Introduction
Enjoy a relaxing holiday on Maaffushi, one of the most popular islands in Maldives. You will enjoy snorkeling under professional guidance, relax on clean beaches, meet dolphins, and sample the freshest coconut juice while strolling through the tranquil streets of Gulhi Island. The comfortable accommodations and convenient transfers will present you with a hassle-free journey.
What is included in the tour
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Transport
What is NOT included in the tour
- Additional Services
- Visit to Maafushi Island
- Visit to Stingray Beach
- Visit to Male Friday Mosque
- Visit to tranquil island
Day 1: Airport Pick-up & Transfer to Maafushi
On your arrival at Velana International Airport (MLE), you will meet your guide and driver and be helped take a boat to the Maafushi Island in South Male Atoll. During the 90-minute ride, you can enjoy the picturesque landscapes around and dolphins (if lucky enough) while chatting with other passengers. After going ashore, you will have a break to get familiar with the surroundings and then enjoy a local afternoon tea we arranged. You will have some black tea, to accompany some "hedikaa", a local fired snack in a tasty blend of salty and sweet. Dinner is served by your hotel.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Stingray Beach Inn or similar
Day 2: Maafushi Snorkeling
Today, you will enjoy an exciting snorkeling tour. After breakfast, a 90-minute boat ride will take you to a nearby reef to start. You will be guided to enjoy a colorful journey under the sea. In the afternoon, you will enjoy the activities arranged by yourself. You can join in some water sports or relax on the beach. Dinner is served by a local family, which will cook you some authentic local cuisines.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Stingray Beach Inn or similar
Day 3: Find Turtle in Maafushi
After breakfast, a speedboat ride will take you to a nearby beach. You will enjoy the whole morning on your preferred relaxation. You can swim or enjoy sunbathing. After having a packed lunch, you will be accompanied to enjoy an interesting experience of finding sea turtles. During the ride back to Maafushi, you may meet dolphins if lucky. If the weather is pleasant, you will enjoy a romantic picnic dinner on the beach, with the starry sky above.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Stingray Beach Inn or similar
Day 4: Maafushi – Gulhi – Maafushi
After breakfast, you will head to Gulhi by a 20-minute boat ride. After being guided to visit the shipyard, you will stroll around on this tranquil island. Sampling some fresh coconut juice and chatting with locals, you will enjoy the relaxing lifestyle. You can also relax on the bikini beach and find nice places for snorkeling with your guide.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Stingray Beach Inn or similar
Day 5: Male City Tour & Airport See-off
In the morning, you will take a boat to Male. On arrival, you will be guided to visit popular attractions such as the Male Friday Mosque, the National Museum (Ticket is not included), and Sultan Park. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to explore the city on your own. According to your flight time, your driver will take you to the airport on time. Bon voyage!
Meals: Breakfast
