Tunisia National Parks, Safaris and Game Reserves

(Tunisia, TN, North Africa)



Tunisia has a total of eight national parks and several nature reserves. Each of them was created to protect a particular natural habitat, together with its flora and fauna. Some are home to an array of rare species of plants and animals, as well as rich populations of migratory birds.

Many national parks and reserves in Africa are larger than visitors expect. They also tend to be more spread out geographically.

In Tunisia, however, it is possible to visit many, if not all, of its parks in just one or two days. Landscapes range from arid desert areas in the south to the wetter central regions of Tunisia.


Ichkeul National Park

Address: Bizerte, Tunisia, Africa
Best known of all the national parks in Tunisia, the Ichkeul National Park is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its lake and wetlands attract vast numbers of migratory birds, including flamingos. Indeed, it is one of Africa's most significant bird reserves, with up to 400,000 birds spending the winter months here each year. The lake's waters, which have a high salinity level, are home to many species of fish.
Open hours: daily
Admission: free

Boukornine National Park

Address: Trans-African Highway 1, Hammam-Lif, Tunisia, Africa
This northern Tunisian park was set up in 1987. Situated a short drive from Tunis, the park is easily accessible to tourists. Many species of plants can be found here, including wild tulips and orchids. Animals that roam the site include jackals and wild cats, while the many reptilian inhabitants include tortoises and lizards.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

National Nature Park of El Feija

Address: Ain Draham, Tunisia, Africa
El Feija was originally set up to preserve the native Barbary deer found here. Thus, the park has been designated as a closed zone, offering full protection to these fascinating animals. This attraction is also home to many other animals, including wild cats, mongooses and jackals, as well as countless species of reptiles.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

National Nature Park of Chambi

Address: Feriana, Tunisia, Africa
Chambi is located some distance south of Tunis. The park was set up to protect Tunisia's tallest mountain, Jebel Chambi, and the surrounding landscape. Over 20 species of mammals, including mountain gazelle and Barbary sheep, can be found within the park's boundaries. The Egyptian vulture also enjoys the site's protected status. An added attraction for visitors is a small eco-museum.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

National Nature Park of Bou Hedma

Address: Belkhir, Tunisia, Africa
Located in the south of Tunisia, Bou Hedma arguably rates as the country's top national park. It was set up to protect what little remained of the country's savannah landscape and the wildlife that lived here. Thanks to a successful reintroduction programme, which began in the 1980s, wildlife in the park now includes wild cats, oryx and jackals, as well as chameleons and snakes.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge

National Nature Park of Jbil

Address: Faouar, Tunisia, Africa
Jbil is fairly off the beaten tourist track and so requires robust transport to reach it. The park, which was set up in 1994, includes a vast area of the Sahara Desert. Several new species have been introduced, including addax (screwhorn antelope). Visitors may be able to spot red foxes and Libyan polecats, together with various reptile species and gazelles.
Open hours: daily
Admission: charge