Tabarka Launches Helicopter Tours Amid Tourism Boom

Tunisia's Tabarka-Aïn Draham region is witnessing a robust economic and tourism resurgence at the start of summer 2026. The destination's appeal lies in its diverse ecological and cultural offerings, drawing a mixed clientele predominantly composed of Tunisians (over 75%) and Algerian visitors.

Algerian tourists have significantly contributed to this growth, with a large portion crossing through the Jendouba border posts, particularly Melloula, which recorded a substantial share of the 1.648 million Algerian passages over the past year. This positive trend is reflected in the arrival figures, which saw a 9.8% increase in June, a momentum further amplified by the launch of the Tabarka International Jazz Festival and enhanced hygiene and safety controls.

To sustain this upward trajectory, the regional tourism commission is prioritizing innovation and substantial investments. A key new attraction for the season is the introduction of panoramic helicopter tours over the region. This initiative aims to provide tourists with a unique perspective of Tabarka's landscapes.

Financially, the private sector is committing over 1.48 billion dinars to modernize infrastructure. Several flagship projects are already underway, including a 11 million dinar residential and commercial complex and a major 200 million dinar tourism project. Furthermore, three new 5-star hotels, costing 500 million dinars, are nearing technical completion. These developments are expected to add 2,000 beds, potentially doubling the region's accommodation capacity to nearly 10,000 beds by the end of the 2026-2030 development plan.