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I travelled around Tunisia in 2003 and have always wanted to go back on the motorbike. Obviously the political situation has changed with FCO advising against all but essential travel to Tunisia. This is a tentative initial thread to see if any persons within the Horizon Community have any interest in a say month long trip across France and ferry across to Tunisia, or whether this is not really feasible at this point in time due to FCO advice or other factors. Having travelled in Egypt just after 9/11 local people were delighted to see me, as tourists had deserted Egypt and I was welcomed with open arms. I am wondering whether the same may happen during a trip around Tunisia. Any thoughts people may have on Tunisia at the moment would be greatly appreciated. Currently I have a TDM850 or an overland XT600E available. Thank you. BradXT
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Hi, juste to say I've made a 15 days trip in Tunisia last October including a desert loop, and were very well welcomed. No issue aboutit security.
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Thank you Roro. To be honest what I sort of expected but nice to hear this from first hand experience on the road. Many thanks.
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Presumably due to the relative lack of response there is no interest within the Horizons Community in a trip to Tunisia? Thank you.
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Fwiw the FCO updated it's travel advice on Tunisia today.
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tunisia
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Plenty of interest here, availability is an issue.

I've been contemplating options myself, between riding again parts of Morooco (New routes by Chris are very appealing) or go to Tunisia which is a country I travel to for work regularly and appreciate very much but have yet truly explored privately. Riding would be my choice over driving, by far. Security problems are real concerns, more so for my wife than me... but I have friends there.

Do continue sharing your planning please, I might join, thank you!
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Hello Chris & Squire, I have just revisited my thread. Thank you very much Chris for the update on Foreign Office Advice, which is very encouraging for travellers to Tunisia. To be honest Squire, I am going to shelve my plans, as having travelled on my own on my XT600 for 2 months previously, I would basically prefer to go to Tunisia with a travel companion or two. As I can't seem to generate any real specific interest from anyone on the HUBB in a trip to this country, I am going to scrap the idea and look at other travel options not necessarily on a motorcycle. Unfortunately, I don't have any personal friends outside of the HUBB who are interested in this sort of trip. Thanks again. Cheers Cliff
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Tunisia tourism: Is it safe for UK holidaymakers? - BBC News
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I have been in Tunisia at the begining of 2017 and then in Nov 17 for the desert loop. Campings, hotels are empty. People welcoming. No issues with regard to security.

P.s. Going back there in April for another desert loop. PM me if you like to join.
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* «*One of the problems that has had to be addressed at airports is people bribing their way to pass through customs more quickly or even without being searched.*»


Yeap, seen with my own eyes 3 weeks ago. I hope/trust it won’t last too long. Tunis appeared quite impoverished at first glance. Understandably resources are invested in securing tourism and bringing back productive investment. Local elections are scheduled in the coming months, people are tired and losing hope. I find they have become impatient, traffic behavior is a pretty good illustration of the now predominantly lack of respect for basic rules. I have faith the situation in Tunisia will keep improving if we continue supporting them, directly and indirectly by supporting cooperation in various forms between our respective countries and Tunisia. The sons and daugthers of Bourguiba need our support! Thank you Chris for the link.
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Looking at options to get the bike in Tunis 1st week of April then ride South, enjoy a fish couscous in Sfax, and ride on. Quick question coming out of the top of my head, not yet searched, would anyone know if it’s currently possible to leave a motorcycle in Tunis for some months and return? Time to dig the HUBB but I’m concerned information is probably dating...
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If you like a great fish couscous served by the sea, I can suggest a very nice small restaurant on the beach located in Hammamet. It is a very pleasant small town. Sfax is more industrial. I was there twice in the past year.

Look for Resto La Plage
https://fr.tripadvisor.ca/Restaurant...vernorate.html

https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Res...8!4d10.6121559
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Looking at options to get the bike in Tunis 1st week of April then ride South, enjoy a fish couscous in Sfax, and ride on. Quick question coming out of the top of my head, not yet searched, would anyone know if it’s currently possible to leave a motorcycle in Tunis for some months and return? Time to dig the HUBB but I’m concerned information is probably dating...
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Yes it's possible to do that. let me know if you need more details.
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Looking for general information on Tunisia
I am a 4 wheel driver, not a 2 wheel. However, I am looking for information on Tunisia and am hoping to find some answers here.

We are thinking of traveling from Sicily to Tunisia with our U.S. made Toyota 4Runner. Note: we have taken our 4Runner to Australia (5 months), Singapore (1 month), Malaysia (2 months), India/Nepal/India (5.5 months), and Italy 2+ months. I have also driven from U.S. to Panama (5 months), Japan (rental car), Trinidad (work truck), etc.

Questions for those who have traveled with a car to Tunisia:

1) It is my understanding that a carnet is not required for Tunisia. Is this correct?

2) It is my understanding that my U.S. driver's license is useable in Tunisia. Is this correct?

3) Should we stay only at airbnb, hotels, etc. that have secure parking or is street parking safe for our 4Runner?

4) Are gas stations easy to find or should we carry extra gasoline? (We have 40 liter spare container capacity with our 4Runner.)

5) Anything else we should know about taking a vehicle into and out of Tunisia?
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1) It is my understanding that a carnet is not required for Tunisia. Is this correct?

2) It is my understanding that my U.S. driver's license is useable in Tunisia. Is this correct?

3) Should we stay only at airbnb, hotels, etc. that have secure parking or is street parking safe for our 4Runner?

4) Are gas stations easy to find or should we carry extra gasoline? (We have 40 liter spare container capacity with our 4Runner.)

5) Anything else we should know about taking a vehicle into and out of Tunisia?
1. Carnet is not required.
2. I dont know (IMO getting an international driving licence is a good idea).
3. During the day you can park everywhere. During the night it is like everywhere in the world: some places are safe and some are not.
3. Gas stations are everywhere except the desert but even there you should be ok with your spare container.
4. If you are going in 4x4, you can not miss to drive across the Grand Erg Oriental and its dunes (https://youtu.be/zXEqSr2ZeVM) Just hire a guide to get authorisation for the desert and some support.
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