Maldives Local Islands and Snorkeling Tour
Travel through a mix of local islands and marine excursions in the Maldives, with time in Malé, Maafushi, Thinadhoo, Felidhoo, Fulidhoo, Gulhi and Dhigurah. The trip focuses on everyday island life, time on the beach and several sea-based activities that bring you closer to the waters around the South Malé Atoll and beyond. You will stay on local islands rather than a resort, which gives the trip a more direct look at Maldivian routines, village life and the rhythms of island transport. Some days are set aside for snorkeling, swimming and visiting sandbanks or reef areas, while others leave space to rest on the beach or walk around the islands at your own pace. This is a small-group trip sold as a self-guided experience, supported by a digital travel companion. Some meals are included, and the itinerary also features a transit hotel in Malé at the start of the journey. Flights are not included.
Key details
11 days
10 nights
Route
Maldives
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Duration
11 days
Travel style
Small groups
Destination
Maldives
Highlights
- Local island stays across several parts of the Maldives
- Snorkeling and marine-focused day trips
- Time on beaches and at a sandbank
- Small-group travel with a self-guided format
Itinerary
- 1
Male
Arrival in Malé
Arrive in the Maldives and settle into a transit hotel in Malé. If time allows, you can walk around the capital before preparing for the island leg of the trip. - 2
Maafushi
Transfer to Maafushi
Take the ferry from Malé to Maafushi and settle in on one of the Maldives’ best-known local islands. The rest of the day is free to walk around and get oriented. - 3
Maafushi
Beach Time in Maafushi
Spend the day at the beach, with time for swimming, resting and exploring the island at an easy pace.
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- Transit hotel in Malé
- Digital travel companion with navigation and trip documents
- Selected meals as shown in the itinerary
- Boat transfers and arranged excursions as listed in the program
What's not included
- Flights
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not shown in the program
Dates & availability
Select departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.