Maldives Blissful – 7 Days with Whale Sharks, Manta Rays & South Ari Atoll
Malé, Maldives
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Duration
7 Days
Tour Type
Wildlife & Eco Tours
Group Size
10 persons
Location
Maldives
Overview
Skip the overpriced resort and see the real Maldives. This 7-day, 6-night island-hopping tour takes you through South Ari Atoll, with 2 nights on each of three local islands: Omadhoo, Dhangethi and Dhigurah. You stay in boutique hotels, snorkel house reefs and coral gardens, and go looking for whale sharks and manta rays in the South Ari Marine Protected Area.
Highlights
- 3 local islands in one trip: Omadhoo, Dhangethi and Dhigurah
- Snorkel with whale sharks and manta rays in South Ari Atoll (sightings are not guaranteed)
- Reef snorkeling with nurse sharks, guitar sharks, rays, turtles and colorful coral
- Sandbank visit and sunset dolphin cruise
- Boutique hotels, daily breakfast and all speedboat transfers included
- One guided activity every day, with a local host and an English-speaking guide
What's included
Private air-conditioned en-suite rooms, daily breakfast, all transfers, all taxes, snorkeling gear, 24-hour concierge support, free Wi-Fi at all properties, and a free island and restaurant guide.
Good to know
- You should be comfortable in the water, and this tour is not suitable for non-swimmers or people prone to seasickness.
- Speedboat departure times can change with weather or operations. On day 1, boats leave Velana International Airport at 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM. On day 7, they leave Dhigurah at 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Please confirm before you arrive.
- Wildlife sightings depend on nature. Our crew does everything possible to find whale sharks and manta rays, but there is no guarantee.
- Bring high-SPF or biodegradable sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, swimwear and a camera. Please don't touch marine life or leave litter.
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
Included/Excluded
7 days / 6 nights island-hopping tour
Boutique hotel stay (private, air-conditioned, en-suite rooms)
Daily breakfast
All speedboat transfers
Whale shark and manta ray snorkeling
Coral garden, nurse shark and guitar shark snorkeling
House reef snorkeling
Local island visit with Maldivian tea
Sandbank excursion
Sunset dolphin cruise
Bikini beach time
Snorkeling gear
24-hour concierge support
Free Wi-Fi at all properties
Free island guide and restaurant guide
All taxes
Personal expenses
Meals other than daily breakfast
Travel insurance
Itinerary
Day 1
Malé to Omadhoo
Day 1
Malé to Omadhoo
Meet at Velana International Airport and take the speedboat to Omadhoo. On arrival you get a welcome drink, check in and go on a short island tour. Then relax at the bikini beach. In the evening, walk to the jetty, where nurse sharks and stingrays gather after dark.
Day 2
Reef Adventure in Omadhoo
Day 2
Reef Adventure in Omadhoo
After breakfast, snorkel Omadhoo's house reef at your own pace. In the afternoon, join a guided snorkeling trip to a coral garden, a nurse shark site and a guitar shark spot, with a stop at a nearby local island for Maldivian tea.
Day 3
Omadhoo to Dhangethi
Day 3
Omadhoo to Dhangethi
Transfer to Dhangethi after breakfast and check in. Spend the afternoon exploring the island, relaxing on the bikini beach or walking the jetty, where baby reef sharks often swim in the shallows.
Day 4
Whale Sharks & Manta Rays
Day 4
Whale Sharks & Manta Rays
Head into the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA) to snorkel with whale sharks and manta rays. You return to Dhangethi before sunset. Sightings are not guaranteed.
Day 5
Dhangethi to Dhigurah
Day 5
Dhangethi to Dhigurah
Travel to Dhigurah, known for its long white-sand beach and clear lagoon. After check-in, explore the island and watch the sunset from its natural sandbank.
Day 6
Free Day & Dolphin Cruise
Day 6
Free Day & Dolphin Cruise
Spend the day at your own pace: relax, snorkel or return to the sandbank. In the afternoon, join a sunset dolphin cruise.
Day 7
Dhigurah to Malé
Day 7
Dhigurah to Malé
After breakfast, take the speedboat back to Velana International Airport. Departures are at 7:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
Facilities
Wifi
Gym
Air Conditioning
Swimming Pool
Parking
Restaurant
Room Service
Laundry
Beach Access
Garden
Airport Transfer
Hotel Pickup
Kids Play Area
Scuba Diving
Snorkeling
Travel Style
Couple
Weekend Getaway
Luxury Travel
Private
FAQs
How many islands do we visit?
Three: Omadhoo, Dhangethi and Dhigurah, with 2 nights on each.
Can I really swim with whale sharks and manta rays?
Yes. You snorkel with them in the South Ari Marine Protected Area on day 4. They are wild animals, so sightings can't be guaranteed.
What is included in the price?
Boutique hotel stay, daily breakfast, all speedboat transfers, one guided activity per day, snorkeling gear, taxes and a local host.
What is not included?
Personal expenses, meals other than breakfast, and travel insurance.
Do I need to be a strong swimmer?
You need basic swimming comfort. Non-swimmers should not book this tour.
How do I get from the airport to the first island?
You take a speedboat from Velana International Airport to Omadhoo. Departures are at 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM.
Is this tour suitable for people who get seasick?
No. Multiple speedboat rides are part of the trip.
What language is the tour in?
English
Tour Location
Malé, Maldives
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