Start and end in Male! With the Explorer tour 7-night Maldives South Male Local Island Hopping, you have an 8-day tour package taking you through Male, Maldives, and 4 other destinations in Maldives. 7-night Maldives South Male Local Island Hopping includes accommodation, an expert guide, meals, transport, and more.
Coconut palm-fringed islands, sparkling white beaches, tranquil lagoons, turquoise blue waters studded with colored corals, and an abundance of marine life all combine to form the breathtaking beauty that is the Maldives and set the backdrop to our adventure packages. The best way to experience this natural beauty and gain an insight into the culture and tradition of Maldivian life is to travel to an inhabited island. This provides the opportunity to combine local island life with watersports and a little relaxation. Travel to local islands and stay in local guesthouses; visit family homes, mosques, and boat yards, All combined with plenty of snorkeling opportunities allowing discovery of the underwater beauty of the Maldives.
Hulhumale, North Male Atoll, is a suburban island just a 10-minute taxi ride from Male International Airport. This artificial island was reclaimed from the sea to offer alternative living space outside of Male and whilst not a 5* resort Hulhumale provides the ideal base as a start or finishing point to a liveaboard dive holiday.
There are plenty of local coffee shops, a handful of restaurants, and a small local shopping area. The public beach located along the east side of the island is an endless stretch of sand and provides the ideal location to swim, snorkel, or just relax after a great day’s diving. The capital Male is just a 20-minute ferry journey away or a 15-minute ride by taxi.
Maafushi was once a very typical Maldivian local island but since the introduction of local tourism Maafushi is proving a popular destination for those wishing to experience the Maldives without paying resort prices. Maafushi is located in South Male Atoll and is only 90 minutes away from Male by ferry boat or 30 minutes by speedboat. There are two beaches on opposite sides of the island, one of which is a tourist bikini beach. With over 70 guesthouses some with 12 floors there are plenty of accommodation options to meet all budget needs. There are a variety of local cafes and guesthouse restaurants, some situated on the harbor, and with water sport and excursion providers all eager for your business Maafushi provides the ideal destination to discover the Maldives on a budget and mix with other tourists.
Guraidhoo also in South Male Atoll, is a typical fishing island with about 2,300 inhabitants, with sandy roads and palm trees. A 30-minute walk around the island highlights locals going about their daily routine; drinking coffee in the many small coffee shops and children playing simple games in the street. Sit and watch the sunset alongside the locals on the public beach or kick back in a traditional seat called a ‘Kohli’ and watch the world slowly pass by. Guraidhoo is a regular stopping point for safari boats and local shops have quickly adapted by offering all kinds of souvenirs and a handful of local restaurants and coffee shops. Guraidhoo offers an insight into the ‘real Maldives’.
Gulhi is a small, quiet island with a small local population. It has a beautiful bikini beach and is ideal for a holiday where relaxation and reclining on a sun lounger are the priority! Gulhi was one of the few islands that hosted tourists during the early 80s when local islands were allowed to provide bed and breakfast service. The locals are friendly by nature and welcome visitors to their charming island. The main economic activity of the island historically was fishing. That was before the introduction of tourism when locals left to work on resorts and safari boats. The island also has the oldest dockyard in the Maldives. Many of the sea-going vessels in the Maldives use the dock facility in Gulhi island for annual dry dock repairs because of its proximity to the capital island Male’ and the International Airport. Gulhi has the only locally owned dry dock and some of the best woodworkers in the area.
All of our guesthouse accommodation is handpicked to provide a balance of comfort, good service, local atmosphere, and value for money. We have chosen a selection of locally operated guesthouses that provide comfortable clean rooms, friendly service, and good food. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, AC, ceiling fans, and complimentary Wi-Fi, whilst water, tea, and coffee are always available. Most of the guesthouses are single or double story comprised of an average of 10 rooms. Some are set facing out to the ocean with a terrace or balcony. Others are built around a private garden or beach area, but in each, you can be assured of a warm welcome.
Note: 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. Bikinis are also not allowed to be worn on local island public beaches; however, all of our guesthouses offer private gardens or private tourist beach areas for guests.
What’s included in this trip:
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- All-Inclusive Resort
What’s not included:
- Round-trip hotel/Airport transfer
- Airline Ticket (I will monitor the flight prices to get the best price)
- Maldives Entry Visa
- Gratuity/Tips
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:
A valid passport is required Passport must be VALID for at least 6 months AFTER the date of departure.
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VISA REQUIREMENTS:
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