SURF
We are located in Thaa Atoll, in the wave rich central atolls of Maldives.
Warm turquoise water and a variety of surf breaks make Veymandoo in Thaa Atoll a special place to explore the Maldives surf scene.
Our surf season runs from March to November. Conditions vary with swell, wind and tide. Some days may suit beginners with instructor guidance, while other days are more appropriate for experienced surfers or non-surf activities.
Ask our team about the likely conditions for your travel dates. We never guarantee waves or beginner-friendly surf every day.
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BRING YOUR PERSONAL EQUIPMENT
beginners to intermediates
Thaa Atoll has breaks that can suit different levels when the conditions align. Beginner surfing is seasonal, not year-round: our surf season is March to November, and sessions are selected according to conditions and each guest’s experience.
Our Breaks
While the home spots in our island works consistently throughout the surfing season, if you’re up for exploring and a bit of adventure, there are many other breaks in the central atolls. Thaa and Laamu Atolls in the central region have been increasing in popularity as surfers look to escape the northern crowds.
Although the central atolls don’t get the same kind of size as the Male Atolls, its breaks continue the Maldivian tradition of providing consistent surf and pristine barrels. Medium-sized waves are as abundant and perfect as you could ask for.
Adonis (Right) – Our home break. Long, playful wall with occasional barrel sections. Perfect for daily surfs and progression.
Mikado Outside (Right) – The punchiest wave in the area. Fast, powerful, and a bit heavier. For confident surfers.
Mikado Inside (Right) – Super fun and user-friendly. Clean lines, mellow barrels, ideal for progressing.
Finimas (Left) – Quick and hollow. A go-to for left lovers chasing tubes on the right tide.
Fonadoo Right (Right) – Easy-going and cruisy. Long mellow walls, perfect for carves and longboards.
Why surf with us?
Three brand-new twin-engine surf dhonis – jump in, zip 5-15 min to the break, chase tides or shade, and be back in time for coconut-water refuels.
Unlimited water time – stay out 2-3 h per session (or longer if your arms are still working).
Warm, laid-back vibe – local boatmen and local surf instructors who grew up in the channels,
FIND YOUR LEVEL
LEVEL 2.1 : Beginner intermediate surfer
At this stage, you have pretty good control over your paddling, are able to go out the back and catch unbroken waves and go left or right. You also understand about the waves, surfing and ocean conditions.
– Generating speed on the wave
– Improving on the wave reading ability
– Duck-diving
– Improving the stance for more mobility
– Bottom turn & top turn fundamentals
LEVEL 2.2 : Advanced intermediate surfer
At this stage, you have very good control over your board, are able to make turns to change the direction. You are also riding a short board or a mini-mal surf board.
We will focus on:
– Surfing & Speeding down the line on different type of waves
– Correct positioning to catch different types of waves
– Learning to cutback
– Technical analysis of your top turn and bottom turn
– Small floaters to pass the sections
– Duck dive improvement
If you aren’t sure what level you are, have no fear! Our instructors will assess your level once you arrive and alocate you to the correct group.
"Surfing soothes me. It's always been a kind of Zen experience for me. The ocean is so magnificent, peaceful, and awesome. The rest of the world disappears for me when I'm on a wave."
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The lesson time is usually fixed the night before, making it easier for the planning. The timing depends on the best surf conditions for your level.
We suggest you bring your regular board. We have beginners and intermediates boards onsite.
We recommend you to bring surf clothing for tropics, your personal surf boards , surf wax, and a spare leash and fins.
Also a very important thing to bring, which is a bit rate on the island is good sunscreen or zinc as sun can be quite extreme here.
Almost all surf breaks in Maldives have reef. Most of it is not alive from the human action from the past. We suggest you bring reef shoes to feel more comfortable.
The surf season runs from March to November. Conditions vary with swell, wind and tide. The biggest and most consistent months are June, July, & August.
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