Tunisia

Why Go

Tourism in Tunisia is on the increase, due to the diversity of cultural attractions, mountainous northern terrain and the semiarid plains in the south merging into the Sahara. There is a Tunisia resort for everyone here - the cities of Hammamet and Tunis are steeped in history, Monastir and Skanes are great for diving holidays and a summer holiday in Yasmine Hammamet is perfect for sun and sand seekers that enjoy purpose-built resorts. Whatever type of holiday you have in mind you can find it in Tunisia. With beautiful green courses and warm year-round sunshine, golf in Tunisia is a great experience.  With first-class hotels in stunning settings, Tunisia is also a great option for a well-earned spa holiday.

The climate remains hot and dry throughout the summer, with mild rainy winters in the north. Due to its varied topographic features and four distinct seasons, holidays in Tunisia are ideal for nature-lovers. There are 375 species of birds and 84 species of mammal, including the native addax and Dama Gazelle population. Wild boar, horned vipers and scorpions are also prevalent. Tunisia is characterised by its esparto grass, which covers of a fourth of the country. It is also home to cork oak, gum and pine trees, which form a high percentage of its foreign trade.

The Mediterranean coastline in the north - spanning almost 30 miles - is popular with the sun-seeking tourists. The Sahil is one of the most popular places to visit in the southern plains, due to its olive monoculture. Several salt lakes lie at the northern edge of the Sahara and extend from the Gulf of Gabes into the bordering country of Algeria. Libya borders Tunisia on the south-east side.

The ancient capital city of Tunis is considered the gateway to Africa - Tunisia holidays wouldn’t be complete without an exploration of this myriad of culture. The city maintained its various archaeological time zones in the architecture of the city, as well as incorporating all the modern aspects needed for a country’s metropolis.