Country(ies): Maldives
Tour type: Small Group
Group size: Min: 2 | Max: 0
Accommodation:Local deluxe guesthouse
Meals: Breakfasts - 7, Lunches - 2, Dinners - 7
Transport: Domestic flights, boat trips, jeep
Highlights:Boat trips, snorkelling over the coral reefs, island exploration by jeep & bicycle, sea kayaking safari, paddle boarding, scuba diving, uninhabited islands, beach barbecue, free time to relax
The Maldives, often dubbed a tropical paradise, magnetizes sun worshippers and luxury resort aficionados worldwide. Yet, beyond its reputation for serene beaches and lavish retreats, the Maldives emerges as a burgeoning haven for adrenaline junkies and water sports enthusiasts. Embracing a spectrum of exhilarating activities, from captivating snorkeling and scuba diving to thrilling surfing and windsurfing, the archipelago beckons adventurers to explore its aquatic wonders.
Enter our Maldives Active Adventure tour, a transformative journey whisking you away from the bustling capital of Male to the enchanting local island of Gan in Laamu Atoll, along with its neighboring isles, in pursuit of aquatic escapades. Laamu Atoll, renowned for its natural splendor, notably served as the backdrop for the cinematic realm of Scarif in the acclaimed Star Wars Rogue One film, adding an extra layer of allure to your expedition. This expedition promises an array of immersive experiences, including snorkeling and scuba diving excursions, tailored to both novices seeking introductory dives and seasoned enthusiasts boasting certification. Embark on a captivating kayaking safari, weaving through crystal-clear waters and pausing at picturesque sandbars and deserted isles, each brimming with untold charm. Delve into the heart of local culture with an exploration of a nearby island via jeep and bicycle, offering intimate glimpses into traditional Maldivian life. Additionally, test your balance and prowess with a thrilling bout of paddleboarding, as you navigate the azure expanses that stretch endlessly before you.
Amidst the exhilarating itinerary, ample opportunities for leisure await, allowing you to tailor your experience to suit your preferences. Whether indulging in additional activities that resonate most with you or relishing idyllic picnics and beachside barbecues, the itinerary is designed to cater to your desires. Your accommodation, nestled within a welcoming island guesthouse, exudes comfort and charm, providing a sanctuary reminiscent of a luxurious 4-star retreat. Here, amid the gentle lull of ocean breezes and the rhythmic lapping of waves against pristine shores, you'll find solace and adventure intertwined, creating memories to last a lifetime.
In essence, our Maldives Active Adventure tour offers an immersive exploration of the archipelago's aquatic wonders, inviting you to embrace the thrill of discovery and the serenity of paradise in equal measure.
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Upon arrival at Male International Airport you will be greeted by our representative and transferred approximately 35 minutes by air by domestic flight to the island of Gan, in the southern atoll of Laamu. Gan is the biggest island of the Maldivian Archipelago and is home to the longest beach existing in the Maldives (7.8km of white sand). Lammu atoll was also used as the location for the planet Scarif in the recent Star Wars Rogue One film.
On arrival you transfer to Reveries Guesthouse which will be your base for the week. Reveries is built in a unique contemporary Maldivian style nestled in a beautiful garden setting on a lovely beachfront location. This 4* property with 23 rooms has been welcoming guests from all parts of the world to explore the hidden treasure of untouched reefs, and discover the ancestral heritage of the locals islanders. Reveries offers full services and facilities for a great holiday experience and a comfortable, relaxing holiday destination. Complete with a restaurant, roof top mocktail bar, garden BBQ, Boutique, Gym, Entertainment area, plunge pool and wellness centre, Reveries offers a unique experience. Female guests are also able to sunbathe in bikinis within the confines of the hotels private beach/garden area.
Settle in after your flight before taking your first steps on the sands of this tropical paradise or explore the facilities of the guesthouse. Later there will be a pre-dinner group briefing.
OVERNIGHT:
Gan - Reveries guesthouse or similar
MEALS:
Dinner
EXTRAS:
Extra day in Hulhumale - pre-tour
Single room supplement (MASGMA)
Following breakfast served at the guesthouse the day will be spent sea kayaking, providing opportunity to explore the east side of the atoll. You will be coached on how to paddle and manoeuvre the kayak before heading off into the inner atoll. There will be plenty of time to stop off at sandbanks and uninhabited islands to snorkel and gain your first experience of the amazing underwater world of the Maldives. A picnic lunch will be eaten and there will be time to relax before heading back to Gan.
The remainder of the afternoon is free for you relax on the beach, snorkel the house reef or just chill in the plunge pool.
OVERNIGHT:
Gan - Reveries guesthouse or similar
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
Today the morning is free is free for you relax on the beach, snorkel the house reef or just chill in the plunge pool. You can arrange extra activities including snorkelling and scuba-diving trips locally.
This afternoon you will have the opportunity to explore the island of Gan by jeep. Gan has some unique features such as a fresh water lake in its centre (the Red Lake, so-named because of its red colour water from the tree-leaves falling into it) that was believed to be bottomless, as well as some ancient Buddhist ruins. You will visit a number of historical places and learn more about the history of the Maldives and local life, even visiting a fish factory and a local vegetable farm. The trip will end with a visit to a local cafe; to sample traditional 'hedika' - Maldivian savoury and sweet short eats served with black tea.
OVERNIGHT:
Gan - Reveries guesthouse or similar
MEALS:
Breakfast, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
Today is your chance to give SCUBA diving a go! Reveries dive club is a PADI registered dive school operated by Europeans and locals and was the first PADI scuba diving and water sports centre on a local island in Laamu Atoll. For those who have not dived before we offer a Discover Scuba Diving Course where you learn the basic safety guidelines and skills needed to dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional. You will complete two dives from the shore. Qualified divers can take 2 dives by boat to explore this virtually untouched paradise (ensure you bring your log-book with you to prove your qualification).
If you don't want to do any scuba-diving, then please advise us before you depart and an extra snorkelling boat trip can be provided instead at no extra cost.
OVERNIGHT:
Gan - Reveries guesthouse or similar
MEALS:
Breakfast, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
This morning you head out to the water for the opportunity to learn to stand up paddle. With an instructor, learn and practice the skills required on land before testing them on the water. After lunch together with your guide we explore the northern parts of Gan by bicycle. Ride along the Link Road, a boulevard of palm trees connecting Gan to the islands of Fonadhoo, Kadhdhoo and Maandhoo, which together make up the largest local community settlement in the Maldives. At the end of your journey be rewarded with fresh coconut water known locally as ‘kurumba’.
OVERNIGHT:
Gan - Reveries guesthouse or similar
MEALS:
Breakfast, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
Following breakfast served at the guesthouse the day is yours to enjoy as you please, visit some of the Star Wars Rogue One filming locations, relax on the beach, or if you're feeling energetic, you can practise some of your new found skills. Optional diving trips can be organised for certified divers, further snorkelling tours are available, and a visit to the Six Senses resort can be organised (subject to availability).
OVERNIGHT:
Gan - Reveries guesthouse or similar
MEALS:
Breakfast, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
Following breakfast served at the guesthouse we head to a Robinson Crusoe style uninhabited island with your guide. Relax and sunbathe on the powder white beaches, swim or snorkel the beautiful azure waters and enjoy a freshly prepared BBQ lunch. After lunch enjoy more of the same before returning to Gan. Fruit cocktails will be served at sunset before our farewell dinner.
OVERNIGHT:
Gan - Reveries guesthouse or similar
MEALS:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
EXTRAS:
None
After breakfast you are transferred back to Male by domestic flight (please arrange flights departing Male in the afternoon or evening). Those travellers booking a resort extension will transfer from Male airport on to their resort via the resort's own transfer boat. Our local representative will assist you with meeting this transfer though there may be a short wait depending on the resort boat's schedule. Extra nights' accommodation are available in Hulhumale if you need to catch a departure flight tomorrow morning.
OVERNIGHT:
N/A
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
4-night Gulhi Island Extension
Extra day in Hulhumale - pre-tour
Day-use room & airport transfers in Hulhumale
Extra day in Hulhumale - post-tour
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The hotels and accommodations listed below are the ones we most often use on this tour. From time to time we may exchange these for similar properties at the same level. In general, specific hotels cannot be guaranteed on our group tours, but you may select your preferred options if you are booking a tailor-made trip.
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add some additional sightseeing or activities, or some extra time at either end of the tour.
All accommodation based options (e.g. Single supplements, extra nights, cruise
upgrades) should be booked and paid for in advance so that we can make the appropriate arrangements. Other
options may either be booked and paid for in advance or while you are on the tour, though we recommend
booking in advance to ensure there are no issues with availability.
Many options are priced the same throughout the year, but some may incur single or
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