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Excursions & Day Trips from Monastir

Staying in Monastir? You're in the perfect spot to discover Tunisia. The Monastir Marina is our home port — that's where our yacht departs for the Kuriat Islands — and we pick you up directly at your hotel for every excursion.

Paradise islands, the Sahara desert, UNESCO Roman sites and blue-and-white villages: here are all our day trips from Monastir, with English-speaking guides, transport included and secure online booking.

Our excursions from Monastir

🏝️ Kuriat Islands by Yacht

A full day on turquoise water. Dolphins, sea turtles, swimming and a Tunisian lunch on board. Departs from Monastir Marina.

From €69.99/person

🚤 Kuriat by Private Boat — VIP

A 100% private boat for your group. Secret lagoon, snorkeling, food and drinks on board, private guide.

From €590/group

🏜️ Sahara — 1 Day

Matmata, troglodyte houses, Star Wars film sets, Ksar Ghilane oasis, camel ride and Berber lunch.

From €173/person

⛺ Sahara — 2 Days / 1 Night

The ultimate Sahara experience: sunset quad biking, night in a Berber camp, Tataouine and Chenini.

From €260/person

🏛️ El Jem

The UNESCO Roman amphitheatre (interior, gladiator tunnels) + the mosaic museum.

From €84/person

💙 Sidi Bou Saïd & Tunis

The blue-and-white village perched above the Mediterranean, combined with the Medina of Tunis.

From €80/person

🏺 Grand Heritage Tour

Heritage circuit: Dougga (UNESCO), the Roman aqueduct of Zaghouan and the Temple of Waters.

From €106/person

🦁 Friguia Park — Safari

Tunisia's largest wildlife park: safari, African animals, shows. Perfect for families.

From €47/person

Hotel pick-up in Monastir

For the Kuriat Islands trip, pick-up in Monastir is around 9:15 AM (boarding at the Marina at 10:00 AM). For other excursions, the exact time is confirmed the day before by WhatsApp. Round-trip transport from your hotel is included.

Why book with us

Best excursions from Monastir in 2026

Monastir is the perfect starting point for exploring Tunisia. Located on the Sahel coast, the town provides direct access to the Monastir Marina, where our yacht departs for the Kuriat Islands — a protected archipelago with turquoise waters, home to sea turtles (Caretta caretta) and dolphins.

Beyond the sea, Monastir is perfectly positioned for inland excursions: the Tunisian Sahara in one or two days (Matmata, Ksar Ghilane, Tataouine), the El Jem Amphitheatre — a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or the Grand Heritage Tour to Dougga and Zaghouan. For families, Friguia Park is reachable in under an hour.

All our excursions from Monastir include hotel pickup and drop-off. Our guides are passionate locals who speak English, French, and German. Book online in a few clicks with secure payment via credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay, and receive instant confirmation.

What to expect on your excursion

Each excursion runs as a small group or as a fully private tour, depending on your preference. The evening before departure, you receive a WhatsApp message with the exact pickup time. An air-conditioned vehicle collects you from your hotel reception.

For Kuriat Islands boat trips, pickup in Monastir is around 9:15 AM (boarding at 10:00 AM at the Marina). The yacht sails until around 5:00 PM. A traditional Tunisian lunch is served on board: mechouia salad, fish couscous, and fresh fruit.

For Sahara excursions, departure is early (between 5:30 and 6:30 AM depending on the season). The full-day trip includes visits, lunch, and an evening return. The 2-day trip adds a night in a Berber desert camp, quad biking at sunset, and a visit to the troglodyte villages and ancient ksour of southern Tunisia.

Monastir airport transfer

Arriving at or departing from Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport? We offer a private airport transfer service with driver, available 24/7. Air-conditioned vehicle, driver waiting at arrivals with your name, and a direct ride to your hotel in Monastir, Sousse, Mahdia, or Hammamet. Contact us on WhatsApp for a personalised quote.

Frequently asked questions — Excursions in Monastir

How much does an excursion from Monastir cost?
Prices vary by excursion: from €47 per person for Friguia Park, €69.99 for the Kuriat Islands by yacht, €93 for El Jem or Sidi Bou Said, and €173 for a one-day Sahara trip. Transport from your hotel in Monastir is always included.
How does hotel pickup work?
The evening before the excursion, you receive a WhatsApp message with the exact pickup time. A driver comes to your hotel reception in an air-conditioned vehicle. For the Kuriat Islands, pickup in Monastir is around 9:15 AM, with boarding at the Marina at 10:00 AM.
Can I book a private excursion from Monastir?
Yes, all excursions are available as private tours. The Kuriat VIP trip is already fully private (entire boat for your group, 1–7 people, from €590). For land-based excursions, contact us on WhatsApp for a tailored quote.
Which excursions from Monastir are suitable for children?
The Kuriat Islands are perfect for families: calm, shallow water, turtle watching, and lunch included. Friguia Park is also ideal for kids. Children under 3 go free; children aged 3–12 get a reduced rate on all excursions.
Do you offer airport transfers from Monastir?
Yes, we provide private transfers from Monastir Habib Bourguiba Airport to all hotels in the region: Monastir, Sousse, Mahdia, and Hammamet. Available 24/7, driver at arrivals with your name, air-conditioned vehicle. Contact us on WhatsApp to book.
Can I cancel or change my booking?
Yes. Free cancellation is available depending on the excursion: 72 hours before departure for the Kuriat Islands, 24–48 hours for other excursions. Date changes are possible at any time subject to availability.

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