Gili Lankanfushi has teamed up with Tropicsurf to offer luxury surfing lessons in the Maldives

Surf’s up. Guests staying at the idyllic Gili Lankanfushi in the Maldives can now learn to ride the waves at the island’s luxurious new surf shack.

The prestigious island resort has teamed up with world-famous surf company Tropicsurf, to offer surfing lessons to all ages and abilities. Tropicsurf specialise in delivering the very best surf expertise in the most stunning locations on the planet.

Whether you’re a total newbie or a ‘pro bro’, a surfing lesson set within the sparkling Indian Ocean promises to be truly unforgettable.

So how’s the surf in the Maldives? Well, Gili Lankanfushi is based in the North Male atoll where you’ll find some of the best breaks around. Beginners can hone their technique in warm, calm waters just a 10-minute boat ride from the resort. While thrill-seekers in search of a more challenging surf can travel a further 10 minutes, where they’ll reach the same famous stretch as the ‘Jails’ surf break.

Tropicsurf will operate all year round with world-renown instructors providing a personalised experience, whether that’s a lesson or a rip-roaring surf trip.

All lessons and trips are tailored to guests’ needs and available as a group or one-to-one session. They range from an hour-long beginner lesson to an all-day guided excursion.

Guests can hire everything they need from Gili Lankanfushi’s Surf Shack, with extras like specialised sun cream also on sale. Surfing lessons start at $125 an hour including for equipment hire, for ages 8+.

Gili Lankanfushi – Where and How

Gili Lankanfushi is 20 minutes by speedboat from Male’ international airport. Villas (based on two sharing) at Gili Lankanfushi in the Maldives start at $1,385 / night + taxes. Go to gili-lankanfushi.com to find out more.