The Maldives is a Mecca for some of the most perfect waves and scuba diving in the world! Whether you like to surf, fish, dive, or do all three, the Carpe Novo has been designed to go above and beyond your needs. Carpe Novo is another upgraded sistership of the Carpe Diem & Carpe Vita, although bigger than both, catering for a maximum of 22 people in 12 cabins divided over 3 decks. Carpe Novo, like her two sisters, caters for dedicated scuba diving, surf charters and fishing trips.
Surfing Highlights
Cokes
Also at the eastern reef of North Male Atoll, this wave is a short but intense ride that is perfect for barrels with a steep barelling take off, then a very shallow inside section that opens up even more than the takeoff.
Chickens
Eastern reef of North Male Atoll. This long, excellent left-hander has two sections with an enjoyable, thin, peeling, racing lip. Best winds are NW-NNE (offshore). It was named because of the poultry farm on the island and is only accessed by boat.
Honkeys
One of the most consistent waves of North Male Atoll off the island of Thanburudhoo which is uninhabited. This is an excellent, long, world-class left-hander. Its mirror, Sultans, breaks on the other side of the island.
Sultans
Easy spot located off Thanburudhoo island on the other side of Honkey’s. Excellent and long right-hander that can become very walled and long but only with big swells from the south. One of the most consistent waves of the Male atolls that never closes out, even on large swells. It is best at high tide and with west to north winds.
Jails
Jails is actually the break off the island Himmafushi which used to actually have a jail on it. The jail has moved to a new one, but the name stays. This wave is a perfect right-hand reef break with a big wack able wall and fats sections to get a few cover ups. One of the most popular breaks due to the fact it isn’t a heavy wave and is normally a little smaller than its cousin Honkey’s across the channel.
Tucky Joes / Boatyards
South Male
Natives / Foxys
South Male
Riptides
South Male
Quarters
South Male
Inclusions
• Airport meet & greet at Male’ airport and domestic terminals by Perfect Wave ground services.
• Group return airport transfers.
• Accommodation in air-conditioned twin cabins.
• Dhoni support boat for flexible surf break access.
• Full Board – 3 buffet meals daily, plus snacks.
• Unlimited tea and instant coffee (Espresso coffee at extra cost).
• Unlimited mineral water with Perfect Wave refillable water bottle.
• 5m Dinghy (tender).
• Use of basic snorkelling & fishing gear.
• Maldivian Specialty Beach BBQ (Central & Southern Atolls only; when weather and surf permits).
• Maldives green tax
• Maldives GST.
• SGA Trained Expert Surf Guide.
• TPW Traveller Care Guarantee.
Extra Costs:
• Domestic airfares required from Male to Outer Atolls. Allow US$325 each way for airfare and board bag (max 7 foot, 25kg). Note Surfboards as checked luggage are restricted to one boardbag per surfer, Max 25kg and 7 foot (2m) in length. If you are planning on taking more than 1 board in separate board bags you could try taping all the board bags together so they present as just 1 piece of luggage. The surfboard weight is included in the passenger allowance of 25kg, for example: a surfer brings a suitcase + 1 surf bag, total allowance is 25kg. Note there is also a new “Oversize penalty” of US$100 if your boardbag exceeds these dimensions but can still be carried by the airline. But oversize boardbags are at risk of not fitting on the aircraft and could be left behind.
• Maldives Mandatory Service Charge (replaces tipping, allow USD$120 per person for 7-10 day charter)
• Photography service. US$50 for 10 photos of your choice. US$100 for full suite of photos. Camera used is a Canon 70D SLR and photos will be taken from land, boat or tender.
• Alcohol and other bar items such as Espresso coffee is available for purchase on board. If you have any special requests, please let us know well in advance and we will do our best to organize your favourite brand.
• Fuel surcharge for trips outside of Male Atolls (Thaa, Laamu, Dhaalu, Gaafu Dhaalu and other Outer Atolls).
Scuba diving
• Diving at US$95 per dive, Rental equipment, dive courses and retail charges
• Dive Insurance (mandatory) only if you will be diving during your surf trip
WiFi Packages
• 40 USD + 16% GST + 10% Service Charge for unlimited GB
• Repeater FOC wifi
Built : 2016
Port of Registration : Male’ / Republic of Maldives
Length (m) : 43 (140 feet)
Width (m) : 11 (36 feet)
Maximum Guests : 22
No. of Cabins : 12 (4 Junior Suites, 2 Single suites, 6 Standard)
No. of Bathrooms : 15
Air-Condition : In any enclosed area of the Boat and in each Cabin
No.of Crew : 10
Engine : Doosan Daewood Marine Diesel (Model No: V1 80219), HP 800
Fuel Tank Capacity : 2 x Tanks of 6,000 liters per Tank (Total 12 tons)
Navigation : GPS, Sounder
Communication : VHF Radio, Internet, GSM
Generators :
2 x Zenith Isuzu 65 KW Marine-Gen set
1 x Zenith Isuzu 25 KW Marine-Gen set
Electric Voltage : 220 / 50 Hz, 3 Phase, 24 hrs / day
Fresh Water capacity : 13,000 Liters (10 Tons)
Water Maker :
1 x WASCO Desalinator 700Liters / hr. 15 tons / day
1 x WASCO Desalinator 900 Liters / hr. 18 tons / day
Safety equipment Smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, life jackets, emergency alarm
Laundry Service : NO
Diving Dhoni : YES (L: 61 feet/ W: 20 feet)
Nitrox on Board ? YES
HP Compressors : L&W
Nitrox Gen : Nitrox L&W Membrane System
FA Oxygen on board : YES, 10,500 Liters
Dive Gear Rental : YES – Scubapro brand
Diving School : YES – PADI
The Carpe Novo has 12 comfortable cabins of different standards divided over 3 decks.
The different cabin types are junior suite (4), single suites (2) and standard (6).
All cabins have individually controlled AC, safety deposit boxes, life jackets and TV screens connected to central media system and their own private bathrooms.
The electricity voltage on board is of 220V and the plugs are of multinational type.
Floor plan
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Perfection Pass is the world’s first surf travel loyalty program. If you are a repeat client of Perfect Wave, please apply for your membership and enjoy the following extra inclusions if you book a trip with Perfect Wave Carpe Vita:
- US$50 off your bar bill, if you are a repeat Perfect Wave client and Perfection Pass holder.
Pricing & Packages
Upper Deck Junior Suites
Upper Deck Junior Suites feature individually-controlled air conditioning systems, as well as a king size (California) or two single beds, chair/desk/dresser, hanging closet, large windows, flat panel TV connected to central media system, private ensuite bathroom with dual sinks and separate shower.
Main Deck Suite
Main Deck Suites each have a queen size bed, desk/chair, dresser, hanging closet, large windows, individually-controlled air conditioning, TV connected to central media system, private ensuite bathroom with shower.
Lower Deck Standard
Lower Deck Standard rooms, each room provides individually-controlled air conditioning, one queen and one single bed, desk/chair, dresser, hanging closet, TV connected to central media system, private ensuite bathroom and shower.
The Charter
MV Carpe Novo is a 42 m long motor safari yacht with a wooden hull. Stylish and elegant accommodations await you on this elegant surf boat, Carpe Novo. Built in similar style to her much loved sister-vessels the Carpe Diem and Carpe Vita, the Novo creates ample space to enjoy life on the sea from each one of its three floors. The yacht has 12 comfortable cabins of different standards divided over three decks. All of which include self-controlled air-conditioning, safety deposit boxes, TVs and private bathrooms. From the upper deck restaurant area a staircase will lead you to the sun deck. On the sun deck you will find plenty of sunbeds and a shaded sitting area, which is also excellent for having your sunset drinks.
Activities
Swap your surfboard for a scuba tank and delve into some of the most pristine waters in the world, in a place where it is not uncommon to see Manta Rays and Whale Sharks and some of the most beautiful and friendly shark species on the planet. Beach BBQ (Central & Southern Atolls only; when weather and surf permits), Island excursions, the largely shaded bar invites you to linger, with a magnificent views of the ocean. Equipped with comfortable armchairs, it is an ideal place for morning coffee, all-day fresh drinks or the evening sundowner.
Surfing
Spend the morning surfing some of the most beautiful waves of your life. Picture a range of lefts and right-handers, everything from fun long walls, to pitching tubes over colourful reef. Experienced surfers love to come to the Maldives to score quality waves, from the popular breaks in the Male Atolls, to the lesser known, but just as good breaks of the Southern Atolls, there's a wave for everyone. Perfect Wave operate all our surf charters in the Maldives, so you plan the trip with our staff, you're met by our staff at the airport, and our surf guides will get you onto your perfect wave. Guaranteed.
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