Central Atolls Maldives – Theia Charter
Includes: return flights (ex Auckland) to Male, return domestic flights ex Male to the Central Atolls, airport/harbour transfers, air-con onboard accommodation and all meals, surf guide and use of on-board equipment.
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The ultimate in Maldivian surf charters! If you’re serious about surfing in the Maldives then the central atolls are hard to beat. The Theia charter is for those after luxury but comes with an affordable price. Fly down to Laamu Atoll on Maldivian Air Dash-8 aircraft then for the next 10 nights you’ll be in surf heaven, surfing the Central Atolls of Laamu, Meemu, Thaa & Dhaal atolls. Apart from catching and eating your own fish, snorkelling the pristine reefs you’ll of course getting uncrowded mind blowing barrels! With some of the most untouched and uncrowded parts of the Indian Ocean, this area is stunning!
From your arrival into Male you then fly down to Laamu Atoll on Maldivian Air Dash-8 aircraft (maximum board bag 8’6”); have 10 nights in surf heaven cruising and surfing the Central Atolls of Laamu, Meemu, Thaa & Dhaal; then fly back up to Male’ in time for your international departure. For those travelling with boards longer than 8’6” arrangements can be made to start and end the charter in Male.
Theres too many breaks to name and describe you’ll be able to surf- but just imagine the potential that 4 atolls have in the uncrowded Indian Ocean!
While April to October are regarded as the premium months, May to August is the peak of the Indian Ocean swell season and whatever the conditions there is virtually always a break that will be on.
The charter has the best surf guide Hussain “Iboo” Areef: Five times National Champion; WQS wildcard entrant; 18 years’ experience surf guiding; Iboo is Maldives surfing royalty! (and generally great bloke!)
“Beachey” Hassan: Theia director, charter host and one of the first generation of Maldivian surfers from the 80s. Beachey ensures everything goes according to plan.
Captain – Hussain Rasheed has been Theia’s captain for the past 6 years and is extremely knowledgeable of the maze of atolls; islands; reefs and of the weather conditions so important for safe cruising.
Bring non-surfing partners for a luxury tour through the tropical islands of the four Central Atolls; all cabins have double beds and the Suites are especially suited for couples.
Theia is a 32-metre, timber hulled motor yacht; a luxury live-aboard that lets you explore the waves in style. Guest accommodations on Theia includes a deluxe double cabin, five superior rooms and two Seaview Suites. All rooms are air-conditioned with en-suite facilities. Most rooms are double occupancy, but two can be converted to triples on request, giving a maximum of 18 guests per trip. The luxurious Seaview Suites feature fine linen, polished timber panelling and big picture windows so you can wake to magnificent views of sapphire blue waters and palm clad tropical islands.
Designed to spoil its guests, Theia has all the beauty, style and finish of the finest traditional timber motor yachts, but is thoroughly fitted out with every modern feature for fun, safety and comfortable cruising.
Theia‘s sun deck adjoins the ‘Sky Bar’, so you can soak up the sun and your favourite drink while watching the passing parade of picture-perfect tropical islands. Most meals are eaten al fresco, in the shaded, on-deck dining terrace. Our on-board chef, sous-chef and waiter are dedicated to bringing you the finest, and most filling, selection of Asian and European dishes. There’s also a spacious air- conditioned lounge with a bar, panoramic views, flat screen TV, video, DVD, PlayStation 3 an Wii.
Theia is powered by a 480 hp Doosan Daewoo marine engine and is accompanied by a 17 metre support dhoni and tender to access the surf breaks.
This is a true waterman’s paradise! In the Outer Atolls you can snorkel on unspoilt reefs, catch a variety of big reef fish and even game fish like striped marlin and tuna for dinner! It’s common to be surfing with massive pods of dolphins, turtles, manta rays and if you’re lucky whale sharks!
This trip will take you on a real adventure and see parts of the country that most tourists never experience….and you can surf some of the best waves of your life!
Surfer Rate | Non-surfer Rate |
10 nights from $5306 per person | 10 nights from $5306 per person |
Please see the Specials page to check for deals.
Longer/shorter stays and children’s rates available – please enquire (green "Book/Enquire now" button above).
DISCLAIMER
Departures are ex-Auckland. All prices are a guide only and are per person, based on twin share and are subject to change, availability and currency fluctuations. Surcharges may apply. Contact us (or click on the green "Book/Enquire now" button above) for the latest specials and a quote for the dates you wish to travel.