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Luxury Maldives Holidays

An aquatic paradise, the Maldives offer visitors the ultimate island hideaway with generally just one hotel per island. Enjoy a sense of pure escapism combined with barefoot luxury and boutique accommodation. A Maldives holiday is all about beachcombing, watersports and dining with the sand between your toes!

Each of these idyllic coral islands are small and intimate and offer a real sense of romance. These islands are your perfect destination to spend a dream Maldives honeymoon. Treat you and your partner to a luxury water villa or perhaps a suite with private plunge pool.

The Maldives are among the world’s top scuba diving destinations, with warm crystal clear waters teeming with colourful marine life including elusive oceanic giants, the manta ray and whale shark.

We offer a diverse collection of Maldives holidays, from exclusive spa retreats to larger luxury hotels with family-friendly facilities. Our collection also includes hotel resorts for those looking for luxury all inclusive Maldives holidays. Each island offers its own unique character and charm. Evening entertainment is generally very low-key and, although all hotels serve alcohol, you are prohibited from bringing alcohol into the Maldives.

The best weather tends to be from November through to April. May and June can be more unsettled, with higher rainfall and choppy sea conditions, although a day without sun in the Maldives is very rare!

The journey to most resorts will be by speedboat, although a few of the islands are serviced by seaplane during daylight hours.

Contact our Indian Ocean travel specialists for more information about your next holiday to these beautiful islands.

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Maldives
7 nights from £1250 per adult
Half Board
Medhufushi Island Resort - Maldivian Style with Relaxed ambiance
Located in the unspoilt Meemu Atoll, Medhufushi Island Resort is a 40 minute seaplane journey from Male airport. Medhufushi Island Resort was awarded TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence Award in May 2011. The 112 thatched villas...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
  • All Inclusive Holidays
Maldives
7 nights from £1399 per adult
Full Board
Popular and very comprehensive all inclusive option resort in North Male Atoll
Meeru Island Resort is the only resort on Meerufenfushi Island on the eastern side of North Male Atoll, just a 55 minute boat transfer from Male International Airport.  The resort offers a tropical paradise and excellent value for...
  • All Inclusive Holidays
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £1465 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu is a truly escapist resort island located in the Baa Atoll, surrounded by pure white sandy beaches with a breathtaking lagoon, situated just 30 minutes' seaplane transfer from Male airport.  98 charming, simply...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
  • All Inclusive Holidays
Maldives
7 nights from £1645 per adult
All Inclusive
All-round island resort with gppd range of accommodation and plenty to do!
Lying in the Lhaviyani Atoll, just 35 minutes by seaplane from Male, is Kuredu Island Resort with three resorts within one island - Kuredu's bungalows and villas line the white sand beach whilst the lovely Water villas are in Sangu Resort,...
  • All Inclusive Holidays
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £1709 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Fantastic Facilities - All Inclusive Option
Lux* Maldives (previously called Diva) is located in the South Ari Atoll, which is renowned for being one of the best dive sites in the world, accessible by a 25 minute seaplane from Male. The resort is the first Maldives venture for the...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
  • All Inclusive Holidays
Maldives
7 nights from £1720 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Kanuhura - fabulous beach and wonderful facilities
This is a well established deluxe resort, combining superb beaches and extensive facilities. Kanuhura is located on the secluded island of Lhaviyana, 45 minutes by sea plane north of Male.    Kanuhura is one of the larger...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £1799 per adult
All Inclusive
Popular all-inclusive resort, stylish accommodation
Filitheyo Island Resort is a delightful little island paradise located just 40 minutes away from Male by scenic seaplane transfer and is the only resort in the unspoilt Faafu Atoll to its south.  The island of 21 hectares boasts 125...
  • All Inclusive Holidays
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £1819 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Baros - the Essence of Maldives
This little gem of an island is located in the North Male Atoll, just 25 minutes by luxury speedboat from Male airport.  The warm welcome from the friendly, professional staff complements the elegant accommodation in detached thatched...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £1845 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Angsana Velavaru - Tropical Boutique Resort - All Inclusive Option
Totally tropical, with superb beaches and tall coconut trees, this is in one of the most acclaimed areas in the Maldives for marine life. Angsana Velavaru is located in the South Nilandhe Atoll, 40 minutes by seaplane south of...
  • All Inclusive Holidays
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
Dubai
10 nights from £1879 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Beach Holidays
  • Multi Centre
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £1889 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Coco Palm Bodu Hithi
This gem of a luxury island retreat has become known for setting the highest standards of service and quality accommodation.  Arriving by motor cruiser from Male airport across the multi-hued lagoon of the North Male Atoll the first...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
Maldives
10 nights from £1919 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Beach Holidays
  • Multi Centre
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £1949 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Angsana Ihuru - popular contemporary, Boutique Resort
A small island, taking no more than 10 minutes to walk around, Angsana Ilhuru has a simple easy going charm with gradual appeal. Sister hotel to the neighbouring Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, it is located 20 minutes north of Male Airport by...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Dubai
Maldives
10 nights from £2055 per adult
Board Varies
  • Beach Holidays
  • Multi Centre
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
Muscat,  Oman
8 nights from £2150 per adult
Board Varies
  • Multi Centre
  • Beach Holidays
Dubai
Maldives
10 nights from £2185 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Beach Holidays
  • Multi Centre
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2190 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Stylish Six Senses island resort
...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2245 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Cocoa Island - Boutique resort, Stunning Spa and Amazing House Reef
This private island resort offers stylish simplicity, total relaxation and gourmet dining, just a 30 minute speedboat journey from Male airport. The house reef and nearby dive sites are a paradise for diving and snorkelling. All 33 suites...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Spa Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
8 nights from £2259 per adult
All Inclusive
Centara Grand Island Resort - a premium all-inclusive resort
 Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa is located in the South Ari Atoll, a 25 minute seaplane or 90 minute speedboat journey from Male international airport. This all inclusive, premium 4 star resort is the perfect resort for...
  • All Inclusive Holidays
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2299 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Contemporary new luxury resort by Per Aquum
Opening mid-February 2012, this innovative resort is little sister to Per Aquum's luxury Huvafen Fushi and promises to bring a new level of comfort and contemporary style to the Maldives. Seventy-eight modern Studios are sited on the...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2310 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
One&Only Reethi Rah Resort & Spa
Stylish and trendy, One&Only Reethi Rah offers high quality accommodation combined with extensive leisure facilities. This award winning resort is on one of the largest islands in the North Male Atoll. A luxury yacht will transfer you...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Dubai
Maldives
10 nights from £2325 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Multi Centre
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2339 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Constance Halaveli Resort - all villas with private pools
A recent addition to the Constance Hotels collection and the first in the Maldives, Constance Halaveli opened its doors in summer 2009 and now proudly takes its place amongst the destination’s finest resorts. Situated in the North...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Spa Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2365 per adult
Full Board
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru - Environmentally Focused Luxury Boutique Property
The location is Vabbinfaru Island, which will take you no more than 15 minutes to walk around and can be reached by a 25 minute speedboat transfer from the airport. Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru offers a combination of rustic thatched roofed...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2385 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Dusit Thani Maldives - Superb Luxury Resort with perfect house reef
Imagine a perfect white-sand beach encircling a lush green island, set in a rich turquoise lagoon - this is Dusit Thani Maldives! Just 35 minutes' seaplane ride from Male (10 minutes from the new domestic airport opening late 2012), it...
  • Honeymoons & Romance
  • Beach Holidays
Maldives
7 nights from £2385 per adult
All Inclusive
Very popular premium all-inclusive resort
Located in the south east of Ari Atoll, known for its excellent dive sites, Lily Beach Resort & Spa occupies the private island of Huvahendhoo with its own house reef just metres away. This premium all-inclusive resort offers 119...
  • All Inclusive Holidays
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2395 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa
Find adventure and relaxation for all the family at this colourful private island, voted the number one Travel Experience 2011 by readers of Condé Nast Traveller.  Sail over to The Island Spa for all-natural treatments...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2495 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Huvafen Fushi - contemporary luxury
One of the most acclaimed resorts in the Maldives, Huvafen Fushi offers the highest standards of resort luxury, combined with a totally original approach to design. The property, managed by luxury brand Per Aquum Resorts, is located in...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
12 Days from £2500 per adult
Includes: Flights, Accommodation, Transfers
Locations: Habarana, Dambulla, Kandy, Pinnawela, Maldives
Dubai
Maldives
10 nights from £2515 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Multi Centre
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2535 per adult
All Inclusive
Constance Moofushi Resort
Occupying a small island in the South Ari Atoll, Constance Moofushi is regarded as one of the top dive spots in the world. The 110 contemporary Beach and Villa Suites provide comfortable accommodation with all the modern conveniences you...
  • All Inclusive Holidays
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
13 Days from £2580 per adult
Includes: Flights, Accommodation, Transfers
Locations: Cochin, Kumarakom, Kovalam, Maldives
Maldives
Muscat,  Oman
10 nights from £2649 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Multi Centre
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2865 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Four Seasons Resort at Landaa Giraavaru
This luxurious island retreat is situated in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, a 40 minute seaplane ride from Male Airport. Set over 44 acres of lush natural vegetation, encircled by white sand beaches lapped by clear...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Dubai
Maldives
10 nights from £2985 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Beach Holidays
  • Multi Centre
  • Multi Centre
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £2999 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Chic, Contemporary and Funky
A totally luxurious, ultra glamorous resort, W Retreat & Spa is located in the North Ari Atoll, 30 minutes by seaplane from Male. The 78 extremely spacious retreats are either located on the beach or are over water on stilts. Each has...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Spa Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
7 nights from £3069 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
Anantara Kihavah Villas
The brand new (spring 2011) luxurious Anantara Kihavah Villas is the newest addition to the Anantara family of stunning resorts in the Maldives, offering  the experienced hospitality and five-start service of the Thai-owned group...
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Maldives
Muscat,  Oman
Wahiba Sands,  Oman
12 nights from £3099 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Retreats
  • Multi Centre
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Singapore
Maldives
10 nights from £3115 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Multi Centre
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
Singapore
Maldives
10 nights from £3115 per adult
Bed and Breakfast
  • Multi Centre
  • Beach Holidays
  • Honeymoons & Romance
12 Days from £4975 per adult
Includes: Flights, Accommodation, Transfers
Locations: Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Maldives
Maldives Accommodation
Anantara Kihavah Villas in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
The brand new (spring 2011) luxurious Anantara Kihavah Villas is the newest addition to the Anantara family of stunning resorts in the Maldives, offering  the experienced hospitality and five-start service of the Thai-owned group...
Angsana Ihuru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
A small island, taking no more than 10 minutes to walk around, Angsana Ilhuru has a simple easy going charm with gradual appeal. Sister hotel to the neighbouring Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, it is located 20 minutes north of Male Airport by...
Angsana Velavaru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Totally tropical, with superb beaches and tall coconut trees, this is in one of the most acclaimed areas in the Maldives for marine life. Angsana Velavaru is located in the South Nilandhe Atoll, 40 minutes by seaplane south of...
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
The location is Vabbinfaru Island, which will take you no more than 15 minutes to walk around and can be reached by a 25 minute speedboat transfer from the airport. Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru offers a combination of rustic thatched roofed...
Baros Maldives in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This little gem of an island is located in the North Male Atoll, just 25 minutes by luxury speedboat from Male airport.  The warm welcome from the friendly, professional staff complements the elegant accommodation in detached thatched...
Centara Grand Island Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
 Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa is located in the South Ari Atoll, a 25 minute seaplane or 90 minute speedboat journey from Male international airport. This all inclusive, premium 4 star resort is the perfect resort for...
Coco Palm Bodu Hithi in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This gem of a luxury island retreat has become known for setting the highest standards of service and quality accommodation.  Arriving by motor cruiser from Male airport across the multi-hued lagoon of the North Male Atoll the first...
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu is a truly escapist resort island located in the Baa Atoll, surrounded by pure white sandy beaches with a breathtaking lagoon, situated just 30 minutes' seaplane transfer from Male airport.  98 charming, simply...
Cocoa Island in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This private island resort offers stylish simplicity, total relaxation and gourmet dining, just a 30 minute speedboat journey from Male airport. The house reef and nearby dive sites are a paradise for diving and snorkelling. All 33 suites...
Constance Halaveli  Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
A recent addition to the Constance Hotels collection and the first in the Maldives, Constance Halaveli opened its doors in summer 2009 and now proudly takes its place amongst the destination’s finest resorts. Situated in the North...
Constance Moofushi in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Occupying a small island in the South Ari Atoll, Constance Moofushi is regarded as one of the top dive spots in the world. The 110 contemporary Beach and Villa Suites provide comfortable accommodation with all the modern conveniences you...
Dusit Thani Maldives in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Imagine a perfect white-sand beach encircling a lush green island, set in a rich turquoise lagoon - this is Dusit Thani Maldives! Just 35 minutes' seaplane ride from Male (10 minutes from the new domestic airport opening late 2012), it...
Filitheyo Island Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Filitheyo Island Resort is a delightful little island paradise located just 40 minutes away from Male by scenic seaplane transfer and is the only resort in the unspoilt Faafu Atoll to its south.  The island of 21 hectares boasts 125...
Four Seasons Resort Kuda Huraa in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Find adventure and relaxation for all the family at this colourful private island, voted the number one Travel Experience 2011 by readers of Condé Nast Traveller.  Sail over to The Island Spa for all-natural treatments...
Four Seasons Resort Landaa Giraavaru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This luxurious island retreat is situated in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, a 40 minute seaplane ride from Male Airport. Set over 44 acres of lush natural vegetation, encircled by white sand beaches lapped by clear...
Huvafen Fushi in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
One of the most acclaimed resorts in the Maldives, Huvafen Fushi offers the highest standards of resort luxury, combined with a totally original approach to design. The property, managed by luxury brand Per Aquum Resorts, is located in...
Island Hideaway in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Island Hideaway, a luxurious boutique island resort is situated in Haa Alifu Atoll, on Dhonakulgi island, reached by a 45 minute flight and 20 minutes speedboat. Although the island is 1.4 kms long and 500m wide, only 5% is actually...
Kanuhura in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This is a well established deluxe resort, combining superb beaches and extensive facilities. Kanuhura is located on the secluded island of Lhaviyana, 45 minutes by sea plane north of Male.    Kanuhura is one of the larger...
Kuredu Island Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Lying in the Lhaviyani Atoll, just 35 minutes by seaplane from Male, is Kuredu Island Resort with three resorts within one island - Kuredu's bungalows and villas line the white sand beach whilst the lovely Water villas are in Sangu Resort,...
Lily Beach Resort & spa in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Located in the south east of Ari Atoll, known for its excellent dive sites, Lily Beach Resort & Spa occupies the private island of Huvahendhoo with its own house reef just metres away. This premium all-inclusive resort offers 119...
Lux* Maldives (previously Diva) in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Lux* Maldives (previously called Diva) is located in the South Ari Atoll, which is renowned for being one of the best dive sites in the world, accessible by a 25 minute seaplane from Male. The resort is the first Maldives venture for the...
Medhufushi Island Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Located in the unspoilt Meemu Atoll, Medhufushi Island Resort is a 40 minute seaplane journey from Male airport. Medhufushi Island Resort was awarded TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence Award in May 2011. The 112 thatched villas...
Meeru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Meeru Island Resort is the only resort on Meerufenfushi Island on the eastern side of North Male Atoll, just a 55 minute boat transfer from Male International Airport.  The resort offers a tropical paradise and excellent value for...
Niyama in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Opening mid-February 2012, this innovative resort is little sister to Per Aquum's luxury Huvafen Fushi and promises to bring a new level of comfort and contemporary style to the Maldives. Seventy-eight modern Studios are sited on the...
One&Only Reethi Rah in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Stylish and trendy, One&Only Reethi Rah offers high quality accommodation combined with extensive leisure facilities. This award winning resort is on one of the largest islands in the North Male Atoll. A luxury yacht will transfer you...
Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Located at the southern tip of the Addu Atoll, just south of the equator, Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa is a luxury  resort  on a long narrow island with over six kilometres of coastline, set...
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Sheraton Maldives is a popular resort located a short speedboat ride from Male airport and provides everything you could desire in a Maldivian beach holiday – turquoise lagoon, white sand beaches, luxurious villa accommodation and a...
Six Senses Laamu in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
...
Soneva Fushi by Six Senses in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
The ultimate Robinson Crusoe island, Soneva Fushi by Six Senses is a 30 minute seaplane journey from Male airport and offers a barefoot luxury experience. It is one of the largest, and certainly more tropical of the islands with...
W Retreat & Spa in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
A totally luxurious, ultra glamorous resort, W Retreat & Spa is located in the North Ari Atoll, 30 minutes by seaplane from Male. The 78 extremely spacious retreats are either located on the beach or are over water on stilts. Each has...
Maldives Accommodation
Anantara Kihavah Villas in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
The brand new (spring 2011) luxurious Anantara Kihavah Villas is the newest addition to the Anantara family of stunning resorts in the Maldives, offering  the experienced hospitality and five-start service of the Thai-owned group...
Angsana Ihuru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
A small island, taking no more than 10 minutes to walk around, Angsana Ilhuru has a simple easy going charm with gradual appeal. Sister hotel to the neighbouring Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, it is located 20 minutes north of Male Airport by...
Angsana Velavaru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Totally tropical, with superb beaches and tall coconut trees, this is in one of the most acclaimed areas in the Maldives for marine life. Angsana Velavaru is located in the South Nilandhe Atoll, 40 minutes by seaplane south of...
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
The location is Vabbinfaru Island, which will take you no more than 15 minutes to walk around and can be reached by a 25 minute speedboat transfer from the airport. Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru offers a combination of rustic thatched roofed...
Baros Maldives in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This little gem of an island is located in the North Male Atoll, just 25 minutes by luxury speedboat from Male airport.  The warm welcome from the friendly, professional staff complements the elegant accommodation in detached thatched...
Centara Grand Island Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
 Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa is located in the South Ari Atoll, a 25 minute seaplane or 90 minute speedboat journey from Male international airport. This all inclusive, premium 4 star resort is the perfect resort for...
Coco Palm Bodu Hithi in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This gem of a luxury island retreat has become known for setting the highest standards of service and quality accommodation.  Arriving by motor cruiser from Male airport across the multi-hued lagoon of the North Male Atoll the first...
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu is a truly escapist resort island located in the Baa Atoll, surrounded by pure white sandy beaches with a breathtaking lagoon, situated just 30 minutes' seaplane transfer from Male airport.  98 charming, simply...
Cocoa Island in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This private island resort offers stylish simplicity, total relaxation and gourmet dining, just a 30 minute speedboat journey from Male airport. The house reef and nearby dive sites are a paradise for diving and snorkelling. All 33 suites...
Constance Halaveli  Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
A recent addition to the Constance Hotels collection and the first in the Maldives, Constance Halaveli opened its doors in summer 2009 and now proudly takes its place amongst the destination’s finest resorts. Situated in the North...
Constance Moofushi in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Occupying a small island in the South Ari Atoll, Constance Moofushi is regarded as one of the top dive spots in the world. The 110 contemporary Beach and Villa Suites provide comfortable accommodation with all the modern conveniences you...
Dusit Thani Maldives in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Imagine a perfect white-sand beach encircling a lush green island, set in a rich turquoise lagoon - this is Dusit Thani Maldives! Just 35 minutes' seaplane ride from Male (10 minutes from the new domestic airport opening late 2012), it...
Filitheyo Island Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Filitheyo Island Resort is a delightful little island paradise located just 40 minutes away from Male by scenic seaplane transfer and is the only resort in the unspoilt Faafu Atoll to its south.  The island of 21 hectares boasts 125...
Four Seasons Resort Kuda Huraa in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Find adventure and relaxation for all the family at this colourful private island, voted the number one Travel Experience 2011 by readers of Condé Nast Traveller.  Sail over to The Island Spa for all-natural treatments...
Four Seasons Resort Landaa Giraavaru in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This luxurious island retreat is situated in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, a 40 minute seaplane ride from Male Airport. Set over 44 acres of lush natural vegetation, encircled by white sand beaches lapped by clear...
Huvafen Fushi in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
One of the most acclaimed resorts in the Maldives, Huvafen Fushi offers the highest standards of resort luxury, combined with a totally original approach to design. The property, managed by luxury brand Per Aquum Resorts, is located in...
Island Hideaway in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Island Hideaway, a luxurious boutique island resort is situated in Haa Alifu Atoll, on Dhonakulgi island, reached by a 45 minute flight and 20 minutes speedboat. Although the island is 1.4 kms long and 500m wide, only 5% is actually...
Kanuhura in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
This is a well established deluxe resort, combining superb beaches and extensive facilities. Kanuhura is located on the secluded island of Lhaviyana, 45 minutes by sea plane north of Male.    Kanuhura is one of the larger...
Kuredu Island Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Lying in the Lhaviyani Atoll, just 35 minutes by seaplane from Male, is Kuredu Island Resort with three resorts within one island - Kuredu's bungalows and villas line the white sand beach whilst the lovely Water villas are in Sangu Resort,...
Lily Beach Resort & spa in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Located in the south east of Ari Atoll, known for its excellent dive sites, Lily Beach Resort & Spa occupies the private island of Huvahendhoo with its own house reef just metres away. This premium all-inclusive resort offers 119...
Lux* Maldives (previously Diva) in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Lux* Maldives (previously called Diva) is located in the South Ari Atoll, which is renowned for being one of the best dive sites in the world, accessible by a 25 minute seaplane from Male. The resort is the first Maldives venture for the...
Medhufushi Island Resort in Maldives
Price on request
Maldives
Located in the unspoilt Meemu Atoll, Medhufushi Island Resort is a 40 minute seaplane journey from Male airport. Medhufushi Island Resort was awarded TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence Award in May 2011. The 112 thatched villas...
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Meeru Island Resort is the only resort on Meerufenfushi Island on the eastern side of North Male Atoll, just a 55 minute boat transfer from Male International Airport.  The resort offers a tropical paradise and excellent value for...
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Opening mid-February 2012, this innovative resort is little sister to Per Aquum's luxury Huvafen Fushi and promises to bring a new level of comfort and contemporary style to the Maldives. Seventy-eight modern Studios are sited on the...
One&Only Reethi Rah in Maldives
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Stylish and trendy, One&Only Reethi Rah offers high quality accommodation combined with extensive leisure facilities. This award winning resort is on one of the largest islands in the North Male Atoll. A luxury yacht will transfer you...
Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa in Maldives
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Located at the southern tip of the Addu Atoll, just south of the equator, Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa is a luxury  resort  on a long narrow island with over six kilometres of coastline, set...
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About Maldives

Island Hopping

With over 2000 islands on offer in the Maldives, a great way to explore what some of them have to offer is to go island hopping. Whether it is to visit an uninhabited island or check out a neighbouring resort, boat trips leave daily from most islands. Private dhoni yachts can also be arranged for those looking for the ultimate romantic or Maldives honeymoon experience.

Male - The Capital

Male is just 10 minutes from the airport by boat and is the capital of the Maldives. The island is two square kilometres in area and home to 70,000 people and the pace of life in Male is unlike anywhere else in the Maldives. The busy island is now full of glass fronted buildings, shops, schools, hospitals, hotels and restaurants, with paved roads and people going about there everyday business. It is very easy to find you way around the island.

The Islamic Centre - Male

The Islamic Centre is located in the centre of the northern facade of Male. The building, with its golden dome, symbolises the religion of Islam, which has existed in the country for centuries.

Hukuru Miiskiiy - Male

Hukuru Miskiiy, the old Friday Mosque built in the 17th century, displays inticrately carved coral walls which are truly a sight to behold. The surrounding grounds are home to a graveyard where tombstones of many sultans can be found. One important part of the mosque is the minaret, a drum shaped tower from where the muezzin used to call for prayers.

Presidential Palace - Male

Mulee-agee, the former Presidential Palace was built around the turn of the 20th century by the Sultan for one of his sons and was later used as the official resident of the president and at present the president's office. The new Presidential Palace along Orchid Magu exhibits excellent craftmanship.

Popular Shopping Spots in Maldives

The shopping in Maldives is worth spending some time exploring. Local things to see include handmade artifacts as well as popular items including clothing, cosmetics, electronics, and accessories.

Chaandanee Mugu
The ideal place to be if looking for traditional and handmade crafts. The shops in the surrounding areas are filled with gift items as well. Local items including miniature dhonis made of wood are definitely worth purchasing for your private collection should you have one.

Majeedhee Magu
This impressive market has several shops which carries endless counts of garments, ornaments, bags, and electrical equiptment. Minus the 15 break for prayer, the market remains open daily until 11PM. There is also a nearby market that sells fresh vegetables and fruits as well.

Duty Free Shopping
In Maldives, duty free shopping is limited to the international airport only.



 

Watersports

The Maldives are a ideal holiday destination for some fantastic watersports ranging from sailing, windsurfing, swimming, canoeing, parasailing, deep sea fishing, jet skiing and waterskiing. You can also charter yachts or go on boat safari's to discover uninhabited Maldivan islands.

Surfing

Surfing is a new sport that has recently taken off in the Maldives. It is best to stay in a resort in the North Male Atoll, where the surf breaks are excellent and up to 2.5 metres high. For a surf holiday to the Maldives, Western & Oriental Travel recommend travelling between May and October.

Diving and Snorkelling

The Maldives are world renowned for their dive sites and coral reefs making it ideal for diving and snorkelling. It is possible to see an array of tropical fish, reef sharks and amazing coral. The highest visability that one could expect sometimes exceeds 50 metres. All luxury holiday resorts in the Maldives have professional dive schools with multi lingual instructors and can conduct courses for beginners aswell as advanced. Many hotel resorts have superb house reefs, which are just a short swim from the beach.

Submarine Trips

A recent introduction to the Maldives is the German built Whale Submarine, where it is possible to view the exotic coral reefs and magnificent tropical fish from the safety and comfort of an air conditioned submarine.

Shopping

Whilst on your Maldives holiday, Male is the ideal place to visit if you enjoy shopping. You will be able to find local handicrafts, reed mats, wooden boxes, jewellery, electonical items and souvenirs such as sea shells. Most of the shops are open throughout the day and close at dusk. Local markets can be visited, where you will find fruit, vegetables and home made food. It is a lovely sight, as is visiting them to see how the locals interact. 

The Maldives are located southwest of Sri Lanka, on the equator. There are 1,190 coral islands, forming an archipelago of 26 major atolls, 202 islands are inhabited, 100 are exclusive luxury island resorts.

You should be aware that in many resorts, the basic rooms may be a slightly lower standard than the classification we have rated the hotel resort. We have based ratings on the overall facilities and services provided and the general standard and comfort of the accommodation.
 

Before You Go

Citizens of the UK do require a visa for the Maldives, but these are free and obtained on arrival. A return airline ticket is needed, as well as a full passport valid for at least six months after the return date to the UK.

If you require more assistance please visit www.visaservice.co.uk or www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo for the latest Maldives visa information.
 

The electrical system in the Maldives is between 220V-240V AC.

The electical plugs used in the Maldives varies. Depening on you island and resort it is possible you will encounter either European, British or Indian plugs. Contact your hotel in advance to check which plugs they have installed and ensure you have the relevant adaptor if required.

Maldives has a relatively low crime rate and is considered safe. As with all travel, you are advised take caution when travelling alone, particularly at night.

The Maldives Islands are generally warm and humid, the sun shines all year round, with average temperatures around 29 - 32 degrees Celsius. The hottest month on average is April and the coolest December. The weather is determined largely by the monsoons, however, January to April are the driest months and May till October on average records the highest rainfall. December till April is a period of clear skies, low humidity and very little rain.

AVERAGE CLIMATE IN MALDIVES

MONTH

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEP

OCT

NOV

DEC

MAX TEMP IN CENTIGRADE

30

30

31

32

31

31

30

30

30

30

30

30

HOURS OF SUNSHINE

8

8

9

8

7

7

7

7

6

8

9

10

RAINFALL IN INCHES (MONTHLY)

3

2

3

5

9

7

6

7

6

9

8

9


The above table is a guideline and Western & Oriental Travel cannot assume responsibility for the statistical information.

The following immunisations are recommended  for travel to the Maldives, but it is best to consult with your GP for up to date information or phone NHS Direct on 0845 4647:

  • Typhoid
  • Tetanus
  • Polio
  • Hepatitis A

The Indhira Ghandi Memorial Hospital is located in Male, some resorts have in house doctors. For your safety, a decompression chamber is within easy reach of most resorts in case of a diving emergency.

Dress is generally very casual, t-shirts and cotton clothing is most suitable. In the capital Mahe, it is recommended that women do not bare too much, as this may cause offence.

Sun cream and a hat is also recommended as the climate is generally very warm and sun can burn visitors very easily.

Several airlines fly to the Maldives, the international airport being Male, with the journey taking about 10 hours 30 minutes direct from London with British Airways (from London Gatwick three times a week) or SriLankan Airlines (up to five times a week).

Other scheduled airlines flying to Male include Etihad Airways via Abu Dhabi (from November 2011), Qatar Airways via Doha and Emirates  with connections from a range of UK airports via Dubai.

Upgrades are available on all airlines. Speak to our Maldives specialis for more information.

Dhivehi is the language spoken in all parts of the Maldives. English is also widely spoken by Maldivians. In the resorts, a variety of languages are spoken by staff including English, German, French, Italian, Hindi and Japanese.

We suggest that all our customers review foreign office advice for the Maldives before travelling. Please use the following link: www.fco.gov.uk/knowbeforeyougo

The local currency is Rufiyaa and Laaree. One Rufiyaa is equivalent to 100 laarees. US$ is the most commonly used foreign currency. Credit cards are widely accepted including AMEX, Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB and Euro Card. Payments in resorts can be made in most hard currency in cash, travellers cheques or credit cards. There are ATM's on the capital island, Male, easily reachable.

Airport Departure Tax amounts to approximately US$10 per person.

The currency conversion as of April 2011 is £1 = 21 Rifiyaa.

The Maldives uses Atlantic standard time which is +5 hours ahead of GMT. There is also a time difference between Male and many islands of 1 hour.

When You Get There

Osborne & Ebel / Crown Tours: Tel: 00 960 332 9889 

Hummingbird Maldives: Tel: 00960 333 5896 24 hour airport reps 00960 777 7543
 

Tourists are not allowed to bring alcohol into the Maldives. If you buy alcohol at duty free on an outbound flight, then products will be confiscated and bonded in custom on arrival and released on departure of your holiday.

Nudism and topless sunbathing are prohibited throughout the Maldives including on resort islands. The Maldives is a Muslim country and serious violations of law may lead to a prison sentence.

Transfers between airport and hotels are by speedboat, dhoni, helicopter, scheduled flight or sea plane depending on the island you are visiting. Transfer boat times differ according to sea conditions and the type of boat used.

If scheduled flights to Male arrive at night or depart very early in the morning or in the case of bad weather, it maybe necessary to overnight at the airport island hotel.

Seaplane transfers in the Maldives only operate during daylight hours. The below offers an idea of timings. If you are travelling from Male to resort by seaplane you may find you have to wait a while at Male airport for other international flights to arrive before your seaplane departs.

From Male to Islands:

First Departure: Approx 0600 hours
Last Departure: Approx 1600 hours - please note any international flight arriving after this time may require you to overnight in Hulhule Airport Hotel.

If your international flight is delayed and you miss your seaplane departure, you may need to overnight in Male at an additional expense. Transfers would be arranged the following day on the earliest possible flight, but again at an additional cost (your original seaplane flight would be treated as a no-show.) Guests will also not be refunded the night unused on their island.

From Islands to Male:

First Departure: Approx 0600 hours - please note if your international flight leaves Male before 0900 hours you may have to overnight in Hulehule Airport Hotel the night before.

Last Departure: Approx 1500 hours - please note this may be the latest time you can leave your resort. It may be necessary to book a day room at Hulehule if your flight leaves in early hours the following day, as there are very limited facilities at the airport.
 
Please be aware that a maximum of ONE suitcase per person weighing no more than 20kg will be allowed on seaplane flights, regardless of the international flight allowance, and luggage 'pooling' between passengers is not permitted.  Excess luggage will need to be stored at the International Airport at a local charge.

Hand luggage is also limited to ONE piece of no more than 5 kgs per person - any oversized hand luggage will be retrieved by cabin crew and strapped down at the back of the plane. Infants are not entitled to luggage allowance.

Boat transfers operate at all times of the day and night. Please speak to one of our Maldives Holiday experts for more information.
 

Ferry Service to the Capital: A ferry service is available from the airport to the capital every 15 minutes, changing to every 30 minutes after midnight.

Two Island Holidays : Combining 2 different islands is possible and you can obtain a totally different experience as every resort is different in terms of character, size and standard of facilities.

However please bear in mind that travelling times can sometimes take a while as you have to transfer to the second island via the airport - unless you charter a boat which can be expensive.

Maldives Reviews
Mr & Mrs St James-Roberts says:

We have just returned from the trip you helped us organise to Kerala and The Maldives.
We both wanted to say what a fantastic trip it was. This was due to the wonderful organisation and coordination of the hotels and travel between the places we visited. Everyone was really helpful and your local agents/guides/drivers were outstandingly good.

We loved all the hotels you chose for us; thank you so much. A really excellent service and we hope to return to India & the Maldives another time.
 

30/01/2011
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  • Carly Crowe
    I loved the Maldives, it was like paradise. I have never been anywhere like it. The pure white sands and blue seas. The pictures in the brochures have not been touched up at all, it really is that beautiful.
     
    In the Maldives I felt like I could truly unwind, I have never been somewhere so relaxing. The snorkeling blew me away, I saw turtles, reef shark, manta ray, tuna, clown fish just to name a few.
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    While planning my escape for the holidays, I searched through volumes and volumes of brochures and stopped at the sight of the gorgeous islands of the Maldives. Clear blue waters, white sandy beaches and sunshine were high on the list, to which the islands satisfied us without end.

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