Who Do Hudhu’s? You do Hudhu’s

Hi all,

Hope you all appreciated how limerick like today’s blog title is, Dr Seuss would probably want to shake my hand.  Sadly having now exhausted my creative energy the rest of the blog will take on a more serious edge but luckily for you its going to be informative as well ……

So as promised we will be touching briefly on our Indian Ocean 2011 range to help you look forward to bringing in the southern swells (like you needed it). March heralds the beginning of the busy season for us as the southern winter storms start pushing swells towards the South facing breaks scattered around the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The distance these waves travel cleans them up and often you’ll be scoring long lines of ground swell accompanied by favourable or light winds. So for a lot of surfers it’s the season to be jolly. The Indian Ocean is a definite hit for surfers, the variety of south facing breaks and variable wave types have been calling surfers for years. No doubt the 2011 will be no different, so to help you decide we thought we’d give you the facts; a nuts and bolts version of what to expect at each of our Indian Ocean operators. Hopefully this will help sway those who are umming and ah-hing about 2011.

First off the mark is Hudhuranfushi resort.

In a Nutshell: Hudhuranfishi resort is a jewel in the Maldivian Crown. On its own island the resort is a perfect destination for any surf traveller, Single, Couple, Boys trip or Family all types are catered for- expertly. Great food, free drinks, extremely comfy accommodation and a world class, ultra consistent, left hander peeling perfectly within a 50 m walk from your fale. There’s not a whole lot that we need to say to sell  Hudhuranfushi resort, the place is paradise.

Where: Hudhuranfushi Resort Maldives, Male atolls

When: April – October

Who: Hudhuranfushi is a great option for every traveller type – Families, Couples or a boy’s trip with a few extras.

Why: World Surfaris are the Maldives experts (formerly operating as Maldives Surfaris) we have been sending surfers to the Maldives since 1989. We were the first company to offer surf trips to the Maldives, as for Hudhuranfushi we’ve been proudly representing the resort for well over a decade and we have established the kind of connections, trust and respect that you can only get from a long standing relationship – all this boils down to you being the safest hands when you book with us. But the below 3 reasons really separates us from the competition.

1. The World Surfaris exclusive surf pass is your ticket to ride. World Surfaris are the only surf travel company that can offer this service, the deal is that there is 30 surf pass transfers, World Surfaris have 20 so on any day there are 10 up for grabs. Often those 10 passes don’t go far, if you don’t want to caught out book with World Surfaris
2. Surf guides: World Surfaris employ two live in surf guides. Richard and Amy Kotch give you the rock star treatment, let you in on the secrets and get you to the right breaks from start to finish Richard and Amy really take care of you, your board and your surf needs.
3. World Surfaris have an allotment of 15 rooms from Mid April – Mid October we can instantly confirm your reservation and start your trip rolling. No fuss, just answers.

The Breaks:

Lohi’s Left – Left Hander breaking off Hudhuranfushi resort, you will have unlimited access to this break whenever you want. Lohi’s is long wakable left, with barrel sections breaking over coral.

Jail breaks: is a classic right-hander that was previously off limits. A long down the line right-hander with 3 distinct sections including a mid barrel section. Rides of up to 300m can be had when it’s lining up.

Honky’s:  is located near HP reef just North of Himmafushi Island. It is a fast wrapping left at 4-6ft and needs the right swell direction.

Sultans: An easy right-hand take off which leads you to an intense wrapping section at the end. Breaks 3-8ft. Please note: this wave is the most protected from the southerly winds in the North Male atoll and collect the most swell – so go there if it is small.

Chickens: is probably the fastest wave in the North Male atoll. This wave holds swell size from 3ft to well over 10ft and provides rides up to 500m long.

Ninjas: A mellower wave than others in the region the wave generally lacks shape so is tad more user friendly and good for cruisers. Ninjas get its name because of its popularity with Japanese surfers

Cokes: breaks 3-10ft and is fairly protected from the southerly winds that may affect other breaks such as “Lohis”. This wave has been well photographed and is the hollowest in the North Male atoll. This will test your tube-riding ability

Getting There: Flights daily to Male surf transfers included the Airport is 30 minute speed boat ride to the resort.

Your trip includes: 7 nights in air conditioned beach Fale Accommodation, Exclusive World Surfaris Surf Pass, expert surf guides, all meals, all drinks including alcohol and cocktails and all transfers.

Extra Activities: (may cost extra, ask when enquiring) Bars, Cafes, Restaurants, swimming pools, karaoke lounge, childrens park, souvenier, jewellery shops, internet café, day spa, TV, DVD’s, room service, tennis courts, snorkelling, water skiing, canoeing, kite surfing and Diving schools.

Additional services: Bicycles, baby sitting, laundry service, express photo service, porter service, reading lounge

Testimonial: We’ve got a tonne! All good from returned guests. Way too many to sum up in one handy sentence if you’re not convinced, have a read through and see for yourself – Click Here!

That’s about it, we can’t really sum up how awesome the place is especially for a surfer as for non-surfers you won’t find anything to complain about. It’s a great trip and one you want to do again and again and again.

Enjoy the pics and as always we welcome feed back so if you’ve got a comment, want more info or just gotta get it out leave a comment.

Next blog we will cover our new kid to the block, Kandooma Resort – stay tuned.

Cheers

WS