Central Atolls
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June to September
Trip Overview
Jump aboard Maavahi for a surf trip you’ll remember forever. Top rated in the Maldives, Maavahi is a beautiful 85ft traditional cruiser and is the perfect charter boat to navigate and explore the remote and pristine Central Atolls.
Maavahi accommodates up to 12 guests, with three spacious decks and six air-conditioned cabins with ensuite bathrooms. The shaded top level deck, offering panoramic views, is the perfect spot for a morning surf check or afternoon beers as the sun sets. On board Maavahi, you’ll be treated to a level of service and expertise that is truly unmatched, with a highly trained team of surf guides, chefs and crew.
Maavahi has two sundecks to soak up the Maldivian sun, an indoor games room as well as a 16ft support dinghy to transport you to the waves or to embark on adventures to nearby tropical islands. With plenty of space to relax and kick back, Maavahi caters for both surfers and non-surfers alike.
Accommodation
On board Maavahi Charters, guests can enjoy comfortable and well-appointed accommodation, designed to provide a relaxing retreat after long days in the surf. The boat features six spacious guest cabins, all located on the lower deck, ensuring a stable and peaceful sleep. Each cabin is fitted with twin bunk beds, with one bed positioned above and the other below, maximising space while offering a cozy yet functional layout.
Every cabin comes equipped with air conditioning to keep guests cool in the tropical climate, as well as an ensuite bathroom complete with a hot and cold shower, allowing for a refreshing rinse after a surf session. For those who prefer natural airflow, a wall-mounted fan provides an alternative to air conditioning. A small wardrobe offers storage space for personal belongings, keeping the cabin organised and clutter-free.
To ensure the highest level of comfort, the Maavahi crew services the cabins twice daily, maintaining cleanliness and tidiness throughout the trip.
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Central Atolls Surfing
Get ready to experience a surf trip of a lifetime and surf some of the best waves the Maldives has on offer. From May through to September, Maavahi Surf Charters offers limited sailings through the Central Atolls in search for perfect and uncrowded waves. The Centrals, less frequented than the Northern Malé Atolls, has become known for the exquisite tropical scenery and minimal crowds, with a variety of reef breaks to suit most surf abilities.
During your sailing, you’ll have the chance to discover more than 20 surf breaks. The Meemu, Thaa, Dhaalu and Laamu Atolls all pick up consistent swell and favourable offshore winds during the peak season. Some of the best waves in the region include Muli, Inside Mikados, Finnimas, Machines and Ying Yangs.
MALIKS
In the Thaa Atoll, off Hirilandhoo Island, Maliks is a left-hand reef break that, given the right conditions, offers up long, satisfying barrels. While this wave isn’t always performing at its peak, if you stumble upon Maliks during a south/south-west swell and south-east/east wind, you won’t be disappointed.
FINNIMAS
Finnimas isn’t for the faint of heart, as it breaks over some pretty shallow reef, however this left-hander is high up on the ‘to surf’ list for many visitors to the Central Atolls. While not the biggest wave in the Maldives, it’s definitely one not to miss given the right conditions.
INSIDE MIKADOS
The picture perfect Inside Mikados is a right-hand reef break just east of Outside Mikados. Hollow at low tide and user friendly on high tide, Inside Mikados offers up peeling down the line rides with short barrel sections.
YING YANG
In the south of Laamu Atoll, Ying Yang is a right hander that is a frequent stop for Maavahi Surf Charters. Ying Yang combines a mellow down the line ride with a fast inside barrel section where surfers can get some serious tube riding time if they can push through the more challenging sections.
MULI
A highlight of the Meemu Atoll, Muli is a right-hander with barrel sections that offer up some memorable rides for visitors to the Central Atolls. Not a wave to be missed in the right conditions, Muli works best in a south-east swell and west/south-west winds.
MACHINES
As mechanical as it sounds, Machines is the best right-hander in this region. Surfing Machines requires a bit of stamina, but the grinding barrel sections make it worthwhile. Machines lacks a channel, so you’ll need to be paddle fit, and be sure to have your wits about you when it’s time to get out of the impact zone.
Surf Guiding & Photography
On a surf charter it is essential to have an experienced surf guide with a solid knowledge base of local swells, tides and winds, who may even introduce you to a few secret spots! On board Maavahi, you’ll get to know the most experienced surf guides you will ever meet, many of whom grew up surfing the local islands and reef breaks of the Central Atolls.
Maavahi’s surf guides are constantly checking surf conditions, collaborating with other skippers and surf guides in the area to find fun and uncrowded waves for guests, ensuring all levels and preferences are catered for. Upon request, World Surfaris can arrange for a surf photographer to join your charter at an additional cost.
Food & Drinks
After surfing or exploring the Central Atolls all day, you’ll be ready for a delicious feast cooked by your own private chef.
On board Maavahi Surf Charters, the professional chef prepares three delicious meals a day, combining traditional Maldivian and international cuisines. As a guest on board Maavahi you can enjoy your meals in the spacious dining room, or take in 360-degree views on one of the two upper decks. Snacks, tea and coffee are also available throughout the day and night.
The Maavahi crew are committed to the environment and sustainable surfing, and Maavahi produces its own fresh filtered water on board daily. Each guest is allocated up to 250 litres of fresh water per day.
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While Maavahi Charters is a dream destination for surfers chasing world-class waves, it also offers a diverse range of leisure, nature, and recreational activities for those looking to experience the beauty of the Central Atolls beyond surfing. Snorkeling is a must-do activity, allowing guests to explore vibrant coral reefs and swim alongside tropical fish, manta rays, sea turtles, and reef sharks.
For those who enjoy fishing, the onboard chef will prepare fresh sashimi or a seafood feast from the catch of the day.
Guests can also explore remote sandbanks and uninhabited islands, perfect for soaking up the sun, strolling along untouched beaches, or enjoying a picnic lunch or sunset bonfire. Additionally, visits to local fishing villages provide a chance to experience Maldivian island life, meet friendly locals, and learn about their rich cultural heritage.
Whether unwinding on the sundeck with a book, cooling off with a refreshing ocean swim, or marveling at the spectacular starry skies at night, Maavahi Charters ensures a relaxing and immersive tropical escape for surfers and non-surfers alike.
Fishing
The Maldives are well-known for its abundant marine life and fishing is top of the list for many of our guests on board Maavahi. Guests can troll for tuna, mackerel, barracuda and may even be lucky enough to reel in a sail-fish! Maavahi is equipped with fishing equipment, however it is preffered that guests bring their own rods and gear.
Snorkelling
Grab a snorkel, goggles and fins and explore the beauty of the Central Atolls from the boat. With crystal clear water and an abundance of fish and coral species, the Maldives is rated as one of the top ten dive sites in the world.
Visit a Local Village
Learn about local culture with a visit to a local Maldivian village. A unique experience to soak up the culture and lifestyles of locals living in the Central Atolls.
