Sebkha Sidi El Hani

Sebkha Sidi El Hani is a large salt lake system in Sousse Governorate composed of three distinct depressions: Sidi El Hani, Souassi, and Dkhila. These sections combine to form a sprawling wetland with varying water depths and salinity levels throughout the landscape.

The salt lake system developed through natural geological processes and was used by local communities for centuries. In 2012, it gained international recognition when officially designated as a Ramsar wetland of global importance.

Salt harvesting and fishing remain central to life in nearby communities, activities that visitors can witness as part of the local economy. These practices have shaped how people relate to the water and its resources for generations.

The best time for bird watching is during spring and autumn migration when numerous species pass through the area. Visitors should bring binoculars and arrive early in the day when birds are most active.

The salt water supports specialized organisms like Artemia salina, tiny crustaceans that thrive in extreme salt concentrations. These extremophile creatures exist only in such highly saline environments and are rarely found elsewhere.