Overview
Key icons of this Experience:
Day 1: Arrival
Day 2: Snorkeling in Biyadhoo reef, Turtle reef, Dolphin Watching & Sandbank visit with BBQ lunch
Day 3: Snorkeling with Nurse sharks, Dolphins & Coral garden
Day 3: Gulhi island full day island hopping
Day 5: Snorkeling with giant Whale sharks & Manta rays
Day 6: Adaaran Prestige resort day trip (Relax on island resort, Snorkeling in house reef & many)
Day 7: Watersports in Maafushi beach (Jet-ski, Kayaking & Tube ride)
Day 8: Sunset fishing with BBQ dinner or Romantic beach dinner
Day 9: Departure
Special Note:
To enjoy this experience, please make sure you have booked 8 nights 9 days accommodation in Maafushi island, Maldives.
Where We'll be:
Maafushi is an inhabited island of the paradise of the Maldives. Just 30 mins away via Speedboat from Male (Velena) airport. It's considered as a gateway for various kinds of excursions, experiences & things to do. There are plenty of accommodation & all touristic amenities available to choose.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Mobile ticket
- Hotel pickup offered
What's included
Excursion Guide (Except Gulhi island and Resort Day visit)
Entrance fee, Free Wi-Fi, Sunbed and Swimming Pool (Resort Day visit)
Water Sports combo: Jet-ski, Kayak & Tube ride (Day 7)
Arrival/Departure Speedboat transfer (Between Male/Velena airport & Maafushi island)
Lunch
Dinner
Underwater photos and videos (Except Gulhi island and Resort Day visit)
Beach towels (Except Gulhi island day visit)
Unlimited Alcoholic and Non Alcoholic Beverages (Resort day visit)
Use of Snorkeling equipment: $30 refundable deposit required
Hotel Accommodation
Airfare
Foods (unless mentioned in "What to expect" section) & Personal Expenses
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What to expect
Day 1 Speedboat Transfer from Male Airport to Maafushi island
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Maafushi Island
30 min
The tour will start with your arrival at Velena (Male) International Airport and then a transfer to Maafushi island. Depending on your arrival time, you will enjoy a free day to relax in Maafushi island which is the first priority among the tourists as the base destination in Maldives.
Day 2 Half day snorkeling, Dolphin watching and Sandbank trip
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4 hours 30 min
Located 5 minutes away from Maafushi, Maavilaath is commonly the first choice from the range of snorkeling points we offer. This is totally a beginners point, where you will be able to see colorful corals and stingrays. Other than that we will do snorkeling in Biyadhoo reef (which is a circular ten-acre resort-island in South Malé Atoll) & Turtle reef, where you may enjoy the underwater beauty of Maldives. Moreover you will have an amazing opportunity to spot dolphins in open water and also we will have quite relaxing time on Sandbank prior to serve you a Picnic lunch.
Day 3 Nurse shark & Dolphin snorkeling with Coral garden experience
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Vaavu Atoll
6 hours 30 min
The key attraction of this experience is swimming and snorkeling with the nurse sharks, giant trevallies and dolphins in a natural environment, which will be a memorable experience for any marine life lover. Next, the group will reach Coral garden to where you may enjoy plenty of live and healthy corals and tropical marine life. Also, we will visit the sandbank, where you can relax on the white Sandy beach after having the BBQ Lunch which is complementary for this experience.
Day 4 Gulhi island full day island hopping
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Gulhi Island
9 hours
Gulhi is one of nicest and tiniest paradise islands in Maldives where you can enjoy the white sandy beaches and shallow water that can be ideal for snorkeling, swimming and relaxing on the beach. It is a small and quiet island where you can feel relaxed. The island is 500-meters-long and you can reach everywhere with a 5-minute walking distance. Also it's one of nicest places to observe the local life of Maldivians. Moreover, all touristic essentials such as restaurants, local shops, etc (at reasonable prices) are available during your visit to Gulhi.
Day 5 Whale sharks, Manta rays snorkeling and Dolphin watching
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Southern Ari Atoll
6 hours
Travelers will snorkel with Whale sharks and Manta rays as well as Dolphin watching
BBQ Lunch
Underwater photos and videos
Snorkeling equipment and towels will be provided
Day 6 Adaaran Prestige Vadoo resort day trip (Relax Day)
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9 hours Admission ticket included
Snorkeling - Amazing House reef with plenty of marine life such as Tropical fish and other sea creatures such as Sea Turtles.
Free Wi-Fi, Sunbed, Beach towel, Unlimited Alcoholic/Non Alcoholic beverages and all common amenities included.
Lunch at Buffet restaurant and Evening snacks will be provided.
Use of Snorkeling equipment: $30 refundable deposit required.
Windsurfing and other major watersports (On-site/Subject to an Additional Surcharge).
Day 7 Water Sports Combo - Jet Ski, Kayak & Tube ride
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No Bikini Beach
1 hour 25 min
Skip the line and enjoy 3 unique watersports on famous Maafushi beach
Jet-ski (15 mins), Canoeing (1 hour) and Tube ride (10 mins) on the shallow seawater around Maafushi island
We do flexible time slots, you may enjoy this experience anytime between 8 AM to 6 PM, everyday
Day 8 Romantic Beach Dinner on Maafushi beach OR Sunset Fishing with BBQ Dinner
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Maafushi Island
1 hour 30 min
Enjoy the romantic & lovely evening under the stars and candlelight. Our friendly and skilled staff will prepare delicious Mixed grill dining experience for you. The menu will be as the follows:
A. Grilled whole fish or chicken
B. Veg or Chicken spring roll
C. Veg rice with Maldivian sauce
D. Butter potato
E. Fruit platter
F. Complementary fresh juice
G. Drinking water -
Maafushi Island
5 hours
Catch your own dinner with the support of our local experts. Water deep reef fish exploration will be the key highlight of this experience.
Dinner Menu:
BBQ Fish
Rice with Salads
Day 9 Speedboat Transfer from Maafushi island to Male Airport
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Maafushi Island
30 min
The tour will end with a departure from Maafushi boat terminal and transfer to Velena (Male) International Airport.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Times are local to the experience (Indian/Maldives).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Discover South Male Atoll in 8 Nights 9 Days
Can I cancel Discover South Male Atoll in 8 Nights 9 Days for free?
No. All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
How long does it take?
It takes about 9 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Excursion Guide (Except Gulhi island and Resort Day visit)
- Entrance fee, Free Wi-Fi, Sunbed and Swimming Pool (Resort Day visit)
- Water Sports combo: Jet-ski, Kayak & Tube ride (Day 7)
- Arrival/Departure Speedboat transfer (Between Male/Velena airport & Maafushi island)
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Underwater photos and videos (Except Gulhi island and Resort Day visit)
- Beach towels (Except Gulhi island day visit)
What's not included?
- Hotel Accommodation
- Airfare
- Foods (unless mentioned in "What to expect" section) & Personal Expenses
Which places does it visit?
It visits Maafushi Island, Vaavu Atoll, Gulhi Island, Southern Ari Atoll, No Bikini Beach.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Tuktukdude Maldives







