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South Maldives Island Hopping - 8 days

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Tour Overview

Spend eight unforgettable days exploring the Maldives from Hulhumale to Male, with stops on local islands like Guraidhoo, Maafushi and Gulhi. You’ll snorkel vibrant coral reefs, swim with turtles, visit sandbanks, and learn about marine conservation and local island life. Cultural insights come through village walks, traditional meals, and visits to mosques and markets. Highlights include a dolphin-spotting cruise, coral rehabilitation sites, and community beach cleans—all while staying in guesthouses and soaking up laid-back island vibes. A perfect blend of adventure, education and relaxation in a tropical paradise.

Start

Male

End

Male

Destination

Male

Days

8

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 13 - Max 8

Min Age

13

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Trip Code: SOMAIH

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Hulhumale - Unwind on the public beach and explore local cafés in this suburban island just minutes from the airport

  • Male - Wander the capital’s narrow streets visiting the Friday Mosque, Sultan Park and bustling local markets

  • Guraidhoo - Snorkel vibrant coral reefs and spot turtles, rays and sharks with guidance on responsible marine exploration

  • Maafushi - Learn about coral and seagrass ecosystems while snorkelling en route to a coral rehabilitation project

  • Sandbank - Relax, swim or snorkel on an idyllic sandbank and cruise the Indian Ocean in search of playful dolphins

  • Gulhi - Visit a local boatyard, sip fresh coconut and hear how the island tackles plastic waste with sustainable initiatives

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

7 night Standard Deluxe room guesthouse accommodation
7 breakfasts, 6 dinners, and 1 picnic lunch
Airport Transfers on day 1 , Return transfer by public ferry on day 8 (No ferry transfer on Fridays and Public holidays)
Island tours & hedhika experience
Snorkeling, sandbank, and dolphin cruise
Snorkeling tour and guided house reef snorkeling inclusive of equipment
Beach Clean, Seagrass and Coral Nursery Visit
Tree Planting

Not Included

International flights & visas
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
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group8 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $2,530
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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