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Experienced Charter for up to 17 Persons!

The M/Y Conte Max is an excellent Surf Charter coming in at 33m in length. Originally launched in 2004, Conte Max is a well-maintained charter with tons of experience in Maldivian Waters.

Perfect for larger groups, Conte Max has 9 cabins and apple space on board for up to 17 travelers (22 if sharing double beds). Diving services are available on request.

The Boat

The Conte Max offers a variety of cabin options, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. There are a total of 9 cabins, a large dining area, and loads of space to relax after surfing.

Boasting communal open-air spaces on three decks, furnished with sun loungers, sun mats, and deck chairs. These decks offer guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the breathtaking Maldivian scenery, whether the yacht is sailing or moored in lagoons for the night. It’s the perfect setting for relaxation and taking in the natural beauty of the Maldives.

For those interested in diving, snorkeling, and splitting larger groups, the boat is equipped with a diving Dhoni, a traditional Maldivian boat. This is accompanied by two Coltri MCH13 compressors and a range of diving equipment available for hire (on request). 

The Surf

The Maldives is renowned worldwide for its perfect tropical surf. The M/Y Conte Max can be chartered to any area in the Maldives and we can arrange all possible routes. These vary greatly on the season, so we will always get you to the best area!

North Male offers the most famous waves in the Maldives and is the classic surf area. For those seeking more adventure and less crowded waves, then we would recommend the Central and Southern Atolls. These more remote regions are generally quieter with amazing waves on offer!

You can learn more about the types of charter and routes here and to read more about seasons and regions, check out our guide here! Our Expert Surf Travel Team is always here for advice on the best route for your trip.

Why We Love Conte Max

A well-maintained and beautiful luxury charter offering great service!

The charter can also offer amazing diving experiences, as well as surfing!

The well-designed and fitted-out guest cabins! Perfect to relax after surfing all day!

Ready to jump on board?

Accommodation

The Conte Max boat offers a variety of cabin options, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. There are a total of 9 cabins, including 1 cabin on the second deck with one queen-size bed and one single bed, 4 triple cabins with one double bed and one single bed, 3 twin-bed cabins, and 1 single cabin.

All cabins come with independently adjustable air conditioning and bathrooms are equipped with shower cubicles. Notably, there are no bunk beds, enhancing the comfort of your stay. The boat’s interior features a dinette with a bar offering a range of soft drinks and spirits.

The indoor saloon is furnished with comfortable sofas and includes a TV-DVD-Stereo area. The yacht’s furniture is made of beautiful Maldivian wood, and there is a recharging area for cameras with 220v electricity.

Food

M/Y Conte Max specialises in running surf and diving trips year-round, so they know how important good food is! The onboard chef prepares 3 meals per day, which are served buffet style for the group. Offering a wide range of options from Western, Italian, and Maldivian cuisines, there is always a tasty meal to enjoy!!

The team onboard M/Y Conte Max is able to cater for all tastes and requirements, so please let your Surf Travel Expert know your requirements prior to travel!

Alcohol is available onboard for an extra charge, so you can enjoy a cold beer at the end of a long day in the water!

    • Airport pick up
    • Number of nights as booked
    • Chef-prepared breakfast, lunch & dinner, snacks, tea, coffee and water
    • Access to the waves with auxiliary dinghy and dhoni

    Package doesn’t include:

    • Spirits and extra beers (available/optional)

Construction year: 2004
Length: 33 mt
Width: 10 mt
Dry dock: Every year
Draft: 3 mt
Weight (tonnes): 140
Speed (knots): 12
Cruising Speed: 12 knots
Construction material: Wood
Decks: 3

Dive Dhoni:
Length: t16 mt
Captain: 1
Width: 5,5 mt.
Crew: 2
Engine: Daywoo 120 HP
Overall people capacity: 22 pax
Toilette: Yes
Freshwater: Yes
Water tube: Upon request
Diving baskets: 24
Water tube for camera: Upon request
Ladder: 1
Safety buoys:1
Life jackets: 25
Fire extinguishers: 2
Emergency kit: 1
Dry dock: Every year
Oxygen mask: 1
Medical oxygen: 1 tank DAN
Generator: Kohler 55kw
Compressors: Electric

Crew:
Captain: 1
Dinghy Captain: 1
Engineer: 1
Diving Dhoni captain: 1
Room boy: 1
Diving Dhoni crew: 2
Waiter & Bar tender: 1
Masseur: 1
Chef: 1
Cruise director: 1
Assistant chef: 1
Diving instructor: 1
Divemaster: 1

Technical Details:
Engine: Yammar 405 HP
Compass: 1+ 1 in diving dhoni
Generators: 2 Onan 35 kw each
Fuel tank capacity: 4500 lt.
Fuel: Diesel
Compressors: Hydraulic system –on dhoni
Desalinator (volume per day)-
Nitrox membrane: No
Fresh water tank capacity: 6 tons
GPS with map1 + 1 in diving Dhoni
Electricity (v)220V + 110 V
Adapters: Yes

Safety Equipment: 

Medical oxygen3 tanks COLTRI 13 lt. (98% O2-200 bar)
Oxygen masks1 free flow/ 1 upon request
Nautilus Life Line12 (GPS devices)
Emergency kit1 (first aid medicines)

Main Area:
Dinette – Large area with restaurant (5 tables) and couches area with TV
Restaurant1 inside restaurant
Restaurant1 open restaurant
First deck: Covered area with couches & chairs
Second deck: Covered area with h & 10 sunbeds
Third deck /sun deck:Large sun deck
Massage area: On the second deck
Recharge stationIn the dinette, recharge area for cameras
Bar – Dinette
Bar Buffet with coffee/tea and water

Hot coffee /tea and water from dispenser complementary

Entertainment:
TV in the dinette – Flat screen
FILMSENG-ITA
MusicVarious
Fish ID books: Various
BooksMulti languages
DVD player: Yes
GamesCards and various
W-FIDinette
Tel.n. on board00960-7786770
Hard disk with moviesVarious

Cabins:
Double rooms4
Triple4
MusicNo
Safety jackets: No
PhonAvailable on board
SafeDinette
Towels: Yes
Sun towels: Yes
Cupboard: Yes
Shower gel: Yes
ShampooNo
Emergency light: No
Film TVNo
Wi-FiIn the room
Reading light: Yes

Safety:
Life rafts – Tender in fiberglass 6mt
Life jackets – 38
Safety buoys – 4
Radio1 + 1 in diving dhoni
Emergency plan: Yes
EPIRB: Nautilus Life Line (12)
Emergency kit: 1
Fire Extinguishers: 12
Location – Kitchen Engine room Staff room Restaurant While house Corridor guest rooms Bar Decks
Fire cover – 1 in the kitchen
Smoke detectors – No

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Experienced Charter for up to 17 Persons!

The M/Y Conte Max is an excellent Surf Charter coming in at 33m in length. Originally launched in 2004, Conte Max is a well-maintained charter with tons of experience in Maldivian Waters.

Perfect for larger groups, Conte Max has 9 cabins and apple space on board for up to 17 travelers (22 if sharing double beds). Diving services are available on request.

The Boat

The Conte Max offers a variety of cabin options, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. There are a total of 9 cabins, a large dining area, and loads of space to relax after surfing.

Boasting communal open-air spaces on three decks, furnished with sun loungers, sun mats, and deck chairs. These decks offer guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the breathtaking Maldivian scenery, whether the yacht is sailing or moored in lagoons for the night. It’s the perfect setting for relaxation and taking in the natural beauty of the Maldives.

For those interested in diving, snorkeling, and splitting larger groups, the boat is equipped with a diving Dhoni, a traditional Maldivian boat. This is accompanied by two Coltri MCH13 compressors and a range of diving equipment available for hire (on request). 

The Surf

The Maldives is renowned worldwide for its perfect tropical surf. The M/Y Conte Max can be chartered to any area in the Maldives and we can arrange all possible routes. These vary greatly on the season, so we will always get you to the best area!

North Male offers the most famous waves in the Maldives and is the classic surf area. For those seeking more adventure and less crowded waves, then we would recommend the Central and Southern Atolls. These more remote regions are generally quieter with amazing waves on offer!

You can learn more about the types of charter and routes here and to read more about seasons and regions, check out our guide here! Our Expert Surf Travel Team is always here for advice on the best route for your trip.

Why We Love Conte Max

A well-maintained and beautiful charter offering great service!

The charter can also offer amazing diving experiences, as well as surfing!

The well-designed and fitted-out guest cabins! Perfect to relax after surfing all day!

Ready to jump on board?

Accommodation

The Conte Max boat offers a variety of cabin options, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. There are a total of 9 cabins, including 1 cabin on the second deck with one queen-size bed and one single bed, 4 triple cabins with one double bed and one single bed, 3 twin-bed cabins, and 1 single cabin.

All cabins come with independently adjustable air conditioning and bathrooms are equipped with shower cubicles. Notably, there are no bunk beds, enhancing the comfort of your stay. The boat’s interior features a dinette with a bar offering a range of soft drinks and spirits.

The indoor saloon is furnished with comfortable sofas and includes a TV-DVD-Stereo area. The yacht’s furniture is made of beautiful Maldivian wood, and there is a recharging area for cameras with 220v electricity.

Food

M/Y Conte Max specialises in running surf and diving trips year-round, so they know how important good food is! The onboard chef prepares 3 meals per day, which are served buffet style for the group. Offering a wide range of options from Western, Italian, and Maldivian cuisines, there is always a tasty meal to enjoy!!

The team onboard M/Y Conte Max is able to cater for all tastes and requirements, so please let your Surf Travel Expert know your requirements prior to travel!

Alcohol is available onboard for an extra charge, so you can enjoy a cold beer at the end of a long day in the water!

    • Airport pick up
    • Number of nights as booked
    • Chef-prepared breakfast, lunch & dinner, snacks, tea, coffee and water
    • Access to the waves with auxiliary dinghy

    Package doesn’t include:

    • Spirits and extra beers (available/optional)

Construction year: 2004
Length: 33 mt
Width: 10 mt
Dry dock: Every year
Draft: 3 mt
Weight (tonnes): 140
Speed (knots): 12
Cruising Speed: 12 knots
Construction material: Wood
Decks: 3

Dive Dhoni:
Length: t16 mt
Captain: 1
Width: 5,5 mt.
Crew: 2
Engine: Daywoo 120 HP
Overall people capacity: 22 pax
Toilette: Yes
Freshwater: Yes
Water tube: Upon request
Diving baskets: 24
Water tube for camera: Upon request
Ladder: 1
Safety buoys:1
Life jackets: 25
Fire extinguishers: 2
Emergency kit: 1
Dry dock: Every year
Oxygen mask: 1
Medical oxygen: 1 tank DAN
Generator: Kohler 55kw
Compressors: Electric

Crew:
Captain: 1
Dinghy Captain: 1
Engineer: 1
Diving Dhoni captain: 1
Room boy: 1
Diving Dhoni crew: 2
Waiter & Bar tender: 1
Masseur: 1
Chef: 1
Cruise director: 1
Assistant chef: 1
Diving instructor: 1
Divemaster: 1

Technical Details:
Engine: Yammar 405 HP
Compass: 1+ 1 in diving dhoni
Generators: 2 Onan 35 kw each
Fuel tank capacity: 4500 lt.
Fuel: Diesel
Compressors: Hydraulic system –on dhoni
Desalinator (volume per day)-
Nitrox membrane: No
Fresh water tank capacity: 6 tons
GPS with map1 + 1 in diving Dhoni
Electricity (v)220V + 110 V
Adapters: Yes

Safety Equipment: 

Medical oxygen3 tanks COLTRI 13 lt. (98% O2-200 bar)
Oxygen masks1 free flow/ 1 upon request
Nautilus Life Line12 (GPS devices)
Emergency kit1 (first aid medicines)

Main Area:
Dinette – Large area with restaurant (5 tables) and couches area with TV
Restaurant1 inside restaurant
Restaurant1 open restaurant
First deck: Covered area with couches & chairs
Second deck: Covered area with h & 10 sunbeds
Third deck /sun deck:Large sun deck
Massage area: On the second deck
Recharge stationIn the dinette, recharge area for cameras
Bar – Dinette
Bar Buffet with coffee/tea and water

Hot coffee /tea and water from dispenser complementary

Entertainment:
TV in the dinette – Flat screen
FILMSENG-ITA
MusicVarious
Fish ID books: Various
BooksMulti languages
DVD player: Yes
GamesCards and various
W-FIDinette
Tel.n. on board00960-7786770
Hard disk with moviesVarious

Cabins:
Double rooms4
Triple4
MusicNo
Safety jackets: No
PhonAvailable on board
SafeDinette
Towels: Yes
Sun towels: Yes
Cupboard: Yes
Shower gel: Yes
ShampooNo
Emergency light: No
Film TVNo
Wi-FiIn the room
Reading light: Yes

Safety:
Life rafts – Tender in fiberglass 6mt
Life jackets – 38
Safety buoys – 4
Radio1 + 1 in diving dhoni
Emergency plan: Yes
EPIRB: Nautilus Life Line (12)
Emergency kit: 1
Fire Extinguishers: 12
Location – Kitchen Engine room Staff room Restaurant While house Corridor guest rooms Bar Decks
Fire cover – 1 in the kitchen
Smoke detectors – No

Interested in the Maldives?

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Customer Reviews

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Customer Reviews

Omar AlJammaz 03/07/23

TrustPilot
Great travel options, great customer support, simplifying planing process.
Looking forward for my next trip.

Nina Ross 03/08/23

TrustPilot
Awesome holiday to Hudhuranfushi. Giulia was very helpful and quick to respond and overall we were very impressed with Awave Travel.
Lohi's is a private, on site, awesome left hander that just kept giving. Also had options of 2 daily surf boat trips that went to other local breaks such as Sultans, Ninja's, Cokes, Jails. The surf team are amazing and we scored great waves the whole time we were there.
Stayed in a Sunset family beach villa which was perfect for a family of 4, then upgraded for the last 3 nights to Ocean Villas, both great for different reasons!
Island staff are so helpful and welcoming, and there's a good variety of food options available. Lots of other things to do such as paddleboarding, jet ski-ing, spa treatments, yoga and amazing snorkelling - with sharks, turtles and rays! We also hired bikes to get around and do morning surf checks!
An amazing trip, thank you Awave and Hudhuranfushi!

Seb Speck 25/06/23

TrustPilot
We had an amazing time on the Mentawai islands booked through Awave Travel.
Giulia was very helpful and available at all times during the booking process. And we had the best time on the Mentawais on the Maki Boat. The staff were amazing. Raul the surf guide was very helpful, friendly and coached us on the waves. Kaique the photographer produced top quality pictures and videos from the water, boat and drone.
Overall very happy and would highly recommend it.

Tom Ward 18/06/23

TrustPilot
We charted Seafarer for a 10 day trip in the Maldives. We booked with AWAVE about 12 months before. James was super helpful, really responsive and just easy to deal with. We even made a very last minute change to go to the central atolls which he arranged pretty much straight away. The trip itself was unreal, great surf, amazing wildlife and scenery. If you’re thinking about a surf charter, do it and book through these guys!

Natasha Gronski 06/08/23

TrustPilot
Awave Travel is the best surf travel agency I have ever booked! They are very professional and responsive to my inquiries and are able to match me with a surf trip appropriate to my interests and skill level. They have an outstanding relationship and reputation with the resorts that they work with, which makes a difference in the consumer experience. Above all, the Awave staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about the areas they recommend, as they have actually surfed the spots and stayed at the resorts. For anyone who wants a hassle-free, no worries, relaxing and fun surf adventure, Awave Travel is the way to go!

David 05/29/23

TrustPilot
8 of us stayed at Hudhuranfushi for my 50th birthday celebration. The resort and services were amazing. James and the team at AWAVE stayed in contact from the beginning to end to ensure we had everything we needed. Great experience. Definitely looking forward to booking our next trip with AWAVE in the near future.

Alexandra Franz 05/31/23

TrustPilot
We spent amazing days in Morocco in Amouage. Was an amazing stay and the full surf package offered by AWAVE was great.
All the people were very nice and coaches were amazing. Booking was very smooth, answered all my questions and they took care of everything.
I took the coaching package and had a great time and learning. The teacher was great, very patient and explained everything very nice and calm. Felt safe all the time and had a lot of fun as well.
My boyfriend had the guiding package and he also had a great time. He was always taken to the spots that fitted his level and enjoyed the full when conditions were nice.

Alex Reuter 05/22/23

TrustPilot
We stayed at Ayada in Maldives and I can't be more complimentary of AWAVE! Awesome and patient advise over whatsapp on which resort to go to with extremely details local knowledge on surf conditions, wave spots, resort quality, which atolls to go to, etc. I followed their recommendation and it was spot on. Easy booking on short notice before the trip, can't thank James enough!

Stewart Cropp 05/19/23

TrustPilot
Our remarkable trip was 12 months in the planning.it was awkward to organize because there was so many people coming and going over our two week chartered cruise.
I can’t speak highly enough of AWAVE and more to the point ,the wonderful Giulia Manfrini. She is so caring and sweet and far above and beyond any travel consultant that I have ever worked with
Thankyou Giulia for all your prompt answers to my gazillion questions
You are “Simply the best”.
Now onto the Carpe Diem
The trip of a lifetime was had by all 20 of us
The Captain and crew worked tirelessly to pander to our every whim
They would not allow us to lift a finger
Our Barmen Shawn and Cook ( still can’t pronounce his name ) were superb, the food was first class and varied and the alcohol flowed like a river
Our Surf guide “Seppe” found waves for us every day except for two while we travelled deep into the central Attols
We were greatful for the rest
We snorkeled with the sharks and visited uninhabited Islands spent an afternoon being spoiled at a high class resort .
All in all an Awsome trip

Diane 05/11/23

TrustPilot
James helped us organize our trip in April for my partner and I in the Mentawai.
First, lets discuss the service : James was super clear and reactive. We received a list of resorts with different price ranges and he provided all the elements for us to decide based on our needs and budget. We felt very supported for the organization and we even received so advices few days before leaving for packing.
I was a bit afraid as i'm not a good surfer so i reach out many times to understand how I could still try and learn and James always replied very quick and with all the info i need.
Then when we arrive : it was super well organized, everything went smooth and we fell in love with the place and people. We can tell they really worked on their resort selection and travel organization and we trust our next adventure will be as qualitative.
Already recommended their service ;).
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