Team Size: 4-10 members Must match your vessel's seaworthiness limit Registered and safety-compliant boats only No limits on length or engine power

KAAFU ATOLL ONLY North & South Male, Gaafaru, Kaashidhoo Protected or banned areas are off-limits.

Rod & reel only Artifical lures only - no bait allowed No handline fishing, or spearfishing Only registered team members can fish and land the catch.

No restrictions - be creative! No logos from Sonee Fishing or Sonee Hardware competitors Must be decent and respectful to Islamic values

Follow Transport Ministry safety rules Respect fellow anglers Report emergencies to officials Organizers may inspect vessels anytime

Measure fish with officials onboard – Catch will be recorded in length. Only catches within time & zone count – GPS location will be required for each catch. Promote catch & release!

All participating teams are invited to take part in the Best Video Award for Kandufoari 2025. How to Participate: Follow @sonee.fishing on TikTok Tag @sonee.fishing in your uploaded video Use the hashtag #Kandufoari2025 How to Win: The video with the highest number of likes will be awarded the Best Video of Kandufoari 2025. Prize: A Shimano Gift Pack will be awarded to the winning team.

Kandufoari 2025

The ultimate test of skill, strength, and sea.

KanduFoari brings together the best anglers from across the nation and beyond, competing in the rich waters of the Maldives. With big catches, high stakes, and unforgettable memories. This is the premier sportfishing event in the Maldives.

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Days left for Kandufoari 2025

Kandufoari 2025 is on November 8th, 2025.

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Kandufoari 2025

Gear up for the ultimate test of skill, strength, and sea. Kandufoari 2025 brings together the best anglers from across the nation and beyond, competing in the rich waters of the Maldives. With big catches, high stakes, and unforgettable memories. This is the sportfishing event of the year.

Big Catches

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Maldives in some of the most beautiful waters of the Maldives.

Breathtaking Locations

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Maldives in some of the most beautiful waters of the Maldives.

Sustainable Fishing

Our biggest goal is to promote and educate on sustainable fishing practices in the Maldives.

FAQs

Team Size: 4-10 members
Must match your vessel's seaworthiness limit
Registered and safety-compliant boats only
No limits on length or engine power

KAAFU ATOLL ONLY

North & South Male, Gaafaru, Kaashidhoo
Protected or banned areas are off-limits.

Rod & reel only
Artifical lures only - no bait allowed
No handline fishing, or spearfishing
Only registered team members can fish and land the catch.

No restrictions - be creative!
No logos from Sonee Fishing or Sonee Hardware competitors
Must be decent and respectful to Islamic values

Follow Transport Ministry safety rules
Respect fellow anglers
Report emergencies to officials
Organizers may inspect vessels anytime

Measure fish with officials onboard – Catch will be recorded in length.
Only catches within time & zone count – GPS location will be required for each catch.
Promote catch & release!

Prizes

Champion Team – 1st place
THE TEAM WITH THE HIGHEST POINTS

1st Runner-Up Team – 2nd place
THE TEAM WITH THE SECOND MOST HIGHEST POINTS

2nd Runner-Up Team – 3rd place
THE TEAM WITH THE THIRD MOST HIGHEST POINTS

Best Angler – Champion (1st)
ANGLER WITH THE HIGHEST POINTS

Best Angler – 1st Runner-Up (2nd)
ANGLER WITH THE SECOUND HIGHEST POINTS

Best Angler – 2nd Runner-Up (3rd)
ANGLER WITH THE THIRD HIGHEST POINTS

Best Angler – 3rd Runner-Up (4th)
ANGLER WITH THE FOURTH HIGHEST POINTS