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Explore Thaa Atoll in the Remote Central Atolls!

Nestled in the secluded Thaa Atoll on the island of Thimarafushi, Stay Mikado offers the ideal blend of an authentic Maldivian experience and exceptional surfing opportunities.

With access to numerous uncrowded, world-class waves, Mikado provides the perfect escape from the crowds of the Male Atolls, allowing you to savor your own piece of tropical paradise!

The Guesthouse
Waves at Stay Mikado

Thaa Atolls enjoy an abundance of medium-sized, perfect reef breaks, the majority of which are right-handers. Unlike other island chains, the low number of boats and accommodations in this area of the Maldives keeps crowds low.

Inside Mikado, known for its pristine barrels, is the gem of the area and under the right conditions, it becomes tropical perfection. Adonis, Outside Mikado, Finimas Right and Left are a short boat drive away from Thimarafushi.

Bowling Alley, a scenic deep-water peak, and the left of Malikโ€™s, which can offer high-quality barrels, are reachable from the surf camp with a day trip.

From March to November, the swells are consistent and this is the best time of the year to surf in Thaa Atolls! For more information about surf in the region, see AWAVE Travel’s Maldives Surf Guide!

Why We Love Stay Mikado

Great quality accommodation at a really affordable price!

Surf in crystal-clear waters the remote, uncrowded, perfect waves of Thaa Atolls!

A range of waves, all within easy reach of each other! No long transfers to surf!

Ready to surf in the Maldives?

The Rooms

Stay Mikado offers 12 Standard rooms and 2 Family Suites. The Standard Rooms are perfect for couples and solo travelers, featuring a Double and an Ensuite Bathroom.

Large, modern, and homely, the two-bedroom Family Suites are ideal for families, featuring a master bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a separate living area.

The Cuisine

Discover the rich and authentic flavors of Maldivian cuisine with the delicious meals offered at Stay Mikado. Prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, each dish is not only flavorful but also provides the perfect energy boost needed for your surf sessions. Whether you’re enjoying a hearty breakfast before hitting the waves or a satisfying dinner after a long day of surfing, Stay Mikado ensures every meal is a delightful culinary experience.

In addition to the main dining options, thereโ€™s also a cozy coffee shop on-site where you can relax with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a refreshing beverage, making it an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy the tropical surroundings.

Activities

The guesthouse provides a variety of activities to help you experience the best of Thaa Atolls. Dive into the vibrant underwater world with a snorkeling excursion, or relax and take in the stunning sunset on a peaceful fishing trip.

Local Islands

Local Islands in the Maldives are outstanding and are the best way to have an authentic experience of the country. However, please be aware that it’s not possible to consume alcohol on the islands, due to their Muslim culture. Women can wear bikinis only at bikini beaches and uninhabited islands.

How to Get There

Stay Mikado can be reached from Male either by local ferry or domestic flight. Please get in touch with our experts to know the daily schedule and organise your trip accordingly.

Interested in Surfing the Maldives?

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Explore Thaa Atoll in the Remote Central Atolls!

Nestled in the secluded Thaa Atoll on the island of Thimarafushi, Stay Mikado offers the ideal blend of an authentic Maldivian experience and exceptional surfing opportunities.

With access to numerous uncrowded, world-class waves, Mikado provides the perfect escape from the crowds of the Male Atolls, allowing you to savor your own piece of tropical paradise!

The Guesthouse
Waves at Stay Mikado

Thaa Atolls enjoy an abundance of medium-sized, perfect reef breaks, the majority of which are right-handers. Unlike other island chains, the low number of boats and accommodations in this area of the Maldives keeps crowds low.

Inside Mikado, known for its pristine barrels, is the gem of the area and under the right conditions, it becomes tropical perfection. Adonis, Outside Mikado, Finimas Right and Left are a short boat drive away from Thimarafushi.

Bowling Alley, a scenic deep-water peak, and the left of Malikโ€™s, which can offer high-quality barrels, are reachable from the surf camp with a day trip.

From March to November, the swells are consistent and this is the best time of the year to surf in Thaa Atolls! For more information about surf in the region, see AWAVE Travel’s Maldives Surf Guide!

Why We Love Stay Mikado

Great quality accommodation at a really affordable price!

Surf in crystal-clear waters the remote, uncrowded, perfect waves of Thaa Atolls!

A range of waves, all within easy reach of each other! No long transfers to surf!

Ready to surf in the Maldives?

The Rooms

Stay Mikado offers 12 Standard rooms and 2 Family Suites. The Standard Rooms are perfect for couples and solo travelers, featuring a Double and an Ensuite Bathroom.

Large, modern, and homely, the two-bedroom Family Suites are ideal for families, featuring a master bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a separate living area.

The Cuisine

Discover the rich and authentic flavors of Maldivian cuisine with the delicious meals offered at Stay Mikado. Prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, each dish is not only flavorful but also provides the perfect energy boost needed for your surf sessions. Whether you’re enjoying a hearty breakfast before hitting the waves or a satisfying dinner after a long day of surfing, Stay Mikado ensures every meal is a delightful culinary experience.

In addition to the main dining options, thereโ€™s also a cozy coffee shop on-site where you can relax with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or a refreshing beverage, making it an ideal spot to unwind and enjoy the tropical surroundings.

Activities

The guesthouse provides a variety of activities to help you experience the best of Thaa Atolls. Dive into the vibrant underwater world with a snorkeling excursion, or relax and take in the stunning sunset on a peaceful fishing trip.

Local Islands

Local Islands in the Maldives are outstanding and are the best way to have an authentic experience of the country. However, please be aware that it’s not possible to consume alcohol on the islands, due to their Muslim culture. Women can wear bikinis only at bikini beaches and uninhabited islands.

How to Get There

Stay Mikado can be reached from Male either by local ferry or domestic flight. Please get in touch with our experts to know the daily schedule and organise your trip accordingly.

Interested in Surfing the Maldives?

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Customer Reviews

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Customer Reviews

Jose Luis Villalon 07/10/2024

TrustPilot
Great experience! Great communication throughout the entire process. A knowledgeable team giving advice considering individual needs and a great result at the end. It was a seamless experience and I will use them again for my next travel!

Stella 02/07/2024

TrustPilot
AWAVE Travel exceeded all my expectations! From the seamless booking process. The team was incredibly attentive and made sure every detail of our trip was taken care of. I can't wait t book my next adventure with them!

Xabi Fernandez 09/08/2024

TrustPilot
I stayed at Seasons Paradise 10 days in Maldives. Talked with Carlotta from Awave, it was really helpful every time! The destination was perfect, about to repeat! Good price ratings and perfect service both Awave and Seasons.

Christopher Tabone 03/09/2024

TrustPilot
My wife and I booked an 8 day surf charter on the Gahaa with a dedicated surf guide Moussa who was worth his weight in gold knowing what breaks would be firing and his knowledge of marine life and Maldivian environment enlightening for my wife and I. From the initial booking and contact Guilia at AWAVE made the whole process seamless communication was excellent. I have traveled extensively and surfed many parts of the world this trip truly exceeded my expectations the crew were incredible taking us to excellent surf and snorkeling locations. The boat itself is a converted fishing Dohni that exudes old world charm is clean and meticulously cared for. The meals prepared for us were nothing short of exceptional excellent variety and plenty of it a mix of western and Maldivian fare. We are definitely coming back and certainly using AWAVE again! Thank you Giulia and Moussa our trusted surf guide who gave us incredible insights into Maldivian culture.

Marco 02/08/2024

TrustPilot
Absolutely Recommended. Giulia and James are top professionals: I will be using Awave for all my future surf trips. I have been surfing for 30 years and travelled the world so I have dealt with a lot of agents. Awave is in the top spot as far as I am concerned. I spent 10 days with them on a boat trip in Maldivesโ€™ central atolls: not only their recommendations were spot on but being a boutique agency they tailor the surf experience to the very specific needs. They are surfers (real chargers) and know personally each spot and surf operator they recommend (wtether it is a guest house or a resort or a boat).

Michael Dunn 26/09/2024

TrustPilot
Absolutely amazing 8 day trip with my wife to Maldives visiting Club Med Kani. Carlotta at Awave travel was outstanding in organising everything and getting us the best deal,we are already looking at next year returning and will be sure to be booking with Carlotta and Awave again! Club Med Kani is outstanding for everything, Surf spot in island is Ninjas,easy paddle from shore! Food,drinks,staff,surf guides,brilliant!!! Accommodation excellent!! Tons of activities on island to enjoy, not just the surf!! Sailing, snorkelling, paddle boards, just to name some! Staff on the island added some very special touches to help us celebrate wedding anniversary also! Only regret was not staying 2 weeks!

Bruno 07/10/2024

TrustPilot
Great experience from start to finish. Giulia was awesome and helpful. I strongly recommend this travel agency.

Lissette De Boer 30/06/24

Google
Giulia was incredibly helpful in booking our surf trip! Strongly recommend using AWAVE for any surf packages. We will definitely be contacting her again. Thank you!

Fabs Alegria 19/05/24

TrustPilot
Trip of a lifetime. First and foremost I'd like to thank James Colston from Awave Travel, for assisting me in every which way to help book one of the most memorable experiences I've had in my life. He was extremely responsive and answered every single question I had, even the dumb ones haha. As for AYADA, holy dooly, that place is paradise! Absolutely breathtaking, I couldn't believe I was actually walking around such a beautiful island! Big love to the staff at Magu Restaurant, seeing as how I ate there pretty much everyday, they were amazing! Very switched on and quick off the mark to help with anything that was needed. A special mention to Dhaboa and the captain who took me out surfing! I cannot speak highly enough about their friendly, helpful and straight up on point expertise. With Dhaboa picking the spots to surf and tips on where to sit to catch the best waves on the day, to the wonderful captain himself, filming and sending me videos of the waves I caught.
Absolute legends! Made my surf trip! Best holiday I've ever been on to this date.

Carlos 30/06/24

TrustPilot
Reliable travel agency to book a surf trip - Both Giulia and James were very reactive and adivsed on the best options. In our case we made a boat trip in Maldives. It is the second time we use Awave Travel to do a surftrip to Maldives and we have had a very good experience in both cases. They are a reliable and trustworthy travel agency, I highly recommend them.
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