Maldives
Maldives
Overwater villas, crystal lagoons, and the most turquoise water on Earth
About Maldives
The Maldives is the ultimate tropical escape — 1,200 islands scattered across 26 atolls in the Indian Ocean. Overwater bungalows, glass-floor villas, world-class diving, and sunsets that look photoshopped. It's paradise, plain and simple.
Quick Facts
Best Time
November – April (dry season)
Language
Dhivehi / English
Currency
MVR (Rf) / USD accepted
Timezone
MVT (UTC+5)
Avg Budget
$200–500/day
Top Things to Do
6 must-see experiences in Maldives
Overwater Villas
Stay in a villa perched above crystal-clear lagoon with glass floors
Snorkeling with Mantas
Swim alongside manta rays at Hanifaru Bay — a bucket-list experience
Bioluminescent Beach
Magical glowing plankton lights up the shore at night on some islands
Diving
World-class reef and wreck diving with whale sharks, turtles, and coral gardens
Underwater Restaurant
Dine surrounded by ocean life at the world's first all-glass undersea restaurant
Sandbank Picnics
Private lunch on a tiny uninhabited sandbar in the middle of the ocean
3-Day Sample Itinerary
A taste of what TripGenie can create — fully customized to your preferences.
Day 1: Arrival in Paradise
- Seaplane or speedboat transfer to your resort
- Settle into your overwater villa
- Afternoon snorkeling off your deck
- Sunset cruise on a dhoni boat
Day 2: Ocean Adventures
- Morning diving or snorkeling trip
- Sandbank picnic lunch
- Afternoon spa treatment over the water
- Stargazing from your villa deck
Day 3: Island Life
- Sunrise yoga on the beach
- Kayak or paddleboard in the lagoon
- Visit a local island for Maldivian culture
- Farewell dinner on the beach
Travel Tips for Maldives
Budget option: stay at guesthouses on local islands instead of resorts for 1/10th the price.
Alcohol is only available at resorts — local islands are dry.
The Maldives is a Muslim country. Dress modestly on local islands (bikinis only at resorts/bikini beaches).
Book seaplane transfers early — they only operate during daylight hours.
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