Surfing

Today surfing is the fastest growing water sport in the country, with several surf breaks that are documented and well-known by surf enthusuasts. The most important surf event is the annual ONeill Deep Blue Contest which has placed Maldives firmly n the world's surf map.

Surfing Season

The best season to surf in the Maldives is the Southwest Monsoon from April to October. Surfers are most likely to enjoy the biggest swells from June to September. Th surf generally ranges in size from 3-8 feet.

Surf Breaks

The best known surf breaks are in the North and South Malé Atoll and most surfers stay in resorts close to these breaks. However cruise operators offer specialized surfing cruises, that give you the opportunity to test some of the less known surf breaks in the atolls further away from Malé Atoll.

Water Sport

All resorts without exception have water sports centers that provie a range of water sports and fun activities. The most popular among these are snorkeling, windsurfind and catamaran sailing. The water sports centers are equipped with boards and sails of different sizes and some offers courses for beginners and advanced windsurfers and sailors.

Among other popular water sports activities are parasailing, kayaking, kite-surfing, water-skiing and jet skiing. Some resorts even offer you the opportunity to try out yout sailing skills on a local dhoni.