Maldives is one of the premium surfers destination. You might just catch that special wave here. There is a wide variety of breaks from beginner to a professional level. O'Niel Deep Blue surfing contest held in the Maldives is the best assurance any surfer could get.
Maldives Surfing Boats Experiences
There are special surfing boats, which allow total flexibility, maximizing your surfing time. While you are surfing in these boats, you can wake up to perfect waves at sunrise, enjoy a gourmet breakfast and also the best fishing in the world.
You can continue to snorkel or surf till sunset. You can also experience windsurfing, kite surfing and water surfing, which promise pure fun.
The other surfing Maldives sites are in Outer atolls, which contain innumerable potent world class reef breaks that are rarely surfed.
Considering the right wind and swell conditions, the best time to surf in this place is during the months of February, March and April. This area can only be accessed by means of a well-equipped surf charter vessel. The surf in the Outer Atolls is usually a few feet bigger than the North Male Atolls.
The Maldives has become a dream destination for surfers looking for exotic waves and is one of the awesome surfing destinations for all to enjoy.
Maldives surfing redefines the concept of luxury surfing vacation where you can experience the warm kiss of the waves washing your body and refreshing your mind and spirit, alike.
Emblematic of high-end serenity, Maldives surfing trips are simply unique as they offer double facility of enjoying the surfing tours in luxury ships as well as surf in the crystal clear blue waters of Maldives.
So while your non-surfer friend can enjoy the luxuries of traveling in ships, you can drown in the ebullient Maldives waters to enjoy fabulous surfing in Maldives.
Weather in Maldives is influenced by two monsoons – the northeast monsoons and the southwest monsoons. The Maldives surf season begins from late February to mid November with the best waves coming in during March to May and then again in September till the end of November.
During the surf seasons, the average size of the reef breakers ranges from 4-5 feet, sometimes even rising to a height of 8 to 10 feet.
There are principally two major Maldives surfing areas – North Male Atoll season: April-October and the outer Atolls season – February-April.
You won't find any spare surfing gear in the Maldives, so bring all the boards you might need. However, a two board quiver is sufficient, with a short board and a semi-gun (6' 8" to 7' 2") for bigger days. It is very rare that the surf exceeds 8 feet.
Bring booties to protect yourself from the reef cuts, even if most people surf without them. Indeed, the take off zone is usually deep enough and the reef flat and dead. Wearing a helmet is recommended for bigger days.
A wet suit or a shorty is not necessary in this warm and crystal-clear water. A rash guard or long sleeved T-Shirt is highly recommended for sun protection. Bring along plenty of solar cream with high SPF, this is highly recommended as you are on the equator.
Lohifushi Island Resort - Now Hudhuranfushi is located in North Male' atoll, 19 Km from the airport. It takes approximately 25 - 30 minutes by speed boat The fascinating ride will give you a foretaste of the beautiful surroundings and exotic atmosphere awaiting at the resort.
Lohifushi's reputation as the best destination for surfing in the North Malé Atoll is certainly justified with around 7 or 8 surfing breaks (Ninjas, Lohi's, Pasta, Sultan, Cokes, Honkies, Chickens, Himmafushi); only minutes away from the shore.
Situated half way up the east of north Male' Atoll, the resort has a quality left hander, Lhohis, right your door step which is a great swell indicator for the rest of the atoll.
The surfing season is from March to October with May to August being the most consistent but if you would like to escape the crowd, early and late seasons still have quality waves.
At the resort there is a resident surf guide through out the surfing season who is here to help make your stay as enjoyable as possible and keep you up to date with the conditions and swell predictions, as well as keep you informed of all the other facilities and activities available here at the resort.
Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi is as unique as it's name is, this is the reason why surfers like the place so much. One of the rare surfing resort is famous for it's own breaks. Many of the other surf breaks in Male' atoll are close by.
