Joanna James
Often regarded as a breathtaking tourist hub for the masses, Tunisia is also an adventure traveller's dream come true. Here are ten activities every thrill-seeker must experience during a getaway in the country.
While Tunisia may be known as a desert capital, those with a penchant for scuba diving can head to the coastal areas of Hammamet to experience an underwater paradise occupied by colourful marine species and submerged caves. The sea bed off the coast of Hammamet is also littered with shipwrecks so Tunisia is also a fantastic venue for wreck divers.
Often ranked among the most romantic things to do in Tunisia, heading up to the clouds on a hot-air balloon ride is also one of the most captivating adventures tourists can sign up for. Exploring the vast and impressive desert landscapes of the country, this one-of-a-kind excursion among the clouds allows travellers to understand the diverse topography of the desert nation.
Offering idyllic wind and water conditions for the sport, Tunisia is a windsurfer's dream destination. Countless resorts and local tour operators organise windsurfing packages for tourists and taking part is as easy as renting the gear or signing up with a tour organiser.
Having served as the backdrop for the film A New Hope, the extensive Matmata Caves warrant a visit of several hours due to the sheer scale of the natural wonder.
Those based at The Residence Tunis or any similar Tunisia resorts can also make an adventure of a tour of the ancient city of Medina. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the entire city, with its ancient structures and marketplaces, is a cultural hotspot waiting to be discovered.
Climbing up the ancient steps of the El Djem Amphitheatre is one of the most unique experiences tourists can enjoy in Tunisia as this centuries-old Roman structure is the largest coliseum in Africa and ranked among the finest in the world. Built during the heyday of the Roman Empire, the mammoth structure offers tourists the chance to explore its stone confines and look out over the city from its vaulted heights.
Home to the iconic Mosque of Uqba, the UNESCO Heritage Site, known as the holy city of Kairouan, is another adventure-filled highlight in Tunisia. One can not only tour the 9000m2 Mosque of Uqba but also marvel at the many other structures contained within this cultural Mecca.
Built by the French in the 1800s the Red Lizard Train still offer visitors a glimpse of the strange rock formations visible in Tunisia.
Those who wish to go dune bashing or explore the landscapes of Tunisia at their own pace can rent a motorbike and ride across the Sahara like a pro.
As a rite of passage for first-timers, no visit to Tunisia would be complete without the thrill of riding a camel.
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