Island hopping by sailboat with monsoon winds. Traditional dhoni boats and modern yacht charters.
Best Season
Surf: March–October (SW monsoon swell). Dry: January–April. Wind: May–November.
Wind
SW monsoon 12–20 knots May–November, NE monsoon lighter December–April
Water Temp
28–30°C year-round. Boardshorts always.
Best Months for Sailing
Dec–Apr
Skill Level
Intermediate to advanced — navigation between atolls requires chart plotting and reef awareness. Short hops between islands suit less experienced crews.
A chartered catamaran (38–45ft) handles the atoll crossings comfortably. The NE monsoon season has lighter, more predictable wind for island hopping.
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