Maldives Dhoni Cruise

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Cruise the island paradise of the Maldives onboard a traditional boat
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Overview

Trip type
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Cruise the tranquil waters of the Maldives on an authentic Dhoni
    • Snorkel and explore the marine life beneath the waves
    • Unwind on some of the most beautiful white sandy beaches in the world
    • Savour delicious meals prepared fresh by your personal chef
    • Relax at overnight moorings amongst the islands

What's this trip about?

    Cruise the island paradise of the Maldives onboard a traditional boat

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 10 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityMale
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Sailing

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Maldives

Activities

  • Sailing
  • Short Cruise

Trip includes

    • 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 5 dinners
    • accommodation on board a private Dhoni on a twin share basis
    • Maldives tourist taxes and tour permits
    • basic snorkelling equipment
    • Tour leader, local captain and crew
    • airport transfers
    • basic fishing gear

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Transfer to dhoni. Cruise to Waagali

On arrival at the International airport at Male you will be transferred to your dhoni. Our dhonis are all equipped with private cabins and a sun deck. You will be welcomed aboard by the Tour leader and introduced to the crew before cruising to the uninhabited island o...

Day 2 Cruise to Fulidhoo

On the Maldives Dhoni Cruise there’s only one thing to do, relax and enjoy! After breakfast we cruise to the nearby atoll and the village of Fulidhoo. Fulidhoo Atoll is still quite untouched and its main industry is fishing. Our cruising time will be 4 to 5 hours. We ...

Day 3 Cruise to Bodumohoraa

We have plenty of time to relax today as we cruise to the beautiful uninhabited island of Bodumohoraa. At the beach, you can go skin-diving, snorkeling or swimming. Our crew will organise a beach barbeque where we can enjoy a feast of local seafood. We spend the night at anchor and you may choose to sleep up on deck beneath a blanket of stars.

meals : B,L,D

Day 4 Cruise to Felihoo or Keyodu

Today we cruise to the picturesque inhabited island of either Fulidhoo or Keyodu. Here we will meet the islanders, explore the local towns and have some time for local entertainment in the evening. We return to the dhoni in the evening.

meals : B,L,D

Day 5 Cruise to Male Atoll

We cruise back to Male Atoll and anchor at a nearby resort island for our final night.

meals : B,L,D

Day 6 In Male, trip concludes

Waking up on the dhoni, we have breakfast before being transferred to the airport.

meals : B

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,590
Price per day$265
Last Updated: 4/18/2024
Departure Date
Finish Date
Base Price
Availability
17 Jun 2024
22 Jun 2024
$1,590
19 Aug 2024
24 Aug 2024
$1,670
16 Sep 2024
21 Sep 2024
$1,590
14 Oct 2024
19 Oct 2024
$1,590
29 Oct 2024
03 Nov 2024
$1,590
17 Nov 2024
22 Nov 2024
$1,590
26 Nov 2024
01 Dec 2024
$1,590
24 Dec 2024
29 Dec 2024
$1,730
17 Mar 2025
22 Mar 2025
$1,730
08 Apr 2025
13 Apr 2025
$1,730

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with World Expeditions.

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.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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World Expeditions Reviews & Ratings

4.9/5  Excellent
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Average
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Disappointing
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Sarah Stewart

Dec 2022

Had a fabulous trip! Swam with 100’s of wild dolphins ethically, snorkelled around the atolls and enjoyed our time on the boat immensely

Thanks Hassan and boat crew

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D. Fliker

Dec 2019

The trip was superb

Everything was excellent. The crew was professional, very kind and always at service. Leader was very good with excellent english. Food was excellent. Snorkling poin...

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S. Craddock

Apr 2019

A great experience; exploring the undersea world of the beautiful Maldives

Vibrant corals, colourful fish, dolphins, sea turtles, octopus and shipwrecks await. Once back on deck you can take in the azure ocean and bright white coral sands. ...

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S. Halfar

Mar 2019

This was a wonderful holiday that can only be recommended to everyone

This tour enables you to get to know the Maldives from a wonderful side.

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R. Murcar

Dec 2018

Over all it was an amazing trip we wish it could have been longer - the crew were very friendly, enthusiastic and seemed to "sense" our every need before we could ask

The food was EXCEPTIONAL! - what that cook could do in such a ...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • international flights
    • alcoholic & aerated drinks
    • items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry etc.
    • tips
    • airport & departure taxes
    • visas
    • travel insurance

Accommodation

5 nights dhoni,
Requirements
These are our least demanding trips. These journeys of discovery and cruises involve little or no extended activity and are suitable for people with a basic level of fitness and good health.The itinerary may take place in remote areas (with basic facilities) and may involve long travel days on various types of transport. Sightseeing may be conducted on foot and all participants should be capable of carrying their own luggage from vehicle to hotel rooms. These adventures do not go above 2500m and rarely involve camping.Suggested preparation: Once or twice a week, we recommend you walk on undulating terrain for an hour, for at least 2 -3 months prior to departure. ,
Travel Insurance
We require that you take out a personal travel insurance policy to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. A suggested policy is enclosed with these notes. If you take out an alternative policy, we need to be advised of the details. It is your responsibility to ensure any and all pre-existing medical conditions are adequately covered by your insurer. Please note: if you choose credit card cover, in our experience, this may not insure against high cost needs. For example; helicopter emergency evacuation. If you do decide to choose credit card coverage, please check all policy details thoroughly. You should always carry your travel insurance policy, emergency card and photocopies of your passport and cash cards with you during your trip.
Visa requirements
Yes*
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • 6 day trip
  • 6 day cruise
  • 5 nights dhoni
Additional non-refundable deposit of 25% of trip cost required at time of booking for boat charter deposit. Best time to travel Oct - May. Operator holding allocations which are released at 90 days Normal check-in time is 12.00hrs, but normally Voyages pick the clients from Airport or Male at around 10.00hrs, no particular time for check-in. The departure normal check-out time is 09.00hrs but if Voyages don't have any trip on the same day to the same boat , will keep them on board until 11.00hrs without any extra charges.
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