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Our family had an unforgettable experience at Kandooma Resort. The island itself is breathtaking — pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a beautifully run resort — but what truly set it apart was the warmth and professionalism of the people.

During our stay, my son unexpectedly needed medical attention. We were incredibly fortunate to have Dr. Aiman on site. Not only was he thorough and knowledgeable with his medical care, but he also went above and beyond in rapidly organising my son’s transfer to hospital. He personally coordinated everything and made sure we felt supported at every step. I can’t thank him enough!!

Also a special mention to our chaperone, Zailam, who accompanied us throughout the process. He was attentive, kind, and ensured that everything ran smoothly — from communication to making sure we were comfortable and informed. His calm presence made what could have been a stressful situation so much easier.

Also thank you to the surf guides for their professionalism and knowledge really added to the trip.

Thanks to the professionalism and genuine care of the entire team — from the medical staff to the surf crew — our holiday remained a positive and unforgettable experience despite the unexpected challenge.

Kandooma isn’t just a beautiful resort; it’s a place where you feel looked after like family. We are deeply grateful to Dr. Aiman, Zailam, and the surf guides, and we would not hesitate to recommend Kandooma Resort to anyone looking for the perfect Maldivian getaway.

The surf setup at Kandooma with The Perfect Wave is honestly one of the best I’ve experienced. The wave right in front of the villas, Kandooma Right, is consistent, clean, and literally perfect. You can see it from your bed. Paddle out when you feel ready. That kind of access is rare. The wave itself works for all levels, from long rides to fun takeoffs, and if you want variety, Quarters is just a short boat ride away. It’s a beautiful change of scenery with a great vibe in the water. Steve runs the whole surf operation and does an amazing job. He’s calm, professional, knows the ocean inside out, and somehow manages to keep everything running smoothly while making you feel like you’re just out for a surf with a friend. Whether you need guidance, timing, coaching, or just someone to watch your wave and smile—it’s Steve.

What I really love about Kandooma is that it’s made for everyone. If you’re a complete beginner or your kids are just learning, it’s a safe and encouraging place to start. And at the same time, you’ll probably find yourself sharing waves with some of the world’s best surfers. They come here often. That mix is rare. It doesn’t matter who you are—everyone’s here for the same reason. It’s about joy.

Courtney’s yoga classes are another reason this place feels so complete. She’s the best yoga teacher I’ve ever had. Her sessions are intelligent, grounding, and somehow always exactly what you need. There’s the energizing morning classes, the fun challenge of SUP yoga on the water—where falling in becomes part of the experience—and the evening yin yoga, which is especially perfect after a long surf day. That class resets everything. It’s calm, candle-lit, and you walk out feeling like you’ve landed back in your body.

The marine life here is breathtaking. You can snorkel right off the beach and see turtles, baby reef sharks, and all kinds of fish. It’s alive. Bring reef-safe sunscreen. The ocean gives a lot. It deserves respect.

All in all, The Perfect Wave at Kandooma is something special. It’s not just about the waves or the place. It’s the people, the energy, the way it all flows together. I come back every year, and I’m already looking forward to the next.

Can’t thank Billy Randell and the team at Perfect Wave Travel enough. From start to finish, the service and support we received were outstanding – from the Vamoos app to the handy checklists, everything helped make the preparation seamless and stress-free.

Our teenage daughters had the surfing experience of a lifetime, and as a family, we had an unforgettable experience. A special shoutout to the Perfect Wave legends at Kandooma – Stevo and Courtney, Jinu and Minherl, Lola and Teigs, and the boat crews. Our girls couldn’t have been in better, safer hands. We were impressed by how the surfing program is run – with a strong sense of respect in the water and a focus on fun for everyone. This is surfing community at its best. We loved connecting with like-minded families.

A special thanks to Riza from the Holiday Inn, who generously shared insights about the Maldives, its islands, the resort, and local life. The staff were hardworking, warm, and full of good humour – a real credit to the resort.

We highly recommend Billy and the Perfect Wave Travel team, and the crew at Kandooma – we’re already dreaming of our next trip back!

My husband and I really enjoyed our experience through Perfect Wave! I just switched from a long board to a short board, so having an uncrowded break with a fast and fun wave was a perfect way for me to make the transition. The crew was professional, fun, encouraging, and an absolute pleasure to be around. I learned a lot watching them surf, and really appreciated the surf etiquette and respectful surf vibes of the Kandooma lineup. I saw a lot of first-time surfers level up their skills taking lessons with Barnaby and Lola. We will definitely be back to enjoy the boat trips, friendships, and racey Kandooma rights!

From the first phone call to enquire about Kandooma resort to the return trip home was all smooth no hassles, top advice from Charlie, the crew at the resort and Stevo and all the boys taking the boats out to other breaks everyday, jet skiing, snorkelling not to forget the girls there at Perfect wave sorting out my 8 year old daughter with surf lessons and the wife with yoga classes. Everyone I met at the island on holidays all said the same thing it was so easy to organise a surf trip that the rest of the family who didn’t surf had just as much fun.

We absolutely loved our stay at Kandooma Resort in the Maldives. Our accommodation was fantastic with views of the surf. The staff were fabulous, in particular Teigan, Lola and the surf guides. The Asian food at “The Kitchen” was next level. The community vibe at the point was great with drinks, music and daybeds for family watching the surf. The boats for the additional surf trips were outstanding. Would highly recommend to anyone!

Sylv was awesome and we had one week in the paradise of Maldives. Great waves, drinks and palm trees! All you can wish for! ☀️ //All the best! Adam & Linnea …

both during booking and when at Kandooma. Everything ran smoothly and our accommodation was outstanding. I also managed to get some great waves, the staff knew the best wind, tide and swell conditions for each spot and made sure we had a great time. Will definitely book through perfect wave again.

Wow, just returned home after a late season family trip to Kandooma, I would love to know if there is anywhere better in the world to go for a bucket list trip as a family of surfers, because we were blown away.

Thanks Perfect wave and IHG, the Perfect Wave crew made sure we found the best uncrowded waves in the region during our stay, this plus epic diving, snorkelling, fabulous food, perfect accomodation and friendly, professional service gave us the trip of a lifetime.

Thanks Lachlan and Kandooma team.