Inaugurated in 2002, this tourist site is also home to the Lalla Hadria Museum, where visitors can admire masterpieces from 13 centuries of Muslim art and history, from Persia to Andalusia, in a thousand pieces ranging from miniatures to arabesques and ceramics. In one of the museum's 15 rooms, you can admire the parchment of the Koran from Kairouan, fragments of the hanging from the Kaaba in Mecca, pottery, jewellery, carpets and Tunisian costumes...
Located in the Midoun tourist area, not far from the Taguermess lighthouse, Djerba Explore is home to the largest crocodile farm in the Mediterranean, with 400 residents of all kinds, including Nile crocodiles from Madagascar, in pools shaded by palm and banana trees. Mealtimes, with raw chicken attracting all the crocodiles, are a big hit!
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Why visit Djerba Explorer?
Djerba Explore isn't just about crocodiles! Djerba Héritage invites you to step back in time in a traditional Menzel and learn about the customs and trades of Djerba: weavers, potters, basket-makers, olive oil producers... There's even a camel that fetches water from the well! And let's not forget the souks surrounding a charming square, ideal for a mint tea on the terrace. A cultural and fun visit for all the family.
Practical information for Djerba Explorer
Djerba Explore comprises five areas: the village, with its many shops, cafés and restaurants, is freely accessible. The other three sites are subject to a charge: the Lalla Hadria Museum, Heritage and Crocodile Farm. Finally, a charming residence is located on the outskirts of the village.
Our favourite hotels near Djerba Explore
The Robinson Club Djerba Bahiya's architecture is reminiscent of a Tunisian ksar and the troglodyte dwellings of the desert! An ultra-complete top-of-the-range club at reasonable rates. What's more, it offers a unique change of scenery, bordered by a beautiful beach. Djerba Explore and its crocodile farm are just over 500 metres away as the crow flies, on the other side of the lagoon, and 2.5 km away by the road around the lagoon, a 5-minute drive.
A magnificent hotel in Midoun
Book your room nowThis charming, affordable residence is right in the heart of Djerba Explore! Each flat has a fully-equipped kitchenette, making it easy to cook for yourself! A tranquil establishment with a swimming pool in green surroundings.
A magnificent Taguermess hotel
Book your room nowHow do I get to Djerba Explore?
Djerba Explore is located in the heart of the Midoun tourist area, on the east coast of Djerba. The park is impossible to miss - just look out for the Taguermess lighthouse, the island's true landmark. To find this red and white lighthouse easily, take the road to Midoun. Drive through the town towards the coast: when you see the shoreline, you'll also see the lighthouse, standing on Ras Taguermess. Surprisingly, this lighthouse is set back from the coast... Djerba Explore is quick and easy to get to, less than ten minutes from the main hotels on the island of Djerba, 4 km from Midoun and 25 km from the airport. Allow 40 minutes for transfers.
Djerba Explore timetable
Djerba Explore is open every day from 9am to 7pm from early July to late August, and from 9am to 6pm from early September to late June. The village section closes later, at 2am from early June to late September, and at 8pm from early October to late May.
Djerba Explore prices and booking
Full price: 30 Tunisian dinars (just under 10 euros)Under 13s: 20 Tunisian dinars (just over 6 euros)
For more information, visit theofficial Djerba Explore website.
You can't book online, you have to phone: (+ 216) 75 745 277