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Tunisia

Car rentals Tunisia

Long favoured by Europeans for its sunny Mediterranean climate, and history, Tunisia is perhaps less popular with Canadian travellers but a worthwhile North African destination. Like the song, Tunisia is alluring, exotic and fun and features much-loved Mediterranean beaches, fascinating history, exciting cities and some great features for nature lovers.

Highlights

The majority of visitors headed to Tunisia will begin in the capital of Tunis, a classic example of East meets West where tourists can easily spend a few days basking in history and bustling markets. However, most visitors will quickly grab a car rental or a resort shuttle and make way for the country’s great beachside communities and elegant resorts. Among them, favorites include Jerba, a fantastic island getaway with captivating history, as well as Sidi Bou Saïd, which features an ideal beach afoot the village shrouded by lovely pine and eucalyptus trees. Meanwhile, pink flamingos, storks, buffalo and herons wow nature lovers at the wetlands surrounding Lake Ichkeul.

Exploring by car

Car rental is a superb option for transport during a holiday to Tunisia and Canadians will be pleased to learn that the country observes right-hand driving rules. That being said, pedestrians, animals and erratic local drivers can make driving conditions stressful, so come prepared. If you’re visiting in summer, compare car rental and book in advance for a better deal.

Tourist season and weather

Tunisia’s prevailing Mediterranean climate make it enjoyable nearly any time of year, although April to June is perhaps the most ideal due to warm temperatures, sunny skies and blooming wildflowers. Peak season is mid-summer, when hordes of Europeans fill resort areas in search of sea and sand and the low season are the cooler and wetter winter months.