Trade expensive resorts for an authentic & nature-filled Maldivian adventure.
Discover the very best of the Maldives on this 7-day, 6-night island-hopping package through the stunning South Ari Atoll. Stay 2 nights on each of three beautiful local islands, each offering its own unique beaches, marine life, and atmosphere.
Your package includes boutique hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, all speedboat transfers, and one guided activity each day. From vibrant coral reefs and pristine sandbanks to whale sharks, manta rays, dolphins, and nurse sharks, every day brings a new marine encounter. Throughout your journey, a friendly local host will welcome you, assist with transfers, and ensure everything runs smoothly.
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Itinerary:
Day 1 – Omadhoo
Meet at Velana International Airport and take a 1.5-hour speedboat to Omadhoo. Enjoy a welcome drink, hotel check-in, island tour, and relax at the bikini beach. In the evening, visit the jetty where nurse sharks and stingrays gather beneath the stars.
Day 2 – Reef Adventure
After breakfast, enjoy free time to snorkel Omadhoo's excellent house reef. In the afternoon, join a 3-point snorkeling trip visiting a coral garden, a nurse shark site, a nearby local island for Maldivian tea, and a guitar shark snorkeling spot.
Day 3 – Dhangethi
Transfer to Dhangethi after breakfast. After checking into your hotel, spend the afternoon exploring this charming island, relaxing on the beautiful bikini beach, or taking a stroll along the jetty where baby reef sharks are commonly seen swimming in the clear, shallow water. End the day soaking up the laid-back island atmosphere before tomorrow's whale shark adventure.
Day 4 – Whale Sharks & Manta Rays
Head into the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA) in search of whale sharks and manta rays. Snorkel alongside these incredible animals before returning to Dhangethi before sunset.
Day 5 – Dhigurah
Travel to Dhigurah, famous for its long white-sand beach and crystal-clear lagoon. After check-in, explore the island and enjoy sunset from its spectacular natural sandbank.
Day 6 – Free Day & Dolphin Cruise
Spend the day relaxing, snorkeling, or visiting the sandbank at your own pace. In the afternoon, finish your adventure with a sunset dolphin cruise.
Day 7 – Return to Malé
After breakfast, board the speedboat back to Velana International Airport, taking home unforgettable memories of three unique islands and the very best of the Maldives.
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Speedboat Timings:
Day 1 – Malé ➝ Omadhoo
11:00 AM departure
4:00 PM departure
Journey time: Approximately 1.5 hours
Day 7 – Dhigurah ➝ Malé
7:00 AM departure
1:00 PM departure
Journey time: Approximately 2 hours
Please note that speedboat schedules are subject to change due to weather or operational requirements. We recommend confirming departure times before your arrival.
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