Maldives Private Paradise & Local Life 5D/4N
Maldives Private Paradise & Local Life 5D/4N
$1354
Tour Overview
Experience the Maldives like never before with the "Maldives Private Paradise & Local Life 5D/4N" tour. Begin your adventure with a ferry ride from Male to Maafushi, where you'll settle into a deluxe room at a local guesthouse. Dive into the vibrant marine life with guided snorkeling tours, and unwind on an idyllic sandbank with a picnic. Immerse yourself in Maldivian culture by sharing meals with local families and exploring the island of Gulhi. Conclude your journey with a city tour of Male before your airport drop-off. This tour offers a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and cultural immersion. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Velana - Maafushi, Maldives
Location: Maafushi
Meals Included: Dinner
Start your Maldives adventure with a Velana International Airport pick-up followed by a ferry to Maafushi Island.
Day 2 : Maafushi, Maldives
Location: Maafushi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Discover the underwater world of the Maldives with a snorkelling tour before enjoying dinner with a local family to get a taste for Maldivian culture.
Day 3 : Maafushi, Maldives
Location: Maafushi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Head out to an idyllic sandbar for a picnic, swimming, snorkeling with turtles, and fun in the sun on the high seas.
Day 4 : Maafushi, Maldives
Location: Maafushi
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full free day to enjoy tropical paradise at your leisure !
Day 5 : Maafushi - Velana, Maldives
Location: Male
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your adventure ends with a ferry back to Male, a quick city tour, and a drop-off at Velana International Airport.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4N in deluxe room at Basic Maafushi guest house
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Transport
Airport Transfers and Ferry
Male International airport pick-up and drop-off
Round trip ferry Male - Maafushi -
Meals
4B/1L/3D
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Activities
Active adventures
Island orientation tour and Hedika Experience
Coral Nursery and Seagrass snorkeling tour including equipment
Sandbank visit, snorkeling and dolphin cruise
Day visit to Gulhi
Male City Tour and Island tours -
Guides
English-speaking guide during all experiences
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Extras
Payments
Local taxes
What's Not Included
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Optional activities/upgrades
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Tips
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Other meals/drinks
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Personal expenses
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Travel insurance
Mode of Transport
Includes airport transfers and ferry rides, with pick-up and drop-off at Male International Airport and round trip ferry between Male and Maafushi.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights in a deluxe room at a basic Maafushi guest house, offering comfort and a local experience.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 4 nights in a deluxe room at a basic Maafushi guest house.
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What meals are included in the tour package?
The tour package includes 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 3 dinners.
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What activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes an island orientation tour and Hedika experience, a coral nursery and seagrass snorkeling tour, a sandbank visit with snorkeling and a dolphin cruise, a day visit to Gulhi, and a Male city tour.
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Is snorkeling equipment provided during the tour?
Yes, snorkeling equipment is provided during the coral nursery and seagrass snorkeling tour.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, an English-speaking guide will be present during all experiences.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour package?
Yes, airport transfers are included. This includes pick-up and drop-off at Male International Airport and round trip ferry transfers between Male and Maafushi.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will be picked up from Male International Airport and transferred by ferry to Maafushi. Upon arrival, you will settle into your guesthouse and explore the island with a local guide, followed by a traditional 'hedika' experience and dinner at the guesthouse.
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What can I expect on the second day of the tour?
The second day includes a 90-minute guided snorkeling trip to nearby reefs, a visit to Renee’s Coral Garden, and dinner with a local family.
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What activities are planned for the third day?
On the third day, you will visit an idyllic sandbank for swimming, snorkeling, and relaxing. A picnic lunch will be served, followed by snorkeling in search of turtles and a dolphin cruise on the return journey to Maafushi.
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What will we do on the fourth day?
The fourth day includes a short ferry journey to the island of Gulhi, where you will tour the island, visit a boatyard, and have the option to relax on the beach or snorkel on the house reef. Dinner will be served on the beach under the stars, weather permitting.
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What is the plan for the final day of the tour?
On the final day, you will take a ferry to Male for a city tour, visiting places like The Friday Mosque, The National Museum, and Sultan Park. The remainder of the day is free for you to explore Male before being transferred to the airport for your outbound flight.
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Is there an age limit?
No! Most of our bamba travellers fall between the ages of 18 - 35, but everyone is young at heart and welcome to come experience the world with us! If you are between the ages of 18 and 118, we invite you to travel with bamba and have the time of your life! Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Most of our trips cater to the adventurous independent traveller. In fact, many of our travellers arrive on their own and quickly find that they easily meet like-minded people along the way at their hostels, on transportation, or during activities.
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Do I need travel insurance?
We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your trip, especially when travelling in developing countries. Bamba does not include travel insurance of any type.Your current medical insurance may cover part of your trip, so it is important for you to become familiar with your current coverage. We recommend purchasing additional travel insurance that provides coverage for medical emergencies, emergency evacuation and repatriation, lost or stolen items and unforeseen cancellations. If you plan to participate in activities such as white-water rafting, trekking, sand-buggy rides, etc please make sure they are included in your policy.
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Low Deposit
Bamba Travel requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 30 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bamba travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Maldives Private Paradise & Local Life 5D/4N
5 Days Starting and ending in Malé, Maldives
Visiting: Maafushi, Male
Tour operator:
Tour code:
53085
Group Type:
Private
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 16
Age range:
18-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Bamba Travel with any specific dietary requirements