7-Day Honeymoon Itinerary in Maldives - August 2023

1. Day 1: Arrival at Male
   10 minutes (2.7 km) by speedboat from Velana International Airport

   Start your honeymoon with a stunning view of the Indian Ocean at Male. Spend your morning exploring the Maldives' capital and sightseeing. In the afternoon, head to the beach for a romantic sunset view and experience traditional Maldivian cuisine for dinner.

2. Day 2: Maafushi Island
   1 hour 30 minutes (28.1 km) by speedboat from Male

   Take a day trip to Maafushi Island, one of the most popular and beautiful islands in the Maldives. Spend your day on the white sand beaches, enjoy water sports, and savor a fresh seafood lunch. Return to Male in the evening for a cozy dinner and a night out.

3. Day 3: Veligandu Island Beach
   1 hour 5 minutes (30.7 km) by speedboat from Male

   Start your day with a romantic breakfast on the beach at Veligandu Island Beach. Spend your morning on the beach, enjoying the sun, and swimming in the turquoise blue sea. Have a delightful lunch and explore the underwater world with an afternoon snorkeling session. End your day with a romantic candlelit dinner on the beach.

4. Day 4: Banana Reef
   20 minutes (6.4 km) by speedboat from Male

   Take a guided scuba diving or snorkeling tour at Banana Reef, the most famous dive site in the Maldives. Spend your morning exploring the underwater world and swimming with colorful marine life. Have a light lunch before going on a sunset fishing trip. Have your catch cooked for dinner by a private chef.

5. Day 5: Maldives Victory
   1 hour 10 minutes (29.4 km) by speedboat from Male

   Visit Maldives Victory, a shipwreck that is now a popular snorkeling and diving site. Spend your morning exploring the shipwreck and swimming with different fish species. Have a romantic lunch on the beach before visiting a nearby resort for a couples' spa treatment. Return to Male for a cozy dinner and drinks.

6. Day 6: Sun Island Beach
   1 hour 5 minutes (34.8 km) by speedboat from Male

   Visit Sun Island Beach, one of the most beautiful and serene beaches in the Maldives. Spend your morning on the beach, swimming in the crystal-clear water and exploring the island. Have a delightful lunch at a nearby restaurant and take a romantic sunset cruise before dinner.

7. Day 7: Departure
   10 minutes (2.7 km) by speedboat from Male

   End your honeymoon with a relaxing morning at your resort before departing for Male. Have a final lunch in Male and explore the city before your international flight.

Recommendations

Don't miss the chance to visit the glowing beach on Vaadhoo Island, one of nature's most fascinating phenomena. Also, consider taking a seaplane ride to see the Maldives' beautiful islands from a bird's eye view. If you have more time, take a trip to the Baa Atoll to swim with manta rays and whale sharks.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Scuba Diving at Banana Reef (3 hours, INR 16,000)
• Couples' Spa Treatment (2 hours, INR 12,000)
• Sunset Fishing (2 hours, INR 8,000)
• Seaplane Ride (45 minutes, INR 30,000)
• Traditional Maldivian Dinner (1 hour, INR 3,000)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 69,000