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Water sports and surfing in the Maldives
Surfing, Diving & Water Sports

Ride the Atolls

World-class waves, coral reefs, and open water — all from our front desk.

The Maldives on the Water

The Maldives is one of the world's great water sports destinations — consistent surf, pristine coral reefs, and warm clear water year-round. Our team arranges everything from beginner surf lessons to advanced PADI dive courses.

Surfing

Maldivian Surf

The Maldives has been a world-class surf destination since the 1970s. Kaafu Atoll hosts some of the most consistent and varied breaks in the Indian Ocean, suitable for beginners through to experienced surfers.

Best Season

March – October

Water Temp

28–30°C year-round

Wave Type

Reef breaks

Skill Levels

Beginner to advanced

Chickens

Intermediate

Left-hand reef break

One of the most consistent and user-friendly breaks in North Malé Atoll. Long, peeling lefts with multiple sections.

Cokes

Advanced

Right-hand reef break

A powerful, hollow right-hander that produces some of the best barrels in the Maldives on a solid swell.

Honky's

Beginner–Intermediate

Left-hand reef break

A forgiving, fun wave perfect for progression. Ideal for surfers building confidence on reef breaks.

Sultans

Intermediate–Advanced

Right-hand reef break

A long, powerful right that can hold size. One of the most celebrated waves in the Maldives.

Jailbreaks

Advanced

Left-hand reef break

A long, fast left that breaks in front of the old prison island. Handles big swells with authority.

Lohis

Intermediate

Right-hand reef break

A fun, accessible right-hander with multiple sections. Great for intermediate surfers looking to progress.

Water Sports

On the Water

From adrenaline-fuelled jet ski rides to peaceful kayak paddles through the lagoon — our water sports menu covers every mood and skill level.

Jet Ski

Blast across the lagoon on a guided jet ski tour. No licence required.

30 or 60 min

Kayaking

Explore the lagoon and mangrove channels at your own pace in a single or double kayak.

Hourly hire

Stand-Up Paddleboard

A full-body workout on calm lagoon waters. Lessons available for beginners.

Hourly hire

Parasailing

Soar above the atoll for panoramic views of the islands and lagoon below.

15 min flight

Banana Boat

A classic group activity — hold on tight as you're towed across the lagoon.

20 min

Windsurfing

Harness the trade winds on a windsurfer. Instruction available for all levels.

Hourly hire

Wakeboarding

Tow-behind wakeboarding on the flat lagoon. Beginner-friendly with instruction.

30 min

Snorkel Hire

Full snorkel set hire for independent reef exploration at your own pace.

Full day hire
Scuba Diving

Beneath the Surface

The reefs of Kaafu Atoll are among the most biodiverse in the Indian Ocean. Our PADI-certified dive centre offers guided dives, courses, and equipment hire for all experience levels.

Dive Sites

HP Reef

5–30mAll levels

A spectacular pinnacle reef covered in soft corals, sea fans, and schooling fish. Frequent sightings of reef sharks and turtles.

Kuda Giri Wreck

15–30mIntermediate

A deliberately sunk cargo vessel now encrusted with corals and home to lionfish, moray eels, and batfish.

Banana Reef

5–30mAll levels

One of the Maldives' most famous dive sites — a curved reef wall teeming with Napoleon wrasse, grouper, and reef sharks.

Manta Point

10–25mAll levels

A cleaning station where manta rays congregate year-round. One of the most reliable manta encounters in the Maldives.

Guraidhoo Corner

10–30mIntermediate–Advanced

A drift dive along a dramatic channel wall with strong currents carrying schools of fusiliers, trevally, and grey reef sharks.

Cocoa Corner

5–25mAll levels

A gentle drift dive past overhangs and caves sheltering nurse sharks, stingrays, and colourful reef fish.

PADI Courses

Discover Scuba

Half day

Your first breath underwater. A supervised introductory dive for complete beginners — no certification required.

Open Water

3–4 days

The world's most popular scuba certification. Complete your theory, pool sessions, and four open water dives.

Advanced Open Water

2 days

Expand your skills with five adventure dives including deep diving and underwater navigation.

Rescue Diver

2–3 days

Learn to prevent and manage dive emergencies. A challenging and rewarding course for confident divers.

Reservations

Book Water Activities

All water sports and diving are arranged through our hotel front desk. Contact us to check availability, arrange equipment, and book your sessions.