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Maldives Dhoni Explorer

7 days
Start and end in Male
5.0
5 traveler reviews
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Sailing
Catch the wind and set sail for new horizons
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 14
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival

    The CEO will meet you at the airport and drive you to the marina for a snorkelling trip around 10:30am. After that, you'll board the traditional dhoni boat, get settled in your cabin, and head out for your week-long cruise. Lunch and dinner both happen onboard, so you won't need to worry about finding food.

    Meals
    Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Snorkelling in the Maldives
  2. Days 2 - 6

    South Malé and Felidhu Atolls

    Over the next five days, you're cruising through the South Malé and Felidhu atolls. You'll get off the boat to check out islands and sandbars, snorkel around shipwrecks and reefs, and visit beaches like Bodu Mora Island that don't have any permanent residents. Between snorkelling sessions, hang out on the sundeck or chat with other passengers while trying local seafood. Keep an eye out for turtles, reef sharks, stingrays, and octopuses in the shallow waters and around the coral.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Delicious local seafood)

    Included Activities

    • Snorkelling in the Maldives
    • Maldives Plastic Clean Up
    • Bodu Mora Island visit
    • Fulidhoo Island visit
    • Bodu Beru performance
    • Felidhu Island visit
    • Beach time in the Maldives

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming
    • Additional snorkelling excursions (approximately twice daily)
    Landmarks/POIs
    South Malé Atoll
    Felidhu Atoll
    Bodu Mora Island
    Fulidhoo Island
    Felidhu Island
  3. Day 7

    Departure

    Early morning brings a short boat ride over to Malé. You'll have breakfast before leaving the dhoni, and then the tour wraps up when you arrive at Malé International Airport.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Excellent
    5.0
  • 4.7
  • A
    · June 15th, 2022
    With another G Adventure trip down it makes me want to do all of them! The only issue was that there was no Rosé or Champagne, limited choice of red wine and all the alcohol was very expensive. The cocktails were good though!
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · December 6th, 2022
    Great crew and CEO made for another fun G Adventure.
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • A
    · June 15th, 2022
    An experience of a lifetime. Spent a week with some strangers, who are now dear friends. Saw the Maldives in a way you can't sitting in a resort (we did both). Highly recommend to anyone who is willing to trade a plush hotel for a truly unique experience.
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    Trip date: May 2022
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  • Maldives Dhoni Explorer reviewer 4
    · June 9th, 2022
    Hailim made the trip. Was a blast. Snorkeling...
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    Hi Tessa, So glad to hear that you enjoyed the Maldives Dhoni Explorer with us! Can't wait to have you back.
    Trip date: May 2022
  • P
    · May 27th, 2019
    It was a good tour with good people!
    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks Pragya!
    Trip date: May 2019

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    Carole

    Asked on September 13th, 2025

    Can I ask the single price please

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2025

      For any of the yacht based trips (or local living), the single price would be about double the cost since you would want the whole cabin (the pricing is based on shared cabin and essentially if you don't want to share you would then have to pay for the whole cabin versus sharing).

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    Liam

    Asked on June 16th, 2025

    What is the expected tip for the crew? What are the other costs?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2025

      It is customary in Asia to tip service providers such as waiters, at approximately 10%. At the end of your tour if you felt your G Adventures CEO and crew did an outstanding job, tipping is appreciated. The amount is entirely a personal preference; however a guideline of USD10-15 per CEO/crew member, per week is recommended (or USD50-75 total). Please also make sure you have access to at least an additional USD $200 as an 'emergency' fund. Allow USD35-45 for meals not included.

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      Liam

      TravelerWritten June 2025

      We're seeing a sale price of $1,300 (per person, yes?) on TourRadar. I'm not seeing the any dates that this price is available. Is this an error? We were thinking of next Jan or Feb. Possible?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2025

      The sale price you are seeing is for the departure date July 13, 2025. There are also select Departures between Aug 20 - Nov 30, 2025 on sale. The January and February departures are not currently on sale.

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    Helmut

    Asked on February 1st, 2025

    What are the best months to travel to the Maldives?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten February 2025

      The ideal time to visit Maldives is from November to April, when the weather is typically the best.

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    Amy

    Asked on January 6th, 2025

    Are there vegetarian or vegan meal options available during the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Vegetarian and vegan meals can be accommodated if informed at least two weeks before departure.

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    Megan

    Asked on November 7th, 2024

    Are all the berths bunk beds or do you have some twin beds and ensuite berths? Please advise if 76 would be acceptable for starters.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2024

      Four en suite cabins with bunk beds. Two en suite cabins with double beds and separate single beds. One en suite cabin with a double bed.

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    Biena

    Asked on September 28th, 2024

    How many people can be accommodated in the cabins?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten September 2024

      All cabins are twin share only. Each cabin can accommodate two travelers but has a bunkbed setup in some.

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    Asked on July 7th, 2024

    What happens if my flight is delayed?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten July 2024

      If your flight is delayed and you arrive after the tour start time, you may have to arrange alternate transportation to meet the group.

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    Renee

    Asked on June 23rd, 2024

    Can you advise if there will be alcohol available on the 7 days Maldives Dhoni Explorer. Also are vegan/plant based meals available?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2024

      Water & Tea and coffee re provided. Alcohol can be purchased on board. Vegetarian and Vegan meals can be accommodated, but must be advised at least 2 weeks prior to departure

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    Josh

    Asked on June 18th, 2024

    What are the visa requirements for the Maldives?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2024

      Visa requirements vary by nationality. It's recommended to check your country's embassy website for specific entry requirements.

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    Claire

    Asked on May 31st, 2024

    Is there a single supplement for solo travelers?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2024

      Yes, solo travelers are required to book the entire cabin to avoid paying for double occupancy.

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  • Currency
    Rufiyaa
    Maldives
  • Plugs & Adapters

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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Maldives. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Maldives. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Maldives. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Maldives. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Maldives. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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