Tunisia
Technical fundamentals for beginners, refinement for intermediate riders and advanced off-road, enduro and adventure riding techniques for the most experienced.
The training
All stages of the training will take place under the direct guidance of Alex Zanotti, who will share with participants the experience gained in international competitions and rally raids.
Riding technique
Alex will show the fundamental techniques, follow the riders during the exercises and step in with targeted advice and corrections, helping each person improve posture, riding position, weight distribution, cornering techniques and bike control. You will also learn to use brake, throttle and gears correctly on the different types of sand, from firm to the softest and loosest.
Navigation
Part of the training will be devoted to road book navigation, through exercises in reading, orientation and interpretation of the route.
The unexpected
You will also face unexpected situations in a controlled environment, working with Alex to develop greater autonomy, reaction skills and awareness while riding.
The programme
Douz is an ideal base for training: the dunes begin practically at the gates of the town and are a few steps from the hotel. This position will let us enter the desert immediately and devote as much time as possible to riding and learning.
The programme offers a complete progression, with exercises aimed at developing and consolidating the fundamental techniques of riding on sand. Every participant can work at their own level, correct mistakes and gradually gain more confidence, control and autonomy.
Day 1
MorningTechnical training in a controlled environment, devoted to posture, balance, braking and handling the bike on sand. The exercises are designed to improve control of the machine in the main situations encountered in the desert.
AfternoonA guided ride of about 70 km, during which to put the techniques learnt into practice and check how well they work on different types of terrain.
Day 2
MorningTraining in road book navigation, from reading the notes to identifying landmarks and managing the route correctly.
AfternoonA navigation ride of about 70 km, to apply in the field what has been learnt and develop greater precision and autonomy.
Days 3–4–5
Daisy-loop special stages in the heart of the desert, along tracks, dunes and technical sections calibrated to each rider's level.
These days will let participants immediately put into practice the improvements gained during the first sessions. Training will continue along the routes too, alternating riding, observation, technical corrections and new exercises, with the aim of consolidating the skills acquired in real conditions.
The Sahara Training is structured with a rally approach: evening briefing, marked routes, neutralised sections, planned medical assistance and fuel assistance along the route.
Where we stay
We will stay at the El Mouradi Hotel or the Sun Palm Hotel, both four-star properties, with half board in a double room.
Your instructor
A learning experience in close contact with Alex Zanotti, to learn directly from someone who has taken on the desert at the highest levels.
Total training price
€1,890
with your own motorcycle
Participants can bring their own motorcycle by ferry, or use our motorcycle transport service. Alternatively, they can rent one from us.
Extra services
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