20 DAY
MALDIVES ADVENTURE
Adventure
Volunteer
Nightlife
Culture
Wildlife
What's Included?
Looking to make a real difference this summer whilst ticking another destination off the bucket list? Experience world-famous snorkelling, coral reef preservation, cooking classes, beach BBQs and city tours whilst reveling in true Maldivian culture! World renowned for stunning white-sand beaches and underwater marine haven, join us on our journey through the country’s capital of Malé and the beautiful islands of Dhiffushi and Thulusdhoo.
Nothing quite screams the Maldives like sunny skies, crystal blue tranquil waters and palm fringed beaches, but there’s more to this paradise than fancy resorts! On our 16-day programme, allow us to take you off the beaten tourist track and expose you to true Maldivian culture on this local tour.
16 Days
This trip lasts for 16 adventure packed days and 15 nights.
Activities
Our custom made itinerary ensures the perfect mix of culture and fun.
Accommodation
All rooms have air-con, WiFi access, and some have on-site swimming pools.
Transport
All in-country transport is covered to get you from each destination to the next.
Local Guide
All activities in the itinerary are led by expert, friendly guides who speak English.
Meals
Some meals are included in the tour, with restaurants hand-picked by the team.
Tour Highlights
White Sand Beaches
Indulge on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with crystal white sand and clear blue sea.
Snorkelling & Wildlife
Experience the wonders of the Maldives tropical reefs and get up close to amazing tropical fish and turtles!
Amazing Activites
Whether it's island exploring, snorkelling, stand up paddle boarding, or cooking classes, every day is jam packed!
Make A Difference
Join forces with the local community and help mitigate the problems caused by ocean debris through beach cleans.
Route View
Accommodation
WiFi
All accommodation has access to WiFi so you can stay connected.
Aircon
All rooms either have aircon, or a fan to keeep you cool in the Thai heat.
Key Information
Day 1
Welcome to the Maldives!
On arrival at Malé Airport you will be met our reps and transferred to your hotel in Hulhumalé. After a long flight, enjoy the afternoon and relax.
In the evening we’ll head out for a delicious welcome meal. You’ll get to know your fellow travellers who you will be sharing the next 15 days on this exciting adventure.
Day 2
Meet Save The Beach
Today, you’ll gain a real insight into the importance of The Maldives’ ecosystems and reasons to protect its fragile environment. As we join with Save the Beach, you’ll discover the quieter side of life by exploring the smaller island of Villimale’. Learn about the conservation challenges arising from both tourism development and coastal development, unique to small island nations and how you can leave a positive impact during your stay. It’ll be a real eye opener!
We’ll then travel by boat to the island of Dhiffushi. We’ll cruise through the ocean by boat, so keep your eyes peeled and cameras at the ready for some marine life!
Day 3
Hanoi - Dhiffushi
After breakfast, you’ll head out with a guide to explore Dhiffushi, a small island surrounded by lagoons and sand banks. You’ll learn how the locals live and the importance of the ocean to their lives and livelihoods. By the end of the day, you will have an understanding of practices that are damaging the marine ecosystems and what can be done to prevent this.
In the afternoon, it’s time to snorkel. As you will now understand coral reefs are fragile ecosystems so learning how to snorkel responsibly can also help minimise your impact on the marine environment and protect the delicate balance of marine life. Dive into the crystal clear waters and explore the house reef.
Day 4
Snorkelling with Turtles
Today be introduced to the work of the Olive Ridley project. Providing an insight into environmental monitoring and turtle studies preparing you for turtle snorkelling!
Grab a snorkel and prepare for wrinkly fingers and toes, as you head out by boat. With around 2500 reefs, the Maldives is the ultimate destination for those who love underwater adventures. You’ll have a guide alongside to make sure you feel safe in the water and they’ll also point out marine life that you may have missed. See how many turtles you can spot!
Can’t get enough of diving? Why not complete a Scuba Diving course! Speak to your guide for more information.
Day 5
Chill Day (Resort Trip)
Today is yours to spend as you wish! Spend the day topping up your tan at the local beach or explore the island with your fellow travellers.
Fancy some more snorkeling or reef diving speak to your guide for some recommendations.
Fancy living the Maldives dream? Stilt houses and infinity pools? Nothing screams the Maldives more than a luxury resort. You have the opportunity to visit a beautiful resort for a full day and live the life of luxury.
*Resort trip comes at an extra cost – includes drinks, a luxury buffet lunch, club access and return transfers.
Day 6
Conservation Day
Today is the day to make an impact. Learn about the islands conservation projects and get involved.
Despite being one of the most valuable ecosystems on the planet, sea grass is considered unsightly, and is often deliberately removed. You’ll learn the importance of sea grass and why we call it the hero of underwater protection. Venture into the lagoon to discover and identify sea grass.
When it comes to plant and animal life in the Maldives, what usually jumps to mind is the vast diversity of marine life. However, the land itself has been shaped by the tropical climate and boasts 260 native plants despite its somewhat less than perfect soil. Together we’ll take some time to leave our mark and plant coconut palms.
Day 7
Sandbank and Sunset Cruise
Today experience your very own Robinson moment on an untouched sandbank, enjoying time sunbathing, snorkelling or swimming in the clear blue lagoon. Don’t forget your camera!
As the sun sets, head back out to sea to enjoy a perfect moment when the sinking sun kisses the horizon, lighting the waves aflame in brilliant hues of gold and orange. You may even spot dolphins which are frequently seen at dusk in an area not too far from Dhiffushi.
Day 8
Local Culture
Spend some time with the locals to really understand the Maldivian culture. You’ll play Bashi (a sport created and played by local women), learn a few key phrases and use rope knotting techniques to repair and build furniture.
This afternoon, you’ll meet the fishermen at the harbour and learn how to fish the traditional way using just a line.
Day 9
Island Exploring
Transfer by early morning ferry to Thulusdhoo where the rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore the island. The island is home to a Coca Cola Factory, the only Coca Cola produced with desalinated water in the world! Why not take a tour of the factory and learn more!*
Wherever you go in the Maldives, sunsets are epic, but our favourite spot to enjoy them is on the Western side of Thulusdhoo. In the evening we’ll walk there and enjoy the view. The colours are amazing, so make sure to pack your camera.
*Tour is at an additional cost
Day 10
Stand Up Paddle Boarding or Kayaking
Day 11
Island Clean Up – Impact Day!
Enjoy a leisurely morning on the beach. Optional activities or water sports are available. Jetski anyone?*
In the afternoon, join forces again with the local community for a beach clean-up. Beach clean-ups are an extremely important event to help mitigate the problems caused by ocean debris and the danger inflicted on marine life as a result of plastic pollution, so it’s important we do our bit.
*Additional cost
Day 12
Beach Day!
Another day in paradise. There’s a gorgeous white sandy beach at Thulusdhoo and today is yours to make use of it. Feeling wild? Why not take advantage of the many watersports options, including surfing, jet skiing, or kayaking.*
*Additional cost
Day 13
Local Cooking Class
This morning a local Maldivian will demonstrate how to make mashuni and roshi, two famous local Maldivian dishes! This will be an opportunity for you to test your skills at making both as well as tasting the food you make.
This afternoon, enjoy some free time to chill at the beach or explore the island.
Day 14
Snorkeling trip
Rise and shine, we’ve got a snorkeling trip to go on. Get your cameras ready, and be on the hunt for wildlife as we sail through gorgeous reefs before discovering the the underwater world of the Maldives. Later we’ll drop by a sandbank to get involved with a beach clean up before relaxing in the sun.
Day 15
Pool / Beach Day & BBQ
Can relaxing on the beach, swimming in the rooftop pool, and sipping on coconuts ever get boring? We didn’t think so. That’s why today is yours to kick back and chill.
Tonight we’ll enjoy a BBQ on the beach and you can soak up one last sunset in the The Maldives. Send those final friend requests and give all your friends a big hug, because tomorrow you’re homeward bound.
Day 16
Departure Day
All Accommodation
Local Guide Service
Stated Meals
Airport Pickup
In-Country Transport
Island Clean Up Equipment
Multiple Island Tours
2 X Free T-shirts
Pre-Departure Support
Like-Minded Travel Group
Flights
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Vaccinations
Visas
Background Check
Extra Excursions & Extra Transport
Starts
Malé International Airport (Velana MLE)
We recommend arriving between 9am – 5pm on day 1 so you can meet your local guide in the arrivals hall. They will be holding a sign (You can’t miss them!). If you can, we think arriving earlier rather than later is better to allow for some down time at the hotel before the orientation and evening activities. If you do not arrive in the selected window, you will be responsible for making your own way to the accommodation. Your local guide will be able to advise on this in the group chat.
The evening orientation is usually around 7/8pm so we recommend you don’t land too late. If you are planning to arrive a day earlier and want to stay near the airport in a hotel at your own cost just let us know and you can come back to the airport for the pickup window or meet us at the hotel.
Ends
Malé International Airport (Velana MLE)
On the last day of Camp, you will be transferred back to the airport arriving at 10am so we recommend a flight after midday. Remember you’ll need to check-in at the airport 2-3 hours prior.
When confirming one of our tours, you will be responsible for booking your own flights. We do this to provide you with the most flexibility on where you fly from, and also so you can find the best price for your journey.
Whilst flights aren’t included in the base price, you can request a quote from our flights partner Skylink here.
If you need any more assistance, you can contact us:
Call Us: 0161 222 3780
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Since each of our tours visits different places, the accommodation you will be staying in will vary.
The accommodation section above will cover more detail, but all the partners we use have been hand selected by our expert tour planners, using their extensive knowledge of the areas to ensure the quality of your stay will be fantastic.
Whether you’re a first time traveller or an experienced explorer looking for your next adventure, just as long as you’re 18 or over, you can join us on Camp.
The average age is 18-28 but we also welcome many travellers in their 30s. There is no maximum age limit, so if you’re still young at heart and up for an adventure like no other then join us.
Yes, Wi-Fi is available, whether it be in a communal area or in your room. However, we try our best to ensure that Wi-Fi is available in most areas of your accommodation. We now provide a free eSIM as part of your booking, so you’ll never have to worry about staying connected!
This varies depending on the programme. Check the schedule section above on this trip page to see which meals are included.
There is an abundance of inexpensive, fresh and delicious food from the many food stands and small family restaurants. On the days where a meal isn’t included, we recommend trying the local street food!
For about £2 per kilo, local laundry services will wash your clothes early morning and return them washed and neatly pressed the following afternoon.
Our programmes are fun-filled and action-packed but but don’t worry, you’ll still have some free time to relax or explore on your own. Your guides will be able to recommend some great activities and places to visit.
Certainly, with so many amazing places to see, we encourage this! Each member of our team is well-traveled and have visited the area many times, so we are always happy to give you travel advice. If you want to book onto another tour to continue your travels, just let us know and we’ll even offer you a discount!
This can really vary. Most items are relatively cheap, and it depends how well you can, or need to budget. There are also opportunities to do additional activities which you may want to get involved in. For further advice contact our team and we can help you come up with an idea how much you will need to budget for.
Definitely! You will be making friends from the moment you land, friends you will keep for life after sharing such an amazing experience.
You will receive a packing list as part of the ‘Pre-Departure Pack’ which you will be sent after booking, but here’s just a few items we recommend taking;
The choice is yours, but a backpack is definitely more suitable for travelling around. Plus, you don’t want to look like a starry-eyed first time traveller dragging around a heavy suitcase, looking like you just landed at a 5* resort in Europe!
Passport: A full passport valid for the duration of your stay is required. Please check that you still have at least 6 months left in your passport from the time you arrive.
Visa: Please make sure you read the latest travel advice before you go!
Personal Insurance, covering the time you will be away plus any activities that you will be undertaking, as well as any planned travel to other countries.
An Enhanced DBS Check. We’ve made this easy for you – you can book this with us once you have secured your place. If you are coming from another country you will need the equivalent local police check.
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where individuals of every background, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, ability, and identity feel welcomed, respected, and valued.
With our flexible booking policy we can move your trip date to another date within the same year, just make sure to let us know at least 2 months in advance! You can even change your Camp location if you fancy.
If you wish to cancel you can check out our T&Cs HERE! You’ll need to let us know via email as soon as you can if you can no longer travel.
We advise getting travel insurance to cover any unexpected events resulting in you being unable to attend camp.
Departure Dates
MONDAY • 07TH JULY 2025
TO TUESDAY • 22 JULY 2025
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