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6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners

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Your G for Good Moment: Maldives Plastic Clean Up. Arrival transfer. Fulidhoo Island visit and Bodu Beru performance. Felidhu Island visit. Bodu Mora Island visit. Snorkelling equipment. Beach time in the Maldives. Seven days aboard a traditional dhoni boat.

Transport

Traditional dhoni boat.

Guide

Skipper/CEO (Chief Experience Officer), crew.

Accommodation

Traditional dhoni boat (6 nts).

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Optional

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SNORKELLING EQUIPMENT: MASKS AND SNORKELS Please note that masks and snorkels will be provided onboard the boat. However, you can also bring your own equipment if you choose. GEAR SIZE - CONFIRM AT BOOKING Snorkelling gear is provided on the boat, Please let us know your shoe/fin size at time of booking so that we can ensure we have proper sized gear onboard for you. MONEY USD and EUR are accepted as payment for your beverage bill at the end of the tour. Maldivian Ruffiya are not accepted. USD is accepted on the islands for souvenirs. Ensure USD notes/bills are new and/or in good condition. RAMADAN According to the lunar cycle, Ramadan will fall between Feb 28th - Mar 29th 2025, and Feb 17th - Mar 19th 2026. Please note that Ramadan is a month of fasting observed by Muslims throughout the world, during which time the followers of Islam should not eat or drink between sunrise and sunset. There may be some limitations to services and disruptions to schedules during Ramadan, but generally our tours still operate effectively during this period and food is available to non-Muslims throughout the day. It is very important to display increased cultural sensitivity during Ramadan. Please wear loose fitting clothes, that cover knees and shoulders, and try to avoid eating, drinking or smoking in public out of respect for those who can’t at that time. COMBO TOUR Please note that this tour combines with other G Adventures tours. As such, the staff and some travel companions on your tour may have previously been traveling together with G Adventures, prior to Day 1 of your tour.No optional activities

Insurance

Insurance is not included

Flights

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Day 1 Day 1: Male/South Malé Atoll (1L, 1D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Male/South Malé Atoll (1L, 1D)

On arrival you will be met by the CEO at the airport. Then, the group will transfer to the airport marina to embark on today’s snorkelling excursion. Afterwards, travel to the dhoni boat where we will meet our captain and crew. Once settled into our cabins, we will depart.

Meals Included:
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- Private Vehicle
- 11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni 02:00 - 03:00 Hr(s)

Included Activities:
- Snorkelling in the Maldives

Additional Notes: Please note the “Snorkelling in the Maldives" included excursion begins around 10:30am, therefore we strongly suggest travellers arrive by 10:00am in order to have enough time to transfer to the boat for this activity. Any flight arriving after 10:00am would result in missing this included excursion. BUT do not fear, there are plenty of snorkelling opportunities throughout the trip. Just be sure you arrive by 2:00pm, so you don’t miss the last transfer to the boat.
Day 2 Day 2-6: South Malé Atoll/Felidhu Atholhu (5B, 5L, 5D)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2-6: South Malé Atoll/Felidhu Atholhu (5B, 5L, 5D)

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.

Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner

Transport:
- 11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

Included Activities:
- Snorkelling in the Maldives
- Maldives Plastic Clean Up
- Fulidhoo Island Visit
- Bodu Mora Island Visit
- Felidhu Island Visit
Day 3 Day 7: South Malé Atoll/Male (1B)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: South Malé Atoll/Male (1B)

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

Meals Included:
- Breakfast

Transport:
- 11m (37 ft) Converted Dhoni

Included Activities:
- Departure Day

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

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Maldives Cruise: Indian Ocean Dhoni Life

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Itinerary of your trip Maldives Cruise: Indian Ocean Dhoni Life

Day 1: Male/South Malé Atoll (1L, 1D)

Day 2-6: South Malé Atoll/Felidhu Atholhu (5B, 5L, 5D)

Day 7: South Malé Atoll/Male (1B)

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