Camel ride in Douz
The camel ride in Douz is one of the most requested activities by visitors. This hike allows you to cross the sand dunes that stretch as far as the eye can see, admire the desert and live like a local.
Are they dromedaries or camels in Tunisia??
Contrary to popular belief, there are no camels in Tunisia (2 humps), but dromedaries (1 hump). About 2 to 3 million years ago, the ancestor of the dromedary entered the African continent. However, it was only in the 2nd century BC that man began to interact with it.
The dromedary, called Jmel in Arabic, is also called the ship of the desert. It has provided, again, extraordinary help to nomads and desert peoples. Among other things, it is used as a means of transport and goods or even for agricultural work, because it can withstand extreme temperatures and survive for weeks without a single drop of water.
Its leather, milk, meat and hair that keep warm at night are also a great bonus. The desert peoples also train them for races, very popular events in the Orient, especially the annual Douz festival that takes place in December each year and attracts many camel racing enthusiasts.
Camels are majestic animals, known for being very intelligent, patient, with a good memory, but also stubborn and grumpy. Camels move slowly but confidently, and are very high on legs, which is very pleasant during walks.
Enjoy a camel ride in Douz with nomads to experience what the desert peoples have been experiencing for millennia. An unforgettable ride for adults and children. A real Saharan experience!
Details
How much does a camel ride cost in Douz?
Like all activities, the price depends on the provider but also on the duration of the ride. As an example, here are the most common prices:
A 1-hour camel ride: 10 euros / 35 dinars:
This ride is intended for discovery. You will go to the dunes with a nomad to be able to live the experience and admire the landscapes. The one-hour ride is reserved mainly by visitors who take the Matmata-Douz excursion as it is an excursion rich in visits and they do not have time to do more.
A 2-hour camel ride: 20 euros / 70 dinars:
This ride is rather reserved by visitors who take a circuit or who book the Wild Bivouac in the desert excursion or that of Tozeur and the mountain oases. Sleeping on site allows you to take your time and enjoy the desert and the camels more. The ride is mainly reserved for sunset time in order to enjoy this magical moment in the heart of the dunes.
Multi-day camel trekking
Camel treks in Tunisia are multi-day treks where you go with the nomads to cross the Sahara! During this type of tour, you sleep in a bivouac under the stars, you cook over a wood fire and you live like a Bedouin.
This type of tour is mainly reserved by hikers, desert lovers and all those who want to live a 100% local experience, far from the crowds to get their dose of silence and desert! For more information on camel treks visit our Tours (which can be customized according to your desires: Duration, budget, etc.)
The camel ride in pictures
