Sri Lanka with Maldives Cruise: Spice Gardens & Seasides

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Duration: 18 days

Begins: Negombo

Ends: Malé

Trip Code: ASLA

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    Take a whirlwind tour in Sri Lanka, throw in a cruise on a traditional dhoni boat and beach time in the Maldives, and mix together for good vibes and great memories. You'll cross white sand beaches, snorkel amongst spectacular corals, discover beautiful ruins, and so much more. Join this adventure with a group of like-minded travellers and you'll head home with some new friends and new perspectives.
    Is this tour for me?
    Travel Style
    18-to-Thirtysomethings
    Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
    Service Level
    Basic
    Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
    Physical Rating
    2 - Light
    Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
    Trip Type
    Small Group
    Small Group experience; Max 8, avg 8.
    Age requirement
    12+
    All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
    What's Included
    • Your G for Good Moment: Breakfast at Sthree Craft Shop and Café, Kandy
    • Your G for Good Moment: Maldives Plastic Clean Up
    • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
    • Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
    • Your Big Night Out Moment: Hikkaduwa Beach Bar, Hikkaduwa
    • Local Village lunch
    • Spice garden visit
    • Tea factory tour
    • Little Adam's Peak hike
    • Galle Fort tour
    • Arrival transfer in Male
    • Fulidhoo Island visit and Bodu Beru performance
    • Felidhu and Bodu Mora Island visit
    • Snorkelling equipment
    • Beach time in the Maldives
    • Seven days aboard a traditional dhoni boat
    • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
    Accommodations

    Hotels/guest houses (11 nts), Traditional dhoni boat (6 nts).

    Meals

    8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners

    Allow USD220-290 for meals not included.

    Transportation

    Private vehicle, walking, traditional dhoni boat.

    Staff & experts

    CEO (Chief Experience Officer) in Sri Lanka, Skipper/CEO (Chief Experience Officer), crew in Maldives.

    Day 1 : Negombo

    Arrive at any time and welcome to Negombo, know for its lazy beach, wandering canals, and fresh seafood markets.

    Get to know your fellow travellers over optional dinner and drinks at a favourite local restaurant. Soak up the lively atmosphere as you're introduced to Sri Lankan delicacies, and cheers to new adventures and friends!

    Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

    1h

    Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

    Connect With New Friends

    Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

    Acommodation

    Hotel J Negombo

    Acommodation

    Hotel J Negombo

    Day 2 : Negombo/Sigiriya

    Travel to the centre of the island to explore the UNESCO World Heritage City, Sigiriya. Opt to visit the Dambulla Cave Temple or the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

    Private Vehicle

    Negombo - Sigiriya 4h30m 156km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Free time:

    Sigiriya

    Head out to discover the area.

    Acommodation

    IORA Resort

    Optional Activities - Day 2

    Sigiriya Rock Fortress Visit

    Sigiriya 2h - 3h 20km

    Be mesmerized by this rock fortress, which captivates every visitor with its well-laid out gardens, caves, monasteries, and palaces adorned with beautiful wall motifs. Start at the water gardens and climb more than 1,200 steps to reach the top. Pass caves with frescoes and boulders to find the ruins of a palace on the flat surface of the old volcanic magma rock. The rock rests 370m (1,213 ft) above sea level with a shear drop on all sides.

    Dambulla Cave Temple Visit

    Sigiriya 1h - 1h30m

    Visit the ancient Dambulla cave temples at one of the most well-preserved temple and cave sites in Sri Lanka. See Buddhist mural paintings that line the walls of the seventh-century caves as well as a collection of hundreds of statues of Buddha in different poses.

    Acommodation

    IORA Resort

    Day 3 : Sigiriya

    Spend the day freely exploring more of this ancient yet luscious region. Opt to visit the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, view elephants on a safari drive in Minneriya national park, or go back in time at the Anurhadhapura historical site.

    Free time:

    Sigiriya

    Get out and explore.

    Acommodation

    IORA Resort

    Optional Activities - Day 3

    Sigiriya Rock Fortress Visit

    Sigiriya 2h - 3h 20km

    Be mesmerized by this rock fortress, which captivates every visitor with its well-laid out gardens, caves, monasteries, and palaces adorned with beautiful wall motifs. Start at the water gardens and climb more than 1,200 steps to reach the top. Pass caves with frescoes and boulders to find the ruins of a palace on the flat surface of the old volcanic magma rock. The rock rests 370m (1,213 ft) above sea level with a shear drop on all sides.

    Dambulla Cave Temple Visit

    Sigiriya 1h - 1h30m

    Visit the ancient Dambulla cave temples at one of the most well-preserved temple and cave sites in Sri Lanka. See Buddhist mural paintings that line the walls of the seventh-century caves as well as a collection of hundreds of statues of Buddha in different poses.

    Polonnaruwa Ancient Capital Visit

    Sigiriya 1h30m - 2h 70km

    Visit Polonnaruwa, the second ancient capital city (for three centuries), and home to many well-preserved ruins of palaces and monasteries. Don't feel like walking around? Opt to rent a bike and cycle through the ruins instead.

    Acommodation

    IORA Resort

    Day 4 : Sigiriya/Digana

    Visit a medicinal spice garden en route to Digana. After, enjoy lunch before embarking on a guided village walk for insight into rural daily life. Maybe stop at the home of a crafter who hand-makes delicate Kandyan jewellery or the cottage of a local woman making incense. Later, learn how to cook Sri Lankan bread or sweets while helping out with dinner.

    Private Vehicle

    Sigiriya - Digana Morning

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Spice Garden Visit

    Kandy

    Visit a herbal centre where students of Ayurveda learn the traditional medicinal uses of various spices for massages and treatments. Enjoy demonstrations and learning about the different plants and their uses.

    Digana Guided Village Walk

    Digana Afternoon

    Get a crash course in local life with a village walk through Digana. Learn about some of the essential local industries and meet with local families, going about their daily routines. Visit their humble abodes to learn about their way of life before enjoying a traditional herbal drink.

    Acommodation

    Oruthota Chalets

    Acommodation

    Oruthota Chalets

    Meals Included:

    Lunch | Dinner

    Day 5 : Digana/Kandy

    Enjoy breakfast and soak in the views of the Victoria Reservoir over tea before departing for Kandy. Have an afternoon of free time to explore the sweet city, opting to visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth, view a traditional Kandyan cultural show, or root for a team at a cricket match.

    Private Vehicle

    Digana - Kandy Afternoon

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Free time:

    Kandy Full day

    Explore Kandy with a full free day.

    Acommodation

    Oak Ray City Hotel

    Optional Activities - Day 5

    Royal Botanical Gardens Visit

    Kandy 2h - 3h 12km

    Enjoy a leisurely walk in the colourful Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya. See 300 varieties of orchids of Sri Lanka as well as a range of other plants.

    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Tour

    Kandy 1h

    Enjoy a tour of the Temple of the Tooth, which houses an important relic – a tooth of Lord Buddha kept in a well-preserved golden casket. Learn about the importance of this site from local guides.

    Kandyan Cultural Dance

    Kandy 0h45m - 1h 3km

    Be swept away by an entertaining performance that will provide insight into the local culture in Kandy.

    Acommodation

    Oak Ray City Hotel

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 6 : Kandy/Nuwara Eliya

    Enjoy a traditional breakfast prepared by women and youth living with disabilities at G Adventures-supported Sthree Craft Shop and Café. Travel on to the rolling hills and luscious forests of Nuwara Eliya. Visit a tea plantation and opt to explore the beauty on foot.

    Tea Plantation Visit

    Nuwara Eliya 1h - 1h30m 26km

    The town of Nuwara Eliya produces the finest Orange Pekoe Ceylon tea, and is inhabited mainly by tea planters and plantation workers. Pay a visit to one of the factories to learn all about tea production.

    Breakfast at Sthree Craft Shop and Café

    Kandy

    Make a pit stop at Sthree Craft Shop and Café to enjoy a local breakfast prepared by women and youth living with disabilities. Led by the Women's Development Centre, they provide livelihood opportunities through hospitality and handicraft training, empowering the surrounding community.

    Private Vehicle

    Kandy - Nuwara Eliya 3h 80km

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Acommodation

    Royal Hills Hotel

    Acommodation

    Royal Hills Hotel

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

    Day 7 : Nuwara Eliya/Ella

    If you want to experience morning mist flowing through the valley, wake early and trek the serene trails of Horton Plains National Park. In the afternoon, cruise to the laid-back village of Ella and enjoy a free evening to explore or relax.

    Private Vehicle

    Nuwara Eliya - Ella 1h30m - 2h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Free time:

    Ella Afternoon

    Enjoy a free afternoon to relax or explore.

    Acommodation

    Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel

    Optional Activities - Day 7

    Horton Plains Trek

    Horton Plains Nature Reserve - Negombo 4h - 4h30m

    Get close to nature and stunning scenery on this Horton Plains Trek. Hike 9km (6 mi) into the Horton Plains and walk through the clouds to discover a majestic drop that provides amazing views over the plains into the sea.

    Acommodation

    Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel

    Day 8 : Ella

    Spend the morning trekking Little Adam's Peak to get a 360-degree view of Sri Lankan countryside encompassing the giant Ella Rock and textured green mountains. For the rest of the day, enjoy the freedom to explore scenic Ella more in-depth. Opt to trek Ella Rock, venture to the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, or hunt for some waterfalls with your fellow explorers.

    Free time:

    Ella Full day

    Get outside and explore scenic Ella.

    Little Adam's Peak Trek

    Ella 2h - 3h

    Enjoy a hike up Little Adam's peak to catch stunning views of the town below.

    Acommodation

    Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel

    Optional Activities - Day 8

    Trek to Ella Rock

    Ella 4h - 5h

    Set off on a trek to Ella Rock, passing through the lush surrounds and forest of rubber trees. Take in scenic views of the surrounding green valleys and plains from the peak.

    Acommodation

    Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel

    Day 9 : Ella/Hikkaduwa

    Set off towards the southern coast stopping en route to explore the indestructible Galle Fort. Finish the day's journey oceanside on the white sand beaches of Hikkaduwa.

    Private Vehicle

    Ella - Galle 4h30m - 5h

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Galle Fort Tour

    Galle - Hikkaduwa

    Visit the Galle Fort, a 16th-century fort first built by the Portuguese, and later occupied by the Dutch. The ramparts are still standing even after being battered by Mother Nature, including the 2004 tsunami.

    Private Vehicle

    Galle - Hikkaduwa 0h30m

    Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

    Acommodation

    Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa

    Acommodation

    Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa

    Day 10 : Hikkaduwa

    Enjoy a free day to bliss out on the beach sipping your favourite drink or jump on a boat in search of whales and dolphins. For your big night out, follow your CEO to the best beach bar in town, enjoy a drink on us, and dance under the stars. Perhaps take a night swim, who knows, see where the night takes you.

    Free time:

    Hikkaduwa

    Enjoy a free day to do as much or as little as you'd like.

    Hikkaduwa Beach Bar

    Hikkaduwa

    Follow your CEO to the best beach bar, grab a drink on us, and cheers to all the life-changing adventures you've shared with new friends. Dance under the stars and perhaps take a night swim, who knows, see where the night takes you.

    Acommodation

    Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa

    Optional Activities - Day 10

    Dolphin Watching Tour

    Unawatuna

    Set off on a tour to spot these playful creatures.

    Acommodation

    Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa

    Day 11 : Hikkaduwa

    Another day in paradise to recover from last nights fun. Relax on the beach, snorkel with sea creatures, or wander through the bustling beach town. Pick a local restaurant with your buds and reminisce about all the awesome adventures you've experienced over a farewell dinner.

    Free time:

    Hikkaduwa Full day

    Don't waste a single second. Whether it's on the beach or throughout the town, get out and explore!

    Acommodation

    Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa

    Optional Activities - Day 11

    Dolphin Watching Tour

    Unawatuna

    Set off on a tour to spot these playful creatures.

    Acommodation

    Coral Rock by Bansei Hikkaduwa

    Day 12 : Hikkaduwa/South Malé Atoll

    Travel to Colombo to hop a flight down to the tranquil blue haven of the Maldives. Board your traditional Dhoni boat and after a brief meeting with your CEO, settle in, and set sail on a voyage of discovery.

    Meals Included:

    Lunch | Dinner

    Day 13 : 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. On Fulidhu, mingle with locals and experience a traditional drumming performance. 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.

    Cruise to the southernmost point of South Malé Atoll before crossing the channel into Felidhu Atoll. The main industry here is fishing and there is typically an opportunity to see traditional boat-building on at least one of the islands.

    Snorkelling in the Maldives

    2h

    The Maldives offer some of the most amazing snorkelling and marine life viewing opportunities in the world. The shallow islands and plentiful coral reefs make it a key feeding ground for many species of tropical fish. 70 different species of colourful corals make up the flora of this underwater city, with more than 700 species of fish and other marine life making up its fauna. Snorkelling is one of the simplest ways to experience this impressive underwater world.

    Free time:

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Relax on the sundeck, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, go for a swim, have a cocktail, or read a book. Free time is yours to enjoy!

    Maldives Plastic Clean Up

    Unrecycled plastic in the Maldives is compromising sea life, shorelines, and health for communities. On your trip you will have the opportunity to do a beach clean up to support community environmental initiatives in the country. All plastic collected through our partner is properly recycled and reused to create new materials.

    11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

    Malé

    Climb aboard this converted Maldivian fishing boat and float on to the next stop.

    Fulidhoo Island Visit

    Fulidu

    Spend time with the local community and see their way of life. Enjoy an evening performance of Bodu Beru, the traditional folk music of the country. Bodu beru means "big drum" and involves a group of people sitting and singing to the rhythmical beat of drums.

    Bodu Mora Island Visit

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Experience one of the Maldives uninhabited islands, with a visit to stunning Bodu Mora. The island's stretch of idyllic beach is home to lush palm trees, soft sands, and crystal clear blue waters.

    Felidhu Island Visit

    Felidhu

    Stroll the quaint streets of the island of Felidhu, the capital of Felidhu Atoll. This small island is home to beautiful beaches and a local souvenir shop or two.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 14 : 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. On Fulidhu, mingle with locals and experience a traditional drumming performance. 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.

    Cruise to the southernmost point of South Malé Atoll before crossing the channel into Felidhu Atoll. The main industry here is fishing and there is typically an opportunity to see traditional boat-building on at least one of the islands.

    Snorkelling in the Maldives

    2h

    The Maldives offer some of the most amazing snorkelling and marine life viewing opportunities in the world. The shallow islands and plentiful coral reefs make it a key feeding ground for many species of tropical fish. 70 different species of colourful corals make up the flora of this underwater city, with more than 700 species of fish and other marine life making up its fauna. Snorkelling is one of the simplest ways to experience this impressive underwater world.

    Free time:

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Relax on the sundeck, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, go for a swim, have a cocktail, or read a book. Free time is yours to enjoy!

    Maldives Plastic Clean Up

    Unrecycled plastic in the Maldives is compromising sea life, shorelines, and health for communities. On your trip you will have the opportunity to do a beach clean up to support community environmental initiatives in the country. All plastic collected through our partner is properly recycled and reused to create new materials.

    11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

    Malé

    Climb aboard this converted Maldivian fishing boat and float on to the next stop.

    Fulidhoo Island Visit

    Fulidu

    Spend time with the local community and see their way of life. Enjoy an evening performance of Bodu Beru, the traditional folk music of the country. Bodu beru means "big drum" and involves a group of people sitting and singing to the rhythmical beat of drums.

    Bodu Mora Island Visit

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Experience one of the Maldives uninhabited islands, with a visit to stunning Bodu Mora. The island's stretch of idyllic beach is home to lush palm trees, soft sands, and crystal clear blue waters.

    Felidhu Island Visit

    Felidhu

    Stroll the quaint streets of the island of Felidhu, the capital of Felidhu Atoll. This small island is home to beautiful beaches and a local souvenir shop or two.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 15 : 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. On Fulidhu, mingle with locals and experience a traditional drumming performance. 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.

    Cruise to the southernmost point of South Malé Atoll before crossing the channel into Felidhu Atoll. The main industry here is fishing and there is typically an opportunity to see traditional boat-building on at least one of the islands.

    Snorkelling in the Maldives

    2h

    The Maldives offer some of the most amazing snorkelling and marine life viewing opportunities in the world. The shallow islands and plentiful coral reefs make it a key feeding ground for many species of tropical fish. 70 different species of colourful corals make up the flora of this underwater city, with more than 700 species of fish and other marine life making up its fauna. Snorkelling is one of the simplest ways to experience this impressive underwater world.

    Free time:

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Relax on the sundeck, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, go for a swim, have a cocktail, or read a book. Free time is yours to enjoy!

    Maldives Plastic Clean Up

    Unrecycled plastic in the Maldives is compromising sea life, shorelines, and health for communities. On your trip you will have the opportunity to do a beach clean up to support community environmental initiatives in the country. All plastic collected through our partner is properly recycled and reused to create new materials.

    11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

    Malé

    Climb aboard this converted Maldivian fishing boat and float on to the next stop.

    Fulidhoo Island Visit

    Fulidu

    Spend time with the local community and see their way of life. Enjoy an evening performance of Bodu Beru, the traditional folk music of the country. Bodu beru means "big drum" and involves a group of people sitting and singing to the rhythmical beat of drums.

    Bodu Mora Island Visit

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Experience one of the Maldives uninhabited islands, with a visit to stunning Bodu Mora. The island's stretch of idyllic beach is home to lush palm trees, soft sands, and crystal clear blue waters.

    Felidhu Island Visit

    Felidhu

    Stroll the quaint streets of the island of Felidhu, the capital of Felidhu Atoll. This small island is home to beautiful beaches and a local souvenir shop or two.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 16 : 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. On Fulidhu, mingle with locals and experience a traditional drumming performance. 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.

    Cruise to the southernmost point of South Malé Atoll before crossing the channel into Felidhu Atoll. The main industry here is fishing and there is typically an opportunity to see traditional boat-building on at least one of the islands.

    Snorkelling in the Maldives

    2h

    The Maldives offer some of the most amazing snorkelling and marine life viewing opportunities in the world. The shallow islands and plentiful coral reefs make it a key feeding ground for many species of tropical fish. 70 different species of colourful corals make up the flora of this underwater city, with more than 700 species of fish and other marine life making up its fauna. Snorkelling is one of the simplest ways to experience this impressive underwater world.

    Free time:

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Relax on the sundeck, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, go for a swim, have a cocktail, or read a book. Free time is yours to enjoy!

    Maldives Plastic Clean Up

    Unrecycled plastic in the Maldives is compromising sea life, shorelines, and health for communities. On your trip you will have the opportunity to do a beach clean up to support community environmental initiatives in the country. All plastic collected through our partner is properly recycled and reused to create new materials.

    11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

    Malé

    Climb aboard this converted Maldivian fishing boat and float on to the next stop.

    Fulidhoo Island Visit

    Fulidu

    Spend time with the local community and see their way of life. Enjoy an evening performance of Bodu Beru, the traditional folk music of the country. Bodu beru means "big drum" and involves a group of people sitting and singing to the rhythmical beat of drums.

    Bodu Mora Island Visit

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Experience one of the Maldives uninhabited islands, with a visit to stunning Bodu Mora. The island's stretch of idyllic beach is home to lush palm trees, soft sands, and crystal clear blue waters.

    Felidhu Island Visit

    Felidhu

    Stroll the quaint streets of the island of Felidhu, the capital of Felidhu Atoll. This small island is home to beautiful beaches and a local souvenir shop or two.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 17 : 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. On Fulidhu, mingle with locals and experience a traditional drumming performance. 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.

    Cruise to the southernmost point of South Malé Atoll before crossing the channel into Felidhu Atoll. The main industry here is fishing and there is typically an opportunity to see traditional boat-building on at least one of the islands.

    Snorkelling in the Maldives

    2h

    The Maldives offer some of the most amazing snorkelling and marine life viewing opportunities in the world. The shallow islands and plentiful coral reefs make it a key feeding ground for many species of tropical fish. 70 different species of colourful corals make up the flora of this underwater city, with more than 700 species of fish and other marine life making up its fauna. Snorkelling is one of the simplest ways to experience this impressive underwater world.

    Free time:

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Relax on the sundeck, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters, go for a swim, have a cocktail, or read a book. Free time is yours to enjoy!

    Maldives Plastic Clean Up

    Unrecycled plastic in the Maldives is compromising sea life, shorelines, and health for communities. On your trip you will have the opportunity to do a beach clean up to support community environmental initiatives in the country. All plastic collected through our partner is properly recycled and reused to create new materials.

    11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

    Malé

    Climb aboard this converted Maldivian fishing boat and float on to the next stop.

    Fulidhoo Island Visit

    Fulidu

    Spend time with the local community and see their way of life. Enjoy an evening performance of Bodu Beru, the traditional folk music of the country. Bodu beru means "big drum" and involves a group of people sitting and singing to the rhythmical beat of drums.

    Bodu Mora Island Visit

    Felidhu Atholhu

    Experience one of the Maldives uninhabited islands, with a visit to stunning Bodu Mora. The island's stretch of idyllic beach is home to lush palm trees, soft sands, and crystal clear blue waters.

    Felidhu Island Visit

    Felidhu

    Stroll the quaint streets of the island of Felidhu, the capital of Felidhu Atoll. This small island is home to beautiful beaches and a local souvenir shop or two.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

    Day 18 : South Malé Atoll/Malé

    In the morning, make the short crossing to Malé. The tour ends on arrival at Malé International Airport.

    Your CEO can offer assistance with any onward travel you may require.

    11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

    Eboodhoofinolhu - Malé International Airport

    Climb aboard this converted Maldivian fishing boat and float on to the next stop.

    Departure Day

    Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with any onward travel arrangements you require.

    Meals Included:

    Breakfast

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