Summary
Surfing in Israel is becoming a very popular activity both for locals and tourists. Although Israel is not exposed to any ocean, surfing is now the second most practiced sport in the country behind football (soccer). Seeing this increasing popularity, the World Surf League’s qualifying series is now making a stop here every year for a contest.
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Although waves in Israel are all wind generated, it doesn’t stop them from being powerful and challenging, especially in the winter months where barrels are possible.
Tel-Aviv is also a very trendy city bursting with nightlife and young people which is perfect for surfers looking for a balanced trip that will not be committed 100% to surfing. Furthermore, Israel has a very strong history and many cultural sites from all big religions in cities like Jerusalem and Bethlehem. All good things to make your “flat days” less boring.
When to go
The best time to surf Tel-Aviv, Israel is from December to April because swells will be bigger although temperatures drop considerably. The summer months, from May to November will have smaller waves and higher temperatures which is perfect for learning.
January-February March-April May-June July-August September-October November-December
Suitable for: All surfers All surfers All surfers All surfers All surfers All surfers
Air temperature 13°C
55°F17°C
63°F23°C
73°F26°C
79°F24°C
75°F16°C
61°F
Water temperature 18°C
64°F18°C
64°F23°C
73°F28°C
82°F27°C
81°F22°C
72°F
Crowd Fairly crowded Fairly crowded Fairly crowded Very crowded Fairly crowded Fairly crowded
Swell Consistency 70% 60% 50% 50% 60% 70%
Swell height 5 ft 4 ft 3 ft 3 ft 4 ft 5 ft
Where to stay in Tel-Aviv
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Safety/things to know
-For visa information, visit the official Israeli tourism website.
-While Tel-Aviv is relatively safe, the country is surrounded by political instability. Avoid the Gaza Strip.
Surf spots in Tel-Aviv
Hilton beach
One of Tel-Aviv’s best reef break is right in front of massive Hilton tower. Not working so consistently, it needs a good SW swell to produce some nice A-frames.
Wave direction : Right and left
Bottom : Reef
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Any
Optimal swell direction : SW
Optimal wind direction : E
Kontiki and Sironit
Wave direction : Right and left
Bottom : Sand
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Any
Optimal swell direction : NW
Optimal wind direction : SE
Dromi
Wave direction : Right and left
Bottom : Sand
Best tide : Any
Skill level : Any
Optimal swell direction : W
Optimal wind direction : SE