The Maldives specialist since the mid-90s.

Three boats. Three experiences. One specialist; Shaun Levings — curating and managing the best surf and charter experiences in the Maldives since the mid-90s.

Three Exceptional Experiences

Misraab — 65ft Motor Cruiser

The Maldives your resort never showed you. Up to 8 guests. Affordable charters for small groups.

Handhu — 90ft Motor Cruiser

The boat everyone comes back to. Up to 12 guests. Rated No.1 Maldives surf charter for good reason,

SERAI Ocean Dream — 41m Superyacht

Your private floating estate. Up to 20 guests. 15 crew. Launched 2026. This is the ultimate in Maldives charters.

All charters are offered on a private group basis, so you’re welcome to book the entire vessel with any group size you like, up to the maximum guest capacity.

30 +

Years in the Maldives

Shaun has been running trips since the mid-90s. Not new to this. Not a middleman.

3

Products, One Specialist

Not an agent with 50 boats. Three curated experiences, each world-class.

Direct

From the Operator

No agent fees. No mass-market booking portal. You deal directly with Shaun.

Repeat

Guests Say It All

The best proof is the people who keep coming back. Read their stories.

2026 dates are filling — check what’s still available

Handhu - 90ft Motor Cruiser

July 1st –Aug 1st

Aug 29th–Sep 24th

Prime time for 11 night, Central Atolls Charters for 6-12 guests.

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Misraab - 65ft Motor Cruiser

May 10th–23rd, Jun 1st–21st,

Jul 9th–Aug 4th, Oct 21st–Nov 14th

May to Aug is prime time for 10 night Central Atolls charters or choose a Male’ atolls 7 night charter for 4-8 guests

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Meet Shaun Levings

Tourism industry veteran since 1985. Pioneer of Maldives surf tourism since the mid-90s. Shaun personally curates & manages every Island Hop trip — he is not an agent, not a booking portal, and not a call centre. When you enquire, you talk to Shaun. When you’re on the boat, Shaun’s team will cater to your every need. That’s the difference.

Read the full story →

 
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Our week on the Handhu was memorable. Amazing service, delicious 3 meals a day, super friendly and smiling crew, surf guiding on point. I can’t wait to come back !!!
— L’aure Myr
 

Life on the Water

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