Popular multi-day trips like the 7-day camel treks and 3-day Bedouin tent experiences fill up quickly during winter months, so booking 2-3 weeks ahead is smart. Shorter day trips to Ksar Ghilane have more flexibility, but checking availability before your trip is always wise.

October through April offers the most comfortable temperatures for camel trekking and desert camping - daytime heat is intense but manageable, and nights are genuinely cold in the Sahara. Summer months (May-September) are brutally hot and most operators scale back multi-day offerings, so plan accordingly.

Guided tours are worth every dinar here. Local guides know water sources, safe routes through the dunes, and which Bedouin camps deliver authentic experiences rather than tourist theater. Self-driving into the Sahara from Djerba without local knowledge is risky and honestly misses half the point.

Most 3-7 day packages include accommodation (tent or basic guesthouse), meals, camel rental, and a guide - but check before you go, as some trips distinguish between meals included versus meals at your own cost. Shorter day trips usually cover transport, guide, and lunch.

Families book these regularly, but kids under 8-10 can struggle on full-day camel rides, and multi-day tent camping involves rough conditions. Short camel rides and Bedouin tent overnight stays with school-age children work fine - just confirm age and fitness requirements with the operator first.

Most tour operators offer hotel pickup from your accommodation in Djerba. Check before you go whether your specific tour includes this, as some day trips and private excursions assume you'll arrange your own transport to the meeting point.

Bring loose, light clothing for days, a warm layer or blanket for cold desert nights, sunscreen, a good hat, and sturdy shoes (not sandals) for walking around dunes. For longer trips, confirm what the camp provides - some supply blankets and pillows, others expect you to bring a sleeping bag.