MV Explorer - Male & Northern Atolls

Overview

The Maldives Explorer accommodates up to 14 guests (we recommend only 10-12 surfers maximum), all Maldives Explorer cabins have double/twin beds, plus one cabin can be booked as a triple with a small single bed. All cabins feature private ensuites and air-conditioning.

Decorated in light wood and contemporary style, the main deck has a large saloon with comfy sofas. The bar is fully licensed, so you can enjoy your favourite beverage as the sun dips below the horizon. The upper deck has loungers for sunbathing and just kicking back.

Non-surfing partners are welcome and can spend a relaxing holiday swimming, snorkelling or simply sunbathing and chilling on the expansive sun deck. 

Surf Dhoni

A trip on Maldives Explorer wouldn't be what it is without the backup and support of our 53ft dhoni. Due to steep reef drop-offs in the region, strong moving currents and sometimes strong winds, it is can be hard for charter boats to anchor close to the surf breaks. A dhoni comes in very handy for this, as it can cruise in shallower waters and works as a great middle point between the waves and the mothership. They are also great for non-surfers to hang out, a great place to store your surfing gear and boards and they double as a great fishing boat or scuba diving boat. 

Accommodation

The Maldives Explorer has 7 cabins and is able to sleep up to 14 people. However, World Surfaris quality control policy recommends a maximum of 12 surfers on any surf charter. All cabins come air-conditioned and with private ensuite bathrooms.

The boat itself features a large sun deck perfect for chilling and a chin wag over a few drinks and nibbles provided by the amazing chef and crew. 

The 53ft support dhoni is a welcome addition to any surf charter but it is absolutely essential in the Male Atolls with the shallow reef and fewer places for the charter to set an anchorage. It gets you closer to the break and a half-way point between you and the mothership. Maldives Explorer also comes with a 17ft zip-about dhingy, which is perfect for getting you into the action and close to the takeoff zone.

Meals

Contemporary, spacious living and restaurant-style dining areas

• Mouth-watering cuisine with international dishes
• Main deck with internationally stocked bar of cocktails, wine and beersVessel

Vessel

Type :  Wooden hull
Length :  32m - Beam: 9.1m
Engine :  500 HP Caterpillar - Water Makers: 9500lt/day
Navigation and Communication :  VHF radio, GPS chart plotter, Telephone, Mobile
Support Vessel :  Large accompanying surf dhoni (53ft) - a real asset for getting close to the surf breaks. 

Accommodation :

7 cabins each with ensuite and air conditioning.
All cabins:  Ensuite, DVD, hair dryer, air con.
Main deck:  Comfy sofas, bar, loungers.
Sun deck:  Loungers
Entertainment:  TV/DVD

Additional :

Life jackets & life rafts
Towels:  2 towels per guest
Special diets catered for upon advance request - please specify when booking
Water dispenser
Surfboard racks
53ft dhoni
17ft dhingy
Emergency first aid kit
Professional surf guide with CPR & Surf Rescue training

The Surf

The best waves in the Maldives can be had from March to October, with the biggest swells likely to occur in June/July/August.  During these months, the conditions are predominantly off-shore all day and the swell direction varies from SE - SW.  The surf generally ranges in size from 2-8 feet, however bigger days have been experienced and certain breaks have been known to handle anything north of 12ft. 

A great variety of reef breaks exist ranging in intensity from quite mellow, shreddable walls to gnarlier, hollow pits.  There is something for everyone.  World Surfaris guides are some of the most experienced you will meet. They not only monitor the conditions but are constantly checking with other boat skippers/guides where they will be to avoid paddling out and instantly crowding the lineups. Although we do not promise uncrowded waves at any point, our guides will do their best to avoid them at all costs and their experience plays a pivotal role in trying to make this happen. 

The Breaks: Male Atolls

Jailbreaks is a classic right-hander.  A long, down-the-line wave with 3 distinct sections including a mid barrel section.  Rides of up to 300m can be had when it’s lining up.

The right-hander known as Cokes (Colas) breaks 3-10ft. This wave has been well documented and is the hollowest in the North Male Atoll.

Chickens across the bay from Cokes is probably the fastest wave in the North Male Atoll.  This wave holds swell size from 3ft to well over 10ft and provides exciting rides up to 500m long.

The South Male’ Atoll also has several great set-ups that with the right swell direction can be amazing.  World Surfaris surf-guides have vast experience in this region and can make recommendations accordingly.  It is only a 2 hour trip from Nth Male’ Atoll breaks to the Sth Male’ Atoll breaks. It's definitely worth checking out on a solid SE swell and Tucky Joe's left might just dish up the barrel of your life. Riptides is also a super rippable and one of the funnest waves you will ever experience. If the swell is on, head South! 

The Breaks: Northern Atolls

Because this region is still fairly undiscovered we don't want to give away too much. Many surfers have been before but it still remains largely undocumented. Our surf guide on Maldives Explorer, Shadow is from this region of the Maldives and knows all there is to know about the Northern Atolls. If you want a proper surf trip with a bit of searching involved then a Northern Atolls trip with Maldives Explorer is a great option.