Ease Into the Journey From Tunis

Slow travel starts before you ever see sand. Spend a day or two in the capital, sipping mint tea in the medina and wandering the blue-and-white streets of Sidi Bou Said. Finding charming Accommodation in Tunis is easy, and it gives you a gentle landing before the long drive south. Think of it as the deep breath before the adventure — no rushing, just settling in.

Base Yourself in Douz, the Gateway to the Dunes

The small oasis town of Douz is where the Sahara properly begins, and it's the perfect place to unpack your bags and stay a while. Many travellers choose hotels like The Residence Douz as their desert base, thanks to its relaxed atmosphere and easy access to the golden dunes just beyond town. From here, the desert unfolds at your own pace — morning walks through palm groves, afternoons watching the light change over the sand, and evenings under impossibly starry skies.

Ride Camels at Dawn, Not Deadline

Skip the rushed hour-long camel rides and book a proper trek instead. Setting off at sunrise, when the dunes are cool and the shadows stretch long, is a completely different experience. Your camel's slow, rolling gait forces you to relax — there's simply no choice but to surrender to the rhythm. 

Sleep Under a Million Stars

The grand finale of slow Saharan travel is a night in a desert camp. As dusk falls, the temperature drops, campfires crackle, and local guides share stories over couscous and dates. Then comes the main event: the night sky. With zero light pollution, the stars explode across the darkness, thick enough to make out the Milky Way with the naked eye.