Day
01 : Join Male &
Commence sailing Day 06 : Return
to Male, trip
concludes
Highlights
Land Cost
Cost
of the tour
per person US$ 790,
joining in Male The above costing is subject
to change without notice.
Maldives
Sailing
THE
ADVENTURE IN BRIEF
This sailing safari is an ideal way to explore the
remote islands of the Maldives. With our specially
equipped sailing boat – the traditional styled
Dhoni - we have the opportunity to explore both
inhabited and uninhabited islands a world away from
the tourist resorts. A sense of fun and a flexible
approach will ensure that you have a great time
- our feedback has been consistently positive since
1980 when we operated our first Maldives sailing
safaris.
Introductory
level
6 Days sailing
TOUR
DATES:
Multiple dates are available. Please contact our
office for departure dates
ITINERARY IN DETAIL
Day 01
On arrival at the International airport at Male,
make your way to the Voyages Maldives counter number
21 which is located to your right when you leave
the arrival lounge. You will be transferred to your
Dhoni before sailing to the uninhabited island of
Waagali or to a resort island. Lunch aboard. Activities
include swimming / snorkeling. Night at anchor.
Day 02
After breakfast we set sail to the nearby atoll
and the fishing village of Felidu. Sailing time
4 to 5 hours. We spend the rest of the Day in the
village, meeting the local people and observing
their lifestyle.
Day
03
Sail to the beautiful uninhabited island of Vashugiri
with time to relax on the beach, go skin- diving,
snorkeling or swimming. We have a barbeque on the
beach.
Day
04
Sail to the inhabited island either Felidhoo or
Keyodu, meet the islanders and have some time for
local entertainment that evening. Night at anchor.
Day 05
Departure to Male atoll with time to visit Male
before sailing to a nearby resort island for overnight
at anchor.
Day
06
Trip concludes after breakfast.
Transfer to the airport for onward arrangements.
Note :
this itinerary is a suggested program
and may vary in accordance with local weather conditions
and group preferences. A competent local guide will
assist with your exact itinerary. You should bring
a lightweight sleeping bag/sleeping sheet with you.
Clothing is very casual. A light windproof/waterproof
jacket is necessary, plus a good hat, sunglasses
and sun block protection.
COST INCLUSIONS
YOUR TOUR COST INCLUDES:
- All meals throughout the sailing safari.
- Provision of Dhoni, and snorkeling equipment
- Local guide and crew.
- All permits as applicable.
- Airport transfers.
YOUR TOUR COST DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Airport and departure taxes
- International Airfare
- Items of a personal nature ie. laundry, bottled
mineral water, soft drinks, phone calls.
- Tips
- Travel insurance
- Visa
Please
Note:
- Soft drinks and bottled water are available for
purchase on the dhoni (USD).
- Departure tax from Male airport is 10 U. S. dollars.
CLIMATE
The Maldives is subject to a double monsoon. The
South West monsoon affects the islands from May
until August, and a North East monsoon prevails
from October though to January. The North East monsoon
does not attract the same degree of cloud cover
or rainfall as the South West monsoon, and the occasional
afternoon shower will not detract from your enjoyment
of the islands. Throughout the year daytime temperatures
can rise to the mid-20s. Night temperatures are
still pleasantly warm - although the sea breezes
will ensure you appreciate your sleeping bag/sheet.
DAILY ROUTINE
Our sailing routine will vary from day to day. We
sleep on the deck of the boat or underneath in our
bunks. Our cooks will provide a hearty breakfast
before we start the day’s activities. Sailing
is of a most-relaxed style in the Maldives with
time to fish and snorkel and share time with the
local crew. We normally sail/motor for 5 to 6 hours
per day depending on group preferences. If you want
the opportunity to help sail the dhoni then the
local crew will be pleased to help. Meal times are
equally relaxed. We normally enjoy a light lunch,
while our evening meal will vary depending on the
catch of the day. Please note that the Maldives
is a Muslim country and that no alcohol is allowed
in the country other than on the beach resorts.
On visiting these resorts there is the opportunity
to purchase a cold beer in the bar.
CONSERVATION
The environment of the Maldives is extremely fragile
and it is our responsibility as visitors to minimize
the impact of our presence. It has always been our
motto that "we take only photographs and leave
only footprints". We ask that all travelers
thoughtfully dispose of rubbish by placing it in
the proper receptacle.
Important Note: These trip notes represent the most current
information available for this itinerary, and supersede
any information detailed in the current brochure,
including but not limited to the itinerary and price.
In remote and developing countries do not expect
standards you are used to at home. Remote areas
are sometimes unpredictable and itineraries may
be altered. To get the most out of your adventure
it is important that you are flexible, positive
and eager to take on all the challenges that arise.
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