Joanna James
Waves in the Maldives are not super powerful. The swell reaches up to the shoulder and just below the head high. But, there are plenty of barrels and fun lengthy waves. Surfing conditions and seasons in the Maldives vary from atoll to atoll. Let’s talk about some of the best surfing spots in different atolls.
South Atolls present perfect surfing conditions from February to November. Surfing in South Atolls takes a bit of planning, but as it is remote and less crowded, the effort is worth it. You’ll need to use a charter boat to access the best surf points. Hence, if you would like a bit of adventure look for luxury villas in Maldives in South Atolls in advance, and start planning your surf trip. Check with hotels like the Amaya Kuda Rah Maldives about arranging charter boats for surf trips.
Antiques
Beacons
Voodoos or Blue Bowls
Castaways
Love charms
Two ways twin peaks
Tiger stripes and rockets
Gaukendi Bridge
Madihera
Shangri La
Male Atolls have always been popular with surfers. The sheer number of consistent surf spots that swell in abundance in summer, draws crowds to this area. You’ll find the best conditions for surfing in Male Atolls between April and October. Sometimes, months between March and November can surprise surfers in a pleasant manner. Most surf breaks in Male Atolls are well protected. As the breaks are fairly easy to access, and plenty of boats transport surfers back and forth, Male Atolls tend to be crowded.
Chickens
Cokes
Guru’s
Honky’s
Jailbreak’s
Kate’s
Lohi’s
Foxys
Ninjas
Pasta point
Riptides
Sultanas
Central Atoll surf season starts somewhere in March and lasts until November. You can expect bigger swells from June to September with winds blowing offshore endlessly. While Central Atoll surf points draw less of a crowd compared to Male atolls, you can easily find world-class breaks in the area. You’ll even find surf breaks blessed with a straight breeze from the east and protected from all other sides.
Muli
Mulhaku Rights
Veyvah
Adonis
Finnimas
Malik's
Mikado
Bedhuge
Isdhoo
Mada's
Mahibadhoo
Tsunami's
Yin Yang
Lather up in reef-safe sunscreen, and pack it in thick to stay safe from the sun’s rays
Pack plenty of warm water wax for your surfboard. There is no need to go slipping while you glide over the waters.
Pack a spare leash.
Stick to drinking more water rather than other beverages. And, add a bit of Himalayan Sea salt to your water for extra measure.
Pack a mask and snorkel.
Get on boats and try to surf on nearby waves.
Don’t walk in the reef as you get in and out of the sea. Paddle as much as you can, and only walk where you can clearly see.
Never surf when you’re tired and there is a current.
Make friends with surf guides and fellow surfers for a safer and richer experience.
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