5-Day Trip Itinerary to the Maldives

1. Day 1: Fun Island Resort & Spa, South Male Atoll
   20 minutes (8.3 miles) from Velana International Airport

   Take a seaplane from Velana International Airport to Fun Island Resort & Spa. A beautiful resort located in South Male Atoll with serene white beaches and crystal clear waters. Enjoy snorkelling, diving, and water sports in the resort.

2. Day 2: Grand Friday Mosque, Male
   30 minutes (14 miles) by speedboat from Fun Island Resort & Spa

   Explore Grand Friday Mosque, an Islamic architectural masterpiece, and the largest mosque in the Maldives. The mosque features beautiful coral engravings, intricate woodcarvings, and Arabic calligraphy.

3. Day 3: Banana Reef, North Male Atoll
   45 minutes (20.7 miles) by speedboat from Grand Friday Mosque

   Go snorkelling or diving at Banana Reef, a famous dive site located in the North Male Atoll. Marvel at the beautiful coral formations and swim with a variety of fish and other sea creatures.

4. Day 4: Baros Maldives, North Male Atoll
   50 minutes (20 miles) by speedboat from Banana Reef

   Take a day trip to Baros Maldives, a luxury hotel located in the North Male Atoll. Enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches and crystal clear waters while sipping on a refreshing cocktail. Get pampered with a spa treatment or enjoy various water sports activities.

5. Day 5: Hulhumale
   15 minutes (5.6 miles) by speedboat from Baros Maldives

   Explore Hulhumale, a man-made island close to Male and Velana International Airport. Take a stroll on the beach and enjoy the stunning view of the lagoon or rent a bike and explore various attractions around the island.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Seaplane Transfer (to Fun Island Resort & Spa): 45 mins, £300
• Speedboat Transfer (to Grand Friday Mosque): 30 mins, £10
• Banana Reef Snorkeling/Diving Trip: 4 hours, £150
• Speedboat transfer + Day Pass (to Baros Maldives): 1 hour, £500
• Speedboat Transfer (to Hulhumale): 15 mins, £15
Total Estimated Costs: £975

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the National Museum in Male, or taking a sunset cruise. If you have less time, consider removing the day trip to Baros Maldives and instead spend an extra day at Fun Island Resort & Spa.