Question 1

Do you need to stay in a luxury resort to surf in the Maldives?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily. Pasta Point is accessible by speedboat from Male (30 min, ~50 USD) without staying at Chaaya Dhonveli resort. Male Island and North Male atoll have affordable guesthouses. Surf liveaboard trips (cruise boats) are popular for exploring multiple atolls.

Question 2

What is the best season to surf in the Maldives?

Accepted Answer

March–October: SW monsoon, best swells (west side/North and South Male atolls). Optimal conditions April–June and September–October. November–February: NW monsoon, less swell (east side of atolls). Water 29–31°C year-round.

Question 3

How do you get to the Maldives from Paris?

Accepted Answer

Paris–Male Velana International flight (11–14h, Emirates via Dubai, Qatar via Doha, Sri Lankan Airlines). Free 30-day visa on arrival for all nationalities. Speedboat from airport to atolls (20–45 min depending on destination).

Pasta Point — Maldives