spend the night in a desert bivouac with just the stars for company – see how constellations you can spot when you’re far away from any artificial light (they’re especially bright in summer).
The local town of Sabria (10 minutes’ drive) has a scattering of cafés and shops, plus a centuries-old fort currently undergoing restoration.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Dunes Insolites have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dunes Insolites dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dunes Insolites? You can try all manner of activities when staying at Dunes Insolites. Discover the Tunisian desert on a camel ride across the dunes, travelling at the pace of traditional nomadic Bedouin caravans, … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dunes Insolites?
Read moreOn-park accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Dunes Insolites? From $114.35 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.