"CLEAN & SAFE" CERTIFIED

Safety is our priority.
We reduced the number of participants to max. 7 guests.
This surf adventure is certified "Clean & Safe"!
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10 DAYS SURF BOAT TRIP IN PARADISE

Join a boat full of new friends and cruise across untouched Maldives atolls. We will surf as much as possible with just friends in the lineup, improve our surf and experience an unforgettable surf trip: 
welcome to the Maldives Central Atolls.

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WHERE?

CENTRAL ATOLLS
Maldives

A 140 km boat ride south of the more accessible (and crowded) North Male Atolls you will find an endless amount of reef breaks with consistent conditions for intermediates.

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WHEN?

TRIPS IN APRIL,
JULY AND OCTOBER

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Shoulders season is perfect for intermediates. With less abundant big swells (and weather), medium-sized waves are as abundant and perfect as you could ask for.

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WHAT?

MALDIVES BOAT TRIP
Live on boat and score

Get ready for the surf trip of a lifetime. Travel across great distances to some of the best waves in the Maldives Central Atolls, on a comfortable boat with your surf tribe.

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PERFECT FOR?

INTERMEDIATES +
The best waves of your life

Wake up on a boat to the sight of pristine tropical waves breaking with no one in the water. Uncrowded world-class intermediate waves are waiting for you.

Spend 10 days on a boat,
surfing in paradise
The dream surf trip for intermediate and advanced surfers
Explore the Central Atolls with full freedom and travel from surf spot to surf spot
Empty line-ups and a new group of friends to share them with.
Jump straight into the line-up and surf non-stop
Surf from sunrise to sunset,
everyday
Join a trip in October and April for smaller and mellower waves
Join a trip in Summer for more consistent and pumping swell
Surf perfect waves, correct, repeat and give a huge boost to your surf skills
Spend 10 days traveling through remote atolls
Keep your surfboards on the Dhoni, a small boat always ready to take you surfing
Improve your surfing on long playful walls and racing barrels
Share party waves with friends
Surf all day and disconnect from the world
Join a boat trip with a group of likeminded surfers from all over the world
Join the surf trip of a lifetime
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THE EXPERIENCE

ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE SURF TriP

If you're dreaming of long rippable waves or your first barrel, this trip is for you. To join and enjoy this surf trip you should have some surf experience and be autonomous in the line-up. Discover what's your surf level.

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WAVE PARADISE

The Central Atolls have some of the best waves and most picturesque breaks in the Maldives. Travel through different atolls and score fun uncrowded surf, for 10 days. Watch one surf session of small fun waves somewhere in the Central Atolls →

ONLY WAVES ON YOUR MIND

3 delicious meals a day and transport straight to the line-up. All you have to think about is packing your boardbag and paddling into perfect waves. Insert yourself here.

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SURF WITH YOUR TRIBE

You will be joining a group of international intermediate and advanced intermediate surfers, sharing stories and unforgettable moments in and out of the water. 10 days of sharing the line-up with a group of friends. It doesn't get much better than this.

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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS SURF TRIP

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

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PLENTY OF SURFING
4 days full of surfing with qualified coaches in one of the best beaches to learn in the world!
Learn to ride the waves or improve your surfing in the gentle waves of Arrifana and the surrouding spots.
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VIDEO ANALYSIS
4 days full of surfing with qualified coaches in one of the best beaches to learn in the world!
Learn to ride the waves or improve your surfing in the gentle waves of Arrifana and the surrouding spots.
welcome meal at the villa, table full of friends
3 MEALS A DAY
With healthy gourmet breakfast, 3 unique dinners included during the week and a vast choice of delicious restaurants and cafès - you will have all the energy you need for the week!
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SNORKELING
One of our favorite activities in the south of Portugal is hiking to the cliffs all together and enjoy a dinner while sharing stories and watching the sun go down over the ocean.
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REMOTE ATOLLS VISIT
During the week we will go to our favorite local hanging spots, meet local surfers and shapers, listen to live music and dance and enjoy some drinks in each other's company.
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LOCAL ISLAND VISIT
The area around Aljezur hosts some of Europe's most stunning beaches. On the day off from surf we will have a long walk in Monte Clerigo beach and eat at a local resturant.

SURF LEVEL

This surf adventure is for intermediate surfers and above. To join this surf trip you must be able to take off confidently and autonomously on shoulder / head-high waves. Almost all the waves break over (sometimes shallow) coral reef.

Discover what's your surf level!

SURF CONDITIONS

The Maldives surf season goes from April to October. Waves are incredibly consistent and while in Summer it may get big and sometimes a bit wet, the shoulder season (October and November) brings good weather and more playful conditions for the intermediate surfer.

Since the Central Atolls take longer to reach, fewer boats operate in the area compared to the more crowded Male Atolls – which translates to fewer surfers in the line-up.

Since most surfers heading to the Central Atolls are usually interested in more advanced waves, this often leaves other more intermediate spots (but still world-class) completely empty. This is the perfect recipe for a week of scoring incredible waves and improving your surfing skills.

Waves in central Atolls

Meemu Atoll : Muli Inside/ F1, Muli Outside, Veyvah
Dhaalu Atoll: Kasaba/Mauroof, Mulah, Hocus Pocus / Screaming Kids, Vodi
Thaa Atoll: Outside Mikados, Inside Mikados, Malik's, Finnimas,
Laamu Atoll: Ying Yang, Machines, Mundoo, Refugee's Right, Refugee's Left

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Recommended wetsuit

No wetsuit is needed. We recommend bringing a rash vest for the sun, a surf hat, and reef booties.

Avg. water temperature

28°C/82°F, all year

Crowd factor

Low most of the time, can be medium at the most known spots on a classic day.

Bring with you

Bring
boardshorts/bikinis and remember to take enough reef-friendly sunscreen. Don't forget a reusable water bottle!

SURF BOAT trIP PACKAGE

  • 10 days of boat liveaboard and surf (from 6am to 5pm). On the last day surf stops at 12am.
  • Surf support Dhoni and Dinghy
  • Transfer Airport/Boat
  • Three meals / Day
  • Unlimited tea, coffee, and drinking water
  • Travel together: group trip with Surf Tribe group leader + local surf guide and crew
  • Video Analysis (2x) and you keep all the photos / videos at the end of the trip
  • All mandatory taxes (23.2%) & Green Tax
  • Deserted Island hopping & Local Island visits
  • The Surf Tribe t-shirt
  • 10% discount code for the Suntribe worry-free natural sunscreens (100% safe for you and nature)
  • 10% discount code for Atlas Label sustainable swimwear and essential wetsuits (eco-friendly, regenerated neoprene made to order)

Price per person, for 10 days: €2.289

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WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

  • A/R International flights to the Maldives (Male)
  • Surfboard rental is not included: we recommend bringing at least 2 surfboards (any size). If you cannot bring your own surfboard we recommend renting one here.
  • Alcohol and soft drinks available for purchase on board (pay in $ or € at the end of the trip)
  • A 10$ (or equivalent in Euro) in cash tip per day for the crew (total recommended tip 100$)
  • Water / Drone photography is not included in this trip, bring your own equipment if you'd like
  • A travel insurance is mandatory for this surf trip. If you don't have one, we can offer you our Allianz travel insurance. Just add it when booking your surf trip.

INCLUDED ACTIVITIES

Visit a beautiful and scenic spot, perfect to relax or take some amazing photos.

Coconut Tree Hill
Visit a beautiful and scenic spot, perfect to relax or take some amazing photos.

Sunset
Everyday you’ll be greeted by incredible sunsets over the ocean.

Barbecue NightFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

ADD-ON ACTIVITIES

Visit a beautiful and scenic spot, perfect to relax or take some amazing photos.

Sinharaja Rain Forest visitVisit a beautiful and scenic spot, perfect to relax or take some amazing photos.

Safari Udawalawe National ParkEveryday you’ll be greeted by incredible sunsets over the ocean.

SnorkelingFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

Visit to Galle FortFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

YogaFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

MassageFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

HOW TO GET TO THE BOAT

In order to get to the boat you will have to fly to Male, Maldives.

To get on the boat on time and leave to the Central Atolls on time, you will need to be in Malé before 12pm on arrival day. For the return you need to book a flight after 1pm on departure day.

If you would like to arrive and depart a few days earlier/later to be able to settle in before the trip and chill down after, we recommend you to stay either in Himmafushi or Thulushdoo: both are close to Male (30min speed boat) and have quality surfing spots within walking distance!

Once you booked the surf trip, we will keep updated on the WhatsApp group chat!

SURF WEEKS In juLY 2024

2024 SEASON

31 March - 10 April 2024 (few spots left!)
27 October - 06 November 2024

Male Atoll, Meemu, Dhaal, Thaa and Laam Atolls – Maldives

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Required surf level

This surf trip is open for beginner and intermediate surfers.

You need no prior surfing experience to participate in this surf trip.

Discover what's your surf level!

Available Weeks

SURF WEEKS FROM NOVEMBER TO MAY

You can join a
surf week anytime from November to May. Surf Weeks start and end on Sundays.

Select your preferred week in our
booking request form. Check our surf trips Calendar!

‍Location: Ahangama, Sri Lanka

Join this surf trip in Ahangama, Sri Lanka!

Prices & Packages

Surf Lessons Package

  • 7 nights accommodation in the surf house
  • 7 healthy breakfasts
  • 5 Dinners (Starter, Main dish, dessert)
  • 1 BBQ
  • Welcome Drink
  • 10-hour Surf course – 6 surf lessons
  • Theory lesson and video analysis
  • 7 days free surf equipment (boards and wetsuits)
  • Towel, linen and room cleaning
  • Free Activities (Karaoke, Games night, Sunset)
  • 24/7 staff on the spot
  • Use of all house facilities
  • The Surf Tribe t-shirt
  • 10% discount for the Sun Tribe organic sunscreen products


Price per person starting from:

Mid Season (15.10-2.12.23&21.04-1.06.24) from 609 € per person
High Season (02.12.23 - 21.04.24) from 649 € per person

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What is not included?

  • Flights to & from Sri Lanka. Ask us if you need help finding your flight connection.
  • Airport transfer from Colombo Airport to Ahangama (€65 return, maximum 2 people)
  • One of the week's dinner is not included in the package; plenty of delicious local options available
  • Lunches (various delicious options available, depending on the day's program).
  • Yoga classes can be booked and joined directly at the Surf House
  • Extra activities like visits to the Sinharaja Rain Forest, Safari in the Udawalawe National Park or visits to the town of Galle
  • A travel insurance is recommended for this surf trip. If you don't have one, we can offer you our Allianz travel insurance. Just add it when booking your surf trip.

EXTRA ACTIVITIES

FREE ACTIVITIES

Visit a beautiful and scenic spot, perfect to relax or take some amazing photos.

Coconut Tree Hill
Visit a beautiful and scenic spot, perfect to relax or take some amazing photos.

Sunset
Everyday you’ll be greeted by incredible sunsets over the ocean.

Barbecue NightFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

ADD-ON ACTIVITIES

Visit a beautiful and scenic spot, perfect to relax or take some amazing photos.

Sinharaja Rain Forest visitVisit a beautiful and scenic spot, perfect to relax or take some amazing photos.

Safari Udawalawe National ParkEveryday you’ll be greeted by incredible sunsets over the ocean.

SnorkelingFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

Visit to Galle FortFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

YogaFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

MassageFor the last dinner together, there will be a family barbecue all together at the Surf House. Enjoy delicious food (vegan, vegetarian, gluten and lactose-free options available).

How to get there?

By public transportation:

To get to the surf house you will have to follow the following steps (the whole trip takes around 3 hours):
1 - Uber/ Pickme from Bandaranaike International Airport to Kadawatha Bus Station  – around 18€
2 - Bus from Kadawatha Station to Galle Bus Station ( 2h) – around 6€
3 - Taxi from Galle Bus Station to Ahangama – around 18 €    

By private transfer:

From the Airport we can organize a transfer directly to the surf house - 65€ per way per car

If you need help or have any other questions just let us know.

Surf conditions

The centre of the south coast of Sri Lanka surf scene stretches from Hikkaduwa to Welligama with differentwaves for all surf levels.

Kabalana beach, the spot in front of the surf house, is right in the middle of this coast and offers fun beginners' waves with multiple peeling peaks.

During the quiet swell period of December to March, waist to head-high waves are common and you can often find glassy and dreamy conditions.

Rcommended wetsuit

Wetsuit not needed. Bring a surf hat to protect yourself from the sun.

Avg. Water Temperature

27-28ºC

Avg. conditions

3-5 feet (chest to head-high waves)

Weather

Warm tropical weather year-round.

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW

Have questions about our surf trip? We've got all the answers you need.
Read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

You can also get in touch directly via e-mail or WhatsApp.

Required surf level

This surf adventure is for intermediate surfers and above. To join this surf trip you must be able to take off confidently and autonomously on shoulder / head-high waves. Almost all the waves break over (sometimes shallow) coral reef.

Discover what's your surf level!

Price & Package

What is included?

  • 10 days of boat liveaboard and surf (from 6am to 5pm). On the last day surf stops at 12am.
  • Surf support Dhoni and Dinghy
  • Transfer Airport/Boat
  • Three meals / Day
  • Unlimited tea, coffee, and drinking water
  • Travel together: group trip with Surf Tribe group leader + local surf guide and crew
  • Video Analysis and you keep all the videos at the end of the trip
  • All mandatory taxes (23.2%) & Green Tax
  • Deserted Island hopping & Local Island visits
  • The Surf Tribe t-shirt
  • 10% discount code for the Suntribe worry-free natural sunscreens (100% safe for you and nature)
  • 15% discount code for OY surf bikinis and yoga wear (sustainable, fair and high quality surf wear)
  • 10% discount code for Atlas Label sustainable swimwear and essential wetsuits (eco-friendly, regenerated neoprene made to order)

Price per person, for 10 days: from €2.389

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Available Dates

2024 DATES

10 October - 20 October 2024 (boat full)
23 October - 02 November 2024 (boat full)

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Central Atolls, Maldives

2025 DATES

26 April - 6 May 2025
(recommended for intermediate and advanced intermediate surfers)

02 July - 12 July 2025
(recommended for advanced intermediate and advanced surfers)

08 October - 18 October 2025
(recommended for intermediate and advanced intermediate surfers)

22 October - 01 November 2025
(recommended for intermediate and advanced intermediate surfers)

→ Join this surf adventure!

Central Atolls, Maldives

How to get there?

In order to get to the boat you will have to fly to Male, Maldives.

To get on the boat on time and leave to the Central Atolls on time, you will need to be in Malé before 12pm on arrival day. For the return you need to book a flight after 1pm on departure day.

If you would like to arrive and depart a few days earlier/later to be able to settle in before the trip and chill down after, we recommend you to stay either in Himmafushi or Thulushdoo: both are close to Male (30min speed boat) and have quality surfing spots within walking distance!

Once you booked the surf trip, we will keep updated on the WhatsApp group chat!

If you need help or have any other questions just let us know.

What is not included?

  • A/R International flights to the Maldives (Male)
  • Surfboard rental is not included: we recommend bringing at least 2 surfboards (any size). If you cannot bring your own surfboard we recommend renting one here.
  • Alcohol and soft drinks available for purchase on board (pay in $ or € at the end of the trip)
  • A 10$ (or equivalent in Euro) in cash tip per day for the crew (total recommended tip 100$)
  • Water / Drone photography is not included in this trip, bring your own equipment if you'd like
  • A travel insurance is mandatory for this surf trip. If you don't have one, we can offer you our Allianz travel insurance. Just add it when booking your surf trip.

Surf conditions

The Maldives surf season goes from April to October. Waves are incredibly consistent and while in Summer it often gets big and sometimes a bit wet, the shoulder season (October - November and March - May) brings good weather and more playful conditions for the intermediate surfer.

Since the Central Atolls take longer to reach, fewer boats operate in the area compared to the more crowded Male Atolls – which translates to fewer surfers in the line-up.

Since most surfers heading to the Central Atolls are usually interested in more advanced waves, this often leaves other more intermediate spots (but still world-class) completely empty. This is the perfect recipe for a week of scoring incredible waves and improving your surfing skills.

Waves in central Atolls
Meemu Atoll : Muli Inside/ F1, Muli Outside, Veyvah
Dhaalu Atoll: Kasaba/Mauroof, Mulah, Hocus Pocus / Screaming Kids, Vodi
Thaa Atoll: Outside Mikados, Inside Mikados, Malik's, Finnimas,
Laamu Atoll: Ying Yang, Machines, Mundoo, Refugee's Right, Refugee's Left

Recommended wetsuit

No wetsuit is needed. We recommend bringing a rash vest for the sun, a surf hat, and reef booties.

Avg. water temperature

28°C/82°F, all year

Crowd factor

Low most of the time, can be medium at the most known spots on a classic day.

Bring with you

Bring
boardshorts/bikinis and remember to take enough reef-friendly sunscreen. Don't forget a reusable water bottle!

Payment, Terms & Conditions

Payment/Credit Arrangements:

30% of the total should be paid to confirm your booking (non-refundable deposit) within 7 days of your confirmation. The remaining 70% must be paid no later than 60 days before departure.
Otherwise, the reservation will be considered void.

Cancellation Policy:

Cancellations will be subject to the following fees:

- after booking confirmation: 30% of the total amount (non-refundable deposit)
- within 45 days before the travel start date: 50% of the total amount
- within 30 days before the travel start date: 80% of the total amount
- within 15 days before the start of the trip: 100% of the total amount

Minimum number of participants / confirmation of the surf boat trip:

The surf trip will be confirmed with a minimum number of 10 participants and 45 days prior to departure.

If the surf trip is not confirmed from our side because of a lack of participants, it will be possible to move your booking to a later date or to get a refund to your bank account or credit card (according to your payment method) of the initial deposit and total amount paid.

For any other eventuality, our Terms & Conditions apply.

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10 days surf trip in the Maldives Central Atolls. Get ready for the surf trip of a lifetime and share the experience with a group of new friends!

10-Days Surf Boat Trip

FOR INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED SURFERS
  • 10 days liveaboard with full board

    Every day surfing from 6am to 5pm

  • Airport/boat transfer

  • Video Analysis and get all the videos

  • The Surf Tribe group leader + local guide

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10 - 20 OCTOBER 2024

10 days surf trip in the Maldives Central Atolls. Get ready for the surf trip of a lifetime and share the experience with a group of new friends!

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  • 10 days liveaboard with all meals

  • Every day all day surfing

  • Ariport/boat transfer

    Video Analysis

    The Surf Tribe group leader

Stay Madivaru is a locally built 25m teakwood boat which has been completely refurbished in 2015, assuring complete comfort to its passengers.

With its spacious deck, comfortable double cabins and a team of professional locals on hand, this is the perfect boat to hunt for waves: every day you will jump on the Dhoni (a smaller boat with a surf rack) that will support us while we're surfing from sunrise to sunset with a local guide.

The large saloon is furnished with comfortable sofas perfect to hide from the sun in the warmest hours of the day. For the sun lovers, the sundeck is located above the saloon and furnished with both sundeck chairs and sun beds.

Inside the boat, you will find six comfortable cabins, four twin and two double cabins which are fully air-conditioned with individual thermostat control, en-suite shower and WC.

Spend 10 days with a view of the Indian Ocean all around you.

The Boat's maximum capacity is 12 guests + 1 or 2 The Surf Tribe group leader(s).

YOUR (FLOATING) HOME 
FOR THE WEEK

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YOUR (FLOATING) HOME 
FOR THE WEEK

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Stay Madivaru is a locally built 25m teakwood boat which has been completely refurbished in 2015, assuring complete comfort to its passengers.

With its spacious deck, comfortable double cabins and a team of professional locals on hand, this is the perfect boat to hunt for waves: every day you will jump on the Dhoni (a smaller boat with a surf rack) that will support us while we're surfing from sunrise to sunset with a local guide.

Inside the boat, you will find six comfortable cabins, four twin and two double cabins which are fully air-conditioned with individual thermostat control, en-suite shower and WC.

Spend 10 days with a view of the Indian Ocean all around you.

The Boat's maximum capacity is 11 guests + 1 surf tribe group leader.

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