Pasta Point Surf Guide
Surf spot guide
Pasta Point Surf Guide
Perhaps the most famous wave in the Maldives, this is where Tony Hussein-Hinde set up Atoll Adventures in the early '90s. Its name comes from the fact that the island used to be an Italian resort -- and after surfing the perfect lefts all day your arms will most certainly be noodled. Pasta Point is indeed probably the best left out here, as it picks up the most swell, is the least affected by wind, and offers a 100-yard-long tubing wall for your pulling-in enjoyment. The fast takeoff section leads straight into the so-called "Macaroni Bowl" tube section and then mellows for a couple top turns before the inside shallow racetrack, called Lockjaws.
Ability Level
Intermediate - Advanced
Intermediate to advanced
Local Vibe
Welcoming
Fairly relaxed.
Crowd Factor
Mellow
Mellow to very busy.
Spot Rating
Perfect
Really good.
Shoulder Burn
Medium
Medium
Water Quality
Clean
Clean
Hazards
The Macaroni Bowl and Lockjaw sections are capable of hurling you into the coral reef.
Bring Your
Shortboard
Access
Guests paddle straight out from the resort.
Bottom
Coral.
Best Season
April-October
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