The Maldives is also known as The Republic of Maldives. It is a small Islamic country in the Southern part of Asia located in the Indian Ocean. This country consists of nearly 1192 islands in which some of which are ring-shaped shallow water islands. The capital city of Maldives is Male. The good thing is the Maldives offers Visa on Arrival Facility to Indian People. Guys Passport is Mandatory. 4 to 5 days trip is sufficient to explore the main Maldives tourist spots. In Maldives people easily understand English and some can understand Hindi also. for goa trip click here and read.

Why the Maldives is famous for

The Maldives is mainly known for its shallow crystal-clear ocean and underwater scenery that is totally a treat for the eyes. It is one of the favorite honeymoon destinations for couples. There are so many lush green islands with exotic palms and the local culture of Maldives is another major source of attraction in the Maldives. There are so many calm pristine beaches and resorts where one can have a good time with his/her friends, family, or partner.

Transportation cost of Maldives

Well Talking about means of transportation, I would suggest you that prefer by flight. it is the only convenient way to reach the Maldives without wasting any time. While booking for the Maldives use the incognito mode of your browser. By doing so the flight booking websites will show you the genuine price. Always book 1 or 2 months in advance. Because over advance booking is cheaper. The combined to and return ticket of Maldives will cost you around 20,000 Rs. The airport is located in Male capital city of Maldives. The name of this airport is Velana International Airport. Always book non-stop fight to Male otherwise you may have to do check-in at two airports one in Kerala too.

Things to fit in Mind while planning your Maldives trip

While arriving at the male airport you have to fill a visiting visa form. After submitting it you will get your visa. In some cases, they might be checking your return ticket, hotel booking information, and your account balance. According to rules a person must have 100$ for per day according to his stay duration.

• Guys The currency of Maldives is rufiyaa. American dollar can also be used there. I would suggest you to use American dollar at every place at Maldives. So, convert your rupees While in India to American Dollars. You can exchange it to rufiyaa while in Maldives just in case of emergency or something.
• Always book your return ticket together your departure ticket to Maldives
• Always book hotel in prior. Pre booking of hotel is totally free.
• You have at least 500$ in your account or as cash. As you will be going for 4-5 days.
• Nowadays because of corona you should have corona negative report maximum 96 hours old.
• Don’t need to buy international sim at there in Maldives. Hotels provide free Wi-Fi everywhere.

Airport Transfers to any Island in Maldives

There is only two main budget-friendly means of transportation to roaming around islands. There are speed boats and ferries (A bus-shaped public boat). Another thing is that Maafushi island is the best and budget-friendly island in the Maldives. So, after leaving the airport just hop on a ferry or speed to go to Mafushi Island.

• Public ferry from airport to Maafushi Island will cost you around 2$. But it takes too much time.
• Sharing Speed boat from airport to Maafushi will cost you around 20$. It will save your time.

But I would recommend you speed boat as it will save your pricy time. However, one thing more if you would have booked your hotel then it would be better to talk to your hotel about all the schedules of ferries and speed boats. There is also a timetable for speed boats and ferries. It is a must converse with your hotel staff about proper details and booking of speed boats and ferries.

Hotel Booking with food

In the Maldives, you can easily get budget-friendly hotels. As you are in Maafushi Island so there are also so many hotels. There are so many websites and apps from where you can easily book hotels on a budget. Please always book such a hotel which provides breakfast and dinner in the inclusion of your overall stay price. There is Kaani Beach Hotel and some other hotels which would cost you around 4500/- Rs for the room for 2 person which would have all facilities like Wi-Fi, AC, Private Bathroom, Iron and also it includes breakfast and dinner. So, per person charge will be around 2300/- Rs. If you stay for 4 days in a hotel then your overall cost would be around 10000 Rs including green tax of hotels of Maldives. Talking about your lunch you can have it on your visiting destination or spot for 4 days.

Day-wise itinerary of Maldives

Day 1

As at your 1^st day just check in your hotel at Maafushi Island and visit local places around your hotel. Enjoy beaches, markets, and sunbathe at Maafushi Island. As your time would be wasted over airport then in the hotel while check-in so just visit locally and rest in your hotel.

Day 2

As there are so many private islands and resorts which you can visit on your second day. It would be a day-tour. Just check on the internet which resort is fascinating to you. Actually, all resort tours would cost you between 80$-200$ per person. So just go by your budget. In every resort tour, you are to and fro fare of a speed boat and lunch would be included with unlimited beverages. Always book in person there because you can bargain with them. Here are some private island resorts list with a price: –

• Adaaran Club Rannalhi(3 star) :- 100$ per person including( fare of two-way, Entrance, Sunbed, Towel, pool, Buffet Lunch & unlimited drinks and alcohol all day)
• Olhuveli Beach Resort & Spa (4 Star) :- 130$ per person including( fare of two-way, Entrance, Sunbed, Towel, Buffet Lunch, pool & unlimited drinks and alcohol all day)
• Taj exotica Resort & Spa (5 star) :- 173$ per person including( same as above)

Day 3

On your day 3^rd, you can book 3 point snorkeling (kind of scuba diving but not scuba diving)  and sandbank tour. It would cost you around 55$ to the couple. So hardly 30$ per person will have to pay. As many as in your group more discount, you will get there. In 3 points of Snorkeling, there are 2 points of special kind of fishes where you will swim with colorful fishes whereas one point is special for sea turtles. In this package, your buffet lunch and to and fro charge will be included. While in a speed boat on the way for snorkeling you will also see jumping dolphins in the ocean.

Day 4

Cover your day 4 for water activities. There are some packages which provide 4 water sports together. It would cost you around 30$ per person and you can enjoy 4 water activities like kayaking, banana ride and many more.

Day 5 (optional)

I think everyone is familiar with the glowing beaches o Maldives. This beach belongs to vadhoo Island. It is a natural phenomenon produced by Planktons. It is also a must-visit place. It would add 100$ additional cost to your overall trip. However, you can switch water sports activities with this island too.

The overall cost of the Maldives trip

Assuming 1 US dollar = 75 rupees

• Transportation cost :- 20,000 Rs to and back flight ticket + around 50$ of Speed boat to and fro from Male to maafushi island = 20,000 + 3750 = 23,750 rupees in total
• Hotel and meal cost of 4 days = 10000 (including your breakfast and dinner from hotel and green tax)
• Day-wise cost of activities = day 1 + day 2 + day 3 + day 4 = 0 +  120 $ + 30 $ + 30 $ = 180 $ = 180 X 75 = 13,500 rupees.
• Emergency money = 30$ = 30 X 75 = 2250
• Overall Cost = 23,750 + 10,000 + 13,500 + 2250 = 49,500 ( just assume it 50,000)