A Tropical Haven of Solitude, Adventure, and Luxury
Welcome to the sunny side of life! Maldives, officially known as the Republic of Maldives, is a beautiful island country located in the Indian Ocean. Home to 1,192 coral islands grouped in 26 atolls, the island nation is one of the world's most dispersed countries, spread across 90,000 square kilometres of which a mere 298 square kilometres is dry land.
Envision yourself strolling along pristine white-sand beaches and listening to the euphonious percussion of the crashing waves of the Indian Ocean while relishing top-notch luxury, dining, and water adventures amid tropical serenity. While it seems like a dream, the Maldives is synonymous with your imagination, as a heavenly swarm of 26 atolls featuring all that you just imagined. With a plethora of enticing deals offered by FABgetaways, Maldives is no more a far-fetched dream for any leisure traveler.
Live Deals
Adaaran Prestige Vadoo Maldives: Adult's Only Premium All-Inclusive Escape
South Male Atoll, Maldives
- All meals
- Round-trip speedboat transfers
- Unlimited premium beverages
- Complimentary non-motorized water sports & more
Adaaran Select Hudhuran Fushi Maldives: All-Inclusive Haven in the Maldives
Republic of Maldives, North Male Atoll, Maldives
- All meals & unlimited premium beverages
- Round-trip speedboat transfers
- Complimentary 30 minute spa for 2
- One Sunset cruise or Dolphin cruise experience & more
Escape to a Bio-Luxury Island in the Maldives at the Reethi Faru Resort
Filaidhoo, Raa Atoll, Maldives
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Round-trip seaplane transfers for 2
- Daily breakfast
- Daily dinner
Travel Advice
Best Time to Visit
Although the prices may be higher from January through March, it is the best time to relish the tropical aura of the Maldives. The prices are usually lower during the months from May through October. Despite a few changes, the Maldives emanates a tropical ambience all round the year, with average daily temperatures ranging from 26 oC (78 oF) to 32 oC (89 oF).
How to Get There
By Air
To reach the Maldives, you can get non-stop flights to the Velana International Airport from any of the major cities of India, including Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, and Kochi. From the airport, located on Hulhule Island, you can get a speedboat, seaplane or domestic flight, which are usually pre-arranged by your resort in Maldives, to arrive at your destination island.
Is a visa needed to visit the Maldives?
As long as certain basic entry requirements are fulfilled, such as carrying a passport with a validity of at least six months, all the travelers are provided with a 30-day tourist visa upon arrival.
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Local Customs
Drinking
The legal age for drinking in the Maldives is 18 years.
Language and Greetings
While most inhabitants speak English, learning a few words of the national language, Dhivehi, would always be appreciated. Some of the expressions one can use are: “Assalaamu Alaikum” (Hello); “Ran’galhu, Shukuriyaa” (Fine, thank you); “Aan” (Yes); “Noon” (No); “Adhes kohfa” (Please); “Ma-aafu kurey” (I’m sorry/ Excuse me); “Maruhabaa” (You’re welcome); “Dhanee” (Goodbye).
Customs
Every traveler visiting the Maldives is required to meet certain entry requirements, including proof of pre-arranged accommodation, sufficient funds for the stay, and confirmed tickets for a roundtrip journey between the native country and the Maldives.
Eco-Sensitivity
As the coral reefs are crucial to the Maldivian biodiversity, it is necessary to ensure that one does not disturb or damaging them, especially during diving or snorkeling expeditions. It is also important to keep both the ocean and the land clean in the Maldives; therefore, leaving garbage behind will never be appreciated.
Clothing
As the predominant religion in the Maldives is Islam, you would need to be mindful of your clothing while traveling in non-resort regions as the local inhabitants wear more conservative clothing and are not accustomed to seeing people in uncovered attire.
Offer More Respect During Ramadan
As Islam is a major religion in the Maldives, most residents observe a fast every day during the month of Ramadan, in which they refrain from eating and drinking anything from dawn till dusk. Hence, it is recommended to treat everyone with extra respect and avoid eating or drinking in public as much as possible during the holy month.
Know before you go
Getting Around
Speedboat
Resorts located closer to the international airport generally offer transfers via speedboat. Depending on the distance of the resort from Malé, these scenic journeys last anywhere from 15 minutes up to an hour.
Seaplanes
A truly once-in-a-lifetime experience, seaplanes can take you from Malé International Airport to the island where your resort is located. These flights do not require a runway as they take-off and land on water. Depending on the distance of the resort from Malé, seaplane rides last anywhere between 20 minutes to an hour. It is also important to note that seaplanes only operate during daylight hours and are subject to weather conditions. Please get in touch with your FABgetaways Travel Concierge when booking your international flight, to get more information on the ideal arrival & departure timings to Maldives.
Domestic flight & speedboat
When the weather or the distance of the resort from Malé doesn't allow for seaplane or speedboat transfers, domestic flights are another good option. You will be transported to the nearest domestic airport to your resort's island via domestic flight, where a resort representative will escort you to the next leg of the journey on a speedboat.
Oozing Meal Plans
Bed & Breakfast
One of the most common meal plans offered at hotels across Maldives, Bed & Breakfast refers to the inclusion of breakfast in the accommodation rate, making it ideal for the travellers who like their breakfast ready when they wake up.
Half Board
The Half Board plan includes both breakfast and dinner, perfect for those who’d like to spend most part of their day exploring the island life in Maldives. Half-board meal plans generally do not include any beverages.
Full Board
A Full-Board plan includes all three meals offered during the day - breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ideal for food lovers. Beverages can be availed at extra charges.
All-inclusive
Often offered at many top-notch resorts in the Maldives, the All-inclusive meal plan offers all three meals - breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as refreshing drinks, throughout the day. The all-inclusive plan is perfect for groups of friends travelling together or families with children, who like to relish their Maldivian getaway rather than worry about what, where, and when to eat.
Premium All-inclusive
While the other meal plans usually serve the meals in a fixed-menu or buffet style, the premium all-inclusive meal plan enlivens your culinary experience by offering the à-la-carte delicacies as well as a wider selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.
Breathtaking Marine Adventures
Whale shark tours
Indulge in an unprecedented marine adventure by swimming with the world’s largest fish in the underwater realm of the majestic Indian Ocean with the Whale Shark Tours offered by your 5-star hotel in the Maldives.
Dolphin and whale watching
Discover the magnificent lives of the fascinating marine mammals in the Indian Ocean by embarking on enthralling Dolphin and Whale Watching tours offered by your luxury resort in the Maldives.
Snorkelling
Immerse yourself in the cerulean waters of the majestic Indian Ocean to explore its marine realm from a close distance by indulging in a wide range of snorkelling expeditions offered at many of Maldives’ all-inclusive resorts.
Diving
Step out of the upscale luxury and comfort of the Maldives water villas and beachfront villas to revel in deep underwater exploration with thrilling diving experiences offered at some of the best resorts in the Maldives.
Jetski
Explore the mystical Maldivian nature and culture by travelling across the heavenly archipelago to unravel various unblemished isles with a jetski experience.
Water sports
While relaxing amid the opulence of your Maldives water villa or beachfront villa, pump up your adrenaline with a wide array of thrilling water sports, including windsurfing, kayaking, paddleboard, waterskiing, and more with many of FABgetaways Maldives deals.