Cokes
Cokes is the Maldives' most accessible quality wave—a fun right-hander named after the Coca-Cola factory on Thulusdhoo Island. The wave is forgiving on smaller days (perfect for intermediates), but can produce quality barrel sections when larger swells arrive. Staying on the island itself offers a budget-friendly alternative to expensive resort-based surf trips. This is democratic Maldives surfing—world-class waves without the five-star price tag.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- S (180°)
- Direction range
- 150° - 210°
- Size range
- 0.6m - 2.5m
- Ideal size
- 1.9m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- W (270°)
- Offshore range
- 230° - 310°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low to mid
- Optimal range
- 0.3m - 1.2m
Water temp
29°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
5/10
Crowd level
7/10
Access: Speedboat from Male (30 min) or stay on Thulusdhoo island.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Cokes?
Cokes works best on a low to mid tide, ideally between 0.3m and 1.2m on the local tide chart. The tide chart above shows today’s strike window.
What wind direction is offshore at Cokes?
Offshore wind at Cokes blows from the W (270°). Anything in the 230° to 310° range grooms the faces; outside it, expect chop or bumpy conditions.
What swell size and direction work best at Cokes?
Cokes wants S swell (150° to 210°) between 0.6m and 2.5m, with a period of 12s or more for quality waves.
When is the best time of year to surf Cokes?
The main season at Cokes is Mar-Oct. SW monsoon. Most accessible wave in the Maldives.
How do I get to Cokes?
Fly into MLE, then allow about 0 minutes by road, plus a boat transfer (around $40 USD). Speedboat from Male (30 min) or stay on Thulusdhoo island.
What kind of wave is Cokes?
Cokes is a reef break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 5/10.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
SW monsoon. Most accessible wave in the Maldives.
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