On the beach
White sand and blue skies
With its fantastic coastline, 1,250 kilometres of fine sandy beaches and its string of idyllic islands, Tunisia is one of the best-known Mediterranean destinations for seaside holidays. From Nabeul to Mahdia, from Tabarka to Djerba, hotels with lush green gardens jostle for space along the coast. The sea stretches out like a magnificent blue mirror; children play in the water, the multi-coloured domes of parasail wings rise up into the sky, windsurfers crisscross over the water, jet skis buzz along the shoreline… The wide range of hotels, resorts, activities and leisure options guarantee a fun-packed holiday. Less well known are some of Tunisia’s romantic beaches, well-kept secrets off the beaten path, studded with unusually shaped rocks, or lined with palm trees and golden sand dunes.
The Islands
1,250 km of coastline, with a whole host of islands to choose from.
In the north, 36 miles from Tabarka, the archipelago of Galite has six islands and is a popular, unique area for boat trips. These uninhabited granite islands are a little paradise of well-preserved nature. On either side of Bizerte, the coat is studded with charmingly enchanting capes and bays; a string of islands encircles the shore coastline – the Cani islands, the Fratelli islands, Pilau Island and Plane Island. From Gammarth, next to Carthage, you can travel by sea to the wild little coves of Cap Bon and Zembra island, a nature reserve and national park. And if you are travelling along the Sahel coast near Sousse, you’ll find the small island of Kuriat.
But to get back in touch with nature, what could be better than a break on one of Tunisia’s sunny southern islands, far removed from the hustle and bustle? Djerba and the Kerkennah Islands, on the edge of the country’s deep south, boast shimmering blue water, palm trees that sway gently in the wind and the peace and quiet of a landscape shrouded in a blanket of sand. The Kerkennah Islands (14 islands) are a well-kept paradise. The most famous of Tunisia’s islands, Djerba, is flanked by two smaller islands (El Guettaya Gablia and El Guettaya Bahria). And while the northern coast of Djerba has become a major tourist resort, the inland region and stunning white sandy beaches have managed to hold on to their peace and quiet. You can stay in an old country manor house – known here as a menzel –, in a little village house or in one of the many fondouks where travelling salesmen used to break their journeys. Under a whitewashed arch or in a mezzanine cooled by a fresh breeze, you can enjoy all the simplicity that traditional island life has to offer.
A tour of Tunisia’s Beaches
From the gorgeous Tunis bay to the tree-covered hills of Tabarka, from the peaceful charm of Mahdia and Monastir to the modernity of Yasmine Hammamet, from the quiet landscapes of Djerba to the hustle and bustle of Sousse, every seaside resort has its own unique charms. Their beaches are closely supervised and different coloured flags indicate warnings and recommendations depending on the weather, the wind direction and the strength of the currents. But alongside Tunisia’s big resorts, there are also plenty of lesser known beaches and idyllic wild coves like Korbous, Cap Serrat, Sidi Jemour and El Hamra. Seek them out and enjoy an unforgettable experience.
For Families
Tunisians love children, and they’re not afraid to show it! Hotels are fully equipped with special menus and packages, family rooms, baby clubs, mini clubs and clubs for teenagers. Warm water and fine sand: the beaches are perfect for little ones. They can play in fully secured swimming pools under the watchful eye of lifeguards. A trip out to sea, a ride on a banana boat in a huge stream of bubbles, a quad bike adventure or a day in an animal park will give the whole family some truly unforgettable memories.
Non-Stop Activities
Your hotel will have plenty to offer to fill your time, from aqua aerobics and traditional aerobics to beach soccer. If it’s an adrenaline rush you’re after, try Fly Fish, parasailing or giant water slides. Defy gravity in a theme park, or get stuck into a fierce paintballing battle in a paintballing club. You can count on the entertainment team at your hotel to come up with new games and new activities to keep you entertained. And when the sun goes down, you can let your hair down in a club with the best local and international DJs.
