Day 1: Arrive & settle
Transfer to resort and unwind.
- Resort arrival
- Evening beach time
Indian Ocean
Maldives — 5-day itinerary
A practical 5-day plan for Maldives: best time to visit, where to stay, highlights, and a suggested day-by-day outline to help you plan smarter.
Best time: November to AprilIdeal trip: 4 to 7 daysBudget: $250+ per person per day
Sample 5-day outline
Day 2: Snorkel & reef
Half-day snorkeling and afternoon lounge.
- Snorkel trip
- Relax at resort
Day 3: Water activities
Optional diving or boat trip.
- Diving or excursion
Day 4: Spa & sunset
Spa morning and sunset cruise.
- Spa
- Sunset cruise
Day 5: Depart
Return to Malé and fly home.
- Transfer to airport
- Depart
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