MALDIVES - EXTREME SOUTH

Maldives - Extreme South

Heads up Topwater Junkies! Saltheads and Equator Fishing have partnered up to bring you an adrenaline pumping, rod bending, reel screaming, topwater yellow fin tuna fishing experience!

Operating out of Maamendhoo, in the Gaafu Alif Atoll, the Equator Fishing & Village Life team are the only sport fishing charter & guesthouse operators based in the extreme south of the Maldives.

With local knowledge "and" intimate understanding of their fishing grounds, the Skipper and crew are consistent in putting anglers from all over the world onto trophy sized fish.

You will be fishing onboard a 31 Foot Sportfisher with a cabin outfitted with toilet. Powered by twin Yamaha 200HP outboard engines, the boat is equipped with VHF Radio, GPS, Fish Finder, Sonar, Rod Holders, Cooler Boxes, Flares and Life Jackets.

The Sportfisher can hold a total of 6 anglers comfortably and the front deck can accommodate 3 anglers casting at the same time.

The guesthouse has 6 air-conditioned twin sharing bedrooms with attached bathrooms. Meals are freshly prepared by the chef and served in a communal dining area adjacent to the rooms. Free Wifi is available and laundry services are provided at a small fee.

There is a cafe next to the guesthouse which is also operated by the Village Life team. Kick back with your mates and watch your favourite sports on the large screen while sipping on your favourite beverages and snacking on some tasty finger food.

Package Includes

2 Way Domestic Flights
2 Way Boat Transfer (Koodoo To Maamendhoo)
Accommodations & Meals (Full Board)
Water & Non-Alcholic Beverages During Fishing Trip
Tips ( Skipper, Deckie, Service Crew)
All Taxes (Green Tax, GST, Service Charge)

Package Excludes

International Flights
Insurance (Personal Travel Insurance Is Compulsory)
Fishing Equipment
Food & Beverage Ordered From Village Cafe
Excess Baggage Fee For Domestic Flights Exceeding 20kg

Trip Itinerary

Day 1	Arrival to Male Transfer via Domestic flight to Koodoo Speedboat transfer to Maamendhoo
Day 2-6	Fishing (Packed Lunch Onboard)
Day 7	Speedboat transfer to Koodoo Transfer via Domestic flight to Male Departure to Home Country

Terms & Conditions

A deposit of $5000 USD is required to confirm your group's booking.
Full payment is required 90 days before your trip.
All payments to be made in USD.
USD Notes must be in good condition and issued after 2006.
Deposit is non-refundable once trip is confirmed.
All anglers must secure their own Personal Travel Insurance covering deep sea fishing.
Saltheads and Equator Fishing Maldives are not liable for any loss or injuries.

Recommended Fishing Tackle

Yellow Fin Tuna Popping

Rod: PE6-8
Reel: SW 14000 / SW 18000
Line: PE 6 (300m Minimum)
Leader: 130lb - 150Lb
Lures: Poppers 100g-150g
Hooks: #4/0 - #5/0 Barbless
Rings: #9 - #10

Reef Casting

Rod: PE6-8
Reel: SW 14000 / SW 18000
Line: PE 6-8 (200m Minimum)
Leader: 150lb - 200Lb
Lures: Stickbaits / Poppers 100g-150g
Hooks: #4/0 - #5/0 Barbless
Rings: #9 - #10

Jigging

Rod: PE4-6
Reel: Overhead 2000 Size / Spinning SW 8000
Line: PE 4 (300m Minimum)
Leader: 80lb - 120Lb
Jigs: 80g-250g
Hooks: #3/0 - #5/0
Rings: #4 - #6

Other Useful Information

Maldives is a Muslim nation.
Alcohol can only be consumed in resorts with valid liquor licenses. They cannot be consumed in local guesthouses.
For ladies there are designated beach areas to use two-piece swimwear.
There is a foreign currency exchange located at the arrival hall of the international airport.
Sim Cards for local data can be purchased outside the international airport.
The prevailing exchange rate currently from US Dollars to Maldivian Rufiyaa is $1 USD to 15 MVR.
Flight time from Male to Koodoo can take between 1 Hour (Direct) to 2 Hours (Stop Over).
Maldives is in the GMT + 5 Time Zone.
Monsoon season in the South of Maldives is typically between June to October.
You MUST register before arrival and departure at https://imuga.immigration.gov.mv/