Route Description
The route leads from Douz along the dirt road to El Faouar, 40 km away, where the Sand Rose Route begins. Once you've found the right track, you'll pass through a palm grove where locals work during the day. A sandy track then winds its way between small dunes (approximately 1 meter high).

Here, you'll need to follow your GPS, as there are always tracks branching off to the left and right. After a few kilometers, you'll see a small lake on the right, where flamingos sometimes wade. The track continues along small dune fields; after a wooden track, you'll reach a small oasis with a fountain. Camel herds often come here, also looking to quench their thirst..  

After a short rest, we continue on our journey. Now we have to follow the GPS coordinates again to find the right route to the sand roses.

Another shorter dune passage and we're at our destination, "Sand Roses." These things are everywhere. You find yourself in a basin of larger dunes. If you want to drive through dunes, this is the place for you. This is also an excellent place for an overnight stay. You can find wood to start a small fire.

Where:
Tunisia, Douz

Route Length:
Approx. 160 km (round trip)

Difficulty:
80 km of paved road, otherwise small dunes and lots of sand.

Gas Station:
Only in Douz