Multi-Day Maldives Island Hopping Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Multi-Day Maldives Island Hopping Tour

Duration: 8 days
Destination: Maldives, Malé, Hulhule Island
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  • 8 days
  • Hulhule Island
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

This Maldives island-hopping tour offered by TripAdvisor's leading Hulhumale based tour company since 2012, allows you to immerse yourself in the culture and tradition of the Maldives. Travel privately or as part of a small group by public ferry and stay in local island guesthouses. Engage with the local community and discover local life. Snorkel beautiful reefs and encounter colorful marine life, turtles and reef sharks. With plenty of time just to sit back and relax this is the perfect tour for discovering the real Maldives.

Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVAL AND SETTLING IN AT HULHUMALE

Stop At: Hulhumale, Hulhumale
Upon arrival at Male International Airport you will be greeted and transferred to your guesthouse on Hulhumale.
After settling in, the rest of the day is yours to explore Hulhumale where the public beach is only a few steps away and plenty of local cafes and water excursion providers are close by.
Duration: 12 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Point Inn

Day 2: MALE TOUR AND SETLLING IN AT GURAIDHOO

Stop At: Guraidhoo, Guraidhoo
This morning your guide will accompany you on a tour of the capital city before transferring by afternoon local ferry to the local island of Guraidhoo, South Male Atoll.
Upon arrival, settle in at your guesthouse and relax at the local beach while watching the sun go down.
Dinner this evening is served at the guesthouse following which your guide will discuss the harmful practices that are pushing the balance of the ecosystem and what we can do to limit the impact.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:


Accommodation included: Ocean Retreat & Spa

Day 3: SNORKELLING, ISLAND TOUR AND HEDHIKA EXPERIENCE

Stop At: Guraidhoo, Guraidhoo
Following breakfast you will be taken by speedboat to nearby coral reefs for your first underwater encounter! The coral reefs of the Maldives are inhabited by diverse marine life and are teaming with colourful fish and corals. Keep your eyes open for turtles, sharks and rays you never know what may be in the blue!
The afternoon is spent exploring the island with your guide, learning about the local way of life, finishing up at a local cafe to taste Maldivian sweet and savory snacks - "hedhika".
This evening enjoy a relaxed beach BBQ dinner.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:


Accommodation included: Ocean Retreat & Spa

Day 4: DISCOVERING MAAFUSHI AND SNORKELLING

Stop At: Maafushi Island, Maafushi Island
Starting off the day early, transfer to Maafushi where after checking in to your guesthouse you have your breakfast.
Your guide will then accompany you on an island tour, explaining the history of local island tourism including the positive and negative impacts on the islands and local communities.
In the afternoon, join your guide on a snorkelling tour to discover Renee's Coral Garden and learn about the importance of seagrass ecosystems.
After dinner at a local cafe, your guide will introduce you to the works of Olive Ridley Project and their studies of turtles to prepare you for a possible turtle encounter during tomorrow's snorkelling.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:


Accommodation included: Stingray Beach Inn

Day 5: SANDBANK, SNORKELLING AND SUNSET CRUISE

Stop At: Maafushi Island, Maafushi Island
Following breakfast, it's time to head off to the ocean once again.
You will be taken by speedboat to an idyllic sandbank just a
short distance from Maafushi. Here you have the opportunity to swim, snorkel or just lie back and relax. A picnic lunch will be served before we head off to snorkel in search of turtles.
On the return journey to Maafushi cruise the Indian Ocean and hopefully spot dolphins.
Dinner is served at your guesthouse.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:



Accommodation included: Stingray Beach Inn

Day 6: DISCOVER GULHI AND DINNER WITH LOCAL FAMILY

Stop At: Gulhi Island, Gulhi Island
Following an early breakfast we take a short speedboat journey to the quiet local island of Gulhi. Once checked in to
your guesthouse, your guide will accompany you on a tour of the island. Visit the boat yard to stand in awe at the size
of the boats under renovation, chat with the locals and finally refresh yourself with a cool Kurumba (coconut).
Over your refreshment, your tour leader will inspire and educate on how plastic is being dealt with in the Maldives and the work being done by Parley of the Oceans.
Ready for relaxation you can choose to head to the bikini beach or for the more energetic join your tour leader for a
snorkeling opportunity on the house reef of Gulhi.
As the afternoon cools down there is the option to support a beach clean, giving back to the community that has welcomed us.
Dinner this evening is prepared by a local family, just don’t expect silver service as traditionally meals are eaten without the aid of a knife and fork!
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:


Accommodation included: Tropic Tree

Day 7: FREE DAY

Stop At: Gulhi Island, Gulhi Island
Today is a rest day! Relax on the bikini beach, or for those feeling energetic participate in the various optional watersport activities on offer.
This evening enjoy a farewell dinner in the peaceful courtyard of your guesthouse.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:


Accommodation included: Tropic Tree

Day 8: DEPARTURE

Stop At: Male, Male
After breakfast transfer back to Male by public ferry, across town, and on to Male airport where the tour ends.
Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:

No accommodation included on this day.

Inclusions
  • 7 nights accommodation
  • Experienced & Certified Tour Guide
  • Round-trip shared transfer
  • All activities mentioned in itinerary
  • Local Tax
  • 7x Breakfast
  • 6x Dinner
  • Accommodation included: 7 nights
  • 1x Lunch

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • International Flights
  • Travel Insurance
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • The Maldives is a Muslim country and therefore alcohol is not available on local islands. Subject to availability day/evening, visits to resorts can be arranged.
  • The Maldives is a Muslim country and care needs to be taken in relation to the dress code on local islands. Whilst it is acceptable for men to wear T Shirts and shorts or swim shorts; females should avoid causing offence by maintaining a more conservative approach to clothes by wearing T Shirts, loose shorts or sarongs. Whilst the islands we visit are more tolerant of guests wearing traditional beachwear, females should avoid wearing bikinis and swimwear unless on an uninhabited island, picnic island, sandbank, screened off tourist beach, dive boat or resort island.
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Itinerary subject to change due to weather conditions
  • No prior visa arrangements are required. Tourists are issued a 30-day visa on arrival. A passport valid for 1 month and travel documents (flight tickets) are necessary
  • Safety has always been important to our business, this is why our guides are Emergency First Responders & Life Guard Certified. We are pleased to offer safe travel and hygiene standards as required by the World Travel & Tourism Council and Maldives Safe Tourism Guidelines. Private tours available upon request.
  • The online travelerh declaration form IMUGA must also be completed within the 96 hour period prior to arrival in the Maldives
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Departure Point

Velana International Airport (MLE), Airport Main Rd, 22000, Maldives


Departure Time


Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Single Accommodation
1/7/2024 - 4/30/2024

Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
5/1/2024 - 7/31/2024
Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
8/1/2024 - 10/31/2024
Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Double/Twin Accommodation
1/7/2024 - 4/30/2024
Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
5/1/2024 - 7/31/2024
Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
8/1/2024 - 10/31/2024
Sunday : 12:00 AM - 11:30 PM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

8 days


User's Reviews

MadanJ31

20 Mar, 2024

The tour was tailored to have interaction with the locals, to visit the island and have water sport activities. Great experience. Thanks Ruth and our guide Archie for the wonderful experience.

jhobson06

12 Dec, 2023

Outstanding, outstanding, outstanding!!! Without ANY reservation, we can wholeheartedly recommend this tour if you are thinking of visiting the Maldives. This was our first trip to the Maldives and we came to celebrate my 35th birthday. In our 21st century age of social media, the Maldives seems to only be known for the resorts and oceanfront villas. While that is a small piece of the equation, and yes we did spend our first night in an ocean villa before starting the tour, there is sooooo much more to see, do and experience. Prior to arriving, our correspondence was with Ruth who is absolutely phenomenal. We are so appreciative of how attentive she was and made sure all of our questions were answered and concerns were addressed. Our tour guide Archie is the best. His quiet, unassuming demeanor was the perfect blend that allowed us to be curious, ask questions and learn as much as we could about the Maldivian culture. It was abundantly clear that Archie takes great pride in his country, and worked very hard to make sure that we had the experience of a lifetime. We can’t say enough good things about our experience and all of the people that we came in contact with. This was the trip and birthday of a lifetime for me!!

J7196FZelizabethf

05 Nov, 2023

We had an amazing time and were so looked after by Mashi. Highly recommended other than the hotel on Mafusshi.

rosiece2018

22 Aug, 2023

The trip through the local Maldives is surprising and recommended by the hand of Secret Paradise that cares for the environment, cares about investing in local businesses and its guides, also provide the plus of knowledge allowing you to delve into its culture and nature whatever you want.

hazelmS830XM

27 Feb, 2023

This tour was an awesome mix of adventure, cultural insights and loads of fun. Big thanks to Ruth who didn’t tire of our emails back and forth, always super quick to respond to every query and made sure all our requirements were met. The itinerary was nice and varied and incorporated activities like exploring the stunning islands of Hulhumale, Guraidhoo, Maafushi and Gulhi, informative walking tours and generous time for water activities. The beaches and marine life really are a sight to behold, simply breathtaking. Staying in local properties in some of the less-touristy islands and contributing positively to the community and local economy was a highlight for me. Kudos to our guide, Shark who was not only an experienced tour leader but also an amazing human being. Shark is passionate about his country and culture and his enthusiasm for promoting local tourism is inspiring. Through his lens as a local, a traveller and an artist we were able to get some cultural, social and political context of the Maldives, and a sense of appreciation for island life beyond the usual perspective from pretty pictures of fancy resorts. It was also a treat to be in the company of someone who loves being in the water as much as we do. His expertise in navigating the islands and keen sense of safety in the water meant that we found ourselves in some of the nicest locations for our snorkelling adventures. Thank you Shark for the positive vibes, great times and belly laughs, we are truly grateful. As an avid wanderer of our beautiful planet, it is important for me to support local companies who promote Sustainable and Responsible tourism, so it is encouraging to see that Secret Paradise implements community-minded business practices, including providing guests environmental awareness in the protection of the coral reefs and marine ecosystems. I was naturally delighted to have had the opportunity to participate in community-focussed conservation programs such as tree planting and observing the responsible collection and disposal of our plastic wastes throughout the duration of the tour. I am aware that Secret Paradise has other conservation programs and collaboration with NGOs and I just want to say thank you for the great work you guys! It was an absolute joy to deal with the Secret Paradise team and I would not hesitate to use them again for more beautiful island hopping hopefully in the near future.

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Outstanding experience!!!

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Amazing & Relaxing Experience

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An Amazing Maldives Trip

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Great experience with Secret Paradise Maldives!

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Fantastic Way to See the Real Maldives!!

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UN'ALTRO MODO DI VIVERE LE MALDIVE

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