Experience the turquoise lagoons and perfect beaches that make these Maldivian islands famous. Learn the local way and snorkel amongst the spectacular corals of the Indian Ocean. Cruise through some of the world's most beautiful islands, uncover isolated beaches, explore small fishing villages, swim and snorkel the vibrant coral reefs of the Indian Ocean, savour local cuisine
Itinerary:-
Day 1 Malé/South Malé Atoll - Transfer to the dhoni boat after a brief meeting with the CEO, settle in, and set sail on a voyage of discovery.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Days 2-6 South Malé Atoll/Felidhu Atholhu - Spend the next five days cruising around the South Malé and Felidhu atolls, disembarking to visit islands and sandbars along the way. Snorkel ship wrecks and reefs and Bodu Moro Island is home to idyllic uninhabited beaches – the perfect photo opt.
Aboard the dhoni, spend free time as you please – lounge on the sundecks and take in the views, relax with a good book, or socialize with fellow travellers as you enjoy delicious local seafood.
Off the boat, opt to swim and enjoy snorkelling about twice a day amongst the spectacular marine life of the Maldives. The shallow islands and amazing coral reefs make it a key feeding ground for many species of tropical fish. Keep an eye out for turtles, reef sharks, stingrays, and octopuses.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 South Malé Atoll/Malé - In the morning, make the short crossing to Malé. The tour ends on arrival at Malé International Airport.
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation:-
Traditional Dhoni boat (6 nights).
Meals:-
6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Allow USD 35-45 for meals not included.
Staff & experts:-
Skipper/CEO (Chief Experience Officer), crew
Maximum 14 passengers
- February Half Term
- Seven days aboard a traditional Dhoni boat
- Your G for Good Moment: Maldives Plastic Clean-Up
- Fulidhoo Island visit and Bodu Beru performance
- Felidhu Island visit
- Bodu Mora Island visit
- Snorkelling
- Beach time in the Maldives
- 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Cruise the extraordinary islands of the Maldives by traditional dhoni!
The price is based on 2 adults sharing a standard twin or double cabin on board a traditional Maldivian dhoni boat on a full board basis for 6 nights. Flights are with Sri Lankan Airlines (via Colombo) and depart London Heathrow on 15 February 2025 for 6 nights (plus 1 night on the outbound flight).
Manchester from £2775pp - with Gulf Air via Bahrain, Edinburgh from £2785pp and Birmingham from £2989pp - both with Turkish Airlines via Istanbul. Travel with friends - space currently available for more people. Option to add a beach stay at the end. Single Cabins from +£1049pp.
Offer code: 1246482