Maldives Surf Escape
Find your flow. Surf crystal waves. Live the island dream.

We’re heading back to the Maldives for an unforgettable surf retreat designed for women ready to take their surfing to the next level, connect with like-minded souls, and immerse themselves in the magic of island life.

Picture this: turquoise waters, white sandbanks, playful reef breaks right at your doorstep, and boat trips each day chasing the best waves. Add in professional coaching, video analysis, mobility sessions, and surf photography - all designed to sharpen your skills, boost your confidence, and capture every moment along the way.

You’ll be guided by our experienced surf coach and supported by a crew who know the reefs, tides, and secret spots inside out. Whether it’s your first reef experience or you’re looking to refine your technique, this retreat is all about progression in a supportive, fun, and inspiring environment.

Our home base? A locally run surf house on a Maldivian island, where community and culture meet comfort and ocean views. Beyond the waves, we’ll snorkel with turtles, rays, and reef sharks and soak up the island lifestyle.

All the planning? Already taken care of. From airport speedboat transfers to daily boat trips and freshly prepared meals. Your only job? Surf, connect, rest, repeat.

SURFING EXPERIENCE

We’ll be surfing across the North Malé Atoll, one of the Maldives’ most renowned surf regions. Our surf spots stretch from Jails to Chickens, with access to 6 iconic breaks.

What makes this area so special is the variety of waves on offer. You’ll find a great mix of lefts and rights, from playful, more forgiving waves to faster and more powerful sections. The reefs work particularly well with west winds, often creating clean offshore conditions and high quality waves.

We’ll be traveling during the shoulder season, when waves are generally around 3 ft, offering fun and rippable conditions with plenty of variety.

WHO IS THIS RETREAT FOR?

This is not a beginner or learn to surf retreat. It’s designed for independent surfers who are already comfortable in the ocean and want to improve their surfing while experiencing some of the Maldives’ best waves.

You should be comfortable:

• Catching your own waves

• Riding along the face with control and flow

• Managing yourself and your board confidently in the impact zone (Duck diving or turtle rolling without letting go of your board)

ARRIVAL

An arrival transfer by speedboat from Velana International Airport (Malé, MLE) to the island is included on day 1 of the retreat.

The retreat commences in the afternoon on day 1, so we recommend booking a flight that arrives no later than lunchtime.

Alternatively, you can arrive in the Maldives the day before and spend the night in Malé to rest after your journey, or arrange a pre night on the local island.

DEPARTURE

The retreat concludes after breakfast on the final day.

Your departure speedboat to Velana International Airport is included and can be organised with our local operator during the trip.

We recommend booking your departure flight for 10:30 am or later, as the earliest shared speedboat departs at 8:00 am. Private airport transfers are available but can be expensive.

EXTEND YOUR STAY

You’re welcome to extend your stay in the Maldives independently before or after the retreat if you’d like more time to surf, explore the islands or simply enjoy island life. The airport transfer can be changed to a different day accordingly.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:
Be sure to check entry requirements based on the passport that you will be travelling with.

TRIP CONFIRMATION:
This trip is PENDING.

BOOKING FLIGHTS:
We recommend to book your flights once the trip is confirmed.

BOOKING T&Cs:
We recommend you familiarise yourself with our Booking Terms and Conditions for more information about our booking, deposit and cancellation policies.

TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Travel insurance is required, and this will need to organised independently. There are a number of travel insurance comparison websites available. We do not recommend organising this until your trip is CONFIRMED.