Best time to go to Port El Kantaoui

It may be part of North Africa, but Tunisia has a Med-like climate. Summers are hot and dry – in July and August, you’re looking at temperatures of 32°C and climbing. So if you want to see the Saharan dunes, come in the autumn when it dips to a more manageable 25°C. Spring is a great time to visit, too. Not only is it a nice warm 21°C, but the wildflowers are out in force. Winters are pretty mild, with temperatures reaching around 17°C. There’s a bit more rain around this time, but things get drier the further south you go.

Passports and Visas

British citizens don’t need a visa to enter Tunisia but must have a valid passport. There is a Tunisian Tourism Tax which is payable at your hotel. It's 3 Dinar per person per night for 4 and 5 star hotels, 2 Dinar per person per night for 3 star hotels and 1 Dinar per person per night for 2 star hotels. Please note that the star rating measure refers to the official star rating and not our TUI or First choice rating. The tax will be paid for a maximum of 7 nights and is not applicable for guests aged under 12 years old. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tunisia/entry-requirements.

Don't forget to arrange your travel insurance before you go.

Health and safety

You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. For the latest health and safety information, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/tunisia/health

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