Horseback riding or camel at sunset in Djerba

About this tour

When Mia from our BugBitten team booked this one-hour sunset ride in Djerba, she wasn't sure whether to pick horse or camel — both are on offer, and honestly, either works. You're collected from your hotel, driven to a stretch of beach south of the island, and sent out on an animal as the light drops and the sky turns orange and pink. It's low-key and fairly mellow, the kind of thing that works well if you want a break from the market bustle without committing to a full-day excursion. The beach here is quiet, the animals are used to tourists, and the timing catches the actual sunset rather than just the idea of it.

Highlights

• Choose horse or camel — both docile and beach-ready on the day
• Sunset timing is genuine; you're out as light actually fades
• Hotel transfer included; no arranging your own transport
• Beach is uncrowded; few other riders around at that hour
• Flat sand walking suits nervous or beginner riders
• Animals are calm and accustomed to tourists

What to expect

You'll be picked up from your accommodation in a minivan or similar — often shared with one or two other groups. The driver takes you south to a quieter stretch of beach, where staff help you mount (or settle onto a camel if that's your pick). The ride itself is a walk, not a gallop; the animals move at a steady plod along hard-packed sand near the waterline. Mia found the pace leisurely and the animals well-behaved, though the experience doesn't include much guiding or interpretation — you're mostly just moving forward, watching the sky change.

The hour winds down as the sun hits the horizon; you'll head back to the pickup spot as light dims. It's a straightforward, no-fuss outing. Not thrilling or adventurous, but genuinely peaceful, and the light is lovely if you're after good photos or just want to slow down.

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