Naera Luxury Surf Charter - Central Atolls, Male. Maldives
INTRODUCTION
Naera Luxury Surf Charter is the best option for chasing a great variety of waves in Male and Outer Atolls.
It has 8 comfortable air-conditioned cabins with a queen-sized bed ideal for couples, or double bunk for families, accompanied by a dhoni boat, a dinghy, a jetski, masseuse, and an expert surf guide to choose the best surf spots of the day for an unforgettable experience.
The spectacular Catamaran is capable to cruise at night so you get to surf the best time of the day, guided for most experienced local staff crew, wake up far away from the crowds and enjoy the paradise chasing the best waves.
Very stable and comfortable twin hull sea-faring design boat with large external and internal dining areas, TV with DVD, Bose sound system, and a library.
Pictures by © Margarita Salyak
THE ACCOMMODATION
Naera Luxury Surf Charter
- 8 comfortable cabins
- Air-conditioned cabins
- Queen-sized bed
- Double bunk
- Full Board – 3 buffet meals daily (All you can eat)
- Unlimited tea, coffee with espresso coffee at extra cost
- Unlimited mineral water with refillable water bottle
- Dhoni boat
- Dinghy
- Jetski
- Masseuse
- Expert surf guide
- Capable to cruise at night
- Very stable and comfortable
- Twin hull sea-faring design
- Large external and internal dining areas
- TV with DVD
- Bose sound system
- Library
- Fully equipped kitchen that can cater for 40 people
Specification
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- 16m Dhoni (tender)
- 5m Dinghy (tender)
- Length: 25.25 metres
- Beam: 10.82 metres
- Draft: 1.40 metres
- Height: 8.6 metres
- Main Engine: 2 x 220hp with 2500rpm
- Speed: 10 knots
- Generator: 2 x Onan/Cummins 37.5KVA each
- Fresh water tank capacity: 10 000 litres
- 2 desalination systems that produce 2400 litres per day each
- Fuel tank capacity: 5000 litres
- Life jackets: 50
- Onboard communications: Marine UHF radio, satellite telephone, HF radio, CB radio and local cellular phone
- Emergency inflatable dinghy
- Remote console onboard compressor fills 4 tanks simultaneously
THE ACTIVITIES
- Surf: the best waves of your life
- Snorkeling
- Fishing
- Jetski – On Request (must be booked prior to the trip).
- A masseuse – (On request – masseuse needs to be requested before the trip).
- Beach BBQ
- Photography service: Camera used is a Canon 70D SLR and photos will be taken from land, boat or tender.
LOCATION & GETTING HERE
Location
Central Atolls is good for all levels.
Meemu Atoll
- Coastline facing to the east
- There is always a left- or a right-hander well-protected from the predominant south westerly wind directions, easterly winds may also affect all spots negatively.
- All spots are close to each other so that you can change spots within a few minutes!
Thaa Atoll
- Picks up south-west swell
- Secluded location
- Well protected from North to Northwest winds.
- This area will be chosen only in very stable weather conditions.
Laamu Atoll
- Spread from the south facing coastline along the east facing up to the north-east corner where waves wrap around.
- Spots protected from all wind directions except a rare straight easterly breeze.
Getting Here
FLYING TO MALE
From Europe:
Direct flights form Frankfurt (Condor) and Paris (Air France)
From Asia:
Kuala-Lumpur (Air Asia), Hong Kong (Cathay Pacific),
Bangalore, Dheli (Air India)
Bangkok (Maldivian)
Doha (Quatar Airways)
Singapore (Singapore Airlines and Silk Air)
Seasonal direct flights:
Zurich (Edelweiss Air)
Frankfurt (Lufthansa)
London Heathrow (Srilankan Airlines)
Once you have landed in Male you will be picked up by your hosts and can simply relax and fall into surf adventure mode!
NOTE
Please note that maximum size of surfboards allowed on Maldives domestic flights to Central and Southern Atolls is 8 ft including the board bag.
*If your surf trip involves a Maldives domestic flight: We cannot be held responsible for your surfboards arriving late (on the next domestic flight). If this happens, it’s due to weight restrictions on Maldivian domestic flights, which is out of our control.
PRICES & PACKAGES
Ideal for: Group Surf Charter, Solo Travellers, Longboarders
Waves: Intermediate
Surf Skill: Intermediate – Pro
Season: June, July, August, October, May
Board Type: Shortboarders, Longboarders
Prices
- Prices do not include international flights
- Prices are subject to foreign exchange fluctuations until paid in full.
Dates
| Departure | Return | Duration | Price | Notes |
| 27 Aug 2018 | 05 Sep 2018 | 9 | – | Male Atolls |
| 05 Sep 2018 | 15 Sep 2018 | 10 | – | Male-Central-Male |
| 15 Sep 2018 | 22 Sep 2018 | 7 | – | Male Atolls |
| 22 Sep 2018 | 03 Oct 2018 | 4 | 2719 USD | Central – Southern |
| 23 Oct 2018 | 31 Oct 2018 | 8 | – | Central Atolls |
| 09 May 2019 | 17 May 2019 | 8 | 2210 USD | Male – Laamu |
| 18 May 2019 | 28 May 2019 | 10 | 2688 USD | Laamu to Male |
| 29 May 2019 | 03 Jun 2019 | 5 | – | Male |
| 03 June 2019 | 13 June 2019 | 10 | 2688 USD | Male to Laamu |
| 13 Jun 2019 | 22 Jun 2019 | 9 | 2714 USD | Central Atolls |
| 23 Jun 2019 | 03 Jul 2019 | 10 | 2963 USD | Central Atolls |
| 03 Jul 2019 | 13 Jul 2019 | 10 | 2963 USD | Central Atolls |
| 14 Jul 2019 | 24 Jul 2019 | 10 | 2963 USD | Central Atolls |
| 24 Jul 2019 | 03 Aug 2019 | 10 | 2688 USD | Laamu to Male |
| 03 Aug 2019 | 08 Aug 2019 | 5 | – | Male |
| 08 Aug 2019 | 18 Aug 2019 | 10 | 2688 USD | Male to Laamu |
| 18 Aug 2019 | 28 Aug 2019 | 10 | 2963 USD | Central Atolls |
| 28 Aug 2019 | 05 Sep 2019 | 8 | 2485 USD | Central Atolls |
| 05 Sep 2019 | 15 Sep 2019 | 10 | 2963 USD | Central Atolls |
| 16 Sep 2019 | 26 Sep 2019 | 10 | 2963 USD | Central Atolls |
| 19 Oct 2019 | 31 Oct 2019 | 12 | 2700 USD | Southern Atoll to Male |
Inclusions
- Airport meet & greet at Male Airport and domestic terminals
- Group return airport transfers (individual transfers at extra cost).
- Return domestic flights for 10 nights Maldives trips / One-way domestic flight for trips starting or ending in Outer Atolls
- Welcome pack
- Comfortable accommodation in air-conditioned twin cabins
- 16m Dhoni support boat for flexible surf break access
- Full Board – 3 buffet meals daily (All you can eat)
- Unlimited tea, coffee with espresso coffee at extra cost
- Unlimited mineral water with a refillable water bottle
- 5m Dinghy (tender)
- A very experienced local surf guide
- Use of basic snorkelling & fishing gear. (Equipment is basic hand lines and mask/snorkel & fins. If you want quality gear, please feel free to bring your own with you).
- Quality Assurance Guarantee.
- Maldivian Specialty Beach BBQ (Central & Southern Atolls only when weather and surf permits)
- Maldivian US$6 per person/night Green Tax.
Extra costs
- Photography service. US$50 for 10 photos of your choice. US$100 for full suite of photos. Camera used is a Canon 70D SLR and photos will be taken from land, boat or tender.
- Alcohol is available for purchase on board. If you have any special requests, please let us know well in advance and we will do our best to organise your favourite brand. For reference, 1 beer usually costs US$4 per can.
- Snacks: There are a range of snacks available such as Mars Bars and Twix bars on board to purchase.
- Jetski – On Request (must be booked prior to the trip).
- A masseuse – US$45 per hour (On request – masseuse needs to be requested before the trip).
- Internet Access: You can add the global roaming option to your current plan but make sure you’re aware of the costs involved with your provider, otherwise the cheapest option is to just grab a SIM from one of the local providers which can be purchased at the airport once you have cleared customs, or at a local village during your trip.
