Carthage Neptune (Region)
- Shortboard, Longboard
- Best for
- Advanced
- Skill Level
- Ocean, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Empty
- Crowd Level
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About
Carthage Neptune is a sheltered point-break in the Carthage area that is associated with reliable working conditions primarily when north swell is present. Spot guides describe it as a powerful left point that can peel fast, with best performance typically coming from west winds/offshore west-northwest flow. The setup is generally rocky: one source describes a rocky bottom/entry with underwater hazards such as sharp rocks and submerged structures, while another spot guide also notes rocks in the lineup. Because of these hazards, entry can be tricky and proper protective footwear is recommended; be mindful of underwater ruins in this historic coastal area. Conditions are described as best in winter (with additional spot-month guidance spanning autumn into early spring). One provider reports wind reliability as low and emphasizes that working sessions can be very infrequent, while another notes that the spot remains empty year-round and that sessions are extremely rare on average. The wave is noted to work across all tides, particularly during falling tide conditions. For gear, spot guidance highlights helmet use, and a wetsuit in spring terms (with winter requiring a more substantial sealed spring wetsuit). Availability of food and beach-front convenience is described directly at the spot area, supporting the practicality of quick access for the rare sessions that do line up.
- Sheltered point-break character
- Best when north swell meets west/offshore west winds
- Rocks and submerged hazards in/around the lineup
- Sheltered point-break surfing conditions
- Works best on north swells with west winds
- Fast, powerful wave character reported (when it breaks)
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- W, W
- Offshore directions
- WNW, W
- Wind Type
- Trade — Best with west winds per spot guides; one provider also describes west/southwest frontal influence, but the agreed best direction is West.
- Reliability
- low
- Best Months
- January, February, March, October, November, December
- Shadow Zones
- Sheltered by the point from northerly winds (where applicable).
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Ocean, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Sand and rocky/ruin-strewn areas are both referenced; rocks in the lineup are consistently reported.
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small — Wave size reported as small by one provider; another source emphasizes powerful character when it’s working.
- Launch
- Small — Easy self-launch within 5 minutes (spot-level); rocky entry points near the beach club area reported (provider detail).
- Launch Difficulty
- Easy — Easy self-launch within 5 minutes reported; however, another provider rates the rocky entry as moderate due to rocks.
Through the year
Empty year-round (weekdays and weekends).
November to March
By sport
What to expect for each.
Sheltered point break with a left option described as fast and powerful; another provider notes sheltered Mediterranean point-break behavior with grooming from offshore west winds.
- Wave Direction
- Left
- Optimal Swell
- N
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Works at all tides, particularly during falling tide conditions (spot-level).
- Shelter
- Sheltered — Point orientation provides shelter (spot-level and one provider).
- Wind Effect
- West winds give the best conditions; works best with offshore winds from west-northwest (spot-level).
- Bigger Swell
- Can hold a bit of size but mostly remains manageable (provider detail).
- Wave Quality
- Average — Wave quality described as average; another source characterizes waves as fast and powerful.
- Wave Power
- Powerful — Spot described as powerful; one provider rates wave power as moderate.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Peeling point-break characteristics reported.
- Peel Speed
- Fast — Fast peel per spot-level description; another provider describes medium peel speed.
- Ride Length
- Medium — Medium ride length is reported; one provider calls it a decent ride when north swell is clean.
- Ride Length Details
- Decent ride when the north swell is clean (provider detail).
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Carthage Neptune (Region) in the full forecast view.
Carthage Neptune (Region) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 3–14 ktsGusts 29 kts
- Direction
- NW319°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 2614 kts
- Windy days
- 3/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.6 m4s period
- Temperature
- 16–24 °C
Over the next 7 days, Carthage Neptune (Region) is forecast for daytime winds of 3–14 kts, peaking around 14 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 29 kts. The prevailing direction is NW. Waves run 0.1–0.6 m with a period of about 4s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- rocks in the lineup
- sharp rocks
- submerged structures
- sea urchins
- underwater ruins
- rocky outcrops
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- None — No lifeguard presence reported by one provider.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Regional context indicates limited rescue availability; no dedicated kitesurf-specific rescue service.
- Emergency Info
- Civil Protection emergency number: 198 (regional). Nearest major hospitals are located in La Marsa and Tunis (regional).
- Localism / Vibe
- None — No localism indicated by the most specific spot-level source; another source characterizes it as mild.
Rules of the spot
Caution advised due to rocks; best with west winds and commonly noted for running at all tides, particularly falling tide.
- Wear/bring appropriate protection for rocky entries and be mindful of underwater ruins common in this historic area.
- Sessions are infrequent; plan conservatively and check conditions before committing.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Tunis
- Nearest Town
- Carthage
- Nearest Airport
- Tunis–Carthage International Airport (TUN) (about 15 km away).
- Parking
- Parking available along the street or in nearby public lots (provider detail).
- Public Transport
- TGM light rail connects Carthage with central Tunis, Sidi Bou Said, and La Marsa; taxis are very common and affordable.
- Access
- Easy access; located near President's place and just in front of Restaurant Neptune with instant access within 5 minutes requiring only a short walk of 5-15 minutes (spot-level).
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Arabic, French
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Several hotels and guest houses located in the Carthage and La Marsa areas (provider detail).
- Food & Drink
- Restaurant Neptune located just in front of the spot.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Carthage Neptune (Region)?
The best overall months at Carthage Neptune (Region) are January, February, March, October, November, December.
Which wind directions work at Carthage Neptune (Region)?
Carthage Neptune (Region) works with W, W winds. Offshore directions are WNW, W.
What skill level is Carthage Neptune (Region) suitable for?
Carthage Neptune (Region) suits these riding levels: Surfing: Advanced.