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Central Maldives Discovery - 8 days

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Tour Overview

PRIVATE TOUR: Explore the Maldives on this 8-day tour through remote islands, vibrant reefs and local culture. Snorkel with turtles and reef sharks, visit artisan Rinbudhoo, and paddle to an uninhabited island for a traditional majja picnic and island clean-up. Discover ancient ruins on Kudahuvadhoo, explore story-rich Buruni, and snorkel a shipwreck off Thimarafushi. Cap off the journey tracking whale sharks and contributing to marine conservation efforts, before returning to Male.

Start

Male

End

Male

Destination

Male

Days

8

Pace

Medium

Range

Private

Max Group Size

Min 13 - Max 16

Min Age

13

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Trip Code: CEMADI

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Maaenboodhoo – Travel by speedboat, enjoy a sunset swim, and learn about marine conservation before exploring the island’s fishing culture

  • Rinbudhoo – Visit skilled jewellers, admire vibrant street murals, learn to make mashuni and roshi, and try the traditional game of Bashi

  • Kudahuvadhoo – Explore ancient Buddhist mounds and mosque ruins with detailed coral-stone carvings

  • Buruni – Discover historical sites linked to the Dhonhiyala and Ali Fulhu romance, including Kamana Beach and Koamas fields

  • Gaadhiffushi – Paddle to an uninhabited island for a Robinson Crusoe experience, enjoy a beach picnic, and help clean the island

  • Thimarafushi – Discover a developing island with a fish processing factory, snorkel a young shipwreck, and join a whale shark safari with research insights

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

7 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 7 dinners
7 nights in 3-star hotels & guesthouses
Escorted by a tour leader
Arrival airport transfer on day 1 & departure airport transfer on day 8
Inter-Island transfer by public ferry
Island tours and Hedika Experience
Visit to Rinbudhoo including two way transfer
Stand-up paddleboarding or kayak rental

Not Included

International flights & visas
Domestic flights & speedboat transfers if opting for domestic flights
Additional meals
Optional activities
Alcoholic beverages on local islands - As the Maldives is a Muslim country

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration8 days
StartMale
EndMale
StylePrivate Tours
Max Group16 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $6,505
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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