Girls Retreats — Your Crew. Your Boat. Your Maldives.

Girls Retreats — Your Crew. Your Boat. Your Maldives.

What a Girls Retreat Looks Like

Ever dreamt of surfing perfect, turquoise waves in the Maldives with a crew of like-minded surf sisters from around the globe? That's exactly what this is.


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World-Class Surf

Expert retreat hosts guide you to the best breaks for your level. Two private speedboats during peak season for split-ability sessions.

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Sisterhood

Connect with like-minded women from around the world. Some of the best friendships start on these boats.


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Yoga & Wellness

Daily yoga, wellness sessions, and space to recharge between surf sessions.

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Incredible Food

High-quality cuisine onboard. Group dinners every evening. Fresh, flavour-inspired menus.

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Content & Photography

Capture dreamy content with expert photographers and creatives onboard.

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Island Exploration

Sandbar picnics, snorkelling, fishing, kayaking — and sunsets you won't believe.

Who's It For?

✅ This Is For You If...

✓ Longboarders, mid-length, and shortboarders

✓ Low intermediate to advanced surfers

✓ Low intermediates — ideal in Feb–Mar and Oct–Nov (smaller swells)

✓ Peak season (Apr–Sept) — bigger swells with mellow options, split by ability with 2 private speedboats

✓ You want to connect with like-minded women from around the world

✓ You're looking for more than a surf trip — an experience

❌ Not Suited For...

✗ Total beginners — you must be able to catch and ride your own green waves

✗ This is not a learn-to-surf program

2026 Retreats

Spots fill fast — check availability and book your place.

VIP: Kassia Meador & Laure Mayer — Surf Improvement

November 2026

Aboard Handhu — 90ft Motor Cruiser · Only 10 spaces

VIP - Apply Only

Waitlists available for following trips:

  • 07–15 Mar | Women’s Soulful Surf | 🔒 FULL

  • 06–14 May | Josie & Laure | 🔒 WAITLIST FULL

  • 15–23 May | Girls Onboard |🔒 FULL

Want to Bring Your Own Crew?

Don't see the right dates? We can build a private retreat around your group. Choose your boat, your dates, and your vibe — Shaun handles the rest.

Ready to Join?

Sun. Surf. Sisterhood. The Maldives are waiting.

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