A 5-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Maldives

• Day 1: Hulhumalé Beach
  10 minutes (6.8 km) from Velana International Airport

  Start your trip by visiting one of the most popular beaches in the Maldives. Hulhumalé Beach is a stunning stretch of white sand and crystal-clear water that offers a relaxing, family-friendly atmosphere. You can swim, sunbathe, play beach games and enjoy a variety of water sports.

• Day 2: Maldives Victory
  1 hour 10 minutes (35 km) from Hulhumalé Beach

  Explore the depths of the Indian Ocean by snorkelling or diving at the Maldives Victory shipwreck. The wreck is home to a variety of marine life, including colorful fishes, turtles, and eels, making it a perfect spot for underwater photography.

• Day 3: Veligandu Island Beach
  1 hour 40 minutes (80 km) from Maldives Victory

  Take a day trip to Veligandu Island Beach, a paradise for beach lovers. The island boasts powder-soft sand, swaying palm trees, and mesmerising turquoise waters. You can relax, sunbathe, and swim, or participate in a variety of activities, including snorkelling, diving, and kayaking.

• Day 4: Maldive Victory North Male Atoll
  1 hour 20 minutes (40 km) from Veligandu Island Beach

  Discover the rich marine life of the Maldives at Maldives Victory North Male Atoll. The snorkelling and diving expeditions will enable you to swim alongside a variety of marine life, including barracudas, rays, and sharks. You will also get to see the beauty of the Maldives' coral reefs and underwater landscapes.

• Day 5: Organic Local Maldives
  30 minutes (10 km) from Maldives Victory North Male Atoll

  End your trip on a high note by visiting the Organic Local Maldives farm. This agro-tourism site allows you to experience the Maldives' lifestyles, traditions, and natural beauty. You can learn about organic farming, meet farm animals, and savour local dishes made from fresh organic ingredients.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Hulhumalé Beach (1-2 hours, free)
• Maldives Victory (3- 4 hours, $40 per person)
• Veligandu Island Beach (half-day, $75 per person)
• Maldive Victory North Male Atoll (3-4 hours, $60 per person)
• Organic Local Maldives (2-3 hours, $20 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs: $195 per person

Transportation

Transportation in the Maldives is mainly by speedboats and seaplanes, especially when travelling between islands. Domestic flights and ferry boats are also available. Expect to pay between $25-$50 for a one-way speedboat transfer, and $100-$400 for seaplane transfers. Public transport is limited to some islands.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add more beaches or water sports activities. If you have less time, skip Maldive Victory North Male Atoll.

Airports

Velana International Airport (MLE) is the main airport in the Maldives. It is located in Hulhumalé, and it takes approximately 10 minutes to get to the capital city, Malé, by ferry or shuttle bus.