Maldives Dhoni Cruise
Experience Overview
White sands, blue skies, and crystal-clear waters — cruise the extraordinary islands of the Maldives by traditional dhoni. Experience the turquoise lagoons and perfect beaches that make these islands famous. Learn the local way and snorkel amongst the spectacular corals of the Indian Ocean. Every day offers relaxing sea breezes and countless photo opportunities. Indulge yourself in this tropical paradise.
Highlights
- Cruise through some of the world's most beautiful islands
- Uncover isolated beaches
- Explore small fishing villages
- Swim and snorkel the vibrant coral reefs of the Indian Ocean
- Savour local cuisine
Trip Details
Product Code: 1509
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Traditional dhoni boat.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: AFMS
Starts: Malé, Maldives
Finishes: Malé, Maldives
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- 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
Accommodation
- Traditional dhoni boat (6 nts).
- 6 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport
- Traditional dhoni boat.
Group Leader
- Skipper/CEO (Chief Experience Officer), crew.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $2,299 ($328 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Malé/South Malé Atoll
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.
Day 2-6: 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. Snorkel ship wrecks and reefs and 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.
Day 7: South Malé Atoll/Malé
In the morning, make the short crossing to Malé. The tour ends on arrival at Malé International Airport.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Sheila M - Traveled, October 2023
I had a fantastic experience at a very reasonable price
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/09/2023
Sandra J - Traveled, October 2023
G trips are always well prepared, great itinerary, experienced tour guides and a fun group
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/09/2023
Karen M - Traveled, July 2023
it's a great adventure
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/03/2023
Nicky E - Traveled, July 2023
This trip isn',t for everyone.. better if you are confident with water. Not as much fishing as I gad hoped for.. some of the snorkelling could have been better
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/03/2023
Noemie B - Traveled, October 2023
I simply had an amazing time on the boat and would go again in a heartbeat.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/09/2023
Angelika K - Traveled, July 2023
Trip fitted completely my expectation.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/03/2023
Myriam O - Traveled, June 2023
The organization of the trip is excellent and the choice of the crew and CEO make the experience unique and unforgettable
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/06/2023
Lynette J - Traveled, April 2023
Loved it all
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/27/2023
Kim D - Traveled, April 2023
You get to see the real country and oceanic creatures and not stuck on an island
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/27/2023
Viktoriia D - Traveled, March 2023
The boat was very comfortable. Since we were hopping from one place to another, the scenery was always changing, so you never get bored. Doing snorkeling from the boat is much easier rather than from the resort.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/13/2023
Peter G - Traveled, March 2023
Exceptional experience! Staff were fabulous, food was out of this world, and the memories will stay with us for the rest of our lives!!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/13/2023
Susan B - Traveled, March 2023
I understand the tours aren',t made for 100% of people.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/30/2023
Charlotte Munch M - Traveled, March 2023
the staff, the food, the ship - and most important the life in the water
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/30/2023
Maureen B - Traveled, March 2023
never had a bad experience, always well organized, easy to book and takes all the worry out of everything. You get to see local life. ethically run tours
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/30/2023
Stephen B - Traveled, February 2023
The planning and execution of our experience by G Adventures, our CEO Sunil and the crew of the contracted vessel were perfectly considered and delivered. They made the most of arguably the most beautiful place on earth.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/30/2023
Lisbeth P - Traveled, February 2023
Such friendly & helpful staff, good service, well organised. Overall good standard & clean rooms.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 03/16/2023
Andrew S - Traveled, January 2023
It was a great experience and the perfect way to see the Maldives and the enjoy the snorkelling.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/16/2023
Melissa M - Traveled, January 2023
everything was wonderful. crew and guide were outstanding. trip was well organized. good communication beforehand.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/16/2023
Alison S - Traveled, January 2023
The trip was one the best holiday experiences I have had. A lot of that was due to the exceptional staff on board our dhoni boat.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/16/2023
Sheryn H - Traveled, January 2023
The time on the boat is so relaxing and the crew take really good care of you.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 02/02/2023
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