HORIZON II Surf Surf Charter - Maldives, North, Central and South. Maldives
INTRODUCTION
The Best Prices in the market in the coolest boat!!! Spend your vacation in the southern Maldives with us.ย From May to October, the surfing is very good in Huvadhoo and all the less crowded surf breaks are close by.
The traditionally built wooden yacht will take you to the secluded beaches with individual or small groups bookings. A smaller diving boat available for secret surf spots where a larger boat just cannot enter and also possible to use it for a diving experience.
There are 6 comfortable air-conditioned ensuite rooms with a view of the beautiful scenery around the boat. There are 2 Double Bedrooms and 4 Twin Bedrooms on board. Enjoy amazing breakfast, lunch and dinner along with desserts prepared by our Chef.
If you are an intermediate to advanced surfer that is looking for long perfect head high uncrowded waves, then the Maldives is your dream come true! You will see turtles, dolphins, manta rays, beautiful strange colored fish and whales (during the season). Doubles rooms with private bathroom, 5 meals per day, check the pictures and book your trip as soon as possible.ย Accepts single bookings, not necessarily full boat charter.
THE ACCOMMODATION
Horizon II Surf Boat Charter
There are 6 rooms comfortable and air conditioned rooms that have a view of the beautiful scenery around the boat.
Facilities
- Six Air conditioned cabins
- Relax and refresh your mind on the lounge chairs with mattresses on the Sun Deck.
- TV/DVD in Salon
- Fishing Gear
- Board Games
- Life Jackets, life rings, fire retardants and pumps.
- Small Boat
Cabins
- Double bed and a single bunk type to be used as a double or as a twin sharing room
- AC
- Private showers
- WC
- Cupboard
- Mirror
- Size: 2 meters x 2.5 meters
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
- Can accommodate 14 guests very comfortably
Meals
Dinning
Dinning & winning can be undertaken either inside the pilothouse or the deck (2 venues)
Food & Beverages
When everyone wakes up at around 6:30 we have Tea, coffee, and cookies ready on the table. Then surfing.
After our first surf comes Breakfast
Toasts, cereals, eggs, cheese, jam, juice, tea, coffee, and our cookโs โlocal specialโ. It can be a mixture of tuna, with crushed coconut and onion. Delicious when you make a burrito with their homemade tortillas. Then relax or surf.
Lunch and dinner
Essentially three-course: Western dishes with Maldivian specialties and nationality favorites. Very yummy! Lots of fresh fish! Rice, chicken, pasta, beef, salads, homemade pizzas and bread! Curries and vegetables! Ending with dessert, fruit, and coffee or tea.
And more…
Good range of chilled soft drinks including fresh fruit juices, and a range of alcoholic beverages including lots of cold beer for sale on board!!! 3 Liters of mineral water per day per person included in the package. In between lunch and dinner, there is another session of cookies, tea, and coffee so it โs impossible to be hungry on this boat!!!
Technical Details
Speed & Engine Mechanism
- Engine: DOOSAN 280hp.
- Speed: 10 to 12 knots.
- Generators (AC): 220V, 50Hz (British Sockets) 18Kw.
- Stamegna x 2 units.
- Battery (DC): Emergency Lights (12V) only.
- Water Maker: Static x 3 tonnes per day Aqua Reef.
- Diesel: 6 tonnes.
Safety:
- Life Jackets, life rings, fire retardants and pumps.
- Compass, Maps and GPS.
- Communication
- CB Set, Mobile Phone.
THE ACTIVITIES
Surfing
The best time to surf in the Maldives is from March until October. The peak of the swell being in August. During the North-East monsoon (from March โtil April), conditions are the best in the โSouthern Atollsโ. From May to October, the surfing is quite good in Huvadhoo as well. Less crowded and all the surf breaks are close by.
Typical day
- We start the day with a cup of Coffee or tea.
- The boat will be anchored where the conditions are excellent.
- Around 6 AM after the first session of the morning you can enjoy a delicious breakfast served by the crew.
- Anytime you want our crew can drop you to the surf break by a dingy or a Dhoni and pick you up once youโre done with surfing.
- In the free time you can explore a local islands, catch fish, snorkel with Manta rays, Sting Rays and beautiful fishes.ย
- Around the Sunset, after your last surf session itยดs time to grab a beer and relax to some nice music.
- The dinner is served around 7.30 PM.
Typical Itinerary
- Meet and Greet Maleโ/Kaadehdhoo Airport
- Check-in at 2000 hrs
- Enjoy the Airport Right Surf Break
- Surf at the Blue Bowls at Vaadhoo
- Adventure at the Beacons
- Surfing at the Castaways
- Delight yourself at the Thinadoo Cafeโ Break
- Move onto the Lips Surf Break
- Take pleasure in the Five Islands Surf Break
- Surf at Lovecharms near Gazeera
- BBQ at Uninhabited island
- Snorkeling at Gan
- A relishing moment surfing at the Tiger Stripes
- Check-out at 1630 hrs
- Fly back from Kaadehdhoo/Maleโ Airport
Surf Spots
Gaafu Dhaalu Spots
- “Airports”: a fun righthander that likes a solid southwest swell.
- “Beacons”: on a good southwest swell, this break becomes a grinding righthander with a solid barrel.
- ย “Blue Bowlsโ: this longish righthander is more like a point and has plenty of open face sections for good turns.
- “Five Islands”: a hard-hitting right-hander with speedy walls.
- ย “Two Ways”: a right and lefthander that tends to favor the right on bigger swells; an easy workable wall that sits well with intermediates.
- ย “Love Charms”: a fun lefthander which has a playful wall when the sections link up on a bigger swell.
- โTiger Stripes”: a racy lefthander with a thumping barrel on the inside section; tends to hold more swell than some of the other spots.
Other Activities
- Large top deck with shaded canopy where you can do your stretching, meditating, yoga, or other exercises
- Indoor games
- Multi-System TV and DVD (We recommend to bring your own DVD movies) including a Hi-Fi Stereo System are onboard to entertain the clients
- Itineraries can be customized to suit your needs
- Shopping in Male
- Scuba Diving (extra cost). Only certified open water divers and medically fit divers should undertake diving
- Visit different uninhabited islands, fishing villages and scenic points are part of the safari depending on the weather
- Fishing
- Snorkeling
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
LOCATION
99% of Maldives is the Ocean and only 1% from the island comprising of 1200 beautiful coral islands in 26 major atolls. We will go to the best spots of the season, from South to North.
In general, the Maldives rely on the same swell as Indonesia with the best and most consistent swells coming from April to October.ย 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.ย
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.
Northern Atolls
In the North Maleโ Atolls youโll find the most famous and consistent waves in the Maldives. The best time for the Northern Atolls is from April to October, with the most reliable swells from June to September, when long-period south swells from the southern Indian Ocean light up the reef passes. During this southwest monsoon period, many of the main breaks can have favorable winds, offering long, rippable walls and occasionally powerful barrels in the 4โ8 ft range, with bigger days on stronger pulses.
Central Atolls
The Central Atolls (such as Meemu, Thaa, and Laamu) are a great option for those looking for a balance between quality waves and fewer crowds. You still benefit from the same swell window as the Northern Atolls, but with fewer boats and less concentrated surf tourism, which often means more relaxed sessions and a better chance of sharing the lineup with just your group.
Here, surfers can expect a mix of playful reef breaks and more powerful walls, with several rights and lefts that work on different tides and wind directions. The prime season is also from April to October, with June to September delivering the most consistent surf; shoulder months like AprilโMay and October can offer glassier conditions and fewer surfers, ideal for intermediate and advanced riders who value variety and space.
Southern Atolls
Huvadhoo (also known as Southern Atolls) are located in the most southern section of the Maldives, fewer surf boats and surf charters operate in this area, therefore even the most popular spots in this region are usually less crowded than the Northern Atolls. The Southern Atolls are still the most secluded and idyllic, preserving the beauty of a remote island paradise that comes complete with incredible waves.
The Atoll is said to have the best conditions in March and April just before the southwest monsoon begins and September to November when it is coming to a close. From May to August there can be wind issues on the south-facing spots but thatโs when you motor to the east-facing part of the atoll where there is more protection. The east-facing breaks will still have plenty of sizes as this is the peak swell time.
Getting Here
Male Airport (MLE) 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
PRICES & PACKAGES
Surf Schedule and Prices
| LOCATION | DATE |
PRICES STARTS FROM (Prices per Person) |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 11.03 – 21.03 | SOLD OUT |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 22.03 – 01.04 | US$3,196 |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 02.04 – 12.04 | SOLD OUT |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 13.04 – 23.04 | SOLD OUT |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 24.04 – 04.05 | SOLD OUT |
| Huvadhoo – Laamu, Meemu, Dhaalu, Thaa, Male | 05.05 – 15.05 | US$2,962 |
| Central Maldives – Male, Thaa, Dhaalu, Meemu, Laamu, Male | 16.05 – 26.05 | US$2,962 |
| Central Maldives – Male, Thaa, Dhaalu, Meemu, Laamu, Male | 27.05 – 06.06 | US$2,962 |
| Central Maldives – Male, Thaa, Dhaalu, Meemu, Laamu, Male | 07.06 – 17.06 | SOLD OUT |
| Central Maldives – Male, Thaa, Dhaalu, Meemu, Laamu, Male | 18.06 – 28.06 | US$2,962 |
| Central Maldives – Male, Thaa, Dhaalu, Meemu, Laamu, Male | 29.06 – 09.07 | SOLD OUT |
| Northern Atolls Male | 10.07 – 20.07 | US$2,962 |
| Northern Atolls Male | 21.07 – 31.07 | US$2,962 |
| Central Maldives – Male, Thaa, Dhaalu, Meemu, Laamu, Male | 01.08 – 11.08 | SOLD OUT |
| Central Maldives – Male, Thaa, Dhaalu, Meemu, Laamu, Male | 12.08 – 22.08 | US$2,962 |
| Northern Atolls Male | 23.08 – 02.09 | SOLD OUT |
| Male, Thaa, Dhaalu, Meemu, Laamu, Huvadhoo | 03.09 – 13.09 | SOLD OUT |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 14.09 – 24.09 | SOLD OUT |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 25.09 – 05.10 | US$2,660 |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 06.10 – 16.10 | US$2,660 |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 17.10 – 27.10 | US$2,660 |
| South Maldives – Huvadhoo Surf | 28.10 – 07.11 | SOLD OUT |
โ 10 nights accommodation on board
โ Airport Pick up and drop off to Male
โ Full Board 3 meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) with free tea & coffee throughout the day.
โ One mineral bottle (free 1500 ml) per person/per day and mineral water dispenser available.
โ Surfing from 06:30 to 17:00 (surf safaris from March to October)
โ Surf support Dhoni
โ Local Fishing with line & baits.
โ Services of professional surf guidance on board.
โ Uninhabited island barbecue dinner (if time and weather permits & subject to the groupโs majority decision). * Island hopping, resort and cruising (subject to the groupโs majority decision).
โ Island hopping, resort visits and cruising (subject to the group’s decision)
โ Birthday & Wedding Anniversary celebration with cake (upon request)
Obligatory Surcharges
- Admin charges $70 per invoice to be added
- Gratitude to Crew ($150 per guest duration of stay)
- TGST 12 % from guest’s booking amount, to be paid in advanced
- Green Tax Per Person: 12 USD per night, to be paid on board
Extra
- Please Ensure to get Travel insurance. You must ensure that your insurance fully covers all your personal requirements including pre-existing medical conditions, cancellation charges, medical expenses and repatriation in the event of accident or illness, surfing injuries and medical evacuation.
- Full-fledged bar at extra charge (TGST taxes will be applied).
- Photography or memory album can be made at extra cost by requesting at time of booking
- Wi-Fi ($35/person)ย for 10 days
- 10% Service Charge and 17% GST on onboard purchases
- $5 island fees for BBQ (Subject to weather)
- Picnic on island per person at US$10.00.
