Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma and Barton Lynch Surf School in the Maldives

The Maldivian hotel Kandooma is part of the famous Holiday Inn chain. This is a resort island, which means there is nothing else on it except the hotel infrastructure. In addition to the luxurious nature and high-class service, Kandooma is interesting because here you can combine diving and snorkeling with surfing. This combination is not often found in the Maldives, since not all reefs in the Maldives can boast of a good wave. Among other things, in Kandooma you can meet the legendary surfer Barton Lynch, as well as learn how to conquer the wave or improve your skills under the guidance of a famous coach.

General information about Kandooma:

• The dimensions of the island are 310 m long and 260 m wide.
• Distance to Male: 35 km (approx. 40 minutes by speedboat).
• How long has it been operating: opened in 2009.
• Atoll: South Male.
• Number of villas: 154 beach and water villas.
• Meals: 3 restaurants and 3 bars.

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Where is Kandooma

Kandooma is located on Kandooma Fushi Island, next to Guraidhoo Island in South Male Atoll. Guraidhoo is a local island, meaning that it is inhabited by locals. Kandooma has only the infrastructure of a hotel: restaurants, villas, a spa and entertainment.

Kandooma Fushi can only be reached by speedboat. The distance from Male is 35 kilometers, and the journey time by speedboat is about 40-45 minutes. In addition, the hotel has the option to order a transfer by private speedboat.

About transfer to Kandooma : When you book Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives on wiotto.com, you will have the option of a shared speedboat transfer (around $260 for two people roundtrip) or a private speedboat (around $600 for two people roundtrip). The private boat will be just you and your family or friends - those with whom you are flying to the Maldives. The shared speedboat usually waits for several passengers who are arriving on the same day at the islands.

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Services and benefits of Kandooma resort

Kandooma is a four-star resort, but its services and facilities are quite worthy of a five-star rating. The villas' interiors are in classic light colors. There are beach and water villas, as well as villas with a private pool. The hotel positions itself as a family resort, so there are a sufficient number of family rooms on the island, as well as a children's club, entertainment for young guests and more.

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On Kandooma Island you will have at your disposal:

• Children's club, including a large number of entertainment, babysitting services. For children under 12, many discounts, bonuses and special offers. Contact the manager in the online chat for more detailed information.
• Conference hall for groups of up to 150 people.
• Close to airport - speedboat transfer.
• A modern gym with panoramic windows and trainer services.
• COMO Shambhala Spa, including the opportunity to visit the steam room, get a manicure, try various types of massage, etc.
• Cascade pool on the territory, next to it there is a bar.
• A huge number of water sports, entertainment on the shore - water skiing, catamaran, SUP boarding, kayaking, parasailing, yoga, wakeboarding and much more.
• PADI certified diving center, including diving for children.
• Surfing school with the possibility of conducting lessons for children.
• Various excursions to local islands, boat trips to uninhabited islands, observation of marine life.
• Themed parties in restaurants and bars, live music and other evening entertainment.

The advantages of the resort listed here are far from all! Our manager will provide more detailed information in the online chat. And it is even better to come and see for yourself.

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Barton Lynch Surf School

The Maldives have good surfing. Of course, there are more interesting and exciting places in the world for those who like to conquer the waves, but the Maldives are in many ways a great solution if you want not only to relax, but also, for example, to learn to surf, or to stretch your bones, to hone your skills.

One of the best atolls for surfing in the Maldives is South Male. This is where the island of Kandooma Fushi is located, along with the resort of the same name and the Barton Lynch surf school.

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Who is Barton Lynch

Barton Lynch is a professional surfer who has achieved high awards and fame in the surfing world. The winner of the World Championship, as well as other surfing competitions, today has more than 25 years of experience not only in conquering the waves, but also in mentoring. His voice is often heard from the commentary studio during world championships. Barton Lynch is one of the best coaches you can meet in the Maldives.

Barton occasionally holds surfing lessons for both beginners and professionals at the Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives. Contact the online chat on the website, and the managers will tell you how and when you can get training with Barton Lynch.

Surfing instructors are present on the island from May to October. This is when a pretty good wave rises. And this is the best time to go surfing in the Maldives. At the school, you will not only be taught how to surf, but also shown the best spots, given a lot of useful advice, taken to the most interesting beaches. If you want to try yourself in surfing and adopt the experience of world-famous surfers, you should choose Kandooma Maldives for your vacation.

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