Perfect Wave

03/04/2025

There is a crew of surfers who have worked it out, they know the best boats, the right timing and the most legendary surf guides who will ensure they are on the spot to score. These are the regulars, the surfers come back every year – and they are already getting their 2026 trips locked in – and the Gurahali is the boat of choice!

The Gurahali has charters available in Maldives Southern Atolls during March – April and again during September – October. This is when the swells are pulsing and winds are light offshore or light with glassy surf conditions.

The Central Atolls is where you want a charter are from May to September, the westerly winds blow offshore all day at the East facing breaks. Escape the crowds and explore the Maldives Outer Atolls on dates that work best for you and your crew. Book now to get your choice of schedule and boats – before the regulars do!

The Gurahali is the perfect mid sized boat, ideal for 10 -12 surfers and even some non surfing partners.
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02/04/2025

What a week of XXL novelty swell it has been, particularly in Sydney, Australia and surrounds. Whilst Ben Buckler at Bondi was bombing ala reverse Waimea as per below, deep inside Sydney Harbour Mc Mansion Point was lining up like First Point Noosa Lol, and next to Sydney Airport runway in Botany Bay was doing a reverse Wedge (Newport Beach, California) impression Lol.

02/04/2025

2026 Charter Schedules have dropped!

The regulars, the surfers that know when and where to go are already getting their 2026 trips locked in.

Maldives Southern Atolls in March – April and September - October when the swells are pulsing and winds are light offshore is always popular.

The Central Atolls is where you want a charter are from May to September, the westerly winds blow offshore all day at the East facing breaks. Escape the crowds and explore the Maldives Outer Atolls on dates that work best for you and your crew. Book now to get your choice of schedule and boats – before the regulars do!

The stunning Island Safari is our favourite larger Maldives charter boat. Freshly renovated inside and out, the Island Safari is ideal for up to 12 surfers and plenty of room for non surfing partners too.
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02/04/2025

Sydney, Australia goes XXL. A supercharged SSE swell hit the East Coast of Australia early this week peaking in the 10-12ft range in Sydney and surrounds on Tuesday April 1. There were definetely bigger sets in the mix with 15ft plus waves being ridden on the Sth Coast of NSW and several Sydney reefs too. Numerous novelty breaks in Sydney Harbour, Port Hacking, Botany Bay and Jervis Bay awakened from slumber for the first time this year too. The main photo is of an Eastern Suburbs Sth swell big wave set up-Lurline Bay doing a mighty fine Waimea Bay impersonation. Photo . Bottom left is a photo of charging a massive set off Ben Buckler at Nth Bondi. Photo by Orlanda Golfin and bottom right Max slotted on a cleaner but still sizey Deadmans drainer today. Photo by Sprout Daily

31/03/2025

This image was taken this morning on the Manly stretch by Sprout Daily For me it sums up the change of seasons on the East Coast of Australia. The transition from what was a pretty dismal summer of surf (other than the historical Cyclone Alfred swell in SE Qld and northern NSW) to hopefully a more traditional Autumn surf season ahead. The first substantial SSE swell is currently hitting the East Coast. Get out and enjoy it this week as Winter Vincent clearly did this morning going straight up vert towards a crisp, chunky, though tapered lip. Ripping. Yeeow to Autumn and getting some proper prep sessions in for an autumn or winter Indo or Maldives trip. For more sproutdaily images visit https://www.sproutdaily.com/ To book your autumn or winter surf charter check our live availability surf charter page here....
https://www.perfectwavetravel.com/au/offers/surf-charters/

30/03/2025

Remember that early season trip when everything lined up?

All day glass, sometimes light offshores, the swell pulsed catching you by surprise! Or perhaps the swell just kept coming, and it felt like you had the Ments to yourself. 🌅🌊
Endless barrels, sunset beers, and stories that still get told today.

Tell us down below about that time you went early in the season and scored!
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29/03/2025

As most PW socials followers would of noticed, Matty Griggs and Taylor Knox scored some super fun, clean waves and magical Maldives weather on their early season charter last week.
Griggsy slotted early season, clip by Andy Potts You too can still take advantage of all Perfect Wave's Early Bird deals here on the 1 x single landing page, as we have extended them so you to can get slotted and save.
https://www.perfectwavetravel.com/au/surf-trips/

28/03/2025

Test the best boards in the best waves – get your Indo quiver dialled ⚡️🌊

Join pro surfer-shapers Dylan & Summa Longbottom and surf coach Dean Jamieson in North Sumatra for the Legend Series: Surfboard Swap, Surf Fitness & Surf Awareness Trip – an exclusive 10-day surf experience built for anyone ready to level up.

🗓 June 7–17, 2025

🔁 Try a variety of surfboards from the legends themselves, talk to the shaper and order your perfect boards

🏄‍♀️ Understand what really works for your surfing
💪 Fine-tune your body and mind for surf travel
🌴 Open to all – solo surfers, families, dads and daughters, mates missions

Whether you're an average joe, a charger, or just frothing to improve – this trip is your chance to explore waves, dial in your equipment, and surf smarter.

Limited spots. Maximum progression. All the stoke.

27/03/2025

Style lord, former WCT shred gang guru Taylor Knox getting coned in the Maldives last week on his annual Perfect Travel Group trip with Matty Griggs and the crew. Clip by Andy PottsPerfect Wave have put together a hindcast of recent week's waves in the Maldives together with a swell alert looking ahead at a few stellar weeks approaching here.......
https://www.perfectwavetravel.com/au/magazine/maldives/maldives-swell-alert-for-early-april/

27/03/2025

The Maldives surf season has begun with real promise. The coming weeks look mighty fine. Check out Perfect Wave's March hindcast and early April forecast/swell alert here now......

Indications suggest lighter winds from 30 June so it could open up some glassy sessions across all breaks. Late June is looking very good!

25/03/2025

Just dropped: a new surf experience in the Maldives 🌊☀️

We’re stoked to launch The Maverick — a boutique barefoot retreat in Laamu Atoll, with a perfect barrelling right-hander out front and the world-class ‘Machines’ is just 5 minutes away.

Even better? Our exclusive deal has been extended!
🔹 20% OFF room rates
🔹 Discounted surf passes
🔹 All-inclusive bevvy package for just $66/day
🔹 2-for-1 scuba dive special

📅 Book by 30 April 2025
🧳 Travel by 31 October 2025

24/03/2025

What’s your favourite time to visit the Maldives? 🌴✨

We’re all about that March/April magic — warm waters, perfect swell, and empty lineups in the Southern Atolls.

When’s your favourite time to travel to the Maldives, let us know in the comments?
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22/03/2025

Maldives season is on!
More fun, clean line ups from last week in the Maldives by Andy Potts PW have some amazing Early Bird deals on the widest range of resorts and charter boats in the business. There's something for all surfing levels and budgets all on the one page here..... https://www.perfectwavetravel.com/au/surf-trips/maldives/

21/03/2025

Taylor Knox the stylemaster on rail in the Maldives this week with and Perfect Wave. Photo Andy Potts

20/03/2025

Lines absolutely stacked to the horizon!
Where?
Kirra of course, during Cyclone Alfred exactly a fortnight ago. There's been nothing since, and the sand banks will take eons to repair no doubt, but hey that sure was one historic swell.
Beautiful image by Samos Surf Photography Surfing Life Magazine Surfing World Magazine Gold Coast Surfing Hyundai Surfing Australia High Performance Centre Surfer

19/03/2025

It’s Not Too Late to Lock in Early Bird Deals!

Your dream Maldivian escape awaits at Ayada Maldives—where luxury meets adventure. Think private infinity pools, award-winning AySpa treatments, and uncrowded world-class waves like Tiger Stripes & Beacons.

✨Up to 40% OFF when you book by 15 April 2025
✨2 kids stay & eat FREE (T&Cs apply)
✨Travel dates: 6 May - 25 Dec 2025

Still great discounts up to 35% for stays between 20 April to 5 May 2025
If you can get away, last minute discounts up to 30% for stays until 19 April 2025

Don’t miss out—paradise is calling! Book now before it’s too late!
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19/03/2025

Maldives season is on! Matty Griggs and Taylor Knox put together a unique, annual, sometimes even bi annual group coaching/training/healthy lifestyle performance enhancing trip to the Maldives with Perfect Wave. This week they have been scoring some fun, sunny, clean conditions, and it's plain to see Knoxy and Griggsy are still in fine form. Photos Andy Potts Photography

18/03/2025

Island Safari on the water this week in the Maldives. Photos by Andy Potts Photography Visit Maldives Island Safari offers a unique experience chasing remote waves across the Maldives, with one of the most experienced guides in the country. The boat has 9 air-conditioned and spacious cabins that all feature large en-suite bathrooms and the modern, classy interior décor. PW have an early bird 25% off deal if you click here now...
https://www.perfectwavetravel.com/au/surf-trips/maldives/island-safari/