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MOTORCYCLE TOUR IN TUNISIA, Girls Ride x Wildust Sisters: Chasing the Nomad Caravans
Girls Ride
Motorcycle trip Tunisia

Girls Ride x Wildust Sisters: Chasing the Nomad Caravans

7 days · 684 miles £1890
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Alexane
A passionate motorcyclist with 10 years of experience in motorcycle travel, her combination of tourism expertise and love for motorbikes makes her a dedicated individual, eager to share her experience and knowledge with others.
On the agenda
Set off on a 100% women-only motorcycle adventure through the heart of southern Tunisia, where rugged trails, desert landscapes and unforgettable encounters await. At the handlebars of your Himalayan, share a unique experience with a group of fellow female riders and discover the incredible cultural richness and diversity of this region on the edge of the Sahara. From the centuries-old traditions of the Berber Dahar Mountains to the dunes of the Grand Erg Oriental, every stage of the journey reveals a different side of Tunisia. Discover the cosmopolitan history of the island of Djerba, ride across the vast expanses and mesmerising dunes of the Sahara, pass through date palm groves, true oases of life in the desert, and delve into the fascinating Amazigh heritage of the Dahar. Troglodyte dwellings, fortified hilltop villages, age-old farming traditions and memorable encounters will punctuate this adventure off the beaten track. Join a team of female riders for an unforgettable motorcycle road trip through Tunisia, combining adventure, shared experiences and discovery. A journey designed for women who want to get behind the handlebars and experience the desert from a whole new perspective.

The Girls Ride heads somewhere new with every edition: discover all our Girls Ride tours.

Prefer a mixed group? See Chasing the Nomad Caravans, or all our motorcycle tours in Tunisia.

Not yet at ease off-road? The Girls Ride two-day off-road training in France gets you ready, among women.

Girls Ride x Wildust Sisters: Chasing the Nomad Caravans

MOTORCYCLE TOUR IN TUNISIA

7 stages - 684 miles (1,100 km)
Djerba Island Stage 1/7 25-minute transfer
Djerba Island
Welcome to Djerba for this Africa motorcycle tour! You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel in Houmt Souk, the island's historic town. Once settled in our fondouk, an ancestral building that once housed merchants and travellers, you are free to explore the historic streets of the souk, with its colourful stalls selling fabrics, objects and spices. Stroll through the unique architectural atmosphere of its whitewashed buildings and the ubiquitous bougainvillea in bloom. Enjoy the island's legendary laid-back atmosphere with a coffee or freshly squeezed orange juice in the shade of the tamarind trees. Overnight stay in a heritage hotel (standard).
Djerba - Tataouine Stage 2/7 146 miles (235 km), including 7 miles (12 km) of tracks
Djerba - Tataouine
Early departure to pick up the motorcycles about 9 miles (15 km) from Houmt Souk. After leaving the island and reaching the mainland via the only road link (the old Roman road), we quickly head for the mountainous Dahar region. By late morning we reach its arid relief and valleys, where every drop of water counts. Lunch in the shade of palm trees in a mountain oasis. In the afternoon, we enter the land of the ksour and fortified villages, built long ago by semi-nomadic peoples to protect and store their harvests and other precious goods. At the end of the day, we reach our guesthouse north of Tataouine. Night in a standard heritage hotel.
Tataouine - Ksar Ghilane Stage 3/7 121 miles (195 km), including 10 miles (16 km) of tracks
Tataouine - Ksar Ghilane
We set off for the southernmost point of the trip, through the town of Tataouine, made famous by the Star Wars saga, to visit one of the most interesting ksour, at Ouled Soltane. We ride all morning through the Dahar hills to the citadel village of Chenini for lunch. In the afternoon, we head for the Tunisian Sahara and its famous oasis, Ksar Ghilane. The bends become rare, the first dunes appear and we enter another world. You can swim in the oasis spring or ride a quad bike in the dunes. Night in a standard hotel, in Bedouin-style tents.
Ksar Ghilane - Douz Stage 4/7 99 miles (160 km), including 16 miles (25 km) of tracks
Ksar Ghilane - Douz
To get from the oasis to Douz, we ride along the edge of the desert on a road regularly invaded by sandbanks, or by herds of dromedaries. Lunch in the centre of Douz, then in the afternoon we ride a loop through the date palm groves, the region's main resource, to the southern shore of Chott El Jerid, the vast depression of an invisible salt lake. The shade and calm of the palm groves are a blessing in this harsh land. Night in a standard hotel. 99 miles (160 km), plus an optional 47 miles (75 km).
Douz - Matmata Stage 5/7 155 miles (250 km)
Douz - Matmata
After riding through more islands of palm groves on the eastern edge of Chott El Jerid, we cross a vast desert area before reaching the northern part of the Dahar range after lunch. We climb back into the hills via Old Zraoua, another fascinating citadel village. Finally, we approach Matmata, known for its troglodyte dwellings dug into the ground and its hint of Cappadocia. We ride through this stunning, timeless landscape in the afternoon before reaching our troglodyte guesthouse. Night in a charming standard hotel.
Matmata - Djerba Stage 6/7 115 miles (185 km)
Matmata - Djerba
We spend the whole morning in the landscapes of the northern Dahar, where crops and greenery gradually reappear. Traditional lunch on the mountainside, in an old Berber village built of dry stone, before riding down to the plain towards the coast. We board the ferry back to the island of Djerba. We drop off the motorcycles in the late afternoon and return to Houmt Souk. Dinner at the fondouk to share the best moments of the ride. Night in a standard hotel.
Djerba Island Stage 7/7
Djerba Island
Your Tunisian adventure has come to an end. It's time to do some last-minute shopping in Houmt Souk. Shuttle to Djerba International Airport.
Price
From £1890,00 / rider
The price includes The price does not include

  • A Royal Enfield motorcycle and spare parts.

  • Fuel, parking fees and any tolls.

  • Third-party motorcycle insurance.

  • Compulsory insurance: cover for medical expenses on site, and repatriation assistance covering you for accidents on large-displacement two-wheelers.

  • Legal assistance and cancellation insurance (strongly recommended).

  • Visa fees.

Book with peace of mind

  • Payment : A 50% deposit when you book and the balance 45 days before departure, by secure online payment. A £31 registration fee applies to your first trip with us only. Learn more
  • Cancellation : Fees depend on the date, from 15% of the price more than 60 days before departure to 100% less than 8 days before, plus handling fees. Learn more
  • Insurance : Medical and repatriation insurance is compulsory. Bring your own policy or take our partner's, at £18 per day. Learn more
  • Riding gear : Helmets and riding gear are not provided. Bring an approved helmet, jacket, gloves and boots. Learn more
  • Travelling solo : You share a twin room with another participant, or book a single room for a supplement, subject to availability. Learn more
Important
Documents requested :
International motorcycle license if necessary
Motorcycle Driving License
Passport valid for the whole trip
Valid Visa, if required
This ride includes a few long stages far from immediate medical help. Primary assistance to reach the nearest medical centre is mainly provided by our support vehicle, as helicopters and ambulances are very rare. Unstable telephone networks can occasionally make it difficult to contact the emergency services. As with any adventure itinerary, the difficulty of the route depends on the weather conditions, both during and before the trip.

Girls Ride in Tunisia: your questions

Who is this Girls Ride for, and how is it different from Chasing the Nomad Caravans?

For women who ride their own motorcycle and want to discover southern Tunisia with other women riders. The route is that of Chasing the Nomad Caravans, from Djerba to the gateway of the Sahara, but the group is 100% women, led by a female tour leader, and runs on its own dates, in May and October. Other editions are on the Girls Ride page.

Who are the Wildust Sisters, and who rides with you?

Wildust Sisters is a clothing and accessories brand for women riders, designed “by women, for women”, and a partner of the Girls Ride since the Morocco edition of May 2025. On the road, an English-speaking female tour leader leads the way, with a mechanic and the driver of the support vehicle, which takes the luggage and spare parts. The group is limited to 10 motorcycles (12 participants with pillions).

What riding level do I need for the Girls Ride in Tunisia?

Intermediate: you ride regularly and are happy to leave the tarmac. The route alternates between roads through the Dahar and stretches of track, with sand between Ksar Ghilane and Douz. Stages are often far from medical help, hence the support vehicle riding behind the motorcycles.

I have never ridden off-road: can I sign up?

Yes, if you are confident on the road, but prepare for it. The 2-day Girls Ride off-road training in France, also with the Wildust Sisters and on Himalayans, teaches the basics of riding on tracks before you leave. Your travel advisor can also tell you whether the tour matches your experience.

How many miles do we ride each day?

Just over 620 miles (1,000 km) over the 5 riding days, between 100 and 155 miles (160 to 250 km) per stage: Djerba, Tataouine, Ksar Ghilane, Douz, Matmata, then back to Djerba. The pace leaves time to stop in the ksour, the oases and the mountain villages.

Will the motorcycle suit a shorter rider?

You ride a Royal Enfield Himalayan 411, with a seat height of 800 mm. A lowered version at 790 mm exists. If in doubt, tell your travel advisor your height and the bike you usually ride before booking. Our mechanic follows the group and services the motorcycles every day.

Can a pillion come along?

Yes, as on all our tours. She shares the motorcycle of one of the riders in the group and pays £1,490 (€1,740), against £1,890 (€2,090) for the rider. Her luggage travels in the support vehicle. She must be happy with a few stretches of track and sand, which are bumpier on the back.

What does the price include, and what is left to pay?

The £1,890 (€2,090) rider price covers the Himalayan, fuel, the female tour leader and the local team, the nights, meals from breakfast on day 2 to breakfast on day 7 and the shuttles to and from Djerba airport. On top: your flights, dinner on the first evening, drinks, site entrance fees, tips and a €600 deposit per motorcycle.

Can women travel with peace of mind in southern Tunisia?

The route keeps to the south of the country, from Djerba to the Dahar and the fringe of the Sahara, and the group never rides without its team or its support vehicle. Read the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) travel advice before signing up, and talk it over with your travel advisor.

How do arrival and the nights on the tour work?

Meet us at Djerba airport on day 1: our team drives you to Houmt Souk, then back to the airport on day 7. The nights are simple and characterful, in a fondouk, a ksar and a troglodyte guesthouse, including one with shared bathrooms. Hot days, cool mornings and evenings: pack a warm layer, rain gear and a soft bag.

From
£1890 / rider
£1490 / pillion
From 23 May 2027 to 29 May 2027
0 registered • Motorcycles available: 10
OPTION
From 24 Oct. 2027 to 30 Oct. 2027
2 registered • Motorcycles available: 8
OPTION
50% deposit
Cancellation and postponement with conditions
PRIVATIZE
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