Djerba Island beach
Djerba Island is the southernmost resort of Tunisia, which is located near Africa and is washed by the Mediterranean Sea. Flamingos like to spend winter here, and in the warm season the resort attracts tourists.
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Beach description
Good beaches are located in the northeast of Djerba. It is here, in the Midoun area, where you can find a stretch of beach, ideal for a spa holiday. The beaches here are in succession, one by one, stretching for several kilometers. All of them are very similar, with a wide coastline, white sand and a gentle entry into the water. The sea in this part of Djerba is clean and very warm in season. In the first half of the day, as a rule, there are no waves, and after lunch a small storm often occurs. The beaches of the island are great for lovers of a relaxing holiday, they are good for families with small children.
When is it better to go
Tunisia is located in two climatic zones — tropical and subtropical. The swimming season opens in May and lasts until October. During this period, the least amount of precipitation falls, calm weather prevails, the sea is calm, and a storm rarely occurs. In July and August it becomes especially hot. Air temperature exceeds +40°C. In August, it sometimes storms.
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Infrastructure
All the beaches of the island are public. It is important that the majority is located in the immediate vicinity of a hotel, and it is precisely its level that determines the quality of service on the beach. Some of the beaches on the island are five stars, some are almost abandoned. If you select a stretch of beach near an expensive hotel, you can count on a full package of additional services:
- rent of equipment for recreation and water sports;
- the presence of toilets, showers and changing rooms;
- work of rescuers and security service.
A popular local attraction is camel riding along the beach; this service is offered everywhere.
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Sightseeings
Djerba island is an interesting object for tourists, with a rich history and original architecture. Here you can find ancient temples, museums and amusement parks. The most popular of them are:
- Gazi Mustafa fortress;
- Djerba Explor Park;
- Museum of Folk Traditions and History “Lella Hadria”.
Each of them is easily accessible from the area of beaches by taxi.
How to get there
You can reach the island by swimming, driving, flying. From anywhere in Djerba, the area with beaches is easily accessible by taxi.