Check out the most comprehensive overview of the cost of a vacation in the resorts of Tunisia in 2021! We have studied the reviews of tourists and collected for you prices for all-inclusive tours, hotels, food, entertainment and excursions.
Many tourists have discovered a great holiday in the coastal resorts of Tunisia. Thanks to a short flight, first-class hotels and an abundance of historical monuments, the country in northern Africa has become an excellent alternative to the resorts of southern Russia and Turkey. Use the information from our review and plan your expenses for your vacation in Tunisia!
Beach holiday season in Tunisia
Tunisian resorts receive tourists all year round, because the air temperature in this country is never below + 10 ° C. Late autumn, winter and early spring are referred to as the low season. When the Mediterranean Sea is too cold for swimming, they go to the resorts for thalassotherapy and excursion tourism.
The beach season in Tunisia opens at the beginning May, although the sea water is still cold for long swims (+17 ... + 19 ° С). At the end of spring, those who do not tolerate the summer heat try to rest in the resorts of Tunisia. Moreover, tourists choose resorts in the south of the country, where the sea is 1-2 degrees warmer.
To the second half june the sea water temperature reaches +20 ... + 21 ° С, and many tourists come to the resorts. According to tourists, a vacation in June in Tunisia is good because during the day it is not too hot on the coast, and in the evenings there is a pleasant coolness.
In the middle of summer, real heat comes to North Africa. IN july during the day, the air temperature rises to +31 ... + 33 ° С, and in august the thermometer almost never drops below + 35 ° С. The heat of the day is not easy, but the nights in Tunisia delight tourists with a soft warmth. In July, the sea water temperature rises to +23 ... + 28 ° С. July and August are the peak tourist season, so prices for holidays in Tunisia in 2021 are increasing - including for all-inclusive tours.
Find out what the weather is like in Tunisia.
Should you be wary of summer rains? No, you shouldn't be afraid of bad weather! According to long-term statistics, from June to August in Tunisia, no more than 20 mm of precipitation falls every month. To understand whether this is a lot or a little, let's compare the figures with Moscow. At the same time, there is 80 mm of precipitation in the Russian capital. So during your vacation in Tunisia, you most likely will not find it rains at all. Even if he does, there is a lot to do in the hotel, especially where everything is included.
From the middle september the heat on the coast subsides a little, and the air brought in from the deserts becomes more humid. During the day, in Tunisian resorts, the air temperature reaches + 31 ° C. The sea heated over the summer cools down slowly, and even at the end of September its temperature does not drop below + 26 ° С. This is a good time to relax in Tunisia with children.
Some tourists consider October more comfortable for a vacation in Tunisia. In the middle of autumn, there is no intense heat in North Africa, and the sea remains warm in summer +24 ... + 26 ° С. True, the weather is changing.
In the first decade of November, the beach season in Tunisia comes to an end. The weather is getting worse. Strong winds with sand rise on the coast, and the sky is often covered with clouds. Due to storms, the Mediterranean Sea quickly cools down to +18 ... + 20 ° С. At the end of autumn, only fans of surfing and sightseeing trips around the country come to rest.
Where is the best place to relax in Tunisia in 2021
The white sandy coast, the abundance of historical monuments and the exoticism of the East attract travelers from all over the world to the Southern Mediterranean. For relaxing on the beaches, most tourists choose the island of Djerba, Hammamet, Sousse, Monastir or Mahdia. In the large resort centers - Sousse and Hammamet - there are many 5 * hotels operating on the "all inclusive" system - there are the most comfortable rest in Tunisia. Sousse and Hammamet are home to amusement parks and thalassotherapy centers, water parks and large shopping malls.
Young people like Sousse, and connoisseurs of a more relaxing holiday come to Monastir. The beach area of this resort is moved outside the city - to the resort Skanes... The hotel fund in Monastir is a bit outdated and needs modernization. With the exception of sailing trips, a riding school and golf courses, there is little to no entertainment at this resort.
Mahdia is considered a good resort for rest in Tunisia. The coastal town is prized for its tranquility, clean, wide beaches and picturesque greenery. Divers love to come to Mahdia.
The most elite hotels in the country are located on the beautiful island of Djerba. In addition to serving tourists, the population of the island grows figs, olives and dates, and is also engaged in fishing. A vacation in Djerba is not cheap.
Find out where to relax in Tunisia.
Prices for all inclusive holidays in Tunisia in 2021
For a trip to Tunisian resorts, we advise you to buy tours online. On the Internet you can find and book suitable tours at low prices.
Tour Buying Tips:
- Tours to Tunisia are slightly more expensive than the same vouchers to Turkey. The difference in cost is due only to the duration of the flight. Getting to know the culture and traditions of the new country and relaxing on excellent beaches will pay off the money invested a hundredfold.
- To save as much as possible on your holidays in Tunisia in 2021, buy tours for the beginning of summer, the second half of September or October, when prices are much lower.
- Always compare prices for tours with different meals. All inclusive holidays in Tunisia are sometimes cheaper than breakfast and dinner.
- If you travel for 7-14 days, buying a ready-made tour will be more profitable than traveling on your own.
- When planning a vacation in Tunisia, always check the prices for tours of different lengths. Sometimes it happens that a tour for 11 days is cheaper than a trip for a week.
Prices for holidays in Tunisia "all inclusive" in 2021 for two adults from Moscow (for different resorts - Sousse, Hammamet, Djerba, Monastir, etc.):
| month | 7 days | 11 days | 14 days |
| May | 27000 | - | - |
| June | 30000 | 32000 | 42000 |
| July | 25000 | 35000 | 41000 |
| August | 26000 | 38000 | 42000 |
| September | 27000 | 34000 | 37000 |
| October | 25000 | 29000 | 35000 |
Prices for vouchers are approximate and are indicated in rubles. Depending on demand, the cost of the tours is constantly changing.
Prices for hotels in Tunisia - 2021
Most Tunisian hotels are 4 * and 5 *. In resort towns and villages there are hotels of all famous world chains. It is also possible to stay in private half-board and villas.
In all-inclusive hotels in Tunisia, the rest is comfortable, and the prices are reasonable. The hotels are on the first line and have their own equipped beaches, gyms, health centers, saunas and Turkish baths.
The approximate cost of a double room per day during the peak tourist season:
| Guesthouses away from the beaches | 24$ |
| Guesthouses near the sea | 47$ |
| Hotel 1 * | 53$ |
| Hotel 2 * | 59$ |
| Hotel 3 * | 67$ |
| Hotel 4 * | 85$ |
| Hotel 5 * | 129$ |
| Villas | 105$ |
Points to consider:
- When choosing a hotel, pay attention to the ratings of tourists, not the number of stars. Although the hotels in the country are classified according to the 5-star system, some of them turn out to be inferior to the declared category.
- Look carefully at the prices. If a 4 * hotel stands like a 3 * hotel, most likely, vacationers will find old furniture, not very high service or an incompletely equipped beach area.
Food prices
Exchange rate: 1 Tunisian dinar (TND) ≈ 27 RUB.
All inclusive Tunisian hotels, like almost all over the world, have a buffet. The Mediterranean food is very popular among vacationers: vegetables, grilled meat, seafood. In the menu of restaurants belonging to 5 * hotels, you can always choose dietary meals.
During a vacation in Tunisia, tourists are not limited to what the hotel offers, but try different dishes of Tunisian cuisine. North African culinary traditions are influenced by European and Arabic cuisine, and grocery prices in Tunisian shops are inexpensive. You can have breakfast, lunch or dinner in a cafe for 6-12 TND, and in a restaurant for 8-20 TND.
Here are the approximate prices for national dishes and groceries in stores:
- meat kebab - 20 TND;
- grilled dorado fish - 5-8 TND;
- tortilla with olives - 0.4-0.8 TND;
- Tunisian salad - 4.8-6 TND;
- local cheese, 1 kg - 17 TND;
- bananas and apples, 1 kg - 3.5 TND;
- peaches, 1 kg - 4.25 TND;
- dates, 1 kg - 6-12 TND;
- wine, 1 bottle - from 7 TND;
- beer, 0.5 l - 1 TND;
- date liqueur "Tibarin", 0.75 l - 70 TND;
- coffee - 2.8-5 TND;
- green tea with mint - 2 TND.
Keep in mind that street food in Tunisia is not as common as in Turkey or Southeast Asian countries. If you are staying in the city, you should look for cheaper products in local supermarkets. Tourists are especially fond of the shops of the Magasin Général chain.
Entertainment prices
During their holidays in Tunisia in 2021, travelers can visit water parks and zoos, go diving, windsurfing or yachting. Tunisian thalassotherapy centers await those looking for a more relaxing holiday.
Entertainment cost:
- a trip on a "pirate" ship - 20 TND;
- trip by catamaran - 85 TND;
- diving, diving - 50-60 TND;
- diving training - 175 TND;
- riding on a "banana" - 10 TND;
- parachuting - 25-30 TND;
- ATV ride - 50 TND;
- visiting the zoo - 30-50 TND;
- photo with an animal - 1-2 TND;
- camel riding - 10-25 TND;
- spa treatments - 50-80 TND.
Prices for excursions in Tunisia
North Africa has ruins of ancient cities and powerful medieval forts, mosques and Christian temples, bustling oriental bazaars and interesting museums. When planning your spending on holidays in Tunisia in 2021, keep in mind that prices for excursions from a tour operator are usually higher than from a local travel agency. To save money, find out in advance where tourists buy excursions. You can also find on the Internet the schedule of local buses and minibuses - they are easy to get to many Tunisian attractions on their own.
Approximate prices for excursion tours in Tunisia in 2021:
- sightseeing tour of the resort and its surroundings - 50 TND;
- blue and white city of Sidi Bou Said - 50 TND;
- the ancient city-museum of Carthage - 100 TND;
- Roman amphitheater El Jem - 70 TND;
- excursion to the plant for the production of olive oil Udna Zaguan - 65 TND;
- one day trip to the Berber village in jeeps - 100 TND;
- two-day trip to the Sahara with jeep and camel ride - 285 TND.
When planning sightseeing trips around the country, keep in mind that the climate on the coast and in the mainland of Tunisia is different. In July and August, when the real heat sets in in North Africa, you should refrain from traveling inland of Tunisia. Going on a tour of the Sahara or exploring the ruins of Carthage is better in cooler weather.
Holidays with children in 2021
The best time for a vacation in Tunisia with children is June and the first two months of autumn. At the beginning of summer, the most comfortable conditions for children's recreation are on the island of Djerba, where sea water is 1-2 ° C warmer than on the mainland. Parents with children love Tunisia for its spacious sandy beaches and try to choose resorts where the sea near the coast is shallow. All-inclusive hotels are popular among tourists in Tunisia with children.
You shouldn't count on the level of animation that Russians are used to in Turkey. Beach activities and sightseeing trips are popular in the North African country. In cities, parents with children are offered a ride on a carriage - 10-15 TND or on a tourist train - 4-5 TND.
Water parks... Tourists who are staying in Sousse, El Kantaoui, Monastir or Mahdia visit the water parks Aquasplash and Acqua Palace... It is convenient to get to water parks from Hammamet and Nabil Flipper and AquaLand... From Gammarth, Sedria, La Gulette and La Marsa - to the water park Carthage Land Les Berges du Lac... A visit to the water park will cost about 45 TND for an adult and 30-40 TND for a child. Babies under 80 cm are allowed to enter water entertainment centers free of charge.
Reviews of tourists about the rest in Tunisia
What are the pros and cons of travelers who decide to relax in Tunisia in 2021? Many tourists enjoy coming here because a trip to the southern Mediterranean coast has many positive points:
- Any travel agency sells vouchers to Tunisian resorts, and you can fly to Tunisia from all major cities of Russia.
- Enjoy an all-inclusive tour of Tunisia any time of the year.
- A direct flight from Moscow takes about 5.5 hours.
- A convenient shuttle service to resorts is organized from the airports.
- Tunisian hotels are popular with tourists because of the good level of service. Practically each of them offers to holidaymakers thalassotherapy health courses.
- The climate on the coast of the country is dry, so high temperatures are relatively easily tolerated.
- The beaches on the southern Mediterranean coast are wide and covered with soft sand.
- Nearly every resort has fun attractions for children.
- There are many ancient architectural monuments and natural attractions near the resorts. Active guests can go diving, sailing and windsurfing.
- The country has good conditions for lovers of inexpensive shopping.
TO disadvantages of rest in Tunisia, travelers include:
- In July and August, resorts and beaches are crowded with holidaymakers.
- In summer, a hot sirocco wind can blow from the desert, due to which the temperature on the coast increases by 10-15 ° C.
- In August, many jellyfish appear near the coast of Tunisia, and swimming becomes not very comfortable. True, the invasion of jellyfish does not happen every year.
It should be borne in mind that assessments of one or another resort are always subjective. If you carefully prepare for the trip, choose the right time and hotel, vacation by the sea in Tunisia will turn into a pleasure.
