Houmt Souk

Houmt Souk is located in a shallow lagoon system on Djerba Island, Tunisia, characterized by enclosed waters protected by natural barriers and land formations. The lagoon faces northeast into the Mediterranean, with water confined by the island's topography and visible rocky outcrops. This is a protected shallow-water spot suitable for beginners and early-intermediate kiters, offering calm conditions with minimal swell penetration due to limited fetch. Best conditions occur with northwestern winds (310-320°) that blow parallel to the coastline. The lagoon's shallow depth (typically under 2-3 meters) provides safety but requires awareness of bottom contact and the visible rocky features. Low wind reliability (9.7%) and small average wave size (0.51m) indicate this is primarily a flat-water freestyle and progression spot rather than a wave-riding destination. Water is choppy due to shallow depth and enclosed nature. Suitable for learning edge control, tricks, and building fundamental skills. Kiters should scout the area for underwater rocks and shallow zones before launching.