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🌎  Tunisia 🇹🇳

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📍  Tamaghza Waterfall

✈️  Tozeur Nefta International Airport (TOE)

🚗  63.4 KM

⏱️  1 hour, 12 minutes

Tamaghza Waterfall, located near the stunning mountain oasis of Tamerza in Tunisia, offers a refreshing escape amidst a dramatic desert landscape. Accessible primarily by car or as part of organized desert tours, the site requires some walking on potentially uneven terrain to reach the falls, making comfortable footwear essential; it's generally not wheelchair accessible. While independent visits are possible with private transport, guided tours from nearby cities like Tozeur often provide logistical ease and insightful commentary on the surrounding gorges and abandoned old village. The best time to visit is during the cooler months from October to April, as summer temperatures can be extreme, and water flow might be reduced during drier periods. Access to the waterfall itself is typically free, though guided tours and transport will incur costs (e.g., $50-$150+ for a full-day tour). Visitors usually spend 1-2 hours exploring the waterfall and its immediate vicinity, often combining it with visits to the nearby old Tamerza village and other Chott el Djerid oases. Bring water, sun protection, and consider exploring the scenic canyons and palm groves.