Ocean Divine Surf Charter - Maldives, Northern Atolls. Maldives
INTRODUCTION
The ultimate Maldives surf experience ! Cruise Male’s North and South Atolls onboard a luxury 110 feet vessel that will take you the best surf breaks in total comfort and security. With a crew of 10 and a maximum of 14 passengers at a time, this is the experience of a surfing lifetime.
The boat follows an elegant Balinese theme, with mahogany floors, stunning artwork and fittings while fitted with every modern conveniences and hi-tech communication system. The main vessel has a tender 52 ft. surf boat that will take you to the breaks and. Surfers “widows” will be taken care of onboard and spend the day pampering in the spa, tanning, swimming, diving or just lazing out on the deck!
To ensure you have the best possible surfing experience, our friendly Australain surf guides on board are familiar with the area and conditions and will always select the best spot for you featuring the best Maldivian waves available. You will be surfing daily a great variety of world class breaks in total seclusion, under the guidance of expert surfers.
In case there are no waves, which is unlikely and will always check different spots, or bad surfing conditions, the team on Ocean Divine will ensure an enjoyable experience. You can always chill, watch a DVD in the luxurious living room, go diving, snorkeling, fishing or just enjoy some relaxing on the sun deck.
THE ACCOMMODATION
The Surf Charter Boat, one of the most luxurious, purpose built surf charter boat in the Maldives. 110 feet of unparalleled facilities for both surfers and non surfers alike. Experienced crew including surf/diver guides, masseuse and top level chef. The main lounge has huge plasma screen to view your day’s surfing filmed by the staff. Spacious area on the main deck for buffet breakfast, lunch, gourmet dinner or sipping a cool drink.
Onboard facilities:
- 7 A/C cabins with queen size bed, en suite bathroom, phone and plasma Screen TV/DVD
- WiFi (extra charge)
- AC
- mirrored wardrobe
- Bathrobes, toiletries, fresh bath towels daily
- One 70 m2 VIP cabin suite
- Satellite phone, VHF radio, internet and mobile phone
- Main lounge with mahogany floor and huge plasma screen
- Main deck spacious aft area for dining and chilling out
- Fully stocked bar !
- Day spa with masseuse
- 2 tender boats (52 ft. Surf boat and 1 Dinghy)
- Extensive game fishing gear
Food on Board
We want to ensure our guests enjoy delicious and nutritious meals for the entire stay, therefore we make our effort to provide fresh produce every day.
We use local produce where we can including fish we purchase fresh fish from the markets, or fish we catch during our trip, as well as fresh local coconuts and bananas. We also import fresh produce and ingredients from around the world.
BOAT SPECIFICATIONS
Port of Registry/Flag: Maldives
Built: Kaffu Atoll , Maldives 2004/2005
Type: Motor yacht
Length: 110 feet
Beam: 30 feet
Draft: 7.7 feet
Number of Passengers: 14
Accommodation: 6 Double Occupancy Staterooms
Number of Crew: 12
Length of Charters: 7 nights
Dives Per Day: 3.
Number of Tenders: 2 (Dive boat 52 feet, 1 dhingy 18 feet)
Total Displacement: 200 tons
Propulsion: CUMINS N 14 480 HP
Fuel capacity: 7000
Fresh Water Capacity: 8 000
l Desalinator Production: 10 000 liters per day
Cruising Speed: 10 .12 knots
Range: 1000 miles
Navigation Aids: VHF, SSB, Furuno 36 mile radar, GPS x 2 , Eco sondeur, Cmap.
Oxygen On Board: Yes
Laundry: No
Compressor: 3 x Mariner BAUER
Voltage: 2 x ONAN 35 KVA gensets, 220v, 50 cycle
Air-conditioning: in the rooms but not all areas
Photographic Video Services: Yes (No E6 processing )
Diving Instruction: Yes
Nitrox: Yes
Dive Gear Rental: Yes
CD /DVD Player: Yes
Boutique: Yes
Equipment Rinse: Yes
Special Dietary Requests: Yes
Recompression Chamber: Bandos resort Male
Communications: Satellite Phone, VHF Radio, Mobile phone.
THE ACTIVITIES
SURF
In general the Maldives rely on the same swell as Indonesia with the best and most consistent swells coming from April to October. Water temperature is perfect – 28/ 29 degree Celsius, all year around. Swell size will likely peak from June to September when south swells from the southern Indian Ocean make their presence known on most of the exposed breaks. This is also the time of the southwest monsoon and many of the spots can see offshore conditions. The waves will normally range from 4-8 feet, with occasionally bigger days. February and March, considered the early part of the season will see fun surf and more stable weather but swells will vary, arriving in the small to medium size range. The same holds true for November when the season is coming to a close.
TYPICAL ITINERARY
Day 1
Welcome on Board!
We depart early at 6 am to the famous surf breaks Sultans, Honkies and Jails.
Surf and safety briefing. Surf all day until 6pm with breaks for Breakfast at 9am and Lunch at 1pm.
Arrive back on board for a hot shower and prepare yourself for our first dinner and introduction of your crew at 7.30pm.
Day 2
Search for the best waves of the day, starting with surf spots Cokes and Chickens.
Surfing, diving, fishing, lazing in the sun – this is the plan for the day, besides meals of course!
Day 3
Head South for 3 hours to Lucky Joes and Rip Tide, maybe catch some fish.
Visit a local island, learn how to dive and get your PADI ticket.
Day 4
Another great surfing, diving and fishing day.
Excursion to beautiful virgin sand island Rihiveli for non/surfers.
Sunset cocktail to relaxing music. A great way to end another great day.
Day 5
Early departure back north to Cokes and Chickens.
Surf all day or dive with manta rays.
In the afternoon we will introduce you to freediving and holding your breath and relaxing under water.
Sunset party on the deck.
Day 6
We move according to the report to catch the best surf conditions. Sultans and Jails for all day surfing.
Sunset diaporama on our giant screen with photos and videos of your amazing week with us. Back on board for the night
Day 7
Surf all morning until midday.
A beautiful thank you and good bye lunch before departing for the Airport for your return flights.
TYPICAL DAY
Wake up
We can wake you on request anytime from 5:30am for tea, coffee, juice, fresh fruit and a range of cereal before surf.
Surf
The tender departs at 6am for the first surf of the day and back for the freshly cooked breakfast served from 9am.
Breakfast
Breakfast includes eggs cooked to your liking, sausages and a range of traditional cooked Maldivian dishes, cakes, juice, tea and coffee and fresh fruit available.
Surf again
Lunch at 1 pm
Lunches include local fresh fish, sashimi and a variety of other fresh meals and desserts.
Afternoon
Here you can choose betrween another surf session, a dive, fish or snorkel in the beautiful waters of the Maldives.
We come together on board by 6pm with some ice cold beers, Snacks and juices.
Chill
Ice cold beers, cocktails while taking in the stunning sunsets.
Dinner
Is served at 7.30 – every evening your Chef will prepare something new.
Evening
Enjoy time with your friends, watch a movie in your cabin, play some games or just relax in the upper deck under the stars.
SURF SPOTS
- “Chickens”: Long, peeling left pointbreak that is very fast.
- “Cokes”: More of a big wave spot with a nice barrel on the take off that doesn’t let up. Likes a mid to incoming tide.
- “Lohi’s”: A lefthander that gets super hollow on a big SE swell.
- “Ninja’s”: Mellow righthander which is perfect for beginners and long boarders.
- “Pasta Point”: The celebrity wave of the Maldives is a really, long tubing left which picks up more swell. Has two challenging sections knows as “Macaroni Bowl” and “Lockjaws”.
- “Sultans”: A first class righthand point and one of the more consistent waves in the area. Has a nice take off and a super long wall with a great end section. Will peel for up to 150 yards.
- “Honky’s”: Another long left hander that jumps in size as it turns and peels down the reef. Plenty of tube sections.
- “Jailbreaks”: Super good righthander which can break up to 300 yards long on the right swell.
NON SURFERS
Ocean Divine has being especially made for exclusive use of the boat for people who surf and some others don’t. Family and friends with hight expectation. We will take care of you.
Learn how to dive wih an experience instructor, fishing , learn how to hold your breath.
You can also learn how to paddle board (available on board ). Visit a local island or simply enjoy the comfort on board.
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
Location
The Maldives
There are many places around the globe that surfers would define as paradise and the Maldives is definitely at he top of the list. Perfect waves over a crystal clear reef in a tropical setting it doesn’t get much better than this. While breaks in the northern atolls have gained most of the attention thanks to several resorts and charter boats that offer easier access, the central and southern atolls are where new discoveries are being made. The best way to reach these more distant locales is by charter boat, and while it might take just a bit longer to get there, you and your mates will likely be the only people in the water.
The Maldives have a warm, year round tropical climate and is influenced by two monsoons: the southwest monsoon from May to October, called “halhangu”, will tend to see more wind and rain, while the northeast monsoon, called “iruvai”, from November to April is the dry season with little or no wind. The temperatures range from 25°C (77°F) to 33°C (90°F) throughout the year the water temperature remains at about 26°C (80°F) all year round.
Getting Here
Male Airport (MLE) Male airport is an island just dedicated to the airport. Scheduled & charter flights: Qatar Airways, Martin Air, Condo, Eurofly, Lufthansa, LTU, Singapore airlines, Sri Lanka Airlines, Air Swiss, Air France, British Airways.
Visitors are issued a 30 day tourist visa upon arrival, regardless of their nationality.
Once you have collected your luggage, you will be met at the airport by a representative of the crew who will help you to find the transfer to your” live-aboard Ocean Divine”.
Our team will transfer you by Dhoni directly to the boat (15 to 20 minutes) .
PRICES & PACKAGES
LUXURY SURF CHARTER
2,746 USD per person
INCUDED:
- 7 Nights full board luxury A/C cabin accommodation
- Return airport transfers, tourism taxes
- Use of all on board equipment (for snorkelling)
- Services of expert guides (surf and dive guides)
- Fishing from the Dhoni
- Visit to local island
EXCLUDED:
- Alcoholic beverage
- Diving
- Internet
- Free diving course (3 sessions) on demand : 130$/pers
Operates from April to October
Sunday to Sunday: the pick up time is at 10pm so there is no dinner. The disembarkation is at 11 am.
