Djerba lagoon with pink flamingos. Djerba island - the pearl of north africa
The island is often called "Mediterranean Tahiti": people come here to swim in the clear sea, relax in great hotels, enjoy the oriental flavor of reasonable prices per tour.
Djerba has been known for a long time. Homer in his "Odyssey" referred to it as the Island of lotophagous - eaters of lotus flowers - the island of earthly delights and bliss. Djerba has served as a base for the formidable Berber pirates that terrify the entire Mediterranean, and has become home to representatives of many religions.
Delicious dates, olives are grown here, fish and octopuses are caught - the patriarchal lifestyle of Djerba has not changed for centuries.
How to get there
Djerba has its own airport "Djerba (Zarzis)". It is located next to the capital of the island, the city of Houmt Souk. Charters from Russia land here during the tourist season. The flight time from Moscow to Djerba is approximately 4.5 hours. Transfer to hotels does not take long - on average about an hour. Djerba is connected to the mainland by a bridge and ferry crossing... The ferry crosses a small strait in 15 minutes.
Tours to Djerba
The prices are for tours for 2 people for 7 nights with a departure from Moscow
July
The beaches
The best stretches of the Djerba coastline are in the northeast. Most of the hotels are also located here, almost each of which has its own section of a long one. It is removed from algae and marine debris, and the safety of tourists is monitored. The sand on Djerba is light and soft, the entrance to the water in the tourist areas is shallow. The hotel beaches are well equipped, there are umbrellas, sun loungers, a set of water activities (parasailing, jet skis, "bananas" and "cheesecakes").
Hotels
Most of the hotels in Djerba are located on the Ras Tagernes Cape, in the north and east of the island. Most often, Russian tourists choose 4-star hotels.
The island has representatives of Vincci Hotels, Radisson, Seabel and others. All-inclusive food system is popular in hotels.
sights
Djerba is an island with rich history, so there are plenty of attractions here. The most famous - . The strong walls of the fortress have stood on the seashore for over 600 years. Bloody sieges and battles took place here - for example, the pirate Turgut-Reis attacked the Spaniards and ordered the construction of a monstrous pyramid tower from the skulls of defeated enemies, which stood for almost 300 years. Now an obelisk stands in its place, and 9000 skulls have found eternal rest in the cemetery.
The old city of Houmt-Souk is one large bazaar, the entrance to which is guarded by two impressive mosques: the Alien Mosque (Jamaa al-Gorba) and the Ibrahim el-Jemni Mosque, which are almost a thousand years old for two.
Where to go
Most often, guests of Djerba go on a pirate boat cruise to Flamingo Island. In winter, these beautiful birds nest here, and in summer tourists sunbathe on the white sand. The cruise lasts about 4 hours and the time on the island is 2 hours. On the way, tourists are entertained by animators with a special pirate show.
The second most popular place for excursions is the crocodile farm in. Several dozen Nile crocodiles live here.
You can visit the village of Gellallu potters with an excursion. In Gelalla, clay is mined and beautiful jugs are made, reminiscent of ancient amphorae. Be careful - ceramics in blue and white tones are made in, and modest and unpainted plates in Gelalla. Works interesting museum cultural heritage. In August, the village hosts a festival where you can try your hand at a potter's wheel.
From Djerba it is convenient to get to, go on excursions to the homes of troglodytes and
Souvenirs
For souvenirs on Djerba, they go to the capital of the island, the city of Houmt-Souk. The name of the city speaks, it translates as "shopping district". There are many different goods in local markets - ceramics, leather goods, small souvenirs, spices, cosmetics based on olive or argan oil, hookahs, glassware, carpets ... on old amphorae.
Tourists note that prices for souvenirs in Djerba are on average higher than in other Tunisian resorts. Djerba is an island, so most of the goods are not made locally, but are brought from other cities. Hence the difference in cost. We recommend you to bargain when buying a souvenir you like, sellers often overcharge the price several times.
Kitchen
Most of the dishes served in hotel restaurants and cafes do not differ from those eaten in other resorts. On the table there will definitely be a spicy shorba soup stuffed with meat bell peppers, the famous tajin (roast with lamb), couscous with vegetables.
There is also a "marine accent" in the kitchen of Djerba. In the coastal restaurants, it is worth trying freshly caught fish or octopuses cooked on the grill.
This island in the African Gulf of Gabes attracts numerous tourists from all over the world. In the last ten years, direct flights to Djerba have become available to Russians not only from Moscow, but also from many other cities in our country. There is an amazing sea here, clean beaches with the smallest sand, excellent service, interesting sights and hospitable local people. The cost of tours to the island of Djerba (Tunisia) is pleasantly surprising, and hotels are offered in a variety of categories. In this article, we will dwell on the features of recreation in this corner of Africa, consider accommodation based on reviews of tourists over the past two years.
The beautiful island of Djerba (Tunisia): location and climate
The island is famous for its magnificent beaches and comfortable hotels with huge territories where you can play golf. Djerba also has the best thalassotherapy in the world, and the oriental flavor here is in perfect harmony with French sophistication. This place is called "Mediterranean Tahiti". Why? Just look at the photos of the island of Djerba in Tunisia, presented below and you will understand everything yourself.
The island is very conveniently located: it is connected to the mainland by a ferry, the walks on which travelers describe in the most enthusiastic terms. Judging by the reviews of tourists about the island of Djerba (Tunisia), here is offered as enough luxury vacation and very economical accommodation.
It is the largest land area on the North African coast with an area of over 500 km 2. Its shores are gently washed by the Mediterranean Sea, and the sun fills Djerba with life every day of the year. The climate here is very mild, on a tropical island it is good even in winter. Temperature drops are insignificant, precipitation is small and they fall most often in autumn and spring. The beach season lasts from May to early October, then the water temperature in the Mediterranean decreases to + 17 + 19 º С.
The official language in Djerba, like throughout the country, is Arabic, but most of the population speaks French as well. In hotels, guests are also met in English, and in some even in Russian.
Types of tourism on the island of Djerba (Tunisia)
What kind of vacation can be popular in the most southern resort country? Beachfront, of course. It is always several degrees warmer here than in the continental part of the country. Tourists come here a little earlier and leave a little later.
Many hotels (from 4 stars) on the island of Djerba in Tunisia have excellent thalassotherapy centers. Wellness and rejuvenating procedures are chosen not only by the fair sex, but also by many men.
Rest here is very calm and measured. Everything is very light and peaceful. Even the sea on the island in a light blue color gently frames the snow-white beaches. The houses are neatly laid out, square with white domed roofs.
Active entertainment is still available - horseback riding, golfing, water sports, hiking and cycling. Club life on the island is almost undeveloped, but there are several places where you can dance well.
Resort areas of the island
The capital of Fr. Djerba - Houmt-Souk. The city is a fishing port. Unsurprisingly, the very best seafood dishes are served in its restaurants.
The Zarsis area is called heavenly place... Here grow the most beautiful gardens on the island, olive and date groves, among lotuses and other exotic flowers, small colorful birds sing. There are very secluded islands nearby, which couples love to visit. The Cote d'Azur, clean, fine sand is torn away from reality and carried away into the world of dreams.
The main tourist area is called Medun, it is located near international airport in the northwest of the island. The city is the second largest in Djerba. The area here is very fertile, and therefore picturesque. Many tourists ride bicycles or just take a walk. In the city center there is a beautiful mosque and a large café popular with visitors. Nearby you can find markets where tourists usually buy fruits, souvenirs and other local goods, not forgetting about bargaining. In addition, guests of the city have the opportunity to watch the process of making olive oil.
What is the difference between beaches?
Let's start with the free municipal beaches. These are long and uncrowded shores with fine white sand, along which numerous date palms and olive trees grow. On some calm and quiet beaches, you can see a beautiful sight - a flock of extraordinary pink flamingos, gracefully flying over the turquoise waves.
Most the best beaches are located in the northeast of the island. In this place, the Djerba lagoon is located, it is reliably protected from the northern winds and is perfectly warmed by the bright sun. The beach strip is very long and wide. This place is also home to the most popular, judging by the reviews, hotels on the island of Djerba (Tunisia).
The western shores are largely uninhabited, with only occasional couples or groups of tourists in love. Here are completely different, indescribable feelings of unity and harmony with this wonderful world... Accordingly, there is practically no infrastructure around. Travelers come here in rented cars and take their provisions with them.
Accommodation options and price bracket
It should be noted right away that comfortable accommodation is the main thing that is offered to tourists in hotels. However, you can feel quite fine even in the most unpretentious and inexpensive hotels on the island of Djerba in Tunisia. All inclusive, so beloved Russian tourists a concept that works almost everywhere.
The island has guest houses and villas, as well as hotels of categories 1 *, 3 *, 4 * and 5 *. The location can be in the city center or not far from it, on the first or second coastline. The level of comfort and service in them, of course, differ, as well as the cost of a room per night.
The minimum price for accommodation is a little more than 1300 rubles in a rather nice hotel Djerba Erriadh 1 *. Room rate per day in 3 * categories with the most good rating will be from 2,000 to 5,000 rubles. In prestigious and respectable categories (for example, Park Inn Ulysse Resort & Thalasso 5 *) prices can go up to 20,000-30,000 rubles per day in the most expensive room.
Rating of the best hotels in the island of Djerba (Tunisia) according to tourists' reviews
Resa Dar Sema Djerba 3 * - rated by tourists at 9.8 points out of 10. The apart-hotel is located in the capital of the island. Here you can find the ideal value for money. It is a small complex with only four rooms. If you want the staff to pay a lot of attention to you, literally "blowing dust off you", come to this hotel. Individual approach to each client, excellent service and delicious breakfasts are guaranteed here.
Hotel Palm Asur 4 * is very popular among vacationers, it is chosen more often than other accommodation options, due to its reasonable cost and excellent location on the first line. During the civil revolution in Tunisia (2011), many hotels in the tourist area of Midoun were emptied. "Palm Azur" opened earlier than others, its territory and rooms were renewed. Today it is very calm and quiet place with excellent service and comfortable suites.
The Kzar Djerba 4 * hotel is not inferior in demand among Russian vacationers. This is also the Midoun area. The minimum cost per room starts from 2300 rubles, which is considered quite acceptable for a hotel of this category. Tourists highly praise the restaurant, a beautiful area with indoor and outdoor pools, a magnificent conference room equipped with everything necessary for holding business events, a fairly spacious tennis court. The staff greets guests in Russian, which cannot but please our compatriots.
Best of the Best: 5 * hotels of Djerba island in Tunisia
Hasdrubal Thalassa and SPA 5 * has a rating of 10 out of 10 possible points. This is the first coastline, and the territory of the hotel is just huge. On the beach, sun loungers and umbrellas stand at a decent distance from each other so that the guest's personal space is not disturbed. The food is delicious. Guests are offered fresh seafood dishes and the best fruits, elite drinks, the most delicate oriental desserts.
Another hotel from this chain is Hasdrubal Prestige 5 * (10 out of 10). Tourists compare this huge and luxurious complex with the palace from the fairy tale "A Thousand and One Nights". Eastern refinement and knowledge of proportion is felt in everything. European service at the highest level.
Golden mean: 4 * hotels on the island of Djerba in Tunisia
Several of the most popular complexes in this category have been described above. "Fours" are chosen more often than other hotels because they combine not only an acceptable cost of living, but also high-class service, comfort, and a wide range of services. Tourists claim that some 4 * hotels in Tunisia are in no way inferior to expensive respectable 5 * apartments, and in some ways they may even surpass them.
Such hotels on the island of Djerba (Tunisia) as Seabel Rym Beach 4 * are very popular for family vacation with small children. Tourists usually choose the end of August or the beginning of September to visit the country, as the climate at this time is the mildest. The Sibel Hotel has a huge territory, an excellent beach with a gentle slope into the sea and children's playgrounds. For younger guests, you can choose a nutritious meal, such as cereals and light soups, dairy products. The local population treats the children very warmly; interesting entertainment events are being prepared for them. Animation teams strive to make children and adults have fun. Crocodile farm just 10 minutes from the hotel.
Djerba Plaza Hotel & Spa 4 * is located in the heart of the tourist area of Midoun. A distinctive feature of this hotel in Djerba Island (Tunisia) is the presence of five restaurants and several bars. Even gourmets will satisfy their exquisite taste here, there are dishes for vegetarians, lovers of Eastern and European cuisine. The hotel rental offers the option of renting a car or bicycle to explore the beautiful landscapes of the surrounding area.
Large and very comfortable family rooms with excellent renovation attract families to the Vincci Helios Beach 4 * hotel. The hotel territory stretches for almost ten hectares. There are thalassotherapy centers, swimming pools, a children's mini-club, babysitting for even the smallest children. According to tourists' reviews, the food at the hotel is just great. In the evenings, wonderful entertainment programs take place, later dancers can go to night club complex.
Carribean World Djerba 4 * is a real paradise for water lovers! In addition to the magnificent wide and well-maintained beach, the hotel has a large number of swimming pools with slides and a small children's water park.
What are tourists fed with?
Judging by the reviews about the island of Djerba, it is worth trying the Tunisian national tea, which is served hot or cold. Honey, mint and pine nuts must be added to it. They say that some kind of unique combination is obtained. By the way, you can try to make such a drink at home. From local alcohol, tourists distinguish date liqueur and a variety of fruit wines.
The All Inclusive restaurants of the best hotels on the island of Djerba in Tunisia serve both local dishes (beef or veal stew with vegetables, seafood) and international dishes. French dishes are very popular here, which are prepared with special skill.
Tourists should understand that they are coming to a Muslim country, it is necessary to respect its religion and traditions. For example, in Tunisia it is not customary to abuse alcoholic beverages, drink them in public places and appear drunk in public places. There is also a negative attitude towards smoking here, although in some hotels you can find different types of rooms.
Crocodile farm, pirate ship and other attractions
There are not so many on the island interesting places associated with the rich history of Tunisia, such as Carthage. But here, too, there is something to brighten up your leisure time. Fans of cultural tourism should go with a sightseeing tour of the city, which covers all significant architectural structures islands. For example, you can see the Roman road, the large and very ancient synagogue of El Griba, the powerful fortress Borj El Kebir, and next to it is a rather informative museum of local lore.
More entertaining than educational event is proposed to be performed on a pirate ship. Many of today's Tunisians are distant descendants of the Berber pirates who once chose Djerba as their base. In the XXI century, you can feel the atmosphere and spirit of those distant times. To do this, visit a pirate ship recreated to the smallest detail and put on the costumes of daring sailors.
In addition, many tourists swim along the coast Mediterranean Sea with excursions to some small and picturesque islands. The price usually includes an interesting and tasty pirate-style dinner with fresh red fish and other delicacies.
O amusement park Djerba Explore has been heard by many, you should definitely come here. Both children and adults will like it here. Of greatest interest is the crocodile farm, which is inhabited mainly by the huge Nile crocodiles. It is noteworthy that reptiles are not raised here for the purpose of showing entertaining tricks with their participation or making elegant handbags and straps from their skin, as in Pattaya. Crocodiles live in conditions as close as possible to their natural habitat, and tourists can watch them from specially equipped bridges. Often, vacationers try to calculate that the time of visiting the park coincides with the feeding time of these green giants (usually around 16:00).
After such emotional spectacles, you can safely walk through the park, see the Tunisian village recreated in all its national color. Here there are real houses made of clay and lime, and camels help to pump water for irrigation of fields, with their help the peasants cultivate the soil. In the Lalla Hadria Museum you can see unique exhibits of Arab culture, some of which date back to the 7th century.
Instead of a conclusion
As you can see, the island of Djerba is a place that is suitable for any comfortable stay. The main distinguishing feature of all accommodation options on the island is excellent service and high quality staff. Residents love the sun and water, which is why hotel rooms often have pleasant golden hues. There are several swimming pools in the territories among the palm and olive trees, and the wonderful white beaches of the island will be remembered for a lifetime.
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Djerba is a resort island in the south of Tunisia, which at first glance does not differ much from the mainland of the country. But it has a special charm that attracts thousands of European tourists all year round. And the island has something to conquer its guests: from natural beauty and measured pace of life to picturesque beaches and historical heritage.
Djerba climate
The island of Djerba, located in the bay and at the same time close to the desert, has a mild tropical climate. The swimming season here lasts almost all year round, but nevertheless it is customary to distinguish between low and high seasons. The best time to relax is from April to the end of November. average temperature the air on the island at this time is + 29 ° C, the water warms up to + 27 ° C. The rest of the months are low season in Djerba. The sea cools down to + 20 ° C.
Djerba Island Map
Holidays in Djerba
First of all, Djerba is a destination for beach holiday... The coast is wide here and in some areas reaches 500 m. All of them are covered with coarse or fine sand - there are almost no rocky beaches. It is believed that the best are focused on east coast where the snow-white beach line resembles the paradise pictures of the beaches of the Caribbean. Naturally, there were built the best hotels that meet the highest requirements of holidaymakers. For a secluded getaway, you can choose the northern or South coast islands, where there are noticeably fewer tourists.
Djerba has long been one of the main thalassotherapy centers in Tunisia. On its territory there are modern centers, where rest will give you peace of mind. You can come to Djerba for thalassotherapy sessions in any season - the mild climate is completely conducive to this. There are swimming pools with sea water, body wraps, mud baths, massages and whole packages of recovery programs (from weight loss to rehabilitation after surgery).
Djerba landmarks
Despite the remoteness from the mainland, Djerba will not be bored with such a rich historical heritage and amazing nature nearby. You can start your acquaintance with the island by visiting its main city -. Here is a monumental the fortress of Gazi Mustafa, whose history began in the 9th century. Inside, the fortress consists of corridors and passages, one of which contains a small mosque. Climbing to the top offers breathtaking views of the bay. Concerts and street markets are often held in front of the fortress.
It will be interesting to visit Museum of local lore, which contains a large collection of traditional clothes of the inhabitants of Djerba, ceramics, jewelry and household utensils. Of the religious monuments, the Wanderers' Mosque deserves attention, decorated with a minaret with ornaments and domes.
After the path of most tourists lies to Djerba lagoon... it unique place where there is a chance to observe the life of pink flamingos. They usually arrive in the Laguna in winter, and the observation process requires endurance from tourists. The rest of the time, the natural pride of Djerba is a place for leisurely walks in the shade of olive and date groves.
Worth a trip to town Riyadh where is located Grib synagogue... It is officially recognized as the oldest in Africa. Visitors are impressed by the Central Hall, the arches and walls of which are faced with tiles. The synagogue contains a valuable old Torah scroll... As for the building itself, it was restored in the 19th century and has not survived in its original form.
Those wishing to get acquainted with customs local residents need to go to Gellalu where works Museum of folk traditions... Here they will tell you what the peculiarities of the life of the island are and how they differ from the way of life on the mainland of Tunisia. The museum will show how traditional crafts are made and olive oil is extracted, henna patterns are painted and national clothes are weaved.
Shopping in Djerba
You should not look for a large number of fashion boutiques on Djerba. Some work in the city, but shopping on the island will mostly be souvenir. It is difficult to leave Djerba empty-handed - tourists are attracted by numerous oriental bazaars, where one can feel the unique flavor of Tunisia. Here you can buy excellent straw hats, small colorful carpets, rose water, oriental perfumes with a unique scent. Women massively buy local cosmetics and soap with healing mud and algae in the composition.
Tunisian ceramics painted by the craftsmen of the island of Djerba are of particular value. It's better to go for her to Gellalu, which offers a wide range of products at different prices. You can take good wine from Djerba - the traditions of its production came from the French colonists. Wine and liqueurs are sold here at moderate prices ($ 3-20). Jewelry is very popular - both inexpensive bijouterie and fine jewelry from specialized boutiques. One of the most original souvenirs is the Desert Rose. These are mineral formations in the form of a bud, formed by rain and sand. The Desert Rose has a natural color or is sold after the buds are painted with bright colors by the craftsmen.
Djerba Restaurants
A visit to restaurants on Djerba is another opportunity to feel the flavor of the island. In list best tourists are called La lagune in the city of Midoun, which overlooks the ocean. The menu includes grilled fish, salads, meat dishes and tapas. There is a fish restaurant right on the beach Adel serving fresh seafood at reasonable prices. It is worth ordering meze, king prawns in a signature sauce and inimitable Bedouin dishes.
There is no shortage of good establishments in Houmt Souk. Haroun- a restaurant offering a variety of fish, sherbet, local tea with almonds, meze. In the evenings, guests are entertained with national music. In the same city deserves attention Essofra... The menu includes Tunisian snacks, mint tea, couscous, fish prepared according to the Djerba recipe in a mixture of special spices, and tender Tunisian stew. Essofra is notable for its unusual interior - it resembles a museum and is decorated with antique furniture.
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Once again, I welcome you to the beautiful Tunisian beach we reached by boat.
Why go somewhere to the beach if the hotel has quite a good one? For me that is also a mystery, but apparently the organizers wanted to surprise us and they did it. If you want to know how we got there, what we did along the way, rested on the "island", whether we saw flamingos and so on - welcome!
To get into any tourist place first you need to leave the tourist area. You can also find something in it, but behind it, as a rule, it is much more interesting. The main thing is not to get out of one tourist area to another. :)
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It seems that I have not shown the Djerba mosque yet. I'm not particularly strong in them, I do not distinguish between Shiite and Sunni, and I cannot say by the type of construction the approximate date of construction and style. Churches are a little easier.
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We are not driving long and it looks like, as I wrote above, we are moving from one tourist area to another. Everything is too different from what was opened from the bus window 3 minutes ago. It was not that it was too garbage or ruined, but habitable, but here everything is beautiful, but no one is there.
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Hey people!
It was us, with the whole journalistic crowd, who arrived at the Djerba marina near the city of Houmt-Souk - the largest on the island.
Everything here looks almost European. Africa is given out only by date palms, and the fact that this is all tourist we are told by the same pleasure boats, "parked" along the embankment.
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We follow the smell and find ourselves in the fishing port. Some fishermen do not hesitate to show their catch.
The rest are dismantling gear, nets, preparing boats for going to sea. The smell is "wonderful". :)
I hope you know how fish smells in the heat at +30 and above? In general, you can't confuse it with anything.
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Why no one is loaded on these ships, is there a tourist crisis in Tunisia? I don’t believe that so few people want to ride with "pirates", they just have no idea what they are losing! :)
Probably just sales people in hotels are not finalizing it.
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Welcome aboard! "Pirates" are very happy to have guests. They are especially happy when they see the opposite sex. :)
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To the soundtrack to "Pirates caribbean"They cleverly give up the mooring lines, and they themselves rush to the mast. It seems they will raise the sails, but no, they show us something like the tricks of trapeze artists, climbing and hovering on the shrouds in every possible way.
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In my opinion, all fishing boats should be like that, but if you have such a boat, then most likely you will only catch fish for food and you will not be able to earn anything at all.
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In previous posts I have already mentioned safety and now I will show the boat with our guards again.
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If you had no plans to burn out in the sun on this particular day, then it was best to be in the shade of the upper deck. Soft drinks, biscuits and delicious halva were also offered here.
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It's good for bloggers to sit in the shade, but imagine how difficult it was for those who were here on real business trips, sent on business trips with editorial assignments, these people, disdaining the heat, filmed stories. :)
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Do you know why there is such heavy traffic on the water? It's simple. The fairway to the sea passes here. 10 meters to the right or to the left and a depth of 2 meters. The coast of the island is not famous for its great depths. That is why, although one cannot say for sure, the water warms up quickly.
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Our skipper confidently drives in the narrow corridor, not forgetting to smile at the photographers.
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It would be boring to just sail for almost an hour. Alcoholic drinks were not served, all that was left was to look at the sea and communicate with each other.
But the team had other plans for us. Since we left the fishing port, it made sense to take a net with us and go fishing a little.
There were no indifferent participants in the casting of the net!
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It turns out that on this ship the latches differ in M and F! :)
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I don't remember exactly, but most likely at that moment the corresponding soundtrack from "Titanic" was played.
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We go along the coast of the wide sandy spit Ras R`mal - Sand Head. There are marinas and impressive sheds on the side of the bay for tourist boats.
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Surprisingly, they are not bursting with tourists. So there is a chance to come here and not be stunned by the number of people.
Maybe it even makes sense to grab a rod and fish a little?
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We moor in the same way as those of our schooners stand and land.
Who remembers that initially our trip was called "to the island of flamingos". After half an hour of torturing our escorts, we finally found out that there are no flamingos here in June. This is almost a beautiful legend and it is extremely rare to find them here.
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There are many more camel drivers here than mythical flamingos. The camels did not tempt me. I didn't skate.
They asked us on the beach 10 euros for half an hour.
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On one side of the spit there is a bay, and on the other there is an open and shallow sea. Most that for those who have not bought themselves near the hotel on the beach. :)
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Or forgot to take a photo.
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We spent about an hour here waiting for an additional entertainment program.
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kirill_potapov sends hello to everyone! :)
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Meanwhile, the entertainment continues. What do tourists love more incendiary Arabic music?
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Right. Have a good meal! :)
The girls were specially called, because it was they who, according to the old pirate custom, had to bring cooked food to the tables.
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I wish I could sign everyone, but I can only sign Elena mozhet_byt163 from Samara.
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Our cap has changed and is dancing with a dish on its head. The most important thing is not to miss anything and photograph. We are the press! :)
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It would be absolutely unforgivable not to film what we finally got to taste. Believe me, it was not only beautiful, but also delicious. By the way, lunch was non-alcoholic. If you want to take it, take your own, but it's better not, it's too hot to drink during the day. :)
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Better tea, but it is very sweet and almost 100% mint, I had enough for a maximum of a couple of glasses. Some sweet things were also offered, but after such tea it couldn’t come in. If you want to try everything, count your strength.
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It's time to board the ship. I took the command "whistle all upstairs" too literally and climbed just above the place where I could be comfortable.
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From here, a wonderful view of the bungalow-tent and the surrounding buildings opened up.
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The photo is my personal favorite.
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He said let's go!
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Natalya Seliverstova, the chief photographer of RIA Novosti, does not part with her two Nikons.
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Zadorny Konstantin Skripalev.
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And the press girls dancing with the pirates. Have their parents never told them that it is at least unwise to get involved with pirates? :)
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Arthur from St. Petersburg and Alexander udikov from Kazan are watching with tension the climax of the dance with the pirates.
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The rest are just talking.
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Say hello from the bowsprit. For a long time we were not allowed to be photographed there. The team got worried and took us out of there. :)
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Remember we were throwing a net somewhere here a few hours ago? It's time to get her out! The catch is not rich. There are literally 10 small fish on 30 meters of the net.
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And I would like to let go, but such a net seriously injures the fish, it is only for frying.
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We return to the port.
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All fishing boats have been in place for a long time.
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Barely having time to say goodbye to the "pirates" the most desperate, instead of running to the bus, rush to the ships and boats, hoping to shoot something interesting.
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Rest between going out to sea without going home. Why waste time, wrap yourself in a blanket and sleep in the shade of the boat!
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The mountains of pots for catching octopuses could not leave anyone indifferent.
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Such is the siesta in Ramadan from local fishermen. You can't eat or drink, but you can wallow in the shade and chat while watching fussy tourists.
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I conclude today's story with a frame with flowers and the sea in the arch.
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I will not start to get short posts from 5-10 photos, but only from fifty. :)
Should I continue?
One of the main attractions of the island of Djerba in Tunisia is the island of the Pink Flamingos. These birds nest in colonies on shallow shores and islands of large lakes and seas in Africa, southern Europe and southwest Asia. And since Tunisia is Africa, it means that we were obliged to get to this island.
01. I'll start in order, perhaps. You can go on an excursion from the seaport of the city of Houmt-Souk, where we arrived on a comfortable bus from Anex Tour.
02. This beautiful port, where you can appreciate not only the architecture of Tunisia, but also make sure that the inhabitants of the city and coastal villages simply cannot imagine their life without nets or a harpoon.
03. It's good when you can boast of a good catch.
04. Nets are being dried.
05. And here preparations are in full swing for the next outing to the sea for fish. Fishermen are preparing their nets.
06. And they drive such cars in Tunisia. I believe that this old "Frenchman" is an avid fisherman. We remember with you that a car in Tunisia is, first of all, not a luxury, but a means of transportation.
07. Here we are already approaching the pirate ship, on which we will soon go to the island of pink flamingos. The ships impress with their beauty and uniqueness. Everyone wants to capture them on their cameras. Here is Andrey andrusha_bey not an exception.
08. And I am no exception, of course. Well, is the ship beautiful?
09. It's time to board a real pirate ship with real pirates.
10. Examine the port from the upper deck. All boats are mainly fishing boats. This is understandable.
11. Nearby, someone manages to take a selfie with the port in the background. So this is May Friend Lech lexzag hid his eyes behind fashionable glasses.
12. Let's look around.
13. Everything is visible from the upper deck!
14. In fact, more pirates can be seen from the mast, on which they climbed, performing various acrobatic stunts.
15. It's time to go to interesting journey to the island of pink flamingos along the waves of the Mediterranean Sea.
16. "Captain, right at the helm!"
17. We go almost by touch! The captain is experienced, and with his eyes closed he will not stray off the course.
18. Everything is real here, even the flag is there!
19. In the meantime, the ship is in full swing entertainment... Music plays, pirates entertain the audience.
20. We will also try our luck and throw the net into the sea in order to catch a fish on the way back.
21. In the meantime, it's worth examining our ship. In general, it is in good condition!
22. The people are already in anticipation when an island will appear on the horizon.
23. A military boat accompanied us all the way. This is a question about security, if that.
24. Here it is - the island of pink flamingos, almost nearby.
25. In this place we noticed a jellyfish. You see her, and she is here.
27. So, it seems that on the island we will not be alone.
28. And here is our pier. Pirates, to work, knit strong nautical knots.
29. Everything should be harmonious and clear. The overall result of the command depends on each one.
29. We get down from the ship and see that the island is inhabited. There are traces of ATVs.
30. And even more so the traces of camels. So, don't forget why we came to the island - to see pink flamingos. We go in search of them.
31. They are not here.
32. And here they are not visible.
33. It seems that they are not here either.
34. Unfortunately, our searches were unsuccessful. Pink flamingos didn't want to come to us. We did not become very upset, we swam in the warm sea, swimming away from the jellyfish.
35. And at noon a delicious lunch awaited us in a very pleasant atmosphere. The menu includes Tunisian salad, Tunisian couscous, grilled fish, mint tea, seasonal fruits. Our girls take out food to live music and dancing.
36. Delicious fish, mmm ...
38. Eh, it's a pity we didn't get to see the pink flamingos. But, we were not upset at all, because the atmosphere on the ship, on the island, was conducive to the most positive emotions! It's time to head back to the island of Djerba.
39. And on the ship again dancing to cheerful music.
Everybody dances! When else can you dance on a pirate ship with pirates? It was like this:
40. By the way, remember on the way to the flamingo island we threw the net into the sea? It's time to check it out on the way back.
41. There is even a small catch. Everyone is happy and happy!
42. Our trip to the island of pink flamingos has come to an end. Summarizing this excursion a little, I will say: yes, it is very disappointing that the beautiful birds did not want to fly to us, but we had a great time! And the ship is right and the pirates are funny! The main thing is that we tried the traditional couscous dish. The excursion turned out to be very colorful, I advise!
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