Maldives Island Escape

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This 8-day adventure in the Maldives spends time on the local island of Fulidhoo, in the very heart of the Maldives. A range of activities are included from guided snorkelling trips, swimming with nurse sharks, and island tour and tasting local delicacies
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    This 8-day adventure in the Maldives spends time on the local island of Fulidhoo, in the very heart of the Maldives. A range of activities are included from guided snorkelling trips, swimming with nurse sharks, and island tour and tasting local delicacies

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Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 1 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityMale
End CityFulidhoo Island

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Maldives

Trip includes

    • 7 nights accommodation at a local guesthouse/hotel
    • All transport and transfers including local ferries
    • 24-hour airport arrival & departure transfer service
    • Meals: 7 breakfasts
    • Free 30-day tourist visa on arrival to all nationalities
    • Local guides

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Itinerary

Day 1: Male
Once you arrive at the Male International Airport, you’ll be welcomed by our representative and transferred by the airport shuttle taxi to your guesthouse on Hulhumale – just 15 minutes away. You will have time to settle in after your flight before exploring this tropical paradise. The beach is three-minute walk away, with several local cafes and local restaurants, plus a water sports centre.

OVERNIGHT:
Hulhumale guesthouse

MEALS:
None

EXTRAS:
Extra day in Hulhumale - pre-tour, Single room supplement (MASHMM)

Day 2: Fulidhoo Island tour
After breakfast today, you’ll be transferred by vehicle to the airport for the mid-morning speedboat to Fulidhoo. While on the journey you will have the opportunity to spot dolphins and bask in the beauty of the island. Once you arrive at the guesthouse, you will have t...
OVERNIGHT:
Fulidhoo guesthouse

MEALS:
Breakfast

EXTRAS:
None

Day 3: Shipwreck snorkelling
We kick off the day by exploring the underwater world of the Maldives on your first guided snorkelling trip. You'll visit two different sites including Vaavu's famous shipwreck, and there will be opportunities to observe turtles, reef sharks, rays and a host of tropica...
OVERNIGHT:
Fulidhoo guesthouse

MEALS:
Breakfast

EXTRAS:
None

Day 4: Free time to explore
Today, the day will be yours free to explore the island - you can either relax on the bikini beach or for those who are feeling more adventurous, participate in the various optional water sport activities on offer. A host of scuba-diving options are also available for bo...
OVERNIGHT:
Fulidhoo guesthouse

MEALS:
Breakfast

EXTRAS:
None

Day 5: Guided sandbank & snorkelling trip
Today you combine two snorkelling points filled with marine life and colourful coral with time on an untouched sandbank which is ideal for picnics, sunbathing, snorkelling, or swimming in the clear blue lagoon. The sites we tour will depend on weather and ocean conditi...
OVERNIGHT:
Fulidhoo guesthouse

MEALS:
Breakfast

EXTRAS:
None

Day 6: Guided snorkelling, swim with nurse sharks
The warm waters surrounding Vaavu offer great snorkelling, with colourful schools of reef fish swimming around soft corals and larger species like barracuda, rays, turtles and reef sharks often making an appearance. Vaavu is also famous for its nurse sharks – these taw...
OVERNIGHT:
Fulidhoo guesthouse

MEALS:
Breakfast

EXTRAS:
None

Day 7: More free time, local options available
You have another day free to do as you please. You can relax on the beach, take a kayak or SUP out for a paddle in the famous crystal-clear lagoon on the east of the island or join a snorkel trip to discover more breath-taking reefs on the west. Further scuba-diving may also be possible today depending on your flight departure time tomorrow.

OVERNIGHT:
Fulidhoo Guesthouse

MEALS:
Breakfast

EXTRAS:
None

Day 8: Speedboat to the airport for departure
Following an early breakfast today you will check out of the guesthouse and take the speedboat for the return journey to Malé. If you have a late afternoon or evening flight departure and understandably do not want to spend a long time waiting at the airport, then day-u...
OVERNIGHT:
N/A

MEALS:
Breakfast

EXTRAS:
Day-use room & airport transfers in Hulhumale, Extra day in Hulhumale - post-tour

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,810
Price per day$129
Last Updated: 0/25/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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What's excluded

    • International Flights (available on request)
    • Travel insurance (compulsory)
    • Meals not indicated in the itinerary
    • Drinks, snacks, tips and other personal expenses (e.g. laundry)
    • Any other items not mentioned above
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