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From 956pp for 7 Nights
or free call 1300 009283
IDEAL FOR
| Experience level: | All |
| Time of year: | April, May, Jun, July, Aug, Sep, Oct |
| Group type: | Family Surf Holiday, Longboarders, Couples or Honeymoon, Intermediate Waves, Knee Boarders, Stand-Up Paddleboarders |
| Budget: | <4000 |
| Board type: | All types |
FEATURES
- Resident Perfect Wave surf guides
- Watch the surf from your villa
- Perfect for familes
- 4 Restaurant options
- Daily surf transfers
- Spa & gym facilites
SUMMARY
OTHER SAY...
"Customer service from Charlie was excellent nothing seemed too much trouble he had been to the resort too which definitely helped to make our decision and steer us in the right direction. He rang before we left to check everything was OK and when we got home to see how every"
- DeanRead More
"The Perfect Wave found me the perfect accommodation at the resort; just out the front of the break at Kamdooma Rights and scored 2 days of 3/4 ft perfect barrels at Tucky Joe's, the best days I will not forget, with only our boat out. That is perfection!!! Big thank you to "
- GarethRead More
"Kandooma Holiday Inn was perfect for our holiday. My husband could surf right in front of our villa and I could sit on the balcony and take photographs. The staff are incredible - very discreet and friendly. Our surf guide, Evan, knew exactly where to take us when we wanted "
- LorraineRead More
"Hi Rhonda Sorry it took long getting back to you, but here it is. Had a great time in Kandooma with my wife, the place is just paradise, met some great people. But it all ways is, had great waves and good times, The Toastie was a really great bloke/surfguide and we had a"
- GeoffroRead More
"I was the very fortunate winner of the Pub2Pub Raffle and my surfing husband was very keen to join me in the prize ..... 7 nights at Kandooma Resort, plus airfares, breakfast, transfers and 2 surf lessons. An incredibly generous prize from The Perfect Wave. We had such an am"
- AmandaRead More
"What an AWESOME part of the world!!! I want to go back again. Beautiful resort, incredibly happy and helpful staff and great weather. Fun waves made even better by the minimal crowds. I really want to thank Rob and Toasty for being absolutely legendary with their level of "
- Steve'oRead More
"If it was a holiday where you had the missus or family it’s all time. The island is beautiful, its very safe, staff really nice and friendly, diving is great, different things on each night and really relaxing with an uncrowded right hander a very short paddle away. We"
- DerekRead More
"Josh - hi, back from the Maldives and back at work (bugger) great trip all went great. We got waves every day bar one and the family had a great time together. Your 2 boys at Kandooma (especially Evan) - were standouts as far as being the face of The Perfect Wave on the gr"
- StuartRead More
"G'day Charlie, Just a quick one to say thanks again for organising our trip to the Maldives. Jimmy and myself had an awesome time and got waves most days so we were pretty stoked. Rob and Toasty were awesome and did really well to cater for the volume of surfers on the "
- RohRead More
"We had such a great time in Kandooma holiday in resort in Maldives. Maldives was just like a heaven and the resort was beautiful, well priced (very reasonable) and quiet. Our all inclusive deal was great value and food, drink and everything was perfect. It was just perfect f"
- Nadia and RhysRead More
"Surfed twice a day every day, ate too much and even put on weight! Daily boats were great idea. Have been telling everyone its crap so they don't go and it stays uncrowded. Think you should send me back next year to defend my arm wrestling crown."
- SimonRead More
"Rated as our best family holiday ever. Plenty to do for surfers and non-surfers alike and everyone came home totally relaxed. The Perfect Wave crew on the ground - Evan and Trent - were great and made our family surfing trips hassle free and a whole lot of fun. Highlight of "
- LyleRead More
"This was the best surf trip we ever had - it all came together - really worth the financial sacrifice - amazing accommodation and really laid back easy approach - the food isn't cheap but it's the best we've come across so far and there is loads of choice - the resort really"
- J.M.Read More
"Hi Marie, Now that I’m back at work and the realization that I am a mango farmer and not a full time resort lounging, tropical water surfing, reef snorkeling professional, I thought to say g’day after the trip. THANKYOU!!! For recommending and arranging a fantastic"
- MarkRead More
"Hi Rhonda My sincere apologies for taking so long to get back to you. Maldives was amazing as usual, perfect weather everyday although i forgot how warm it was so brought way too many clothes. Sean surfed Kandooma right everyday, i was waiting for the flat day so he could "
- DianRead More
"Hi Charlie - just got back from Kandooma last night. It was absolutely amazing, even better than my high expectations. Thanks for all your help getting organised especially for sorting out my Singapore flights that got a bit complicated. We'll definitely be going back. "
- ChrisRead More
"Hi Rhonda, I can't believe we've been back a month! The holiday was fantastic! It's never long enough...we had the absolute best time! Lots of surfing, 2 of my kids went scuba diving for the first time which of course they LOVED...we all swam with manta rays & met some fa"
- MonicaRead More
"I travelled independently to the Kandooma resort from Ireland, but was very pleased to avail of the boat trips to the various surrounding breaks provided by The Perfect Wave. Many thanks to your surf guide Evan."
- David MullanRead More
"We just returned from an 8 night stay at Kandooma and wish that we were still there. Karli relaxed on the beach or in the hammock out the back of our beautiful ocean view villa whilst I would head out on the boat to chase the waves. The resident surf guides Evan and Trent ar"
- Dominik and KarliRead More
"Hi Claire I wanted to drop you a note to thank you and Perfect Wave for our recent trip to Kandooma. We had a fabulous time and really appreciated dealing with you on all aspects of the booking and the little things like organising the extra luggage for Alwyn's surfboard"
- Jenny and AlwynRead More
"My wife and I just spent 10 nights at Kandooma resort, Maldives. This is a beautiful resort on a picturesque island and is a great place to relax. The wave on the island, Kandooma right, broke every day and although it didn't get sizeable was a lot of fun and right at our fr"
- KevinRead More
"We went on our 'bucket list' holiday to the Maldives for our 25th Wedding Anniversary present to ourselves. We both agreed that it was the best holiday either of us have EVER had. Grant got some great waves while I had a very relaxing time drinking cocktails under the shade "
- Grant & SallyRead More
"Hi Rhonda Thought I should drop you a line to say thanks! We have had some nice waves so far, all overhead and super fun. A big thanks to the guides, especially Trent who's taken the time to hang out with us in and out of the water, and even given my brother some surf point"
- MatRead More
"Hello Claire, We had the most wonderful time. Everything went very smooth from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. We will certainly be using ‘The Perfect Wave’ in the future. It’s a truly amazing place and we would certainly look at return"
- AlanRead More
"Marie, We all had a great time on Kandooma Island. The villas were awesome & couldn’t have been any closer to Kandooma Rights. We couldn’t believe it when we woke up on the first morning to see it breaking right in front of our rooms. The surf was great for"
- GlenRead More
"Hi Charlie, We just returned from our spectacular holiday at Kandooma. Absolutely loved it. Everyone surfed their hearts out and I loved the snorkelling. Accomodation was excellent - we ended up upgrading to rooms that overlooked the surf break - which was worth the extr"
- Lisa DaviesRead More
"John and I had a fantastic time in the Maldives and I put it up there as one of the best holidays we have had. John is ready to book going back there next year! You really couldn’t fault anything with Kandooma. We arrived in the middle of the night so the room was our f"
- LisaRead More
"I rang Charlie Pierce on Thursday with a request to organise a trip for the next week! He suggested Kandooma and we left on Saturday two days later. The resort was wonderful - a great spot for one surfer + one non- surfer. Rob the surf guide was wonderfully encouraging to a"
- Patrick LockieRead More
"Hi Marie Home and touching base with you. Thank you so very much for all your hard work in putting together our trip for us and for answering all our queries and questions. Home now to the cold and rain, wishing we were still there! We had a fantastic time at Kan"
- LindaRead More
"Hi Marie, Neadless to say we thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the trip. From the food to the villas and staff, it was all great. We really didn't have one bad thing to say about the place and each day was a gift so thank you! Jarrad was bodyboarding so he didn't go out"
- AmyRead More
"Hi Marie Just wanted to let you know we are safely home in Brissy (freezing) and had a great time at Kandooma. Sunny caught more waves in the Maldives than the last two years here, he surfed so much he has come home battered and bruised but surf fulfilled. We could not f"
- Lindy and SunnyRead More
"Hi Rhonda Thanks for your email. Wow what an amazing wedding day and honeymoon. Loved the Maldives and Kandooma! People keep asking me what the highlight was and I keep saying everything was a highlight! We had the best time thanks. The resort was beautiful and we enj"
- SaraRead More
"Just a quick note to say that we were recent guests at Kandooma Resort in the Maldives from Sat 5th May to Saturday 12th (4 adults). We had booked our stay through a local travel agent and planned to do some diving and surfing while at the resort. After arrival we ha"
- PaulRead More
"We spent 2 weeks at Kandooma Resort, Maldives and it was one of the best trips we have been on!!! Gina and Jaime are great at what they do. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the both of them. We highly recommend The Perfect Wave. We will be using them to organise our t"
- Jordy & ChrisRead More
"Thanks Marie for organising our dream holiday! You made everything happen for us and our holiday was absolutely perfect! We had perfect weather & for the most part, great surf! We would not hesitate to book again through The Perfect Wave and would even be very happy to go b"
- JessicaRead More
"Kandooma Resort was a great place to go with my partner the waves were super fun and the accommodation & facilities at the resort we top notch."
- RyanRead More
"G'day Josh. Thanks for organizing Shana and my trip to Kandooma. We will definetly be heading back as soon as we can. I missed out on the waves but that can happen anywhere just means I will have to go back earlier in the year. When the the surf is more consistent. I did man"
- PeterRead More
"Hi Jamie Thanks for following up on our trip. We had a great time and scored with the weather (surf was small but fun). We have been back a couple of weeks and I already sent the following through. Hopefully I can some $$$ and get somewhere next year as well. Highlight"
- KevinRead More
"Thanks Marie for helping me organize an amazing family holiday. The Maldivian people were wonderful, the food was spectacular and the resort was beautiful. My family and I throughly enjoyed every minute. "
- DeannaRead More
"I just want to say thanks to the Pefect Wave for a great trip to Kandooma. My girlfriend was stoked with the resort and I got wet everyday. The surf guide, Richie, is an awesome bloke. He has a lot of knowlege of the local waves and was ever so patient with me and the other "
- KyleRead More
"Kandooma is definitely the way to go if you like your surf travel with creature comforts. Resort standard accomodation with quality waves literally on your door step. The service was exceptional and having a knowledgable surf guide and transfers to get you on to the best su"
- AlexRead More
"I just wanted to say thank you again for organizing Dav and My trip to the Maldives. Kandooma was absolutely gorgeous, the surf there was great and we enjoyed our time on the boat too. We want to get there again some time soon. Marty, our surf guide was fantastic as was the "
- RachaelRead More
"Kandooma is definitely the way to go if you like your surf travel with creature comforts. Resort standard accomodation with quality waves literally on your door step. The service was exceptional and having a knowledgable surf guide and transfers to get you on to the best s"
- AlexRead More
"Had a great time again. Kids had a ball in the pool and at kids club. Surfed 13 out of 15 days. Cannot complain about that "
- BrentRead More
"I went for the waves. but the resort was fanfastic - exceeded our expectations and this kept the wife happy. no mozzies, or flies, great food, comfie quarters, very relaxing. As for the waves - its years since I had such good waves - just brilliant. I really loved Rip "
- MikeRead More
"The Kandooma resort is perfect for a serious surfing or dive base in the Maldives (if your partner does too!) with plenty of luxury Otherwise go with your mates. If with a group I would be looking for earlier and longer surf trips rather than 2 x 3 hour ones. The local bre"
- JohnRead More
"The trip was amazing! I did not want to come home! Everything went very smoothly thank you. The people were lovely and the resort facilities were great. I loved the bungalow! Dave had a great time surfing. He certainly didn't want to come home to sit in an office! "
- JosephineRead More
"Hi Gina, Well we are back in NZ and back at work………. Had a great time! All the arrangements went like clockwork. The Kandooma resort was great and exceeded all of our expectations. On the first morning I introduced myself to Richie at breakfast and by 9 am we were"
- MikeRead More
"We've been back a couple of weeks now and we really did have a great time. Kandooma was great for what we needed - the rooms were perfect, location on the island beautiful and weather we couldn't have asked for better. It didn't rain at all and the winds were OK for most of"
- DavidRead More
"Hi Marie, Thanks for everything, no problems at all, enjoyed everything. The change to the Marina Sands was great really enjoyed it there. Kandooma was fantastic, good surf, great food and drink the Maldivian staff where great, Mark the surf guide was also very good. "
- Angus & MelRead More
"Dear Rhonda, We did have a great time. Anthony enjoyed surfing on the break at the resort but it was too windy to go out on the boat most days so he only did 2 trips. He also managed to collect himself with his new surfboard and required stitches so we have tested the medi"
- PortiaRead More
"Jill and I had a wonderful time at Kandooma Island. Service was great in and out of the water. Plenty of things to do when there is no surf, but I surfed everyday of our stay! Surf was way fun (from 2 to a solid 5 foot) and the lack of agro in the line-up was fantastic!"
- SteveRead More
"Hey Jamie, We all made it back from the Maldives in one piece (...albeit sunburnt, covered in surf-rashes, and a few reef cuts!!) Kandooma was a fantastic rest at the end of our Maldives adventure – after a week of six hours a day in the water, we needed it!! Many"
- PeterRead More
"Extremely pleased with our 2nd trip to Kandooma! Already planning for next year.We scored a cracking swell this time and got some of the best barrels of my life. Once again Linda and Cameron had a ball, even creating our very own new reef. Resort and staff are first class. W"
- Jason,Linda and CameronRead More
"Warm days, warm nights, warm water, great accommodation and food and an amazing scene in the tropics. Hard to imagine anything better and for someone not focused on surfing every moment of the day, this was a great holiday. Thanks Marie for all your help along the way."
- KenRead More
"Kandooma was a great place to relax and get away from it all. Big enough to feel you were walking off breakfast, lunch or dinner yet you are never more than a nice stroll from anywhere. We scored some great waves especially with Kandooma Right. Up to 10' for a couple of day"
- BillRead More
"Regards Nick Dear Gina, we have just got back from 1 week in Kandooma and we had a fantastic time. The resort was excellent and the food sensational. We were lucky to have the pick of the surf right outside our villa’s at Kandooma Right, though we did make use of the bo"
- NickRead More
"We enjoyed a fantastic relaxing holiday in the Maldives. TPW took care of everything including the extension of our holiday once we were there. Kandooma catered for me and my non surfing girlfriend perfectly. The food and service were amazing and the whole resort it kept spo"
- WarrenRead More
"Hi! We have been to Kandooma with two children (2 and 6 y/o). The Duplex villa was really nice and well located in front of the break! The food was excellent and people from the kid's club very friendly as all the staff. We travelled at the very beginning of th"
- AlessandroRead More
"G'day Jamie, Mate thanks for every thing you and Marie done for us in planning our honeymoon/surf trip. The duplex they put us in was true to your word absolutely amazing, right on the take off zone for the right. The staff at the resort are very welcoming and can't do en"
- Joel and JanelleRead More
"The trip was great, We got waves almost every day and were in the water for around 8 hours. the resort was beautiful as well as the food and drinks, And staff are excellent Thanks a lot for helping with the organisation of everything, Its greatly appreciated. I will be"
- DavidRead More
"Hi Marie, We came back yesterday from Kandooma and I wanted to thank you for the time you spend organising with us our honeymoon. We had an amazing trip. The resort is really beautiful, the rooms are great. We also have the chance to have waves everyday and Kandooma ri"
- RomainRead More
"It was a great trip the weather was great the surf got better by the day and was fantastic at the end.The resort was exellent and so are the staff. Made some friends for life. Thanks Jamie and Charlie and thanks very much Gina. Cheers Steve"
- SteveRead More
"Hi there! Yes can' t believe we've been back a week! Mate it was fantastic!, surf not great but picked up at end of week and where our villa was it was just a stumble across the sand. All good, food was great we thought - had not expected it to be so good, but I was sup"
- JoRead More
"Hello Rhonda In short, we had a fabulous time and will no doubt be going back. The weather was fantastic and the sun shone the whole time we where there, very happy campers as they say. As it was January, there was little to no surf, but I did not take a board so wasn't e"
- RowanRead More
"After spending 3 months living at Kandooma Resort, setting up the Surf program there with my family, i believe that i experienced everything that Kandooma has to offer and then some. the First thing i can say about the resort is wow, the accommodation and facilities are more"
- Jamie GrayRead More
"Dear Gina, Kandooma Resort Maldives is an excellent holiday destination which I believe caters for families and individuals. A top quality resort that my wife Alina and myself and Jorja our 3 year old girl all enjoyed. (our 2nd time). The food was excellent, weather the s"
- Michael & AlinaRead More
"Hi Gina, Just thought I would let you know we had a GREAT holiday!!! We had a really good time with Jamie and his family - I fell in love with his daughter Kali. The place was beautiful and the water was as clear as you said. Chris got some really good surf as well. "
- Chris and JordyRead More
"Hi Gina, Just letting you know our trip was sensational - I kind of went hoping it would be good, but it was a hundred times better than anything I'd hoped for. We copped a great swell, the resort was fantastic, our villa was right on the takeoff zone (at least until we"
- BruceRead More
"Hi Rhonda, Just a short note to say thanks for a great trip to the Hudhuranfushi Resort, got the biggest swell in years (triple overhead). Everything went to plan with Perfect Wave, highly recommend doing business with Perfect Wave again. Resort was spotless with "
- SteveRead More
"Hey Rhonda Sorry I've been meaning to email you for ages to thank you for your help with organising our honeymoon. We had an amazing time and loved Kandooma. The water villas were incredible! Would definately recommend it and would like to go back ourselves one day - in s"
- JessicaRead More
"Our trip to Kandooma was amazing!!! We had such a great time! The resort was beautiful and all the staff extremely friendly. We tried to get out and do something different everyday - whether it be snorkelling, cruising, surfing or playing volleyball. We also dined on some re"
- LaurenRead More
"Hi Gina, Just a quick email to say that we're back from our trip to the Maldives and to thank you for your help with our Kandooma Booking. Glenn and I had a WONDERFUL time at Kandooma - thought the resort and island were great, accommodation fantastic, food superb, staff"
- Kim and GlennRead More
Overview
Kandooma Island is blessed with white sands, azure skies, lush tropical greenery and clear turquoise waters. To complement this, Kandooma Resort has created services intended to satisfy, engage, entertain, inform, educate and..... luxuriate.
Kandooma Island is 13 hectares in area or roughly about a 20 minute walk around the perimeter. It is located two thirds down the south eastern edge of the South Male Atoll, only 45 minute speedboat ride from the capital Male. Kandooma has beautiful white sandy beaches around a third of the island for those with kids who love to play in beachsand; or those prefer working on their tans on the beach rather than on the sunloungers around the pool.
With a surf break, Kandooma Right at your front door you will be able to surf awesome waves at your leisure. But with another 6 quality breaks between 5 and 45 minutes of the resort our resident surf guide will take you up to twice daily via Dhoni to these top spots.
The Perfect Wave runs the surf program at Kandooma Resort and we have an experienced resident surf guide on the island from 15th April - 31st October to look after all surfer guests on the Island. The breaks around Kandooma Resort have something for everyone from beginners that want to move to an intermediate level to experienced surfers wanting fast barrels and rippable walls. The surf guide at Kandooma is a qualified instructor and can give basic tuition for beginners that have been surfing for a while, but want to progress to the next level. Full-Day Surf Transfers are a 3-hr trip twice daily to any South Male Atolls breaks, with departure times at approximately 9.30am and 2.30pm. Surf Breaks visited are Riptides, Foxy’s, Twin Peaks, Quarters, Lucky Joes and Kate’s.
We also have an allocation of 20 villas from April to October, so we can confirm your booking immediately without worrying about whether the room type you are after is available. The Perfect Wave has been in partnership with Kandooma since it opened its doors and we are considered one of the family with many friends at the resort. Most of the Perfect Wave team have stayed at the resort and one of the directors have even lived there for 3 months with his family. Any questions you have about the resort we can answer easily and confidently. And of course you have a fulltime surf guide employed by The Perfect Wave to look after all surfing guests needs. We love Holiday Inn Kandooma and we know you will too, so make sure you contact us for detailed information and the best prices on what we think is the best surf resort in the Maldives.
Accommodation
The resort has 160 villas in 5 main categories: Garden Villa, Beach View Villa, Beach House, Family Beach House and Water Villa. With the exception of the Garden villas, all the accommodation has been built around the edge of or on the water. Each villa type has been designed with cool clean lines with white washed timber providing warm texture to the unshoed foot. Large picture windows mean that you are only a glance away from the great blue outdoors
Beach View Villa - The semi-detached beach villas come with large windows that positively invite the outdoors inside. Whitewashed floor boards evoke a sense of fresh coolness, yet feel warm and textured to bare feet. They feature light summer duvets and massive bath towels, flat screen televisions, a place to plug in your mp3/iPod, indoor out-door showers and wifi broadband. The beach villas are 36 square metres in size.
Beach House - The sea-facing Beach House (formally known as the Duplex Villa) offers the luxury of space. Located at the water’s edge, the villas present a striking mix of natural elements and modern design. Bedrooms are on the first floor level and enjoy views of the sea. The living area underneath the bedroom is furnished with designer seating laid out on a carpet of fine white sand. The duplex villas are 72 square metres in size, with 36 square metres on each level.
Family Beach House - As the name suggests, are ideal for families or a small group, and are the size of two beach houses (former duplex villas) together. They offer sleeping space upstairs as well as living and dining below.
Water Villas - Hovering above coral and marine life in the shallow clear waters, Water Villas offer the ultimate Maldives experience. Each Villa has a private sundeck with hammock that in high tide is partially submerged in crystal clear water. Expanisve living space is complemented by a large open bathroom which offers a private outdoor shower and bathtub with views of the water. The Water Villas are 65sqm in size.
Internet connection
They offer complimentary WiFi internet service to all guests and it's available in all guests rooms & reception area.
Surf & Other Activities
Surfing
With a surf break Kandooma Right at your front door, you will be able to surf awesome waves at your leisure. But with another 6 quality breaks between 5 and 45 minutes of the resort, our resident surf guide will take you up to twice daily by dhoni to these top spots.
Full-Day Surf Transfers are a 3-hr trip twice daily to any South Male Atolls breaks, with departure times at approximately 9.30am and 2.30pm. Surf Breaks visited are Riptides, Foxy’s, Twin Peaks, Quarters, Lucky Joes and Kate’s.
Pre-paid surf pass price - Single trip – US$ 60 or Full day - US$ 105.
Note - The surf numbers are restricted to only 15 surfers at any one time, to guarantee less people in the water. The Perfect Wave pre-paid surf pass will guarantee that you are one of these 15 surfers. BUY FULL DAY PRE-PAID SURF PASSES AND SAVE!
Please note that once purchased, surf passes are non-transferrable and non-refundable.
Alternatively, you can buy half day surf passes direct from the surf guide at the resort, but these will only be available if the prepaid passes have not sold out.
North Male Day Trips - If the swell is pumping up in North Male, it isn’t hard to get a group together that want to go. The guys bring their partners along and it is a full day out chasing waves, lots of fun. The surf guide will let you know when it is best to go and will organise the day trip with lunch included and beers on the way home. These trips however are subject to weather conditions and numbers required to run the trip. The surf guide will advise when and if the trip is possible.
Facilities
- Internet lounge.
- Library.
- Retail shop.
- Laundry & pressing service.
- 80m free-flow swimming pool.
- Swimming pool with Jacuzzi.
- Kiddies pool.
- Free wireless internet.
- A fleet of boats for transfers and recreational activities.
- In-house doctor.
- Foreign exchange.
- Mailing and fax services.
- Flight reconfirmation.
- Safe at reception.
- Sun loungers for pool area and beach front.
- Spa and Wellness.
- Internationally accredited PADI dive centre.
- Kids club.
Dining
The aim in the restaurants and bars of Kandooma is to offer “quality through integrity of ingredients.” Orange juice in the morning is freshly squeezed; coffee (even in the rooms) is freshly ground; tea is loose leaf; and bread and ice cream is home made. They offer choice in price as well as in menus.
Kandooma Café
Breakfast (6.30am to 10.30am) - Wide archways let in the sunshine and atoll views. Fresh juice, pressed coffee, an international selection of breakfast items and attendant chefs ready to receive instructions on how you prefer your eggs.
Dinner (6.00 pm to 11.00 pm) - The cafe becomes a warm cave of soft glowing light to present an intimate mood under the stars visible through the skylight 60 feet above. A banquet of travel inspired Mediterranean dishes spiced with flavours of Asia is supplemented by chefs busily working tandoor ovens, teppan grills and rottiseurs.
Poolside
Lunch (10.00am to 11.00pm) - Order from a menu of fresh salads, sandwiches, wood-fired pizza or pick up a choice cut of eye fillet or lamb loin you can grill yourself under the shade of the coconut grove.
The Kitchen (18.30 pm to 11.30 pm) - Diners can choose to sit in elegant comfort looking out over Kandooma channel; out on the beach with your feet in the sand; or reserve a seat at the chef’s table – and engage the chefs in conversation as they prepare meals. The flavour is Thai – Mediterranean with a good representation of seafood. About 15 paces away is the wine room where a choice of 250 wines will see that some indecision will be encountered in selecting a preferred label.
The Deck (5.00 pm to 10.00 pm) - A bohemian expanse of teak planking covering the rooftop of The Kitchen liberally sprinkled with low tables, startlingly blue cushions, bean bags and monolithic granite planters of greenery. It is the ideal place to worship a sunset and the Mojitos of our resident mixologist. After sundown the area is lit entirely by Moroccan lanterns and the stars. Ideal to continue with cocktails and graze on the tapas menu.
Bokkuraa Coffee Club (6.30am to 11.00pm) - Boutique coffees and teas are available along witha daily supply of pastries and homemade ice creams by the coupe or cone.
Take Out and Delivery (24 hours) - Whether you’re returning from a mammoth surf session or a hectic four-dive day, the only thing you might want to do is flop on the lounger and get a pizza in the comfort of your Kandooma home. Muster up enough energy to drag out the compendium and look up what is available. You have a choice of ordering from a list of simple but utterly tempting bites. You will have a choice of picking it up at the agreed time or having it delivered for a one off price. Plates and cutlery are all in your room. They use reusable containers whenever possible but where disposable is unavoidable they use biodegradable food containers. Three different menu styles serve three different times from breakfast, all day and night owl.
Activities
- Catamaran lessons & rental.
- Windsurfing lessons & rental.
- Surf rental.
- Guided kayak surfari.
- Aqua surfari.
- Daily snorkelling trips & lessons.
- Visits to local islands.
- Picnic island trips.
- Castaway picnic.
- Big game fishing.
- Night fishing.
- Campfire tales.
- Nature walks.
- Guided stargazing.
- Bicycle Polo.
- Underwater hockey.
- Twilight regattas.
- Marine biology lessons.
- Hermit crab sanctuary visits.
- Classic movies.
- Beach volleyball.
- Football.
- Pétanque.
- Beach croquet.
- Futsal.
- Beach cricket.
- Diving.
The Dive Centre - The Dive Centre is comprehensively equipped to meet the needs of advanced divers but also suitable and thoughtfully set up for absolute beginners.
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‘Dive Now Referral Form’ with PADI - which allows you to begin your dive adventure back home and complete the course with us.
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Bubblemaker - for children 8-10 years to experience scuba diving in pool-like conditions.
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Discover Scuba Diving - the first encounter with the wonders of marine life!
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PADI Scuba Diver - with 3 training dives in the lagoon, 2 boat dives to maximum 12 meters & 3 theory modules with advancement for a full certification.
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Open Water Dive - 5 training in the lagoon, 4 boat dives and 5 theory modules.
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Advanced Open Water Dive - an ideal hands-on experience in different areas of diving such as Night, Deep Drift, Fish ID, Wreck, Navigation and many more.
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Specialty Courses - Enriched air Nitrox, Digital UW Photography, UW Naturalist, Rescue Diver, Emergency First Response.
Spa
The idyllic setting at the COMO Shambhala Spa at Kandooma sets the scene of serenity and calm and is the perfect getaway from all the pressures and demands of today's modern world. The spa experience at Kandooma is all about energising in a natural environment with its wide range of therapeutic massages and spa treatments in five treatment rooms with breathtaking oceanic views.
Kids Club
Kandooma Kids Club is for ages 4 - 12, and the coordinators develop numerous different activities to amuse the kids while you surf or relax. Children will learn, create, engage, learn about the fish, flora & fauna around the island, mix cakes, fancy dress......there is no end to the adventures!
It is open from about 9am to 5.30pm and you can sign in kids aged 4+ for free, for as long as you want. If they are under 4 years old, then you have to pay a babysitting charge of about US$15 per hour. They have indoor and outdoor toys for the kids, painting, craft and kids movies etc and the staff are fantastic and will do face painting or play with them in the sand. They also have a small plastic climbing frame for the kids to play on which is just outside the door, as well as an air-conditioned room upstairs with game consoles for the older kids and there is a table tennis table as well.
If you want babysitters at night, then they will come to your villa and it’s about US$15 per hour.
Pricing & Packages
| Duration | Room Type | Type | Price | Basis | Notes | Availability |
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| 7 Nights | Beach View Villa | Non Surfer | 956 | Per Person | ||
| 10 Nights | Beach View Villa | Non Surfer | 1197 | Per Person | ||
| 7 Nights | Beach View Villa | Surfer | 1265 | Per Person | 6 x half day surf passes included | |
| 10 Nights | Beach View Villa | Surfer | 1722 | Per Person | 10 x half day surf passes included | |
| 7 Nights | Beach House | Non Surfer | 1218 | Per Person | ||
| 7 Nights | Beach House | Surfer | 1533 | Per Person | 6 x half day surf passes included | |
| 10 Nights | Beach House | Non Surfer | 1554 | Per Person | ||
| 10 Nights | Beach House | Surfer | 2079 | Per Person | 10 x half day surf passes included | |
| 7 Nights | Overwater Villa | Non Surfer | 1832 | Per Person | ||
| 7 Nights | Overwater Villa | Surfer | 2147 | Per Person | 6 x half day surf passes included | |
| 10 Nights | Overwater Villa | Non Surfer | 2373 | Per Person | ||
| 10 Nights | Overwater Villa | Surfer | 2898 | Per Person | 10 x half day surf passes included | |
| 7 Nights | Two Bedroom Family Beach House | Non Surfer | 2053 | Per Person | per adult based on family of 2 adults and 2 kids under 12 | |
| 7 Nights | Two Bedroom Family Beach House | Surfer | 2368 | Per Person | 6 x half day surf passes included | |
| 10 Nights | Two Bedroom Family Beach House | Non Surfer | 2667 | Per Person | per adult based on family of 2 adults and 2 kids under 12 | |
| 10 Nights | Two Bedroom Family Beach House | Surfer | 3192 | Per Person | 10 x half day surf passes included |
- Special - Package prices are inclusive of 10% Early Bird discount when booked & paid outside of 60 days & FREE nights!!
- Prices are valid for low season travel between 16 April and 31 July 2013 and include 8% Maldivian GST.
- Please enquire for other date requirements; our surf transfers run up to end October.
- Price is per person based on twin share accommodation in AUD and subject to foreign exchange fluctuations.
- These are example packages. Package durations and inclusions can be adjusted to cater for your individual requirements. Please contact us for a tailored package to meet your needs.
- Please click "On Special" to email us or call us on 1300 00WAVE to speak with one of our friendly surf experience specialists.
Inclusions:
- Return speedboat transfers to/from Male Airport and resort.
- Welcome drink on arrival.
- Accommodation of your choice - double/twin share.
- Buffet breakfast daily.
- Tea, coffee, bottled water and fresh orange juice in your room.
- Free use of snorkelling gear.
- Complimentary snorkelling trip.
- Surf transfers (if applicable).
- Service charge, Maldives 8% (2013) GST and Maldives bed tax.
- Kids under 12 years eat for free, when dining with adults at Kandooma Cafe.
- SPECIAL - Includes FREE nights AND 10% Early Bird discount if booked and paid outside 60 days of arrival.
** Package prices do not include lunch & dinner, but can be added.
Board Hire and lessons are also available at extra cost:
- Board rental – USD $30 for 3 hours.
- Surf lesson – USD $95 for 2 hrs (including board rental).
Disclaimer - This surf trip is an independent surf operator and is not part of or in partnership with The Perfect Wave Travel Co. The Perfect Wave acts as an agent only. We sell various travel related products on behalf of numerous transport, accommodation and other service providers, such as airlines, land based accommodation and boat charter operators. The Perfect Waves' obligation is to make travel bookings on your behalf and to arrange relevant contracts between you and travel service providers. The Perfect Wave has no responsibility for these services nor do we make or give any warranty of representation regarding their standards. All bookings are made subject to the terms and conditions and limitations of liability imposed by these service providers.
Testimonials
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Dean
Customer service from Charlie was excellent nothing seemed too much trouble he had been to the resort too which definitely helped to make our decision and steer us in the right direction. He rang before we left to check everything was OK and when we got home to see how everything went. on all accounts we had a fantastic trip we would recommend Kandooma to any honeymoon couple/couple in general. it has enough surf to keep the surfer happy with a variety of lefts and rights and is beautiful throughout which my wife loved. There were plenty of day trip options, snorkeling, scuba diving, day spa etc. accommodation was amazing we stayed in overwater villa and the beach house villas and both were spectacular. The food was up there with some of the best we have eaten ( the kitchen restaurant Wednesday night is a must). The staff at Kandooma were polite and helpful at all times. We loved it and spend most of our time trying to figure out how we could stay there.
Experience Begun: April 2013
Created on: Tuesday 21 May 2013
Gareth
The Perfect Wave found me the perfect accommodation at the resort; just out the front of the break at Kamdooma Rights and scored 2 days of 3/4 ft perfect barrels at Tucky Joe's, the best days I will not forget, with only our boat out. That is perfection!!! Big thank you to Gina for arranging everything about the resort and getting us over there to score those great days. The guys on boat charters, Rob and Evan was faultless on where to find those great waves it is a credit to them Yes will go back
Experience Begun: September 2012
Created on: Thursday 29 November 2012
Lorraine
Kandooma Holiday Inn was perfect for our holiday. My husband could surf right in front of our villa and I could sit on the balcony and take photographs. The staff are incredible - very discreet and friendly. Our surf guide, Evan, knew exactly where to take us when we wanted to surf away from the island. We met other Perfect Wave holiday friends from all over the world and have shared surf photos by email.
Experience Begun: October 2012
Created on: Thursday 29 November 2012
Geoffro
Hi Rhonda Sorry it took long getting back to you, but here it is. Had a great time in Kandooma with my wife, the place is just paradise, met some great people. But it all ways is, had great waves and good times, The Toastie was a really great bloke/surfguide and we had a good laugh, but he was over cooked from too many good waves so tell him thanks from Geoffro the old grom, any way thanks again hope to get their again. A couple of shots here as well. Thanks Perfect Wave!
Experience Begun: September 2012
Created on: Friday 09 November 2012
Amanda
I was the very fortunate winner of the Pub2Pub Raffle and my surfing husband was very keen to join me in the prize ..... 7 nights at Kandooma Resort, plus airfares, breakfast, transfers and 2 surf lessons. An incredibly generous prize from The Perfect Wave. We had such an amazing experience, with a faultless booking with Marie and all travel plans organised, and information provided well in advance. Kandooma was such a magical resort and actually exceeds all the photos on the websites. Picture perfect location, stunning blue and clear water, white sands and a very modern resort. Spacious, comfortable and elegant rooms, with fresh oranges in your room each morning to make juice, with loose tea and ground coffee supplied as well. A spectacular outdoor waterfall shower and bath. The breakfast buffet had a great variety of fresh produce and attentive staff. Some mornings we even needed to retire back to our villa's hammock and day bed for a post-breakfast nap! Sunset cocktails on the rooftop bar were a highlight of the day, and a great way to socialise with other guests. The highlight for us was when we went out on the boat with Brian from The Perfect Wave and he spotted a group of manta rays. We all jumped in the water and snorkelled with these amazing creatures ... a once in a lifetime experience. Unfortunately Kandooma Right and Riptides were only small, but my husband still managed a few surfs a day and found some fellow surfers to share stories and beers with later in the day. All the staff were very friendly, helpful and polite. There was even a well equipped, air conditioned gym to make amends for all the food and cocktails consumed during the week. Thanks for a great holiday and we would recommend The Perfect Wave and Kandooma resort without hesitation.
Experience Begun: October 2012
Created on: Sunday 04 November 2012
Steve'o
What an AWESOME part of the world!!! I want to go back again. Beautiful resort, incredibly happy and helpful staff and great weather. Fun waves made even better by the minimal crowds. I really want to thank Rob and Toasty for being absolutely legendary with their level of service, both wouldn't hesitate to help out with anything! They not only kept us boys frothin but they made sure the girls (non-surfers)were included and welcomed. It was excellent to see that they would stop, chat and have a laugh with the whole family whenever we were together. On the boat transfers, both would ensure that we got plenty of waves, had a fish and shared plenty of hilarious stories and facts and always kept us laughing. A special thanks goes to Toasty for 1. Giving me some advice on what I can fix with my surfing to keep improving 2. Sacrifcing himself on the reef at Lucky Joes on an incoming tide and increasing swell after our GoPro came off my wrist post wipeout...sorry that you got cut mate..hopefully travel insurance replaces it!! Cheers Boys, See ya back amongst the crowds on the Northern beaches!! P.s. I recommend the Monday night at The Kitchen, best night of food and grog all week.
Experience Begun: September 2012
Created on: Tuesday 09 October 2012
Derek
If it was a holiday where you had the missus or family it’s all time. The island is beautiful, its very safe, staff really nice and friendly, diving is great, different things on each night and really relaxing with an uncrowded right hander a very short paddle away. We loved the joint!
Experience Begun: August 2012
Created on: Friday 05 October 2012
Stuart
Josh - hi, back from the Maldives and back at work (bugger) great trip all went great. We got waves every day bar one and the family had a great time together. Your 2 boys at Kandooma (especially Evan) - were standouts as far as being the face of The Perfect Wave on the ground and in the water. I can't speak highly enough of them. Thanks for all your help and please pass the compliment onto the boss there, the boys were just great and the booking flawless! We may be booking again for next year and will let you know as soon as we can.
Experience Begun: September 2012
Created on: Tuesday 25 September 2012
Roh
G'day Charlie, Just a quick one to say thanks again for organising our trip to the Maldives. Jimmy and myself had an awesome time and got waves most days so we were pretty stoked. Rob and Toasty were awesome and did really well to cater for the volume of surfers on the island. I will definitely be looking to book through you again so keep me posted on some of the boat deals (got my eye on Carpe Vita already so I might have to get some mates together for mid next year).
Experience Begun: September 2012
Created on: Monday 17 September 2012
Nadia and Rhys
We had such a great time in Kandooma holiday in resort in Maldives. Maldives was just like a heaven and the resort was beautiful, well priced (very reasonable) and quiet. Our all inclusive deal was great value and food, drink and everything was perfect. It was just perfect for a couple holiday for a surfer husband and a non surfer wife like us :) big thank to Trent and Evan in the resort as well they were really nice. Evan replaced my husband's surf board broken fin with his. My husband had a fun surfing and I had an amazingly relaxing time! Thank you Perfect Wave, we will book our 3rd trip with you guys soon!
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Monday 27 August 2012
Simon
Surfed twice a day every day, ate too much and even put on weight! Daily boats were great idea. Have been telling everyone its crap so they don't go and it stays uncrowded. Think you should send me back next year to defend my arm wrestling crown.
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Monday 27 August 2012
Lyle
Rated as our best family holiday ever. Plenty to do for surfers and non-surfers alike and everyone came home totally relaxed. The Perfect Wave crew on the ground - Evan and Trent - were great and made our family surfing trips hassle free and a whole lot of fun. Highlight of the trip was surfing with turtles and dolphins. The Kandooma Holiday Inn resort staff greeted everyone with a smile and nothing was to much trouble. Next time we will stay longer at Kandooma and skip the Singapore stopover (which was pretty awesome itself). Big Thanks to Marie for organizing and co-ordinating such a great trip for 4 families from different sides of Australia.
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Monday 27 August 2012
J.M.
This was the best surf trip we ever had - it all came together - really worth the financial sacrifice - amazing accommodation and really laid back easy approach - the food isn't cheap but it's the best we've come across so far and there is loads of choice - the resort really catered for the girls with abundant resort facilities so it's a perfect place to bring your girlfriend or wife - spa, gym, water sports of every kind - the snorkeling was world class and resort staff excellent - but best of all incredible waves - we really scored - the reefs were firing and our surf guide Evan was excellent always getting us to the best wave at the right time - it's not really for beginners but the waves are world class - Kandooma Rights is at the doorstep and when it's on it's big and long - we got to surf Twin Peaks, Lucky Joe's, Quarters and Kandooma regularly - Foxy's (dirty challenging left hander is right near Rip Tides too). But RIP TIDES was by far our favorite and was up to double overhead with insanely long rides ... all that and it's only 15 minutes by boat from the resort! Just epic!
Experience Begun: August 2012
Created on: Monday 27 August 2012
Mark
Hi Marie, Now that I’m back at work and the realization that I am a mango farmer and not a full time resort lounging, tropical water surfing, reef snorkeling professional, I thought to say g’day after the trip. THANKYOU!!! For recommending and arranging a fantastic holiday. We a had a ball. Kandooma was the perfect spot for our whole family. Great snorkeling/swimming/staff/rooms/food/pool, everything!!! The villa you booked for us in front of the break was ideal. I basically paddled back in to the lounge room after each surf and my wife and kids swam in the rock pool out front. The surf was great. A range of small to medium waves everyday at Kandooma and the spots up and down the atoll. The pre paid surf transfers worked well as they probably got me in the water more often and great to surf a variety of waves. We had some really good waves at all the breaks, pity about the dive boat on the inside at Lucky Joes, but still, what a wave!!! Toastie (Evan) was a champ, Sarah and I even helped him celebrate his 40th on the dance floor. I said g’day to him for you Jamie and had that drink for you on the deck, what a top spot to end the day and watch the sun go down. Anyway thanks again and the next time I will be corresponding with you for the PNG trip. I’ve attached a photo of Kandooma on the morning of our last day there. Next time you speak to Toastie can you say a big g’day from Mangoes? Cheers Mark PS I think our once in a lifetime trip to the Maldives will turn into a more frequent occasion.
Experience Begun: August 2012
Created on: Friday 17 August 2012
Dian
Hi Rhonda My sincere apologies for taking so long to get back to you. Maldives was amazing as usual, perfect weather everyday although i forgot how warm it was so brought way too many clothes. Sean surfed Kandooma right everyday, i was waiting for the flat day so he could spend the day with family but that never happened. Our friend Adrian was there which was a huge surprise (we met him there 3 years ago). I think he booked with you guys as well last time. Sean was stoked to have a surfing buddy out there and Adrian was over the moon to see us again. It was the first time my boy had been to the beach (and what a beach to introduce him too). He absolutely loved it, i can see his future in the waves already. Overall it was another fantastic holiday and we will definitely be going back again hopefully sooner rather than later. Thank you again for your assistance!!
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Tuesday 14 August 2012
Chris
Hi Charlie - just got back from Kandooma last night. It was absolutely amazing, even better than my high expectations. Thanks for all your help getting organised especially for sorting out my Singapore flights that got a bit complicated. We'll definitely be going back.
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Tuesday 07 August 2012
Monica
Hi Rhonda, I can't believe we've been back a month! The holiday was fantastic! It's never long enough...we had the absolute best time! Lots of surfing, 2 of my kids went scuba diving for the first time which of course they LOVED...we all swam with manta rays & met some fantastic people there. The staff of course were just fantastic! They really know how to pick them. We all felt very lucky to have had such a lovely holiday. Thanks again Rhonda.
Experience Begun: June 2012
Created on: Thursday 02 August 2012
David Mullan
I travelled independently to the Kandooma resort from Ireland, but was very pleased to avail of the boat trips to the various surrounding breaks provided by The Perfect Wave. Many thanks to your surf guide Evan.
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Monday 30 July 2012
Dominik and Karli
We just returned from an 8 night stay at Kandooma and wish that we were still there. Karli relaxed on the beach or in the hammock out the back of our beautiful ocean view villa whilst I would head out on the boat to chase the waves. The resident surf guides Evan and Trent are professional and knowledgable but also ensure that the trips are fun without any bullsh!t. There were waves everyday with a couple of really great days. There were more surfers at the resort than I expected (20+ guys on Kandooma Right when it was pumping), but there was such a great vibe amongst the surfers, regardless of ability. The locals that work at the resort are genuinely lovely people and always greet you with a smile and a hello. The food was great too, we ate way too much. We would love to one day return to Kandooma. Would also be happy to again book through The Perfect Wave, they are well organised and make it easy.
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Saturday 28 July 2012
Jenny and Alwyn
Hi Claire I wanted to drop you a note to thank you and Perfect Wave for our recent trip to Kandooma. We had a fabulous time and really appreciated dealing with you on all aspects of the booking and the little things like organising the extra luggage for Alwyn's surfboard with Singapore Airlines. The trip was amazing and even though we originally would have liked a seaview villa we were very happy in our island view one. Your local surf guide Evan is a great bloke and made the whole surfing safari a lot of fun. The Kandooma Holiday Inn resort staff were friendly and made sure we had everything we needed - everyone was amazing. We have already recommended The Perfect Wave and Kandooma to a lot of our friends and can't wait to return. All the best Jenny and Alwyn
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Friday 27 July 2012
Kevin
My wife and I just spent 10 nights at Kandooma resort, Maldives. This is a beautiful resort on a picturesque island and is a great place to relax. The wave on the island, Kandooma right, broke every day and although it didn't get sizeable was a lot of fun and right at our front door. Our surf guide, Rob, took us to Riptides, just around the corner, or up the coast to other South Male breaks and even a full day trip to North Male where we scored also. The complimentary snorkelling trips were also fun and were good to do in between surfs. We had a breakfast and dinner package and found the food so good that we put on weight and the service was the best we have ever had in a resort. I would thoroughly recommend Kandooma as a great place to combine a surfing holiday with other activities and relaxation and we would like to thank The Perfect Wave for making this happen for us.
Experience Begun: June 2012
Created on: Thursday 26 July 2012
Grant & Sally
We went on our 'bucket list' holiday to the Maldives for our 25th Wedding Anniversary present to ourselves. We both agreed that it was the best holiday either of us have EVER had. Grant got some great waves while I had a very relaxing time drinking cocktails under the shade of the palm trees. A balmy 38 degrees every day, endless crystal-clear water and too many deck chairs to choose from!! With being a coeliac, I was quite concerned about the food. However,the chefs went out of their way to ensure that I was catered for and even baked me gluten-free bread every day!Once they knew I was coeliac, they were wonderful so my advice for coeliacs is- make sure you see the CHEFS at the resort, not the floor staff. I also had gluten-free pizza and pasta on different days.....freshly made from the cafe! My advice is also not to have the buffet 3 times a day.(As advised by our wonderful consultant, Gina!~) Breakfast is great there,but the cafe is wonderful for lunch and dinner. Don't miss the afternoon drinks on the Roof-Top bar, where you can sit in comfort and watch the sun go down. Other highlights include the friendly and extremely helpful staff, for whom nothing was too much trouble. We could all learn something from their work ethic (they also swept the beach and paths from dawn til dusk) and their humility. We will never forget our holiday in the Maldives. It was truly what we called 'heaven on earth'.
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Thursday 26 July 2012
Mat
Hi Rhonda Thought I should drop you a line to say thanks! We have had some nice waves so far, all overhead and super fun. A big thanks to the guides, especially Trent who's taken the time to hang out with us in and out of the water, and even given my brother some surf pointers (cause he's not that good a surfer!). We've already began planning our next mission so expect another call shortly..... Regards Mat
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Thursday 26 July 2012
Alan
Hello Claire, We had the most wonderful time. Everything went very smooth from the moment we arrived to the moment we left. We will certainly be using ‘The Perfect Wave’ in the future. It’s a truly amazing place and we would certainly look at returning again. The accommodation was immaculate; the choice of food was good and always offered something different. The surf guides Evan and Trent were excellent and most importantly friendly and fun. They always enjoyed their work and made sure that everyone was catered for. When do you start to publish the 2013 itinerary? We are keen to have a look at going again next year, probably around the same time. However would certainly look at staying for a few days longer than on this trip. Thanks again Claire Regards Alan
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Monday 23 July 2012
Glen
Marie, We all had a great time on Kandooma Island. The villas were awesome & couldn’t have been any closer to Kandooma Rights. We couldn’t believe it when we woke up on the first morning to see it breaking right in front of our rooms. The surf was great for the first 5 days then dropped for a few days but we kept busy with the other water sports & the village tour during these days & then it came good for our last days. All our wives were more than happy with the facilities, restaurants & quality of food so it was definitely a winner all round. I’ve attached a photo I took of Kandooma Rights just before we left if you need to show other clients what it’s like. This was taken from in front of our villa, what a view. Thanks for everything,
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Tuesday 17 July 2012
Lisa Davies
Hi Charlie, We just returned from our spectacular holiday at Kandooma. Absolutely loved it. Everyone surfed their hearts out and I loved the snorkelling. Accomodation was excellent - we ended up upgrading to rooms that overlooked the surf break - which was worth the extra. The resort staff and Perfect Wave crew were also excellent. Thanks for organising everything so efficiently.
Experience Begun: July 2012
Created on: Monday 09 July 2012
Lisa
John and I had a fantastic time in the Maldives and I put it up there as one of the best holidays we have had. John is ready to book going back there next year! You really couldn’t fault anything with Kandooma. We arrived in the middle of the night so the room was our first impression and I said to John if this is anything to go by it is going to be a great place and it was. All in all Kandooma is an amazing place and I would highly recommend it to anyone. Thank you for arranging our holiday and recommending Kandooma! Lis
Experience Begun: January 2010
Created on: Wednesday 20 June 2012
Patrick Lockie
I rang Charlie Pierce on Thursday with a request to organise a trip for the next week! He suggested Kandooma and we left on Saturday two days later. The resort was wonderful - a great spot for one surfer + one non- surfer. Rob the surf guide was wonderfully encouraging to a not particularly good surfer including helping me catch my first and probably only ever barrel (at Riptides). The biggest crowd we had for the week was 4 on Kandooma right hander. Surf was fine for me, a longboarder, but everyone else seemed to want 8-foot barrels for some reason. Many thanks to Charlie. Can't recommend Kandooma enough especially for surfer + non surfer combination Patrick
Experience Begun: June 2012
Created on: Tuesday 19 June 2012
Linda
Hi Marie Home and touching base with you. Thank you so very much for all your hard work in putting together our trip for us and for answering all our queries and questions. Home now to the cold and rain, wishing we were still there! We had a fantastic time at Kandooma. We managed to arrive just as the surf picked up, so the boys were very happy. (First day three sessions of about two and ½ hours each at Kandooma right!!) We met some other great people and had lots of fun and laughs (four of us girls putting on a Synchronised Swimming exhibition – at the beach, just as the boys arrived home on the surfboat)!! It was priceless to see their faces, as we had been talking about it (and they thought that was it!!) I’m sure the other guests were a bit worried about us mad Aussie surfers!!! The Resort is great, all the staff are so willing to please and help (especially those in the restaurants and bars). Rob, your surf guide, is doing a great job, and everyone there when we were there were pleased with how it was all going and with Rob. I managed to go out on the boat, once when Lindy was there, out to Riptides and then another day up to Tucky Joes, when there were only three guys. Fun watching them surfing so close to that wrecked surf boat!!! Rob also asked me if I wanted to join them last Tuesday when he was taking another group up to North Male, so I kindly accepted his offer and enjoyed the day swimming off the boat, watching and of course I saw a bit of the Maldives in the daylight!! Our rooms, 149 to us and 150 to Lindy, we couldn’t have asked for a better position. Everyone was envious of us! The position so close to the surf and also to the other amenities, and the privacy was fantastic. We also managed to get to stay in our room until 6.00 pm on the day we left. The resort was only about 50% occupancy, so all was good. The Perfect Wave team do an amazing job, everyone we spoke to and met who had booked through you were all so impressed. And we certainly spread the word whilst there, to other guests who hadn’t booked through you. We’ll certainly be booking again with you, and I believe there was talk about a reunion next year at Kandooma!!! Best Regards Linda
Experience Begun: June 2012
Created on: Wednesday 13 June 2012
Amy
Hi Marie, Neadless to say we thoroughly enjoyed every moment of the trip. From the food to the villas and staff, it was all great. We really didn't have one bad thing to say about the place and each day was a gift so thank you! Jarrad was bodyboarding so he didn't go out on any trips as he was happy enough with the wave out the front. We had a great villa right on the point with a perfect view of the break so that was great. When we moved to the overwater villa, it was like a brand new holiday so we were so happy we decided to upgrade for the rest of the trip. We also went on a few snorkelling trips and fishing trips with the big game fishing early one morning as a highlight! Jarrad caught a 7kg Trevalli which he was very proud of. Thanks again Marie, we will definitely come to you guys for our next trip! Amy
Experience Begun: June 2012
Created on: Wednesday 13 June 2012
Lindy and Sunny
Hi Marie Just wanted to let you know we are safely home in Brissy (freezing) and had a great time at Kandooma. Sunny caught more waves in the Maldives than the last two years here, he surfed so much he has come home battered and bruised but surf fulfilled. We could not fault Kandooma Resort for anything, location, accommodation, food, service and did I mention location were all fantastic. Sunny enjoyed Rob's surf guidance and we were lucky with the swell being up every day, as previous to our stay the surf had been non-existent. Thank you for organising everything, our travelling experience was smooth sailing all the way and we thoroughly enjoyed the Maldives experience. Cheers Lindy and Sunny
Experience Begun: May 2012
Created on: Tuesday 12 June 2012
Sara
Hi Rhonda Thanks for your email. Wow what an amazing wedding day and honeymoon. Loved the Maldives and Kandooma! People keep asking me what the highlight was and I keep saying everything was a highlight! We had the best time thanks. The resort was beautiful and we enjoyed lots of great food and drink. We were pretty active for the first week - lots of snorkelling, walks around the island and neighbouring island, night fishing, boat trips etc. Dayne got to surf 7 different surf breaks and we were both really impressed by Rob from Perfect Wave. He was so accommodating and friendly, even helped me out with ear antibiotics when I got a bit of an infection in the first week. We throughly enjoyed the VIP cocktails on the Deck that Rob invited us to on Monday nights. He's doing a great job! In the second week we cruised a bit more. Dayne kept surfing and he was lucky to have a great crew of surfers from Australia to surf with. We've made some new friends from WA that we will keep in contact with. I enjoyed the sun and a few books (we both have cracker tans). Loved Loved Loved the overwater villas. After the beach villa, which was the pick of the lot being so close to Kandooma Right, the overwater villa was the perfect way to end the trip. We had water deep enough below our villa to snorkel around and we also had an impressive amount of fish under us. It was just gorgeous. Many thanks again for organising our honeymoon! Will hopefully be in touch in the future to organise another trip with Perfect Wave. Regards, Sara
Experience Begun: May 2012
Created on: Thursday 24 May 2012
Paul
Just a quick note to say that we were recent guests at Kandooma Resort in the Maldives from Sat 5th May to Saturday 12th (4 adults). We had booked our stay through a local travel agent and planned to do some diving and surfing while at the resort. After arrival we had the good fortune to meet and be aided by the resident surf guide on the island, Rob Underwood who I understand is a part of The Perfect Wave services on the island. Nothing was a problem with Rob even when the surf gods did not bless us with great swell – he was honest and very helpful and is obviously a huge asset for “The Perfect Wave”. Rob liaised readily with everyone on the island and was great at coordinating everyone’s wishes on where was the best place to choose to surf. I would usually not go the point of endorsing someone in these circumstances but Rob demonstrated such a great breadth of knowledge which he was very willing to share with us in the water - and that made the whole trip a great experience. Next time I will be sure to contact you to discuss trip arrangements. We have been to many places around the world (Bali, Fiji, New Guinea, Vanuatu, South Africa) and I think Kandooma was a really fantastic place to stay – every aspect of the place is impressive – the lodging, the staff, the food etc etc. The diving (and the dive staff) were second to none. Great because you are not limited to just a few things to do. Paul - QLD
Experience Begun: May 2012
Created on: Tuesday 22 May 2012
Jordy & Chris
We spent 2 weeks at Kandooma Resort, Maldives and it was one of the best trips we have been on!!! Gina and Jaime are great at what they do. Nothing is ever too much trouble for the both of them. We highly recommend The Perfect Wave. We will be using them to organise our trips for years to come. Great prices and great service!!! Thanks heaps guys...hopefully off to Samoa next!!!
Experience Begun: August 2010
Created on: Thursday 05 January 2012
Jessica
Thanks Marie for organising our dream holiday! You made everything happen for us and our holiday was absolutely perfect! We had perfect weather & for the most part, great surf! We would not hesitate to book again through The Perfect Wave and would even be very happy to go back to the same place again!
Experience Begun: September 2011
Created on: Wednesday 07 December 2011
Ryan
Kandooma Resort was a great place to go with my partner the waves were super fun and the accommodation & facilities at the resort we top notch.
Experience Begun: September 2011
Created on: Wednesday 07 December 2011
Peter
G'day Josh. Thanks for organizing Shana and my trip to Kandooma. We will definetly be heading back as soon as we can. I missed out on the waves but that can happen anywhere just means I will have to go back earlier in the year. When the the surf is more consistent. I did manage to get a few small waves on the home break. You can definitely see how good it could get if it was bigger. The Resort is fantastic in position, accomodation, food and service. Definitely worth every star. We stayed in an overwater villa which was just AMAZING but talking to other guests nobody had any complaints about there room. At the resort there is something for everybody to do from snorkelling, fishing, kayaking, sailing everything but a golf course. Even though there was no surf our guide Bryan made sure we used our surf transfers with a few day trips about the area snorkelling and sightseeing. Diving with some Manta Rays was a hoot. Overall it was a great holiday and worth every dollar. Thanks Josh and the crew at The Perfect Wave.
Experience Begun: October 2011
Created on: Monday 14 November 2011
Kevin
Hi Jamie Thanks for following up on our trip. We had a great time and scored with the weather (surf was small but fun). We have been back a couple of weeks and I already sent the following through. Hopefully I can some $$$ and get somewhere next year as well. Highlights • Weather 31 degrees and sunny • Service 5 star • Set-up and facilities excellent • Excellent diving • Perfect family atmosphere around the pool • Small (2ft –with occasional 3ft) but consistent waves (pretty uncrowded) • Caught a big GT on a handline (see attached) Thanks for organising another great trip. The family are very happy! Cheers, Kevin
Experience Begun: September 2011
Created on: Friday 04 November 2011
Deanna
Thanks Marie for helping me organize an amazing family holiday. The Maldivian people were wonderful, the food was spectacular and the resort was beautiful. My family and I throughly enjoyed every minute.
Experience Begun: September 2011
Created on: Friday 21 October 2011
Kyle
I just want to say thanks to the Pefect Wave for a great trip to Kandooma. My girlfriend was stoked with the resort and I got wet everyday. The surf guide, Richie, is an awesome bloke. He has a lot of knowlege of the local waves and was ever so patient with me and the other surfers hounding him each morning about the surf conditions whilst he ate his breaky.
Experience Begun: September 2011
Created on: Friday 21 October 2011
Alex
Kandooma is definitely the way to go if you like your surf travel with creature comforts. Resort standard accomodation with quality waves literally on your door step. The service was exceptional and having a knowledgable surf guide and transfers to get you on to the best surf in the area was the icing on the cake....not dissimilar to what I imagine playing golf with a caddy would be like. I will definitely be heading back at some stage!
Experience Begun: September 2011
Created on: Friday 21 October 2011
Rachael
I just wanted to say thank you again for organizing Dav and My trip to the Maldives. Kandooma was absolutely gorgeous, the surf there was great and we enjoyed our time on the boat too. We want to get there again some time soon. Marty, our surf guide was fantastic as was the rest of the crew. The cook was fantastic also! Anyway, take care. I'm sure we will be in contact again next time we want to do a surf trip! Warmest regards, Rachael and David
Experience Begun: August 2011
Created on: Wednesday 05 October 2011
Alex
Kandooma is definitely the way to go if you like your surf travel with creature comforts. Resort standard accomodation with quality waves literally on your door step. The service was exceptional and having a knowledgable surf guide and transfers to get you on to the best surf in the area was the icing on the cake....not dissimilar to what I imagine playing golf with a caddy would be like. I will definitely be heading back at some stage!
Experience Begun: September 2011
Created on: Friday 30 September 2011
Brent
Had a great time again. Kids had a ball in the pool and at kids club. Surfed 13 out of 15 days. Cannot complain about that
Experience Begun: August 2011
Created on: Thursday 29 September 2011
Mike
I went for the waves. but the resort was fanfastic - exceeded our expectations and this kept the wife happy. no mozzies, or flies, great food, comfie quarters, very relaxing. As for the waves - its years since I had such good waves - just brilliant. I really loved Rip Tides and on a couple of occasions only me and Richie out. 2 people in the water, no wind, 4 foot on the sets - doesn't get much better than that. We went to escape the NZ winter and hopefully get a few good waves, and we got all that and some - A Great holiday, thanks to Perfect Wave
Experience Begun: August 2011
Created on: Thursday 29 September 2011
John
The Kandooma resort is perfect for a serious surfing or dive base in the Maldives (if your partner does too!) with plenty of luxury Otherwise go with your mates. If with a group I would be looking for earlier and longer surf trips rather than 2 x 3 hour ones. The local break was excellent alhough smallish when we were there.
Experience Begun: August 2011
Created on: Tuesday 30 August 2011
Josephine
The trip was amazing! I did not want to come home! Everything went very smoothly thank you. The people were lovely and the resort facilities were great. I loved the bungalow! Dave had a great time surfing. He certainly didn't want to come home to sit in an office! Thanks for your organisation. Was much appreciated.
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Tuesday 30 August 2011
Mike
Hi Gina, Well we are back in NZ and back at work………. Had a great time! All the arrangements went like clockwork. The Kandooma resort was great and exceeded all of our expectations. On the first morning I introduced myself to Richie at breakfast and by 9 am we were on the boat heading for Riptides. Only him and me on board and only the two of us in the water for the 3 hour session. He might have liked it a bit bigger but it suited me down to a tee and I had a fantastic session out there. After that the days kind of rolled together with good surf being had almost every day. I went north in the boat one day to check out the northern breaks (Kate’s and Tucky Joe’s). Tucky Joe’s was a bit crowded so we surfed the left at Twin peaks. It was good – a bit heavier than the rights I had been surfing but still a good session. All in all a fantastic holiday with great waves. So thanks for all the "behind the scenes" organisation and assistance and please pass on a big thank you to Richie for taking such good care of me, and showing me some great waves. Cheers Mike
Experience Begun: August 2011
Created on: Monday 29 August 2011
David
We've been back a couple of weeks now and we really did have a great time. Kandooma was great for what we needed - the rooms were perfect, location on the island beautiful and weather we couldn't have asked for better. It didn't rain at all and the winds were OK for most of the time. The food on the island was good, plenty to choose from and always filling. We didn't have the buffet lunches or dinner rather just a light meal. The service was great and the prices very reasonable. One of the highlights of the trip was the night fishing trip we did with the kids. My son caught a great sized Trevally (pic attached) and we had it cooked up for lunch the next day, much to the kids delight. Thanks for arranging all the details of the trip (after lots of options!) I am hoping the we will now be having an annual trip like this. Our next destination will either be Fiji again or Samoa. Given this is the second time I have booked with the Perfect Wave, we will definitely use you in the future.
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Wednesday 17 August 2011
Angus & Mel
Hi Marie, Thanks for everything, no problems at all, enjoyed everything. The change to the Marina Sands was great really enjoyed it there. Kandooma was fantastic, good surf, great food and drink the Maldivian staff where great, Mark the surf guide was also very good. We will be sure to use The Perfect Wave again Thanks!
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Friday 12 August 2011
Portia
Dear Rhonda, We did have a great time. Anthony enjoyed surfing on the break at the resort but it was too windy to go out on the boat most days so he only did 2 trips. He also managed to collect himself with his new surfboard and required stitches so we have tested the medical facilities and they were fine! The staff were great, they loved the boys and we didn't have any problems with getting food made up for our baby each night. Overall extremely happy with everything.
Experience Begun: June 2011
Created on: Thursday 11 August 2011
Steve
Jill and I had a wonderful time at Kandooma Island. Service was great in and out of the water. Plenty of things to do when there is no surf, but I surfed everyday of our stay! Surf was way fun (from 2 to a solid 5 foot) and the lack of agro in the line-up was fantastic! Will be coming back to the maldives again for sure!
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Thursday 04 August 2011
Peter
Hey Jamie, We all made it back from the Maldives in one piece (...albeit sunburnt, covered in surf-rashes, and a few reef cuts!!) Kandooma was a fantastic rest at the end of our Maldives adventure – after a week of six hours a day in the water, we needed it!! Many thanks to you and your team for organising Kandooma for us!! (We’re already counting down to the Ments in March!! Bring it on!!)
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Tuesday 02 August 2011
Jason,Linda and Cameron
Extremely pleased with our 2nd trip to Kandooma! Already planning for next year.We scored a cracking swell this time and got some of the best barrels of my life. Once again Linda and Cameron had a ball, even creating our very own new reef. Resort and staff are first class. Was great to catch up with Brian and his family for a few days. Going back to Kandooma is like returning to visit old friends.
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Thursday 28 July 2011
Ken
Warm days, warm nights, warm water, great accommodation and food and an amazing scene in the tropics. Hard to imagine anything better and for someone not focused on surfing every moment of the day, this was a great holiday. Thanks Marie for all your help along the way.
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Thursday 28 July 2011
Bill
Kandooma was a great place to relax and get away from it all. Big enough to feel you were walking off breakfast, lunch or dinner yet you are never more than a nice stroll from anywhere. We scored some great waves especially with Kandooma Right. Up to 10' for a couple of days and providing heaps of video and stills for a very memorable holiday. Thanks to all the dining staff (especially Siva) who really looked after our group and made everything so easy and special. Wish I was back there now. Cheers Bill
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Thursday 21 July 2011
Nick
Regards Nick Dear Gina, we have just got back from 1 week in Kandooma and we had a fantastic time. The resort was excellent and the food sensational. We were lucky to have the pick of the surf right outside our villa’s at Kandooma Right, though we did make use of the boat trips organised by Mark the Perfect Wave guide to see some of the local alternatives. This was a “boy’s trip”, but I’d definitely recommend it for couples or those with young children. The Spa was also high quality and helped bend us back into shape after 6 hours surfing each day. Nick
Experience Begun: July 2011
Created on: Wednesday 20 July 2011
Warren
We enjoyed a fantastic relaxing holiday in the Maldives. TPW took care of everything including the extension of our holiday once we were there. Kandooma catered for me and my non surfing girlfriend perfectly. The food and service were amazing and the whole resort it kept spotless. Our villa was right on the surf break which was perfect to wake to. Highly recommended resort and service from Marie & TPW.
Experience Begun: June 2011
Created on: Monday 18 July 2011
Alessandro
Hi! We have been to Kandooma with two children (2 and 6 y/o). The Duplex villa was really nice and well located in front of the break! The food was excellent and people from the kid's club very friendly as all the staff. We travelled at the very beginning of the surf season, but the quality of the waves was pretty good, nice people in the water.
Experience Begun: April 2011
Created on: Monday 30 May 2011
Joel and Janelle
G'day Jamie, Mate thanks for every thing you and Marie done for us in planning our honeymoon/surf trip. The duplex they put us in was true to your word absolutely amazing, right on the take off zone for the right. The staff at the resort are very welcoming and can't do enough for you. We managed to get three good days of surf, two out the front where Charlie and myself were the only ones out exchanging head to head and a half barrels for about 3hrs. The other days were smaller but still really fun. Mate i can't speak highly enough of Charlie as a surf guide, the resort seems to attract some very average surfers but he manages to keep them all happy and get everybody there fair share of waves. The only down fall about the trip was that we had to leave after 10 days, another 10 would of been perfect... Jamie thanks again to you and your staff and as the second trip we've booked through you we have not been disappointed yet. Speak to you soon for the next adventure. Joel and Janelle
Experience Begun: May 2011
Created on: Thursday 26 May 2011
David
The trip was great, We got waves almost every day and were in the water for around 8 hours. the resort was beautiful as well as the food and drinks, And staff are excellent Thanks a lot for helping with the organisation of everything, Its greatly appreciated. I will be telling my friends about you guys. Kind Regards David
Experience Begun: April 2011
Created on: Tuesday 17 May 2011
Romain
Hi Marie, We came back yesterday from Kandooma and I wanted to thank you for the time you spend organising with us our honeymoon. We had an amazing trip. The resort is really beautiful, the rooms are great. We also have the chance to have waves everyday and Kandooma right is really an amazing wave with never more than 5-6 people n the water.
Experience Begun: May 2011
Created on: Tuesday 10 May 2011
Steve
It was a great trip the weather was great the surf got better by the day and was fantastic at the end.The resort was exellent and so are the staff. Made some friends for life. Thanks Jamie and Charlie and thanks very much Gina. Cheers Steve
Experience Begun: April 2011
Created on: Monday 09 May 2011
Jo
Hi there! Yes can' t believe we've been back a week! Mate it was fantastic!, surf not great but picked up at end of week and where our villa was it was just a stumble across the sand. All good, food was great we thought - had not expected it to be so good, but I was suprised how reasonable it was for price - and try as I might I could not drink my way through the premium package :-)! but it was lovely. The deck was great to chill out on and the kids had a great time and did not want to leave. Have passed your details on to a load of people so hopefully there are some coming your way. Thanks again for all your help. The attention to detail, especially when am trying to figure out what will suit the kids was great. Cheers Jo
Experience Begun: April 2011
Created on: Monday 02 May 2011
Rowan
Hello Rhonda In short, we had a fabulous time and will no doubt be going back. The weather was fantastic and the sun shone the whole time we where there, very happy campers as they say. As it was January, there was little to no surf, but I did not take a board so wasn't expecting any, but did take all my diving gear and did 7 dives, which I very much enjoyed. Sonia and the kids had a wonderful time and we have lots of photos and memories of our trip Thanks for your email and hope all is well with you. Regards Rowan
Experience Begun: January 2011
Created on: Friday 28 January 2011
Jamie Gray
After spending 3 months living at Kandooma Resort, setting up the Surf program there with my family, i believe that i experienced everything that Kandooma has to offer and then some. the First thing i can say about the resort is wow, the accommodation and facilities are more 5 star than 4. The restaurant's and food never let me down once in 3 months, with quality, fresh and innovative meals every day, the whole family was catered for. The best thing about the resort is not the awesome pool, massive array of water activities to do, kids club, spa, gym or even the perfect right hand point break at your front doorstep. It is the staff! After spending many years visiting resorts around the world or the Maldives, it is hard to think of anywhere that compared to Kandooma for service. They all honestly care and bend over backwards to ensure each and every guest receives the service they deserve. If you are thinking of staying at this resort, DO It! You will not regret it.I had the pleasure of meeting many different guests over 3 months and i didn't meet one that didn't have a great time at Kandooma. Jamie Gray - Director - The Perfect Wave Travel Co
Experience Begun: May 2010
Created on: Tuesday 16 November 2010
Michael & Alina
Dear Gina, Kandooma Resort Maldives is an excellent holiday destination which I believe caters for families and individuals. A top quality resort that my wife Alina and myself and Jorja our 3 year old girl all enjoyed. (our 2nd time). The food was excellent, weather the same, accommodation and service unbelievable. The waves I shouldn’t say, but were world class. We have been in August/September and this year Apr/May with you and have had 3-6 foot plus waves. I’m not one to brag, but with minimal crowds (I mean minimal) and perfect conditions, you will want to go back. This is a gem of a place where you meet other nationalities not just surfers and have a ball. I like the idea that it’s not a surf resort, so non surfing wives or husbands can enjoy the Beauty of the Maldives. Thanks Gina Michael P.S. Love to go back!
Experience Begun: April 2010
Created on: Thursday 09 September 2010
Chris and Jordy
Hi Gina, Just thought I would let you know we had a GREAT holiday!!! We had a really good time with Jamie and his family - I fell in love with his daughter Kali. The place was beautiful and the water was as clear as you said. Chris got some really good surf as well. All in all - the best holiday we have been on and we will certainly be back. Thanks again for organising it all for us! Good luck with your wedding preparations. Chris & Jordy
Experience Begun: June 2010
Created on: Thursday 09 September 2010
Bruce
Hi Gina, Just letting you know our trip was sensational - I kind of went hoping it would be good, but it was a hundred times better than anything I'd hoped for. We copped a great swell, the resort was fantastic, our villa was right on the takeoff zone (at least until we got moved because the swell came over our part of the island). We met some fantastic people - Mark our surf guide was terrific and Jamie and his family were great too. On top of all that there were people with great cameras and we have some fantastic pictures. Thanks heaps for recommending Kandooma - it really turned it on for us! Bruce
Experience Begun: July 2010
Created on: Thursday 09 September 2010
Steve
Hi Rhonda, Just a short note to say thanks for a great trip to the Hudhuranfushi Resort, got the biggest swell in years (triple overhead). Everything went to plan with Perfect Wave, highly recommend doing business with Perfect Wave again. Resort was spotless with great service. Definately booking next year as soon as I can confirm dates I will contact you to make all the bookings. Once again thanks for a great holiday. Steve & Leanne Lewis
Experience Begun: July 2010
Created on: Tuesday 31 August 2010
Jessica
Hey Rhonda Sorry I've been meaning to email you for ages to thank you for your help with organising our honeymoon. We had an amazing time and loved Kandooma. The water villas were incredible! Would definately recommend it and would like to go back ourselves one day - in surf season for the hubby!! Thanks again so much! Jess x
Experience Begun: February 2010
Created on: Friday 26 March 2010
Lauren
Our trip to Kandooma was amazing!!! We had such a great time! The resort was beautiful and all the staff extremely friendly. We tried to get out and do something different everyday - whether it be snorkelling, cruising, surfing or playing volleyball. We also dined on some really lovely food, the chef at the Kitchen restaurant even met with us one day to discuss anything we might like off the menu, resulting in yellow fin tuna sashimi (caught that day!) and a lobster pasta to die for. The surf guide Brian and his partner were really lovely, taking us to some amazing breaks and even to Manta Point where I was lucky enough to snorkel with 8 manta rays! I think my partner would have to say that the best part was the surfing, the waves were just incredible being minimum head high. His favourite was actually Kandooma Right which literally breaks onto the shore of the island, and there were about another 4 within 20 minutes of the resort. Our sincerest thank you for our increased luggage allowance - after 5 days in Singapore we wouldn't have made it to Male without it! We have already set the wheels in motion to head over there again next year Lauren - WA Sept09
Experience Begun: September 2009
Created on: Friday 12 February 2010
Kim and Glenn
Hi Gina, Just a quick email to say that we're back from our trip to the Maldives and to thank you for your help with our Kandooma Booking. Glenn and I had a WONDERFUL time at Kandooma - thought the resort and island were great, accommodation fantastic, food superb, staff always friendly and helpful without being pushy, infinity pool gorgeous (complimentary iced water and sunscreen at the pool appreciated) - plus all the included extras like the fresh orange juice + press/teas/fresh coffee/ipod speakers/gorgeous shampoos + shower gels in the bathrooms etc really added to the experience. (Not to mention the cocktails and tapas at the The Deck and the best massage I have ever had in the Spa - 2 hours of total bliss:) And fantastic snorkelling nearby! As you can see I'm quite happy to rave about it. Their occupancy was only about 40% while we were there which is a shame for them, but I guess it was the off-season - we hope they do well, with all their fresh innovative ideas, they deseve to! The weather wasn't great while we were there - very windy, and Glenn didn't get great surf but good enough for him to have some fun waves and to see the area's potential and he's quite keen to return again, but maybe at a slightly different time of year. Pele was a lovely guy and happy to do or go anywhere to look for a surf (as were the other guys in the water activity centre) and the speedboat they took him out on was luxurious. He also had some good waves at the Kandooma right - we've already figured out which villa we might request next time which looks out over the break! Anyway, as you can see, we had a great time and look forward to returning again in the not too distant future. Regards, Kim and Glenn - NSW May09
Experience Begun: January 2008
Created on: Friday 12 February 2010
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