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Maldives Island Hopping
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Length
8 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Male (Maldives)
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Ends in
Hulhumale (Maldives)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 16, 2027 to APR 18, 2028
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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Special Interest(s)
18-to-Thirtysomethings
Contiki tours are only available for 18- to 35-year olds.
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Pricing listed is per person, based on double occupancy, and is the least expensive price for at least one departure date of this tour. Price is for the tour only. Additional items, including but not limited to, airfare (unless noted otherwise), travel insurance, and more, are additional.
$2,281.44
Overview
Wanna see a different side of the Maldives? Spend 8 days island hopping between coral atolls and laidback local islands. You'll travel aboard a traditional Dhoni, swimming, snorkelling and soaking up life on the water in some seriously stunning lagoons. Then trade sea views for island life on Dhigurah, known for its long white-sand beach and whale shark sightings. Expect coral reefs, local culture and island hopping beyond the luxury resorts.
Visited During Tour
Dhigurah | Hulhumale (Maldives) | Male (Maldives) | South Male Atoll (Maldives) | Vaavu Atoll
Dates, Offers & Prices Dates
Tour Itinerary Itinerary
More Details Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Maldives Island Hopping tour dates available from Contiki. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Contiki Tour Code 837-2728
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1Malé to South Malé Atoll
Hello and welcome to the Maldives! You'll meet your crew and Trip Manager at the airport before boarding your Dhoni (a traditional sailboat and your home for the next few days). Settle into your cabin, grab a welcome drink and get to know the captain and crew before a safety briefing and overview of our local island adventure ahead. After lunch on board, we'll set sail through the Vaadhoo Channel towards South Malé Atoll.Time to dive straight into island life. We'll kick off with a snorkel amongst vibrant coral gardens filled with colourful reef fish, or kick back on the soft white sands of a secluded beach. As the sun begins to set over the Indian Ocean, we'll enjoy afternoon tea by the water before returning to the Dhoni for dinner beneath the stars.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dhoni -
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2South Malé Atoll to Vaavu Atoll
Tuck into breakfast on deck before we head beneath the surface once again to explore one of South Malé Atoll's spectacular coral reefs. Think crystal-clear waters, thriving marine life, colourful corals, sea turtles and graceful eagle rays.Later, we'll cruise to Vaavu Atoll, passing turquoise lagoons and tiny coral islands along the way. The afternoon is all about making the most of life on the water, whether that's swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking or stretching out on deck. In the evening, we'll head ashore for a beach BBQ before spending the night at anchor.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dhoni -
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3Vaavu Atoll
You've got a full day to explore this wonderful lil' spot. Grab your snorkel and explore colourful coral gardens and crystal-clear lagoons, keeping an eye out for reef sharks, turtles, eagle rays and tropical fish along the way. Later, we'll stop at a local island to experience a different side of the Maldives. Stroll through the village, sample traditional Maldivian delicacies and meet local residents before ending the day with a traditional Bodu Beru performance.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dhoni -
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4Vaavu Atoll to South Malé Atoll
How good does a slow morning at sea sound? As we leave Vaavu Atoll behind and cruise back towards South Malé Atoll, we'll make one final snorkelling stop at a beautiful coral reef, before spending the afternoon relaxing on deck.This evening, join the captain and crew for a special dinner on board as we celebrate an incredible few days spent island hopping, snorkelling colourful reefs and cruising through the turquoise waters of the Maldives.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodations: Dhoni -
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5South Malé Atoll to Dhigurah
Enjoy one last breakfast on board before disembarking your Dhoni and heading back to Malé. From here, we'll board a speedboat and cruise across turquoise lagoons and scattered coral islands en route to South Ari Atoll (one of the Maldives' best-known marine regions).Welcome to Dhigurah (AKA Long Island in the local Dhivehi language). Known for its sweeping white-sand beach, crystal-clear waters and year-round whale shark sightings, this local island will give us a glimpse into everyday Maldivian life away from the resort scene. After checking into the hotel, we'll explore the island on foot before heading to Dhigurah's famous sandbank for sunset.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: TME Retreats Dhigurah (or similar) -
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6Dhigurah
Dhigurah is all yours to explore at your own pace today. Keen to get out on the water? Join an optional Whale Shark experience in the South Ari Atoll - one of the best places in the Maldives to spot these gentle giants. Keep your eyes peeled as you search for the world's largest fish. Back on land, spend your free time exploring more of the island, relaxing on the beach or grabbing lunch at one of the local restaurants. Later, as the day cools down, why not join local residents for a friendly game of volleyball, football or handball?
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: TME Retreats Dhigurah (or similar) -
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7Dhigurah to Hulhumalé via Malé
Spend your final morning however you like. Perhaps stroll along the beach or simply soak up a few more hours of island life before boarding the afternoon speedboat back to Malé.Sit back and enjoy one last cruise across the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean as we make our way back towards the Maldivian capital.On arrival, we'll continue to Hulhumalé and check into our hotel. This modern island city will show us a different side of the Maldives. Think high rises, local cafes, beachfront hangouts. The rest of the evening is yours to relax and enjoy your final night in the Maldives.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Star Shell Hotel (or similar) -
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8Hulhumalé
Grab your final meal of the trip before it's time to say goodbye to your fellow travellers. Swap socials and bid a fond farewell to the turquoise waters, coral atolls and island sunsets that have defined the past week.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
Contiki is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Maldives Island Hopping tour:
Travelers Notes
* MALDIVES: USA passport holders require a visa for the Maldives. The visa can be obtained upon arrival.* IMPORTANT: Please see important visa details sent with your invoice.* START/END TIMES: Trip starts in Malé, at Velana International Airport at 12:00pm. Trip ends at 9:00am in Hulhumalé. On the final morning of the trip an included departure transfer will be offered by the hotel, to Velana International Airport.* ARRIVAL TRANSFERS: Not available.* DEPARTURE TRANSFERS: The hotel in Hulhumale offers an included departure transfer to Velana International Airport (MLE).* PASSPORT/ VISA: Full passport details are required 60 days prior to departure. Services cannot be booked without this information. It is the passenger's responsibility to obtain all necessary visas prior to tour departure. * INSURANCE: Travel Insurance is compulsory on all Contiki Asia trips. The client is fully responsible for obtaining all necessary visas. * NOTE: The Maldives is a Muslim nation, drinking is illegal on the local islands (Hulhumale & Dhigurah). It¿s allowed on the Liveaboard boat. On Dhigurah (local island) - please wear respectable clothing at all times. There are designated areas for foreigners to swim called Bikini Beaches.* GROUND HANDLER: This trip is operated by Voyages Maldives.
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