Tataouine Matmata and Star Wars sites

Tataouine Matmata offers a unique Star Wars adventure. This tour departs early from Djerba via the Roman road. First, you will stop at the Chahbania salt lake for a photo break. After that, you continue to the town of Tataouine Matmata’s famous landmark. Notably, this town inspired the name of the planet Tatooine in Star Wars. Here, you can walk around the market. You can also practice negotiating with local merchants.

Next, you will continue to Ksar Ouled Soltane. This fortified granary dates from the 15th century. In fact, it served as the setting for Mos Espa in Episode I. Consequently, you will see the slave quarters from the film.

Discover Berber villages and Ksour

Then, you journey to the Berber village of Chenini. During this visit, you will discover its oil mill. You will also see its granaries and its mosque. Moreover, you will admire houses carved into the mountains. Finally, you will enjoy the panoramic view overlooking the village.

Afterwards, you escape to Ksar Hadada. This magnificent 17th century attic features beautifully restored ghorfas (rooms). As a result, you can explore this famous Star Wars location. Specifically, this site served as a setting for Episode I: The Phantom Menace.

Later, after lunch, you take the road to Matmata. The route goes through marvelous lunar landscapes. Upon arrival, you will visit the hotel Sidi Driss in Tataouine Matmata region. Importantly, this hotel served as the dining room and the Lars’ kitchen in Star Wars. Furthermore, you will see the cave rooms used in the film.

Then, you meet a Berber family. During this visit, you will discover a typical troglodyte house. Likewise, you share a moment of conviviality with the local inhabitants. Typically, they will offer you good mint tea. Sometimes, they may even offer a traditional dish.

On the way back, you stop at the Berber village of Toujane. There, you discover local traditions. You also see traditional costumes and typical jewels. Eventually, you return to Djerba. You will feel enriched and amazed by the treasures of southern Tunisia.