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waking up to a and heading for an turquoise paradise, epic surf on world- class waves.

DISCOVER THE MALDIVES’ FAMOUS SURF SPOTS LOCATED JUST A FEW PADDLES AWAY FROM CLUB MED KANI.

BEGINNERS SURF 4 OUTING 6 OUTING BEGINNERS PRIVATE PERSONALISED DO IT YOURSELF GROUP PACKAGES PACKAGE PACKAGE LESSONS PACKAGE LESSONS Contact us Price $95* pp $282 $338 pp $77.3 per $103 per person for more pp person information. - Two 45 minute in the (4 people maximum) - One 2 hour outing with one 2 hours at - Four or six 2 hours instructor in the water -Personalised Ninja surf outings per boat private boat break - Private lessons: one instructor per Inclusions - Minimum of 4 people surfer for all lessons, recommended 2 Option to add per boat - Customised people maximum per boat for best number of : experience and security $20* per board - Boards NOT included outings - Group Lessons: Shared boat with up to 10 people - Boards included

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*price in AUD, subject to currency exchange rate changes, based on Do it yourself: USD$65, board hire: USD$15 in the maldives

@erynkrouse and @trent_mitchell_

Why surf in the Maldives? A surf destination on the rise, the Maldives provides a great range of left and right breaks which will leave any surfer super stoked. A bit more forgiving than Indonesia or Tahiti breaks, Maldivians reef break suit intermediate to advanced surfers best. Waves can range from a mellow 2 feet during the surf season (May-October) to a whopping 15 feet during the highest months (July-August). During the dry season, November to February, there might still be some waves around but this is outside the main swell period – so pack a board just in case of a nice surprise swell. Equipment: You can hire a board at Club Med or bring your own. If you surf regularly, Club Med would recommend bringing your own board as the hire range is small. If you'd like to hire, Club Med has a total of 7 boards available from a 6’8 hydrofish board to a 9’0 longboard. The surf excursion boats provided are speedboats, and you may have up to 10 people on the same boat with a minimum requirement of 4 persons for the trip to go ahead. Because of this, during surfing season, it is best to pre-book to ensure your spot and if there is less than 4 people booked on the surf excursion, Club Med will endeavor to find a way to get you Surfing season in the Maldives: out. On the boat, Club Med provides water and will also have a first The surfing season kicks off from the end of May through to the aid box on hand, if needed. However, Club Med does not provide end of October – this is when there are the most waves but rash vests, wetsuits or sunscreen, so make sure you bring those conditions can vary. with you. The biggest waves will be in July and August, and the smaller Surf lessons for beginners swell is from November to May. Beginners can also learn in how to surf in the Maldives! For a Is it possible to paddle from the resort? challenging and fun experience, Club Med also offers private and group lessons depending on your needs and comfort with surf Yes, with the new improvements on the small near Club lessons in in the lagoon and then on an easy surf break. Med Kani, the Ninja Surf break is now easily accessible from the Private lessons: if you'd like a more in-depth experience and resort. There will be some paddling required between the maximum training with an ISA-certified instructor. resort and the “surf departure” island, and it will take Group lessons: the outing will be for two beginners maximum, approximately 5 – 10 minutes to access the island, and then with one instructor. Club Med keeps this low number to ensure another 5 minutes to get to the waves. Please ensure you read comfort and safety. Includes board hire, 1h30 in-lagoon lesson, the sign-posted information carefully before entering the and 2-hour outing. water, there are bags in the water, but it is advisable that you bring booties with you as the reef can be rough. Booties are Improving the surf experience at Kani not sold nor are available for rent at Club Med Kani. To access other breaks, Club Med advises taking the boat for outings Surfers can now look forward to revamped direct access to the Ninja surf break, just a few minutes paddle from the Club Med instead of paddling. Kani resort! An access platform has been installed to help surfers and onlookers reach the “surf departure” island safely from the Because Club Med cares for your little ones resort. Patrons will be required to swim a short distance from the edge of the Club Med Kani resort to the access platform of Club Med is very conscious of the safety of little guests as the surf departure island, from here, they will walk a short waves break on the reef. Therefore, kids will have to be at distance along a path across the island to the new wooden deck least 11 years old to be surfing near Club Med Kani. Also, you and viewing platform that’s perfect to watch, relax and take should feel confident that your kids know how to swim and are photos. To access the break, there are also now sand bags in the comfortable in the water. Club Med usually brings children to water to protect your feet from the coral for easier and safer the "Baby Chicken" surfing spot where the wave is inside the access to the waves. reef meaning smaller and deeper water so less risk of getting hurt on the reef. And for kids taking beginner lessons, the surf instructor will not bring them out if the conditions are dangerous. How to book your surf package? For travel between 1June and 30 September (surfing season), you can pre-book via travel agent or book directly at the excursion counter in Club Med Kani. For travel between 1 October to 30 May, you can only book directly at the excursion counter at Club Med Kani as the surfing conditions might vary, with especially small and inconsistent conditions between November and February. To book the Do It Yourself option, book directly at the excursions counter the day before in Club Med Kani.