Africa is a continent full of gems, and this stunning island off Tunisia’s coast is one of them.
Djerba is an incredible island known for its picturesque landscapes of beaches, traditional markets and stunning architecture highlight its historical significance.
It boasts a number of attractions that are worth exploring and will give you a true sense of Tunisian culture.
The island is home to under 200,000 residents. While tourism is growing in Tunisia, the country’s island still remains relatively unknown, meaning you shouldn’t expect to see swarms of crowds when exploring the destination.
What makes this holiday spot even better is that you don’t have to wait later on in the year to plan a visit, because in February the average tempareture of the island is around 20C and who wouldn’t love an opportunity to escape the British cold.
Now it has been established that Djerba is a great destination to book even during this month, what exactly does the island have to offer? Well of course, if you’re heading out there, visiting the island’s sandy beaches dotted with palm trees is a must.
There you’ll find local fishermen who share stories about the island and teach tourists their traditional ways.
And the relaxtion doesn’t stop at the beaches and enchanting views, Djerba has multiple spas and thalassotherapy centres that offer massages and treatments including a clay wrap, to really highlight that island’s aim of providing a calming retreat.
There are many ways to explore the island of Djerba, including hiking, on a quad bike or even a pirate boat trip where you can enjoy a swim in the gorgeous blue waters.
When exploring, the islands village of Erriadh is a must visit. The small village in the centre of the island has become a capital of street art known as Djerbahood, after 150 artists from all around the world transformed it with works of art and graffiti.
But it is not only just the central village that showcases the island’s beauty, the beauty is found all around, so prominent that the island was officially deisgnated a World Heritage Site in 2023.
If you’re a foodie, then the island hosting the first-ever World Capital of Island Cuisine festival, which will see chefs representing island cuisines from the world, accompanied by live music and nautical activities. It is no wonder why this amazing island what named by Conde Nast Traveller as one the best places to go in Africa this year.
Before travelling to any destination it is important that Brits have a read of the FCDO travel advice published on GOV.uk. Currently the FCDO advised against travel to certain parts of Tunisia.
Travel to Djerba is not banned, however, the FDCO states to “see our travel advice before travelling” for the island and other Tunisian areas shaded green on a map of the country.
