South of the main hotel strip, around the small port of Aghir and the village of Lalla Hadhria, the east coast of Djerba becomes quieter. The water is often especially clear and shallow here, and the beaches run for long stretches towards El Kantara with only a few large resorts.
Aghir’s little harbour shelters fishing boats and some of the excursion boats that run trips along the coast. Inland, Djerba Explore and its crocodile farm are a few minutes away.
It is a good base for travellers who want beach time without the busiest part of the Zone Touristique, and an easy drive from the causeway if you plan a day trip to the south.
Top things to do: Aghir & the south-east coast
Swim in clear water
The shallow, sandy seabed makes the water look turquoise on calm days. Bring water shoes for rocky patches near the harbour.
Ride at sunset
Camel and horse rides in the lagoons south of the hotel zone are among the best-rated activities on the island.
Take a boat to Hessi Jerbi
Small local boats run to the white-sand beach of Hessi Jerbi, towards Zarzis — a quieter alternative to the Flamingo Island pirate boats.
How to get to Aghir & the south-east coast
- From Midoun: about 15 minutes by taxi.
- From Houmt Souk: about 35–40 minutes by taxi.
- From the airport: about 40 minutes.
Insider tips
- Facilities are sparser than in Sidi Mahrez: bring water and shade if you head for an open beach.
- Combine with Djerba Explore on a windy day.
- The causeway to the mainland is a short drive away — handy for Sahara day trips.
Best tours for Aghir & the south-east coast
These well-reviewed experiences are the easiest way to see Aghir & the south-east coast:
Boat trip from €44 Hessi Jerbi White-Sand Beach & Zarzis by Local Boat
A quieter alternative to the pirate boats: a local boat to the white-sand beach of Hessi Jerbi, towards Zarzis, with a simple lunch by the sea.
- A smaller local boat
- The white sand of Hessi Jerbi
- Traditional lunch in a seaside cabin
Camel & horse ride from €25 Camel and Horseback Ride at the Blue Lagoon at Sunset
A slow, scenic ride on camel or horseback to the lagoon in time for the sunset — gentle enough for complete beginners.
- Camel or horse
- The lagoon at golden hour
- Gentle pace for beginners
Quad bike tour from €25 Quad Biking Tour to the Flamingo Lagoon
A guided quad ride along sandy tracks and back roads to the lagoon where greater flamingos gather — one of the best-rated outdoor activities on the island.
- Guided quad ride on sand and tracks
- Towards the lagoon where flamingos feed
- Transfer included
