The Surf Window

Honky's

North Male Atoll, Maldives

Reef breakIntermediate

A fun, accessible right-hand reef break in the North Male Atoll, Honky's is another beginner-friendly Maldivian option that delivers playful waves over a relatively forgiving section of coral reef.

Typical Conditions

The Surf Window

Swell Window

N
OptimalSSW (195°)
WindowSSE–WSW (150°–240°)

Wind

NE

Offshore

Tide

mid-high tide

LowMidHigh

Season

May–June

JFMAMJJASOND

The Wave

Type

Right

Bottom

Coral reef

Shape

Rolling, moderate right, accessible shape with some hollow moments on bigger swells

Length

50–120m

Skill Level

  • •Who it's for: Intermediate
  • •Why: More accessible than Cokes or Sultans, manageable reef waves for developing surfers in a stunning tropical environment.

Hazards

  • •Coral reef, booties and caution required
  • •Current through the pass
  • •Jellyfish seasonally

Local Tips

  • •Honky's and Chickens are often surfed on the same day, swap between them depending on which swell angle is working best.
  • •The Maldivian sunset from the water here is transcendent, time your last session of the day for the golden hour.

Location

Map showing the location of Honky's in North Male Atoll, Maldives

4.3792, 73.4847