PNG Surf Report and Forecast: February – March 2024

Papua New Guinea surf trip report and forecast by Chris Buykx

Papua New Guinea surf trip report and forecast by Chris Buykx

Destination Tales: Jordan Heuer of Kandui Villas

Kandui Villas is a slick, Eco-conscious family Resort, located in the heart of the Mentawai, in the prolific Playgrounds Region.

Kandui Villas is a slick, eco-friendly family Resort, located in the heart of the Mentawai

Telo, Hinako and the Banyak Islands with D’Bora Surf Charters

The best 2024 family surf holiday in the world is….. offering 30% off now!

Kandooma Resort in the Maldives offers the best surf holiday in the world hands down, and right now we are offering 30% off all bookings.

Kandooma Surf Resort in the Maldives offers the best surf holiday in the world hands down.

PNG Surf Report and Forecast December 2023 to January 2024

Papua New Guinea surf report and forecast by Chris Buykx Swell Alert!

Papua New Guinea surf report and forecast by Chris Buykx

Our Top 5 New Surf Adventures For 2024

Perfect Wave is constantly searching the globe for the best surfing experiences. This is one of the most fun parts of our business.

Perfect Wave is constantly searching the globe for the best surfing experiences.

Bali remains a rite of passage for young surfers for good reason

Whether you are a young bunch of 18 to 25 year olds wanting to stay on the Bukit, singles wanting to bar hop in Seminyak, families who want

Words and photos by Cruz Horvath.

Maldivian Perspective

Surf travel insights from a regular.

Surf travel insights from a regular.

Maldives Surf Forecast – early May 2021

Those that are due to travel in the next couple of weeks in the first half of May 2021 have plenty to look forward to.

Those that are due to travel in the next couple of weeks have plenty to look forward to.

7 Things You Should Know About Surfing in the Maldives

Brian James knows a thing or two about the surf in the Maldives after 18 seasons surfing and guiding with Perfect Wave.

After 18 seasons surfing & guiding with The Perfect Wave, he know a thing or two!

Top 4 Maldives Surf Resorts To Visit In 2024

Get ready to ride the waves, soak up the sun, and create cherished memories in the stunning paradise that is the Maldives. Let's dive in!

Get ready to ride the waves, soak up the sun, and create cherished memories in Maldives.

F.U.N. Follow Under Nobody!

When I was five years old, my mother always told me that happiness was the key to life. When I went to school, they asked me what I wanted

When I was five years old, my mother always told me that happiness was the key to life.

Coal Coast Clarrie

Portfolio showcasing the personality, photography and incredible surf around the northern suburbs of Wollongong where Clarrie Bouma resided

A bio and portfolio showcasing the personality and photography of Clarrie Bouma.

What Is It Like On A Maldives Surf Charter Right Now?

Fresh from a successful charter, The Perfect Wave Maldives General Manager, Liuttey shares with us some of the stoke from the surf season

Perfect Wave Maldives GM, Liuttey shares with us some of the stoke from the surf season

The Opportunity of a Lifetime to Score Empty Maldivian Perfection at up to 50% OFF

Score The Most Perfect Wave Of Your Life In The Most Uncrowded Maldivian Line Ups In Decades

Score The Most Perfect Wave Of Your Life In The Most Uncrowded Maldives surf in decades.

Goofy Or Natural, Young Or Old, The Maldives Is a Surf Paradise For All

We all know that the Maldives is a tropical island paradise, one google search and we're bombarded with stunning photos. This is why!

We all know that the Maldives is a tropical island paradise, one google search and we're b

We Discuss Life & Lenswork With The Maldives Surf Photographer

Hupa Ibrahim is one of Maldives' renowned photographers, specialising in underwater, drone and lifestyle surf photography.

Hupa Ibrahim is one of Maldives' renowned photographers, specialising in underwater, drone

Magnificent May Daze On Queensland’s Gold Coast

The Gold Coast has it all, world class pointbreaks and myriad of punchy, often hollow beach breaks. For surfers it is the complete package.

The Gold Coast has it all, world class pointbreaks and myriad of punchy, often hollow beac

My First Wave Pool Experience At URBNSURF Melbourne

With a smile from ear to ear you want more and paddle back up the line up to do it all again. The crew have faces lit up like christmas tree

With a smile from ear to ear you want more and paddle back up the line up to do it all aga

Lockdown Tease From Where You’d Rather Be Part 5: Hollow Trees Resort

Waves have been pumping, a few days ago it was mind blowing! You can see on the video we shot in April how mental it has been. 

Waves have been pumping, a few days ago it was mind blowing!

What Is Life Like At Kandooma Surf Resort During Covid-19 Lockdown?

Maldivian lineups are empty, eco-systems are breathing, and our entire team are frothing

Maldivian lineups are empty, eco-systems are breathing, and our entire team are frothing

Lockdown Tease From Where You’d Rather Be Part 2: Mentawai

A glimmer of hope is firing up the imaginations of surfers, many of us are inevitably starting to dream of where we would rather be surfing

A glimmer of hope is firing up the imaginations of surfers, many of us are inevitably star

What would Tom Curren Do During Corona?

Locals Only? Open or Closed? Our Beaches Now!

7 Budget Surf Holidays That Tick All The Boxes

There are a several holiday destinations that ooze luxury and class yet are affordable for everyone. Read more to find out!

Livin' the good life and surf perfect waves without burning a giant hole in your bank

The Top 5 Best Surf Spots in France

With all the wonderful destinations available for an incredible surfing holiday in France, researching the right beach for you is important.

All the wonderful destinations available for an incredible surfing holiday in France.

Here’s Why Surfing In The Maldives Is Such a Big Deal

The Maldives is frequently on any traveler’s bucket list, but what’s the big deal about surfing here?

The Maldives is frequently on any traveler’s bucket list, but what’s the big deal?

Top 4 Underrated Surf Spots in Brazil

Brazil has many secret surf breaks that will satisfy any surfer hungry for the perfect wave. Here are some of the best surf spots in Brazil.

Here are some of the best surf spots from all over Brazil.

10 Reasons To Visit Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives in 2020

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives is Perfect Wave Travel's number one selling family holiday destination.

Perfect Wave Travel's number one selling family holiday destination.

2019 Jimmy Barnes Surf Music In Paradise Aftermovie

An absolutely unforgettable experience, we're coming back in 2020 so check out tickets over at surfmusicinparadise.com.

An absolutely unforgettable experience, we're coming back in 2020.

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives 2019 Season Review

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives surf and yoga program is fully operated by Perfect Wave.

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives surf and yoga program is operated by Perfect Wave.

Lohis 2019 Surf Season Review

Hudhuranfushi is the most stunningly beautiful island, with ancient banyan trees, coconut groves and tropical gardens.

Hudhuranfushi is the most stunningly beautiful island, with ancient banyan trees, coconuts

Best Learn to Surf Classes for Kids In Australia

Surfing is a great sport for kids! It comes with a host of physical and mental benefits, they’ll make friends, get fit and confident.

Surfing is a great sport for kids! It comes with a host of physical and mental benefits.

Watch: Shane Dorian X Perfect Wave In Surfing The Maldives

Having big wave legend, Shane Dorian, leading the way during your trip equates to one thing… an emphasis on chasing tube time!

Enjoy an incomparable surfing experience alondside a surfing legend, Shane Dorian!

Shane, Jackson Dorian & Friends Score Central Atolls Cylinders Aboard Carpe Vita

Shane Dorian, leading the way equates to one thing… the emphasis is likely to be chasing tube time.

Shane Dorian, leading the way equates to one thing… chasing perfect tubes.

Gallery: Shane Dorian, Family And Friends Surf & Explore Kandooma Maldives

Perfect Wave were beyond stoked when Mr Shane Dorian joined our hand picked team of global ambassadors earlier this year!

Perfect Wave were so stoked when Mr Shane Dorian joined our team of global ambassadors.

Surf Travellers Guide To Bali And Its Best Surf Spots

Due to the number of tourists visiting Bali annually, the island’s surf breaks have become completely accessible.

Due to the number of tourists the island’s surf breaks have become completely accessible,

The Pursuit Of Happiness: Searching for Stoke & Waves In Paradise

Surfing is just you and your surfboard riding waves in the ocean – with all of its constantly changing moods.

Surfing is just you and your surfboard riding waves in the ocean – with all of its moods.

Mahi Mahi Surf Guide Teases Us With a Perfect July

What a Week Of Entertainment For BL’s Bali Blast Off

Our Top 5 Favourite Experiences At Niyama Resort Maldives

March Photo Gallery At Niyama Resort Maldives

Join Us At Kandooma’s Brand New Yoga Pavillion

Top 5 Ultimate Luxury Surf Resorts

Whats Your Scene in 2019?

Surfers Needing Adventure With a Touch of The Exotic Choose Morocco

Imagine feasting on mouth-watering tagine dishes made with fish fresh straight from the Atlantic Ocean or lamb raised in the foothills of th

Imagine feasting on mouth-watering tagine dishes made with fish fresh straight from th

Look No Further Than A Kai Dua Mentawai Charter

Batu Karang Boasts Uninterrupted Panoramic Views of Bali & Beyond

Playgrounds Unbeatable Location Gets You From Surf Check To Waves In Seconds

Discerning Guests Searching For Perfect Waves Choose S-Resorts Bali

Club Med Bali is a Spacious Beachside Sanctuary Perfect For Families

Focus On Improving Your Surfing At Padang Padang Surf Camp

Eat, Sleep, Surf Repeat at Kima Canggu Surf Camp

Forever Searching For Pure Stoke

Sea Rex Is 130ft Of The Finest Surf Charter Boat To Grace The Maldives

Steve-O from Jackasss a.k.a #MaldivianBadass Scored a Trip on Perfect Hamathi

The Total Maldives Experience With Perfect Hamathi

Carpe Vita Is The Surf Charter Fit For Surfing Legends

Ratu Motu Travels the Indonesian Archipelago in the Lap of Luxury

Not All Those Who Wander Are Lost

Surfers are definitely one of the most nomadic of tribes.Whether we’re on recreational surfaris with friends, cruisey island hops with a p

Surfers are definitely one of the most nomadic of tribes.

Ono Niha Offers Fantastic Value For Exploring Telos, Banyaks & Beyond

Kelly Says Surf Maldives Social Diary

UK’s Funniest Surfing YouTubers, Kelly Says Surf, Maldives Episode

Cronulla supergrom Jay Brown waxes lyrical about his virgin Mentawai trip

Biarritz to the Mentawais: Trading French Dreams for Indonesian Reefs

Darcy De Clouett on his Memorable Oasis Mentawai Charter with Walshy and Jay Brown

Top 4 Videos From the Biggest Indian Ocean Swell in a Decade

East Coast Australia Lulls Whilst The Indian Ocean Spits A Decade Swell

A fresh pulse of Atlantic swell hits the iconic Cote Landaise

If you were to describe my ultimate surf experience it goes like this

A max swell of 19 second, 9 foot, SSW, just ripped through the Banyaks. 

Telescopes Has Been Firing The Past Few Months!

Social Diary: Quincy Davis

Social Diary: Leila Hurst

A Pot of Gold at the End of a Rainbow in the Maldives

Anthony Walsh Investigating Angles, Contours and Cylinders in the Mentawai

Fresh Frontiers: Why Nicaragua should be your next surf-trip destination?

World-class Indonesian wave Nias has been added to the World Surf League Asian Tour

MV Naera Acoustic Jams With Bob McTavish & Murray Patterson

EOFY Surf Travel Auction Supporting Perfect Foundation

Life Is Too Short For Average Waves, Just Catch The Good Ones!

Perfect Wave X Coastalwatch Indo Surfboard Guide 2018

Oasis Mentawai Surf Charter 2-11 May 2018 by Adam Duffy

Bob McTavish Explores Empty Maldivian Waves Onboard MV Naera

Who Said The Maldives Doesn’t Barrel?

Carve Surfing Magazine Is Giving Away a Maldives Surf Charter

Life-Defining Moments Perfect For Your Mum This Mother’s Day

The Wave Of Your Life Awaits!

The Top 5 Destinations For Everyone to Surf This Summer

Story Behind The Story Pt. I – Gideon & Chantal Malherbe

Lohis Early Season Surf Report March April 2018

Sean Holmes And His Crew Of South African Frothers Shred The Maldives

Women’s Pro Surfing Reunion Hosted by 1990 World Champion Pam Burridge

One Man Samoan Adventure Legend

From Where You’d Rather Be | Cyclone Gita Delivers At Kirra

Springtime Surf Experiences Around the Atlantic

Portugal, Morocco and the Canary Islands are fantastic options for a quick weekend or weeklong springtime surf getaway from the UK and the c

Portugal, Morocco and the Canary Islands are fantastic options for a quick weekend or week

Vegas Club OMNIA Just Launched An Extremely Lush Dayclub In Bali

The Drought Breaking Summer Swell, Mid January 2018 in Southern NSW

Real or Unreal | Wave Pool or Natural Swell

The Southern Atolls Of The Maldives Are The Ultimate Surfers Playground

The Perfect Wave Visits Kelly Slaters Wave Pool

Surf, Spirit and Adventure in Morocco

From 14 to 21 November, ten very lucky people took part in the first Surf & Balance Retreat at the luxurious, relaxing beachfront Robinson C

From 14 to 21 November, ten very lucky people took part in the first Surf & Balance Retrea

PNG Surf Report January 2018 | Huey Continues His Kindness

Barrels Before Beer, Beatings Ahead of Meetings

PNG Surf Report December 2017 | Japan, The Skipper & Ungalik Surf Club

Giving Back Through Education & Surf Travel

PNG Surf Report November 2017 | A Sensational Start to the Season

Lohis Surf Report: Recap of the 2017 Surf Season at North Male Atoll in the Maldives

A Place without a Postcard: Surfing Central Atolls, Maldives, with Sean Holmes

August & September in the Maldives has been Mental!

Family Surf Trips: Families That Play Together Stay Together

Hudhuranfushi Surf Report: Lohis on the pump! Late July 2017

Surfing Nias and Banyaks: From the Inside, Looking Out!

Ideal Surfboard Quiver for the Maldives Surf Trip? Experts Share their Top 5

Thinking about a Maldives surf trip?Of course, deciding on which region, whether that be North Male, the Central or Southern Atolls is key.

One of our experienced, professional, surf experience specialists will discuss best times.

Happy International Surfing Day From The Perfect Wave

The Maldives TOP 10 Surf Trips for up to 30% LESS

Barton Lynch, Bob McTavish and 2 Magnificent Weeks Surfing in the Maldives: May 2017

You can save up to 30% OFF 2017 Maldives Surf Charters right now!

How to surf away from the crowds this summer?

Opening the season on board the Mavaahi, Maldives surf charter: Surf Report

Early Season Maldives Surf Report Tease

Surfing Vanimo: One of the most uncrowded, fun right handers in the world…

Which surfing icon would you most like to go on a surf trip with?

Visit a Real Fun Park: Garden of Eden with Waves

Banyak Islands: A Fresh Surfing Frontier with Fun, Hollow Waves

Where is the best place to improve your surfing in 2017?

What’s the Most Consistent Surf Break in the Maldives?

GREAT DEAL: Kandooma Resort

Surfing PNG – Perfection on the PNG Explorer

Travellers Tales: Surfing Taiwan in October

Kauai: A Surf Adventure in Jurassic Park

Where to go surfing this winter?

16 Years Surfing the Maldives – Never seen anything like this

Tales from the PNG Explorer

SSG Maldives All Girls Cobia Surf Charter

A Personal Invite to a New Bali Secret Spot

2017 Maldives Surf Season Teaser – Mouth-watering images + Barton Lynch Interview

Fun, Uncrowded Waves for the Whole Family on TPW’s Exclusive Surf Island

VOTE: “Barrels or Fun Waves?” You Decide!

Pam Burridge on her trip to Kandooma, the Maldives (Interview)

3 Good Options for Quality, Uncrowded Surf

Do you want to get away from crowds? The hardcore and aspiring pro surfers all head in one direction - the North Shore of Oahu.

Where can I go between October and March to maximise the opportunity for perfect surf?

Mentawai Surf Photography Trip with Sprout Daily

Up for a summer of uncrowded waves?

Shane Dorian: Sultans is the best old boy wave in the world

July from the sky: Maldives July 2016 Cobia Surf Charter

Watch Taj Burrow, Shane Dorian, Machado, Jamie O and other pros Ripping At Sultans

California dreaming… Huntington Beach surf holidays

Know your Rights! Surfing in Bali – East Coast Delights

Who are the girls behind an all-girls surfing community SheSurfs?

SheSurfs is a fast-growing all-girls surf fraternity run by 2 bubbly characters from the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Mikala & Hayley

SheSurfs is an all-girls surf fraternity run by 2 bubbly characters from Sydney