Maldives: The blue heaven

Crystal clear blue waters, white sands, sunny weather, mesmerizing sunsets, floating bars, incredible underwater life, snorkeling, scuba diving, dolphin cruises, beautiful hotels, and a lot more – That’s what MALDIVES is for you!

Maldives

Starts: from Malé

Ends: at Malé

Group: Women-Only

Dates

Start: 10 April, 2024

End: 14 April, 2024

~~₹ 53800~~

₹ 51300

About the Tour

Join this trip if you want to savor a lot of ocean, and a little bit of sun while getting lost in the pollution-free turquoise blue waters of Maldives. Our trip offers refreshing and rejuvenating experiences on the gorgeous island of Maldives. During this 5 days trip, you would have a lot of fun, relax by the beaches, group camaraderie, beach parties, social evenings, live music, and indulge in water sports and good food. Please note non-swimmers can absolutely enjoy all the water activities in the Maldives as we would be accompanied by experienced & professionally licensed instructors.

Can you recall how often you have randomly clicked on a celebrity’s Instagram story and seen them chilling and posing in the tempting cyan-blue waters of the Maldives beaches? Just the name of this South-Asian country brings a vivid picture of exquisite resorts, clear ocean and tropical trees to the mind. Maybe you have also imagined yourself amidst the scene, sipping an ice-cold margarita in your best beachwear and a straw sun hat. Well, glad to tell you that you are not the only one! The beauty of Maldives is so alluring that it makes every person fantasize about waking up to a spectacle of unceasing blue ocean, swimming in the refreshingly cool waters and watching the sunset burst the sky into a hundred shades of pink and orange, which gets reflected on the oceanic surface. What if I tell you that after travelling to the Maldives, you are in for a lot many surprising and exhilarating experiences?

Maldives is an island country in the Indian Ocean, lying southwest of India and Sri Lanka. Many ethnicities influence their culture, given the land’s rich history of settlements. The official language is Dhivehi, which is an Indo-Aryan language resembling Sri Lanka’s Sinhala Language.

Being an archipelago, Maldives takes immense pride in its diverse aquatic life. Colourful corals look like paint smeared on the sea bed. There are over 2000 species of fish, some of which are Blacktip reef shark, eagle ray, Oriental Sweetlips and moray eels. The favourite tourist’s activities are scuba diving, snorkelling, dolphin watching, freediving with nurse sharks and sunset fishing in the ocean since they offer a memorable chance to travellers to glimpse into the unknown sea world. While you enjoy these exciting adventures, the cooks of the land prepare the mouth-watering, traditional cuisine of Maldives for you. It is an elaborate creation that mainly incorporates coconuts, fish and starch. The mas riha (fish curry) with rice and rihaakuru (traditional tuna-based sauce) or a tall glass of coconut milk will leave even the most uptight people licking their plates clean.

Be it exploring the depths of Banana Reef, strolling through the beautiful city of Male or sunbathing amid the scenic beauty of Baros Island, Maldives is jampacked with soul-pleasing and remarkable places. The island lives up to the hype more than expected, and you will surely have a great time knowing that you deserve every last bit of it.

Trip Highlights

1. Rooms with Ocean View and Balcony

We are going to stay in a beautiful beach hotel at Bikini Beach on Maafushi Island, which is the most happening place on Maafushi Island.

2. Beautiful Beaches

The beaches of Maldives are gorgeous and they are known for crystal clear blue waters and white sands. Spending time on beaches at the seaside with soft waves of water rustling through one’s skin is one of the best vacation experiences in the Maldives. As you walk around them, you experience the musical winds whistling through your ears. Ain’t they the epitome of peace and nature’s beauty? There are many islands that have gorgeous beaches and many other fun activities too. As a matter of fact, our hotel is located on a beautiful bikini beach.

3. Dolphin Cruise

Dolphin cruises are one of the most exciting and fun-filled experiences one can enjoy in the Maldives. In fact, Maldives is one the best places in the world for the same. During a dolphin cruise, you can witness dolphins in playful nature. Watching cute dolphins swimming in the calming blue waters while the cool sea wind hits your face is the perfect escape from a hectic workload.

4. Visit Sandbanks

Do you want a soothing ambience with crystal clear blue waters and warm sunlight around you? Then sandbanks in the Maldives are the perfect addition to your trip. Sandbanks are rare geographical features and are widely present in the Maldives. A sandbank is a raised area of sand below the surface of the sea. How about having a picnic lunch on a sandbank set in a beautiful blue lagoon.

5. Snorkelling

The Maldives is an ideal destination for snorkeling for adventure seekers. In fact, even non-swimmers can do it as the activity happens under the supervision of expert and licensed guides. It is the top-tier place for nature-loving travelers to snorkel and witness beautiful underwater reefs, colorful marine life, and many fish species. One can also snorkel with the harmless nurse sharks. Being an award-winning snorkeling destination, the Maldives offer a completely safe & professional experience while taking care of their marine animals and the island shelters.

6. Infinity Pool Overlooking Sea

Do you want to have a relaxing experience in your hotel while overlooking the incredible crystal clear blue sea? Hanging around the gorgeous infinity pool while enjoying a picturesque sunset in the Maldives is the vacation one deserves. During this trip, you’d be welcomed into a hotel with an infinity pool.

7. Scuba Diving*

Scuba diving is one of the most fun-filled and adventurous water sports activities, and the Maldives offers one of the best scuba diving experiences. Just imagine the joy of exploring underwater marine life! Come face to face with so many fish species and let those tiny fishes tickle you! You also get to witness so many colorful corals too. Isn’t it a perfect “Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara Moment”? Just like snorkeling, scuba diving is also completely safe in the Maldives as we are offered experienced instructors and proper safety equipment.

8. Sunset Fishing*

Bottom-line fishing in customary Maldivian style using strands and baited hooks on portable reels is prevalent with families and friends. Reef bottom fishing is a conventional Maldivian activity that guests can partake in as the sun sets over the island. While casting a line to pursue the fish below, one can also enjoy the sunset throughout the ocean. Night fishing is a traditional Maldivian pastime. The chef can cook your catch over a nice barbeque as per your heart’s desire for dinner. While it is highly improbable that you will return empty-handed, even if you do, it will be an enriching experience.

9. Shark Bay Snorkeling*

Swimming with Nurse Sharks and the sighting of Manta Rays are at the pinnacle of several Maldives visitors’ travel bucket lists. Snorkeling or diving with any of these wonderful creatures is one of the greatest experiences, as they are one of the largest fishes in the ocean and among the most magnificent animals to see underwater. You can also witness Giant Trevally, Eagle Rays, Stingrays, etc. Don’t worry, these sleeping beauties in turquoise water lagoons are completely harmless and sometimes the strong current pressure enables guests to have a close-up interaction with them.

10. Private Island Resort Visit*

It costs a fortune to stay in one of the private island resorts. But how about experiencing one without spending a fortune? Day trips to private resorts are meant for people like us who would want to indulge in their beauty, luxury, and scenery for a day and also click some pretty pictures. Moreover, you can also have a delicious lunch over there.

11. Speedboat Airport Transfers

In the Maldives, one can forget about the exhausting long taxi trip from the airport to the hotel, and take a ferry instead. Isn’t it much more exciting? What adds to the swag is that we will have a private ferry to receive your group at the airport.

12. Lot of time to relax

From sunsets to starry nights, Maldives has the whole package of peaceful vacation one can ever dream of! The beautiful rooms with ocean views, an infinity pool, and relaxing time on soft sandy beaches. Along with relaxation, we also have many fun and adventure activities planned. From the moment one lands on Maldives Island, they step into the epitome of relaxation and peaceful vacation. This makes the Maldives a dream destination for almost all the tourists around the world, and it is the perfect place to escape from all the workload and tension.

13. Unforgettable social experience

Our small group size ensures a personal touch and our group leaders make sure to bond the entire group like long-lost friends. Hence, along with an amazing travel experience, you are in for great social bonding.

Your Itinerary

Day 1: Arrivals & Beach Day | Maldives

Please land latest by 2:45 PM at Velana International Airport(Malé Airport).
Airport Code: MLE

Once everyone is done with the arrival process (25-30 min), we will take a speedboat to our hotel on Maafushi Island.

Note: We can assist in booking flights at better prices as compared to the online ones.
Just in case, you don’t get a flight that lands before 2:45 PM, you can take a shared speedboat to the hotel costing 25 USD one way (arranged by us). But please check with us before booking.

Visa is free and on arrival.
Documents required – Passport (valid for 6 months from the date of travel) and a printout of the return ticket.
(please scroll down and refer to Basic Information Section for more information)

After Hotel arrival,
Get pampered with a welcome drink
Check-in & fresh-up
Group Introduction & Orientation
Chilling on Bikini Beach
Market Exploration
Dinner
Group Socializing/live music/beach party

Stay overnight in a 4-star beach hotel with balcony ocean-view rooms

Day 2: Ocean Excursions Day | Maldives

Breakfast
First snorkeling session/underwater exploration at Biyadhoo Reef
Second snorkeling session/underwater exploration at Turtle Reef
Enjoy a packed Lunch at a beautiful sandbank
Dolphin Cruise
Back to hotel
Chill by the beach or in the infinity pool or go to the floating bar
Dinner

Stay overnight in a 4-star beach hotel with balcony ocean-view rooms

Day 3: Relax or Choose Your Own Excursion(s) | Maldives

Breakfast
After breakfast, you can either chill in the hotel or by the beach or undertake any of the below activities:

*Scuba-Diving for Beginners – 80 USD
*Shark Bay Snorkelling – 55 USD
*Sunset Fishing – 30 USD
(above costs include photography, equipment, and instructors)

Evening in the hotel
Optional visit to a floating Bar for Party
Dinner

Stay overnight in a 4-star beach hotel with balcony ocean-view rooms

Day 4: Relax or Private Island Resort Visit| Maldives

Breakfast
Optional activity for today:
*Visit a Private Island Resort -Sun Siyam Olhuveli – 140 USD (including boat transfers, lunch, unlimited alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks during lunch, and access to the property)

Dinner
Group Socializing/live music/beach party

Stay overnight in a 4-star beach hotel with balcony ocean-view rooms

Note:
1. Activities marked with an asterisk (*) (Day 3 and Day 4) are not included in the package as every one may not be interested. You pay for them in USD during the trip.

2. All the excursions mentioned in the itinerary are suitable for non-swimmers and happen under the guidance of experienced & professionally licensed instructors. Also, underwater photos are included in the package for those activities.

3. Other available water activity options – Parasailing, Catamaran, Jetski, Kayak, Fun tube, Standup paddleboarding (SUP), Kneeboarding, and Whale Shark Expedition.

Day 5: Departure Day| Maldives

Breakfast
Check-out from hotel
Take a speedboat to the airport
Airport Drop (latest by 10 AM)

Trip Ends

Notes:
1. Please note that we expect to drop participants at Malé Airport by 10 AM. We recommend participants book a flight after 1 PM.
2. Please note that if you have booked an early flight or a late evening flight, and group transfers don’t suit you, you can take a shared speedboat from the hotel to the airport. The cost would be 25 USD one way. Check timings with us before.

Please book your return flights from Velana International Airport(Malé Airport).
Airport Code: MLE

Important Information

Ex- Maldives (add 5% GST and 5% TCS (fully refundable) to the applicable tariff):

53800 INR per person to/from Malé Airport in the Maldives (regular tariff)

51300 INR per person if you book from the first five seats

After the first 5 seats,

52000 INR if you but book from 6-10 slot

52800 INR per person for two or more people traveling together

52800 INR per person if you are solo but have already traveled with us 🙂

Else, 53800 INR

Please note that 5% GST and 5% TCS will be added to the final applicable cost. We will also require your PAN number for filing TCS. TCS is fully refundable and you can claim it while filing your ITR. Please note that if you have already remitted more than 7 lacs in the current financial year, then the applicable TCS will be 20%. We’ll require you to submit a mandatory self-declaration stating that you have spent less than 7 lac INR on International Travel in the current FY if you want to be charged 5% TCS.

To make a booking, please contact below:
WhatsApp/ Call: 9999749677
Email: chandni@transformingtravels.com

All speedboat transfers from Malé Airport to Malé Airport as per the itinerary. Please note these would be group transfers, not private.
Stay for 4 nights on a twin-sharing basis in a 4-star beach hotel on bikini beach. Our rooms would be ocean-view rooms with private balconies.
Buffet Meals (Set Menu, Veg/non-veg):
Day 1: Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast, packed Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast, and Dinner
Day 4: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5: Breakfast
Cost of water activities (Snorkelling, sandbank visit, dolphin cruise), their instructors, equipment, underwater photography
One friendly and knowledgeable group leader (female/male) throughout the tour
All local taxes in Maldives

The airfare from your current city to/from Malé Airport is not included
All the meals not listed in the Inclusions
Any additional beverages/ snacks/ meals/ items ordered at the place of stay. We request you to settle your bill directly with the staff.
Any money spent on any activity which is not a part of the package
Activities marked in the itinerary with an asterisk (*)
Any expense on any items/services which are personal such as driver tips, medicines, toiletries, sun protection creams, snacks, laundry, STD calls, etc
Any extra expenses incurred due to delays arising from bad weather conditions or any unanticipated or uncontrollable conditions
Any medical expenses
Any other expenses of any nature not included in the INCLUSIONS section

The group size will be limited to a maximum of 24 people along with a group leader and a minimum of 5 people along with a group leader.
Please note that our hotel is one of the best hotels on Maafushi Island. It has 3 separate buildings next to each other and sometimes, a group could be distributed in different buildings. Although, it has a beautiful common sea-view dining hall where our group would have all breakfasts and dinners together.
In our hotel, good & healthy vegetarian food with a wide variety, including Indian dishes, is available. Although, being a foreign country, sometimes taste expectations could vary. Please be mentally prepared for it. There are good non-vegetarian options too for breakfast & dinner.
Please note that all the activities (as they are water-based activities) in the itinerary are subject to weather conditions. The marine life sightings also vary with the weather conditions.
You cannot bring alcohol from India to the Maldives. It’s illegal to carry alcohol to the Maldives. You can buy and consume alcohol only in designated areas.
The best way to spend in the Maldives is to bring currency in USD.
Travel Document required – Indian Passport Valid for at least one month. Although, one must complete the Traveler Declaration form within 96 hours of arrival/departure.
Visa for Indian Nationals is free and it’s on arrival.
Activities marked with an asterisk (*) are not included in the package as every one may not be interested. You are supposed to pay for them directly during the trip. But let us know beforehand which add-on activity you prefer. Their rates are also subject to change from our vendors without any prior notice.
Our itinerary includes a lot of water activities. Please note that they are perfectly suitable for non-swimmers as we will be accompanied by experienced & professionally licensed instructors.
If you wish to analyze your eligibility for scuba diving, connect with us to get a list of mandatory checks.
Please note that the cost of optional activities might change without any prior notice. We also try our best to arrange for a discount on activities for our group members.
The earlier you book, the better price you get.

Sanitizer & Masks (please carry a backup mask too in case you lose one)
Summer Clothes/beachwear
Kaftan/Sarong to wear over swimsuit/bikini
Cute dresses for good pictures
Comfortable Flip flops/crocs for sand
Flip Flops for the hotel
Sunglasses/ Hat/ Headgear
Sunscreen (more than SPF 50)
Swimming Costume(s)/Bikini(s)
Energy bars/snacks/ dry fruits for munching
Any prescribed medication
A small day pack
Neck Pillow for flight
Identity proof – Indian Passport
Currency in USD (200$-500$)
International Credit/ Debit Card
POSITIVE ENERGY, ENTHUSIASM & SMILES!

90-76 days before the trip: 80% refund
75-61 days before the trip: 70% refund
60-51 days before the trip: 50% refund
50-41 days before the trip: 20% refund
Less than 40 days before the trip: No Refund

The cancellation policy is calculated on the total trip tariff, not on the token amount.

Participants will be respectful to their fellow guests, organizers, and the hosts
Participants have to show a little degree of flexibility during the tour
It’s the duty of participants to assess whether they are physically fit or not for the tour before joining it
Please note that neither we assign any seats in the vehicle nor do we take any special requests for that. Be it a first seat, window seat, or the last seat, we expect participants to be flexible with their choice considering the fact that it’s a group tour. Although, we encourage participants to shuffle seats with each other during the journey to support each other.
Transforming Travels reserves the right to modify the place of stay or the itinerary without any prior notice.
Every participant should be wearing a mask at all public places. Also, expected to carry a backup mask in case you lose one.
Every participant should carry a personal sanitizer and keep sanitizing their hands at regular intervals.
At the backend, we would also be conducting the temperature check of our driver, group leader, and guide.
Our accommodation partners sanitize the rooms and attached bathrooms before check-in. Common areas are sanitized on regular basis.
Temperature check is conducted for housekeeping and kitchen staff members every day by our accommodation partners.
The laws and customs of the areas we visit can be very different from those we are used to. Be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend, especially if you are visiting religious areas. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with and respect local laws and customs. If you fail to do so, we will have no liability to you for any cost, loss, or damage you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements.
Please note that if a Government rule asks for a negative RT PCR test report for any places that are a part of our itinerary, then it’s your responsibility to get that test done & bring the report.
Participants are advised to keep a good amount of buffer time while booking their flights. Please keep as much buffer time as you can. Still, if someone misses their flight because of any unpredictable circumstances then Transforming Travels won’t be liable.
If you do not hold an Indian Passport, please disclose the same at the time of the booking.

Important Information

Cost

Ex- Maldives (add 5% GST and 5% TCS (fully refundable) to the applicable tariff):

53800 INR per person to/from Malé Airport in the Maldives (regular tariff)

51300 INR per person if you book from the first five seats

After the first 5 seats,

52000 INR if you but book from 6-10 slot

52800 INR per person for two or more people traveling together

52800 INR per person if you are solo but have already traveled with us 🙂

Else, 53800 INR

To make a booking, please contact below:
WhatsApp/ Call: 9999749677
Email: chandni@transformingtravels.com

Inclusions

All speedboat transfers from Malé Airport to Malé Airport as per the itinerary. Please note these would be group transfers, not private.
Stay for 4 nights on a twin-sharing basis in a 4-star beach hotel on bikini beach. Our rooms would be ocean-view rooms with private balconies.
Buffet Meals (Set Menu, Veg/non-veg):
Day 1: Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast, packed Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast, and Dinner
Day 4: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5: Breakfast
Cost of water activities (Snorkelling, sandbank visit, dolphin cruise), their instructors, equipment, underwater photography
One friendly and knowledgeable group leader (female/male) throughout the tour
All local taxes in Maldives

Exclusions

The airfare from your current city to/from Malé Airport is not included
All the meals not listed in the Inclusions
Any additional beverages/ snacks/ meals/ items ordered at the place of stay. We request you to settle your bill directly with the staff.
Any money spent on any activity which is not a part of the package
Activities marked in the itinerary with an asterisk (*)
Any expense on any items/services which are personal such as driver tips, medicines, toiletries, sun protection creams, snacks, laundry, STD calls, etc
Any extra expenses incurred due to delays arising from bad weather conditions or any unanticipated or uncontrollable conditions
Any medical expenses
Any other expenses of any nature not included in the INCLUSIONS section

Basic Info

The group size will be limited to a maximum of 24 people along with a group leader and a minimum of 5 people along with a group leader.
Please note that our hotel is one of the best hotels on Maafushi Island. It has 3 separate buildings next to each other and sometimes, a group could be distributed in different buildings. Although, it has a beautiful common sea-view dining hall where our group would have all breakfasts and dinners together.
In our hotel, good & healthy vegetarian food with a wide variety, including Indian dishes, is available. Although, being a foreign country, sometimes taste expectations could vary. Please be mentally prepared for it. There are good non-vegetarian options too for breakfast & dinner.
Please note that all the activities (as they are water-based activities) in the itinerary are subject to weather conditions. The marine life sightings also vary with the weather conditions.
You cannot bring alcohol from India to the Maldives. It’s illegal to carry alcohol to the Maldives. You can buy and consume alcohol only in designated areas.
The best way to spend in the Maldives is to bring currency in USD.
Travel Document required – Indian Passport Valid for at least one month. Although, one must complete the Traveler Declaration form within 96 hours of arrival/departure.
Visa for Indian Nationals is free and it’s on arrival.
Activities marked with an asterisk (*) are not included in the package as every one may not be interested. You are supposed to pay for them directly during the trip. But let us know beforehand which add-on activity you prefer. Their rates are also subject to change from our vendors without any prior notice.
Our itinerary includes a lot of water activities. Please note that they are perfectly suitable for non-swimmers as we will be accompanied by experienced & professionally licensed instructors.
If you wish to analyze your eligibility for scuba diving, connect with us to get a list of mandatory checks.
Please note that the cost of optional activities might change without any prior notice. We also try our best to arrange for a discount on activities for our group members.
The earlier you book, the better price you get.

Packing List

Sanitizer & Masks (please carry a backup mask too in case you lose one)
Summer Clothes/beachwear
Kaftan/Sarong to wear over swimsuit/bikini
Cute dresses for good pictures
Comfortable Flip flops/crocs for sand
Flip Flops for the hotel
Sunglasses/ Hat/ Headgear
Sunscreen (more than SPF 50)
Swimming Costume(s)/Bikini(s)
Energy bars/snacks/ dry fruits for munching
Any prescribed medication
A small day-pack
Neck Pillow for flight
Identity proof – Indian Passport
Currency in USD (200$-500$)
International Credit/ Debit Card
POSITIVE ENERGY, ENTHUSIASM & SMILES!

Cancellation Policy

90-76 days before the trip: 80% refund
75-61 days before the trip: 70% refund
60-51 days before the trip: 50% refund
50-41 days before the trip: 20% refund
Less than 40 days before the trip: No Refund

The cancellation policy is calculated on the total trip tariff, not on the token amount.

Terms and Conditions

Participants will be respectful to their fellow guests, organizers, and the hosts
Participants have to show a little degree of flexibility during the tour
It’s the duty of participants to assess whether they are physically fit or not for the tour before joining it
Please note that neither we assign any seats in the vehicle nor do we take any special requests for that. Be it a first seat, window seat, or the last seat, we expect participants to be flexible with their choice considering the fact that it’s a group tour. Although, we encourage participants to shuffle seats with each other during the journey to support each other.
Transforming Travels reserves the right to modify the place of stay or the itinerary without any prior notice.
Every participant should be wearing a mask at all public places. Also, expected to carry a backup mask in case you lose one.
Every participant should carry a personal sanitizer and keep sanitizing their hands at regular intervals.
At the backend, we would also be conducting the temperature check of our driver, group leader, and guide.
Our accommodation partners sanitize the rooms and attached bathrooms before check-in. Common areas are sanitized on regular basis.
Temperature check is conducted for housekeeping and kitchen staff members every day by our accommodation partners.
The laws and customs of the areas we visit can be very different from those we are used to. Be aware of your actions to ensure that they do not offend, especially if you are visiting religious areas. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with and respect local laws and customs. If you fail to do so, we will have no liability to you for any cost, loss, or damage you suffer nor will we refund you the cost of any unused portion of your travel arrangements.
Please note that if a Government rule asks for a negative RT PCR test report for any places that are a part of our itinerary, then it’s your responsibility to get that test done & bring the report.
Participants are advised to keep a good amount of buffer time while booking their flights. Please keep as much buffer time as you can. Still, if someone misses their flight because of any unpredictable circumstances then Transforming Travels won’t be liable.
If you do not hold an Indian Passport, please disclose the same at the time of the booking.

Booking/ Query

If you have any questions or concerns, then please feel free to contact us using the below-mentioned details. Alternatively, fill this form and our team will get back to you at their earliest.

This trip can also be personalized as per your needs, with your friends & family. If interested, please reach out to us.

To book this trip, please Call/ WhatsApp/ Email using the below-mentioned details.