Africa is becoming an ever more popular destination for travellers from all around the world. The continent welcomed around 74 million globe trotters last year alone and that figure is likely to grow in the years to come.
Some of the favourite destinations include Egypt, South Africa, Kenya, and Morocco, to name but a few. Yet there is another country that can offer all the cultural, historical and scenic splendours of its rivals. And it is also less crowded, meaning better value and more choice for those prepared to take the plunge and explore this African gem.
Tunisia is around a three hour flight from London and boasts a warm and pleasant climate in October, where temperatures fluctuate between 26C and 28C on average. The country boasts a glorious ancient history and is steeped in cultural wonders, as well as breathtaking natural landscapes.
It is home to several UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Carthage, El Jem Amphitheatre, and the Medina of Tunis.
These cultural sites stand testimony to the country’s rich and colourful past, as it came under the influences of the ancient Phoenician and Roman civilisations.
Tunisia also thrived during the Islamic Golden Age (roughly C8th-C14th), with its intellectuals making significant contributions in a wide variety of fields – which included astronomy and engineering.
Tourists can enjoy the country’s magnificent varied landscapes – from Mediterranean coastlines to vast deserts and picturesque mountain ranges.
The Sahara Desert, with attractions like Douz and Ksar Ghilane, continues to be a major draw for adventure seekers looking to go on a safari – riding camels.
The desert trip to Ksar Ghilane has received plenty of top reviews on Tripadvisor.
One intrepid traveller wrote: “The tour to Ksar Ghilane was incomparable and absolutely awesome! Being alone in the middle of the Sahara and sitting there at the waterhole with real nomads impressed me.
“Experience the spa was nice. But riding the camels through the desert into the sunset was joyful!
“Sitting in the desert until the sun has set, sitting by the campfire in which bread is baked for us and looking at the starry sky is indescribable!
“The night in the nomad tent was exciting. It has been an unforgettable adventure.”