Surf spot

La Marsa dream land

Forecast conditions and map view for La Marsa dream land in Tunisia. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: Tunisia
Coordinates: 37.1121, 10.2612

Metric
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Wave period (s)	4.6	3	4.7	3.8	4.2	3.5	3.7	3.3	3	3	3	3.5	4.2	4.2	3.6	3.1	2.9	3	3.4	2.9	3.1	3	3	3.1	2.6	2.9	2.6	2.6	2.7	2.6	2.6	2.5	2.5	2.6	2.5	2.8	2.9	2.6	2.5	2.5	2.6	5.4	6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5	6.7	3.5	3.9	4	4.1	4.3	4.5	3.8	3.5	3.5
Wave energy (kJ)	2	3	1	2	3	2	2	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	2	2	1	1	1	1	1	2	1	1	1	1	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	2	2	2	3	4	6	8	9	7	5	7	4	3
Wind speed (km/h)	14.5	21	11.8	11.6	21.3	9.9	17.4	14	13	12.5	13.6	19.9	20.9	20.2	13	12.5	12.8	14.7	15	17.5	23.6	28.5	19.8	16.6	14.3	15.8	16.6	23.2	26	25.5	16.6	11.6	9.2	8.3	9.7	14.3	17.6	17.8	8.7	4.7	2.9	1.3	1.5	3.1	11.9	16.1	12.2	4.8	4.6	6	4.5	2.6	8	19.8	12.7	14.6
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La Marsa Dream Land, Tunisia is a North African surf spot on the Mediterranean coast, just north of Tunis in the La Marsa area. It’s known more as a local wave spot than a world-famous surf destination, but it can light up with fun conditions when the right swell and wind line up.

What it’s like

Wave type: Usually a beachbreak/shoreline-style setup with shifting sandbanks and localized peaks.
Best conditions: A solid Mediterranean swell, preferably with offshore or light cross-shore wind.
Wave quality: Can be playful and clean on good days, but often inconsistent because Mediterranean surf relies heavily on storm-generated swells.

Surfing style

Works best for shortboard and funboard surfing when the waves are punchy.
On smaller days, it’s more suited to longboards or foamies, especially for beginners.
Because the spot can change with sand movement and storm patterns, it’s a place where patience and local knowledge pay off.

Crowd and vibe

Generally less crowded than major surf breaks in Europe, but the lineup can still be busy when a good swell arrives.
The atmosphere is relaxed, with a mix of local surfers and visitors exploring Tunisia’s emerging surf scene.

Good to know

Seasonality: Surfable conditions are more likely in the cooler months when Mediterranean storms generate stronger swell.
Water temperature: Typically mild to warm compared with Atlantic surf spots, though a wetsuit may still be useful in winter.
Nearby: Being close to Tunis, it’s convenient for urban access, food, and accommodation.