Honky's
Honky's is Sultans' powerful neighbor—a left-hand reef break across the channel that comes alive when bigger swells hit the North Male Atoll. The wave is heavier and more intense than its right-hand sibling, producing barrel sections over shallow coral. It needs more size to work, making it a complement rather than a replacement for Sultans. When both are firing, this corner of the Maldives offers world-class options in both directions.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- S (190°)
- Direction range
- 170° - 220°
- Size range
- 1m - 3m
- Ideal size
- 2.5m
- Height multiplier
- 1.03×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- E (90°)
- Offshore range
- 50° - 130°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- mid
- Optimal range
- 0.5m - 1.4m
Water temp
29°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
7/10
Crowd level
4/10
Access: Boat from Male or resort.
Best Season
Peak: Mar-Oct
SW monsoon season. Needs more size than Sultans.
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