Surf Trip | The Bucket List Tour | Maldives
Join us for the ultimate surf trip to the Maldives – living aboard a stunning wooden boat, we cruise from one perfect wave to the next in search of the ultimate surf sessions!
Book nowWhen you picture the ultimate surf trip, what comes to mind? For us at DBP Adventures, it’s crystal-clear water, a tropical breeze, and empty waves all to ourselves. But we’re not just here to dream – that’s why our Bucket List Tour is now open for bookings!
This trip is designed for anyone looking to level up their surfing – no matter where you’re starting from. With waves that both challenge and inspire, there’s something here for advanced surfers and those with less experience alike. And since we travel with a smaller boat alongside us, we can easily split into groups by skill level if needed. One thing’s for sure – with the Maldives’ incredible conditions, your surfing will improve.
We’ll be staying aboard a luxurious 90-foot boat that accommodates up to 12 guests, plus crew. On board, you’ll enjoy meals prepared by our private chef, featuring local ingredients and flavors. The crew also includes a captain, surf guide (note: not an instructor, so formal surf lessons aren’t available), a photographer, and a server.
This trip is all about focusing on what we came for: surfing, great company, delicious food, and waking up every day surrounded by the ocean.
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10 nights accommodation
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Surf guide
Water, coffee, tea and snacks
Transfer from Malé to the boat (round trip)
Boat rental
Rental of Dhoni
All local taxes
Member of The Travel Guarantee Fund (Rejsegarantifonden)
Best price guarantee
Airline tickets
Alcohol, beer and wine
Tips for the crew
Domestic flight tickets (needs to be purchased separately for trips taking place on the following dates: August 24 – September 3)
Day 1 – Arrival day:
The daily schedule is just a suggested outline and may change depending on wind, weather, and swell conditions.
- The boat departs at 6:00 AM from Thinadhoo Island, which is about a 15-minute ride from the airport.
- Breakfast is served at 8:30 AM and usually includes bread, omelets, jam, peanut butter, sausages, fresh orange juice, and butter.
- Around 9:30 AM, we reach our first surf spot of the day near Vadhoo Island. This break is known as Blue Bowl, a right-hander where guests can jump straight into the water for an early session. We typically surf for about 2 – 3 hours before breaking for lunch around 12:30 PM.
- Lunch might include tuna, vegetable rice, sashimi with wasabi oil and sauce, fried cucumber, beans, and fresh fruit. Coffee and light snacks are served afterward.
- In the afternoon, we head out for another surf session, usually wrapping up around 5:30 or 6:00 PM. After that, it’s time to enjoy a magical Maldivian sunset.
- Dinner is served at 8:30 PM.
Day 2:
- We start the day at 6:00 AM by cruising toward the next surf spot.
- During breakfast at 8:30 AM, it’s not uncommon to spot dolphins playing around the boat! On the menu: Mas huni – a traditional Maldivian dish served with bread, omelets, and fresh juice.
- When we reach Gan Island, we check the conditions. If it’s low tide, we wait until the tide turns. In the meantime, you can join our surf guide for an island walk through narrow streets, getting a glimpse of daily life in a local village.
- Then it’s time for lunch! On day two, it typically includes rice with vegetable curry, fried tuna, and sashimi with wasabi sauce. Fresh juice is served, followed by a light snack and a cup of coffee.
- If the tide is still low after lunch, there’s an option to go snorkeling. The uninhabited island next to Gan has a beautiful reef full of marine life.
- Once the tide comes in, it’s time to surf again – usually until around 5:30 or 6:00 PM. After that, we relax with some snacks and coffee before dinner is served at 8:30 PM.
Day 3:
- We kick off the day at 6:00 AM by setting sail toward the next surf spot!
- Breakfast is served at 8:30 AM, and this morning’s spread might include savory pie with sauce, bread, omelets, and sausages along with tea and coffee.
- Time to hit the waves! For those who prefer, there’s also a chance to go snorkeling.
- Lunch might feature fried fish, rice, salad, and fresh juice. Afterward, we serve coffee and snacks.
- In the afternoon, we head back out for another surf session. When we return to the boat, there’s a light snack and a cup of coffee waiting for you.
- Dinner is served around 8:30 PM as usual.
Day 4:
- On day four, we set out to explore different surf spots. With the freedom to roam the Huvadhoo Atoll, we can check out a variety of breaks and decide together where we want to jump in.
- Breakfast is served at the usual time!
- Then it’s time to paddle out for a 2 – 3 hour morning surf session.
- Afterwards, we sit down for lunch.
- There’s time to relax and recharge before heading out again for an afternoon session.
- Once we wrap up around 5:30 PM, there’s a chance to shower, enjoy a cup of coffee, and get ready for dinner.
- Dinner is served!
Day 5:
- As usual, the day starts around 6:00 AM as we cruise toward the next surf spot. We check the conditions and decide where to paddle out based on the swell and wind.
- Breakfast is served.
- Then – it’s surf time!
- After the morning session, we sit down for lunch.
- In the afternoon, we head back to Tiger Stripes, where the wind has calmed down, and we drop anchor for a chilled session.
- Dinner is served in the evening.
- Time to relax – whether that means fishing, hanging out, or just enjoying the peaceful ocean views.
Day 6-9:
As usual, we head out early in search of the best waves, then come back for breakfast. After a bit of rest, we paddle out for a second session in the afternoon. Once we’re back again, lunch is served!
For those with energy left, there’s the option to go for a third surf session before we wrap things up around 6 PM.
On our final night aboard, a little surprise awaits!
Day 10 -Departure Day:
- We kick off the day at 6 AM with one last jump in the water!
- Breakfast.
- Surf.
- Lunch.
- After our final session out on the waves, we start making our way back toward the airport.
- It’s time to say goodbye (for now)!
We hope to see you again soon!
The Maldives is an island nation in the Indian Ocean, located southwest of Sri Lanka and India. It consists of around 1,200 islands, about 200 of which are inhabited. The country is famous for many things: luxury resorts, world-class diving, rich marine life, warm tropical climate, and in recent years – great waves!
Thanks to its tropical climate, the you can enjoy warm weather year-round, making it an ideal destination for ocean-based activities like surfing, snorkeling, and diving. Its culture is shaped by its geographic location and long history as a crossroads for trade between Asia and Africa. It is a Muslim country with rich traditions in art, music, and craftsmanship. The locals are known for their warmth and hospitality, and there are many ways to experience Maldivian culture through food, traditional dance, and vibrant markets.
Nature & Wildlife
The islands are surrounded by coral reefs teeming with marine life – from colorful reef fish and sea turtles to sharks, dolphins, and giant manta rays. Divers and snorkelers can explore these underwater worlds, considered among the most biodiverse in the world.
The calm, warm waters also make the Maldives a fantastic surf destination for all levels. Waves can be big and powerful, but thanks to the protective reefs, the conditions remain relatively safe – even for those with less experience. And for anyone looking to build confidence on the board, there are more mellow spots perfect for practicing. Plus, since we have an extra boat with us, we can easily split the group by skill level so everyone gets the most out of each session.
As mentioned earlier, we won’t have a dedicated surf instructor on this trip, so formal lessons won’t be available. However, we do have an experienced guide onboard who’ll help find the best breaks suited to everyone’s level!
Horizon II accommodates 12 guests in six air-conditioned cabins with private bathrooms and offers everything you need for the ultimate surf adventure – including a professional and experienced surf guide, a dedicated dhoni dedicated for transfers east to the waves, a spacious sun deck, a comfortable lounge area, and of course – cold beers in the fridge!
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17 November 2022
The trip to the Maldives was no ordinary holiday – it was an adventure! We surfed fantastic ‘breaks’ on the edge of the central atolls, in crystal clear warm water overlooking the endless Indian Ocean on one side and beautiful palm filled atolls on the other, under the constant supervision and guidance of our local guide and were often visited by dolphins and sea turtles!
The boat facilities were top notch, the food fantastic and our crew super helpful and friendly! In addition, we swam with manta rays and sharks and during the cruise we saw pilot whales. Thanks to DBP Adventures for an unforgettable, bucket list adventure!
Thanks for the adventure, Alex
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