A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Culture & Chill/
Mountain biking, kayaking, hiking,... What if wanting to be active was a good excuse to go on vacation on the island of Djerba? It will be an opportunity to discover the sunny Tunisian island, its culture, its emblematic places, without forgetting its gastronomy.
The island of Djerba has all the conditions for an exotic vacation: palm trees and olive trees as far as the eye can see, white sandy beaches, warm and crystalline sea, remarkable Tunisian heritage and culture... During your stay, when you're not strolling through the streets of the souks or Berber villages, you're pedaling through a landscape of sand dunes or paddling along the coastline of a nature reserve.
And every noon, Moussa and his team of instructors make you discover traditional restaurants with on the menu: couscous, brick, kesra,... On the program: - 1 day in Houmt Souk and horse riding - 1 day of mountain biking, including visits to the synagogue and Djerbahood - 1 cultural day at the Fadhloun Mosque and the Berber city of Guellala - 1 walking tour to the blue lagoon then relaxing steam room & scrub session - 1 day kayak/paddle session, then camel tour

A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE TRIP

Culture & Chill/
Mountain biking, kayaking, hiking,... What if wanting to be active was a good excuse to go on vacation on the island of Djerba? It will be an opportunity to discover the sunny Tunisian island, its culture, its emblematic places, without forgetting its gastronomy.

The island of Djerba has all the conditions for an exotic vacation: palm trees and olive trees as far as the eye can see, white sandy beaches, warm and crystalline sea, remarkable Tunisian heritage and culture... During your stay, when you're not strolling through the streets of the souks or Berber villages, you're pedaling through a landscape of sand dunes or paddling along the coastline of a nature reserve. And every noon, Moussa and his team of instructors make you discover traditional restaurants with on the menu: couscous, brick, kesra,... On the program: - 1 day in Houmt Souk and horse riding - 1 day of mountain biking, including visits to the synagogue and Djerbahood - 1 cultural day at the Fadhloun Mosque and the Berber city of Guellala - 1 walking tour to the blue lagoon then relaxing steam room & scrub session - 1 day kayak/paddle session, then camel tour

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • The discovery of an island rich in culture and tradition
  • The visit of emblematic places: La Ghriba, Djerbahood, Houmtsouk,...
  • On foot, by bike, by kayak or by camel, a varied program to visit the region
  • Numerous meals in local restaurants
  • A comfortable hotel with pool, a stone's throw from the sea
  • A free day, to stroll or visit at your own pace

THE BEST OF THE PRODUCT

  • The discovery of an island rich in culture and tradition

  • The visit of emblematic places: La Ghriba, Djerbahood, Houmtsouk,...
  • On foot, by bike, by kayak or by camel, a varied program to visit the region
  • Numerous meals in local restaurants
  • A comfortable hotel with pool, a stone's throw from the sea
  • A free day, to stroll or visit at your own pace

Enjoy unforgettable experiences with UCPA Horizon: we take you to the most beautiful global destinations carefully selected for their authenticity and their exceptional spots!


Country discovery

on-site
Place of practice on the site

Ages

18 - 55 ans

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OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THE OFFER

PHYSIQUE CONDITION
Not very sporty or not very sporty
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LEVEL OF PRATICE
All levels
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Included

  • The accommodation
  • Full board
  • All the activities and visits planned in the program
  • Sports supervision
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  • Sports equipment
  • Transfer to activity spots
  • If you booked transport with UCPA: International flights A/R + transfer between the airport and the center

Not Included

  • Drinks (sodas, alcoholic drinks)
  • Personal expenses and equipment
  • Optional insurances
  • Any other supplement not included in the program
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  • The tips

On option

  • Book your 2nd week by calling a travel consultant
  • Double room option 7 nights
  • Single room option 7 nights

The program

Day by day

Day of arrival

Day 1 - You are welcomed in the center of Djerba on Saturday at the end of the day, followed by an information meeting and a welcome drink.

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If you took the UCPA flight: the Paris-Djerba flight takes place during the day, which allows you to arrive at the center the same Saturday. The schedules will be communicated to you a few weeks in advance.

During your stay

D2: Houmt Souk and Horseback riding in Ras R'mal
In the morning, you reach the “capital” of the island: Houmt Souk, with its souk, its fishing port and its 16th century fortress.
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You explore the city, between the streets lined with white houses and bougainvillea, the numerous stalls with colorful products and the tea rooms.
In the afternoon, you reach the peninsula of Ras Ras R'mal. It is famous for being wild and the refuge of a large number of pink flamingos depending on the season. After swimming or sunbathing in the hammocks, you will discover the eco-reserve of the peninsula, through the sand dunes.

Day 3: Biking day: Synagogue and Djerbahood
This day will be an opportunity to discover the Jewish quarter of the island. You leave in the morning by bike, for a 32km loop in the hinterland. Head to visit the magnificent Ghriba Synagogue (the most important synagogue in the country and which contains the oldest Torah texts).
And after lunch at a local restaurant in the neighborhood, you hit the back roads for a Street Art afternoon! The walls of the village of Erriadh, also known as Djerbahood, have hosted no less than 250 works by 150 international urban artists. Now a must in Djerba, you can stroll through this authentic and traditional village to discover the splendid paintings.

Day 4: Fadhloun Mosque and Berber city of Guellala
The island of Djerba is peacefully divided between Muslim and Jewish cultures. On the program for this morning, you will visit the Fadhloun Mosque, typical and iconic of the island. After a meal in a local restaurant, in the southwest of the island is the Berber village of Guellala. Several centuries ago, the city was famous for its underground pottery and more than 400 potters. Today, its craftsmanship is still admired there. It will be an opportunity to visit a ceramic workshop, as well as the Djerba Museum, recounting the cultures and heritage of the island.

J5: Free
You live this day at your own pace. Several possibilities are available to you, such as:
- relaxed mode, at the hotel pool or on the nearby beaches
- explorer mode, exploring the region independently
- discovery mode, where we take you into the middle of the desert, to the Berber villages with the troglodyte dwellings of Chenini, Ksar Haddada and Tataouine (one of the filming locations of Start Wars).

Day 6: Walking, steam room and scrub
In the morning, head for the tip of the island and the blue lagoon of Djerba. This still wild place is probably one of the most beautiful on the island. Lunch break in a restaurant by the sea, before enjoying a relaxing afternoon, with steam room and traditional body scrub. Relaxation guaranteed!

Day 7: Kayak/Paddle & Camel Ride
In the morning, kayak and paddle await you to discover the Djerbian coastline from the sea, with the flaming pink peninsula in the background. In the afternoon, what could be better than visiting the island in the manner of the ancient Berbers? In a carriage, on horseback or in a camel, you set off to explore the hinterland and the shores of the island of dreams.

This program is for information purposes only. It can be arranged to take advantage of the best weather conditions every day (heat during summer in particular). In this case, only those responsible for UCPA supervision are authorized to take the necessary decision (s).

Last day

Day 8 - All good things come to an end. Your stay ends the following Saturday around 2 pm.

Hosting

Tunisian hotel

You are staying in a typical hotel in Djerba, 200m from the beach and a few minutes away from the activity spots, in the North-East of the island. The hotel is equipped with a swimming pool and plenty of sun loungers to relax after a sporty day.
By default, you are in a double room, with private bathroom. But rooms for 3 and 4 people (not mixed) are also available at the same rate if you want to come with friends.

ABOUT THE TRIP

Equipment Included

All sports equipment is provided by UCPA.

Equipment Included

All sports equipment is provided by UCPA.

Equipment not included

For this stay, we recommend that you have walking shoes, as well as a small backpack, to carry your personal belongings during walks for example.
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Also remember to bring a vest/jacket for cooler evenings at the beginning of the season.

We also advise you to have your own pharmacy, with some bandages, personal medications, mosquito repellent, etc. Instructors and animators will not be allowed to give you any.

Finally, take care of the Djerbian sun. Obviously, bring your swimsuit, but also at least one long-sleeved T-shirt, hat or cap, sunglasses (with straps), protective creams for the face and lips (if possible, respectful of aquatic fauna and flora).

On site, bed sheets and shower towels are provided by the hotel.

Equipment not included

For this stay, we recommend that you have walking shoes, as well as a small backpack, to carry your personal belongings during walks for example. Also remember to bring a vest/jacket for cooler evenings at the beginning of the season.

We also advise you to have your own pharmacy, with some bandages, personal medications, mosquito repellent, etc. Instructors and animators will not be allowed to give you any.

Finally, take care of the Djerbian sun. Obviously, bring your swimsuit, but also at least one long-sleeved T-shirt, hat or cap, sunglasses (with straps), protective creams for the face and lips (if possible, respectful of aquatic fauna and flora).

On site, bed sheets and shower towels are provided by the hotel.

formalities administratives

Indicative data for French nationals, as of 31/07/24. Verification is essential one month before your departure.

- A valid passport is mandatory to travel to Tunisia.
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- Careful! Your passport does not have to have an Israeli visa.
- No visa required for French nationals for a stay of less than or equal to 90 days.

Consulate General of Tunisia
17/19 Lübeck Street
75116 PARIS
Tel.: 01 53 70 69 10, open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/tunisie/#entree

formalities administratives

Indicative data for French nationals, as of 31/07/24. Verification is essential one month before your departure.

- A valid passport is mandatory to travel to Tunisia.
- Careful! Your passport does not have to have an Israeli visa.
- No visa required for French nationals for a stay of less than or equal to 90 days.

Consulate General of Tunisia
17/19 Lübeck Street
75116 PARIS
Tel.: 01 53 70 69 10, open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs/conseils-par-pays/tunisie/#entree

Address and access

contact email: djerba@ucpaplanete.com From Djerba airport, to reach the hotel, a taxi costs around €15.

Hotel Zénon - Tourist Area Mezraya Houmet Essouk Djerba Djerba, 4189:


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- Djerba
Tél.:

Address and access

contact email: djerba@ucpaplanete.com

From Djerba airport, to reach the hotel, a taxi costs around €15.



Hotel Zénon - Tourist Area Mezraya Houmet Essouk Djerba Djerba, 4189:


- Djerba
Tél.:

Physical intensity

Not very sporty or not very sporty

You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.

Physical intensity

Not very sporty or not very sporty

You are not sporty or not very sporty. Low intensity stay, suitable for everyone. It is an opportunity to reconcile yourself with sport.

Level of expertise

All levels

Technical level - All levels

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Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.

Level of expertise

All levels

Technical level - All levels

Internships open to all levels, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Depending on the courses, possibility of groups of levels.

Restauration

Full board

Restauration

Full board

Management

Supervision is provided by instructors (French or international).

Management

Supervision is provided by instructors (French or international).

Transport

In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Transavia, Tunisair, Nouvelair.

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On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight will be 20kg in the hold, and up to 5kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).


Transport

In accordance with the regulations, we are giving you the names of the airlines that may be used by UCPA on this destination: Transavia, Tunisair, Nouvelair.

On these companies, the maximum authorized baggage weight will be 20kg in the hold, and up to 5kg in the cabin within the limits of the authorized dimensions (unless modified by the company).


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