Legend Series with Bob McTavish
Bob McTavish is a household name – the original storyteller, short board revolution pioneer, shaper, stylist, comedian. Bob will share a lifetime of experience on your voyage, whilst taking you surfing daily. We all dream of surfing perfection in the tropics, but the reality is we rarely get the chance to organise our mates let alone getting the opportunity to go with an absolute legend of our sport. This is an incredible experience where you can surf and hang out with a legendary pioneering surfer, shaper and journeyman.aboard an exceptional surf charter, Carpe Vita. The MV Carpe Vita is a luxury 38m (125 feet) long motor safari yacht with a wooden hull, boasting a total of 10 cabins divided over 3 decks and can cater for a maximum of 20 guests.
Surfing Highlights
Ying Yang
One of the most consistent spots in the area that has a long inside section and can produces some incredibly hollow barrels.
Machines
Inside Mikados
Powerful waves with fast, hollow walls. Can produce some awesome barrels and considered one of Maldive’s best waves.
Mauroofs of Kasabu
A break outside Kudahuvadhoo island is a right-hander works best on light N/NW winds and a good southwest swell.
Veyvah
Perfect left hander with long wall. Easy take off with several options with long rides. Not too heavy – great fun.
Pricing & Packages
Upper Suite
Includes 7 nights accommodation on a twin share basis, all meals, return airport transfers, Perfect Wave surf guides. Upper deck VIP rooms features individually controlled air conditioning systems, as well as a king size (Canadian) or super single beds, dresser, hanging closets, large windows, flat panel TV/HD player, private ensuite bathroom with dual sinks, separate shower and bath. Staterooms 1&2
Main Superior
Includes 7 nights accommodation on a twin share basis, all meals, return airport transfers, Perfect Wave surf guides. Main deck Superiorrooms,eachhave a king size bed which can be divided in two super singles and desk, dresser, hanging closet, large windows, individually controlled air conditioning systems, flat panel TV/HD player, private ensuite bathroom with shower. Staterooms 3&4
Lower Standard
Includes 7 nights accommodation on a twin share basis, all meals, return airport transfers, Perfect Wave surf guides. Lower deck Standard rooms: each room provides individually controlled air conditioning, one queen bed and one super single bed, desk/chair, dresser, hanging closet, TV/HD player, portholes, private ensuite bathroom with shower. Staterooms 5,6,7,8,9 & 10
Bob McTavish
One man we know that has the power to remind us all of the way every surfer should view life is Bob McTavish. A man that has lived more than a few lifetimes of amazing experiences in his life and knows a thing or two about the history of surfing and board technology. Credited with the first shortboard ever made, as well as discovering many iconic surf spots, Bob is truly a surfing pioneer. Well, here is an opportunity to hang out with Bob in the beautiful Maldives. Not only will you bask on the luxurious Carpe Vita surf charter, surfing some of the most perfect waves in Maldives, but you’ll be able to surf, hang out and talk story a legendary pioneer of our sport/lifestyle. Talk short board revolution, travel, industry, the 60’s, 70’s... you name it, Bob has a tale. Oh yeah and by the way Bob still rips and is pretty much a frothing grommet that will be pushing you to paddle out for another surf with him.
The Vessel
The MV Carpe Vita is a luxury surf charter boat designed and built for guests that enjoy a full service surf & dive charter. The MV Carpe Vita is a luxury 38m (125 feet) long motor safari yacht with a wooden hull, designed and built by experienced Maldivian boat builders. It will be accompanied by a specially designed new 18 Metre (61 foot) Dhoni (diving & surfing tender) to meet the needs and comfort of both divers & surfers. The Carpe Vita has 10 comfortable cabins of different standards divided over 3 decks. The different cabin types are Upper Suite (2), Main Superior (2) and Lower Standard (6). All cabins have individually controlled AC, safety deposit boxes, life jackets and their own private bathroom with toilet and hot water shower. The electricity voltage on board is of 220V and the plugs are of 3 pins UK type.
Surfing
Carpe Vita sails throughtout the Central Atolls such as Meemu, Thaa and Laamu Atolls. Central offers spots exposed to all directions and for all levels, so there's always a left- or a right-hander well-protected from the predominant SW wind directions.. All spots in the Meemu Atoll are on a coast line facing to the east. All spots are close to each other so that you can change spots within a few minutes!
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