Family Holidays to Tunisia

If your idea of the perfect family holiday involves pool-perfect temperatures, golden sands and enough activities to keep the little ones entertained all day long, look no further than a Tunisia Family holiday. With a ton of family-friendly resorts thrown in the mix, Tunisia has everything you need for a family getaway to remember.

Tunisia Family Holidays

Other family holiday destinations

Going on a holiday with the entire family has never been so easy thanks to the fantastic range of family holiday destinations available. Whether you want easy to reach sunspots like the tropical Balearic trio, the warm shores of the Canary Islands or charismatic Cyprus, they’re all waiting to welcome you with open doors in their child-friendly hotels.

It doesn’t stop there either. Family favourites further afield include Cape Verde and it’s Caribbean-like beaches that are reachable in just six hours. Or there’s the real deal with the Caribbean itself, its picture-perfect isles are brimming with activities for the entire family to enjoy a one-of-a-kind trip.

Family-friendly beaches in Tunisia

When holidaying in Tunisia, one thing’s for sure – your family-friendly resort won’t be far from some sandy goodness. With 713 miles of coastline, you’ll witness some of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular beaches and you’re guaranteed something different for every type of beach-lover.

In the north you’ll find the family favourite Hammamet beach and its superb stretches of talc-soft sands. Here you can expect warm waters and a huge wealth of marine life, making it one of the best places to snorkel in Tunisia.

A little to the south and you’ll reach Monastir beach, this one’s got a little more going on for those active families that are after some adventure and action. Keep the kids entertained with a spot of surfing in the sparkling waves or a thrilling banana boat ride. Or simply sit back, relax and take in the sea views on a family boat ride.

Head even further south to Tunisia’s famous peninsula of Djerba, located just off the South East coast. This is another prime beach destination and favourite amongst families and it’s easy to see why. Expect twinkling turquoise waters, palm-tree lined sands and plenty to keep you occupied. By that we mean its old towns and their cobblestoned streets, culture and mouth-watering cuisine.

Family activities in Tunisia

In Tunisia, there’s a whole load of family-friendly fun to be had, no matter which of its main areas you stay in.

If you’re in Tunisia’s number-one beach town Hammemet, admire the walls of its famous medina with a group horseback ride along its 10-kilometre stretch of golden sand, or opt for something a little different with a camel ride instead. That’s not the only place you can ride these authentic animals, thanks to the closeness of the Saharan sands there’s plenty of desert safari trips available. Here you and the kids can venture into the ginormous sand pit, taking in views of the Salt Lake of Chott El Jerid and pyramid-like sand dunes along the way.

As for Sousse, along with its collection of ancient sights there’s plenty of water-based fun to be had for the whole family. Whether its jet skiing, parasailing or simply having a paddle there’s something for everyone to enjoy. For the shopaholic parents or teens, it’s also home to souks where you can take part in haggling fun for leather goods, arabesque-patterned ceramics or even gold jewellery.

For sun, sea, sand and countless activities, you can’t beat holidays to Skanes. In addition to its many water sports at the beach, you can embark on a family adventure whether it be quad biking over sand dunes or camel riding around the countryside. For the golfers of the family there’s the Palm Links Golf Club where you can practice your put around its 18 holes.

Paradis Palace

Situated in the middle of the old and new parts of Hammamet, at the four star Paradis Palace you get the best of both worlds. To one side you’ll find the bustling medina and to the other a swish marina. As for in the middle, expect a hotel brimming with endless fun. We’re talking lagoon-like pools, a beach just a stone’s throw away and all-night entertainment.

Marhaba Beach Hotel

The Marhaba Beach Hotel has plenty going on to keep everyone in the family entertained. There’s gardens that are home to tennis courts, a ginormous pool with a swim-up bar and sports like archery, aerobics and ping pong all on the agenda. Not only that, it’s just a few steps away from the white sand beach where the likes of jet skiing and beach volleyball are available.

Royal Kenz Hotel

A private sandy beach, top-rated spa and pools not only outdoors but indoors too, are just a few of the things you can look forward to at the Royal Kenz Hotel. As for the food, dine al fresco with the traditional Tunisian cuisine or for the fussy eaters there’s everyone’s favourite, Italian. Entertainment wise for once you’ve had your fill of splashing between its three pools, you can spend the night enjoying saxophonists, pianists and acrobats as they take to the stage.