Maldives Island Hopping Escape - Local Island & 5 Star Resort | 7 Nights Full Board
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The ultimate Maldives experience. 2 worlds in one package. Spend 4 nights living like a local on authentic Dhiffushi Island, then transfer to Villa Nautica, a five star private island resort just 20 minutes from Male Airport, for 3 nights of pure luxury in a Beach Villa.
Every meal covered. Every transfer arranged. Six world class excursions included. Two completely different sides of the Maldives. One price, zero hassle.
Package Price: USD 2,498 for 2 persons (7 nights, full board)
• 4 nights full board at Athiri Residence, Dhiffushi. Authentic local island experience
• 3 nights full board at Villa Nautica. Beach Villa on a five star resort
• Swim alongside wild sea turtles at Dhiffushi's famous snorkelling spot
• Dolphin watching cruise. Spinner pods in the open Indian Ocean
• Night fishing on a traditional dhoni with fresh catch BBQ dinner
• Coral garden snorkelling. Vibrant reef teeming with tropical fish
• Sandbank trip. Stand on a private strip of white sand in the middle of the ocean
• All airport and inter island speedboat transfers fully arranged
• Full board throughout. breakfast, lunch and dinner every day at both properties
• All government taxes included - The price you see is the price you pay
The daily itinerary is indicative only. All activities listed are guaranteed to be provided during your Athiri Residence stay, however the sequence of excursions may be adjusted based on weather conditions, sea conditions, tide times, and operator availability. All inclusions will be delivered within the 4 night stay.
Itinerary Overview
7 nights full board across two iconic Maldives experiences - 4 nights on authentic Dhiffushi Island at Athiri Residence with six included excursions, followed by 3 nights of five-star luxury at Villa Nautica Beach Villa in North Malé Atoll. All transfers, all meals and all taxes included. Price is USD 2,599 per complete package for 2 persons. Zero hidden charges.
Note: Day by day activities may be reordered based on weather and sea conditions. All excursions are guaranteed to be completed during the Athiri Residence stay (Days 1-5)
Travel Itinerary
Your journey begins at Velana International Airport (MLE). Your speedboat transfer to Dhiffushi is fully arranged. Sit back and watch the turquoise waters of North Malé Atoll open up around you as you arrive at one of the most beloved local islands in the Maldives.
Check in to Athiri Residence, just steps from the beach. Settle in, explore the island's quiet streets, and enjoy your first dinner. Your adventure starts tomorrow. Your guide will confirm the final excursion schedule on arrival based on optimal conditions for each activity.
• Speedboat transfer Male → Dhiffushi
• Check-in at Athiri Residence (from 14:00)
• Dinner included
• Free afternoon and evening
Two of Dhiffushi's best underwater experiences in one day. Morning brings you face to face with green sea turtles gliding through clear water coral gardens. Afternoon takes you to the coral garden. Vivid reef packed with tropical fish and hard corals.
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
• Morning turtle snorkelling excursion (guided)
• Afternoon coral garden snorkelling
• Overnight at Athiri Residence
Terms of Service
• Package is valid for stays between May 2026 - October 2026
• Package is for 2 persons (2 pax) sharing one double room / beach villa
• Booking confirmation requires full deposit of total package price
• Cancellation 21+ days before arrival: full deposit refund
• Cancellation 14 - 20 days before arrival: 50% deposit refund
• Cancellation less than 14 days before arrival: no refund
• All excursions take place during the Athiri Residence stay (Days 1–5). Villa Nautica stay (Days 5–8) is leisure only
• All excursions subject to weather and sea conditions. Alternative dates offered if trips cannot operate
• The daily itinerary is indicative only. All activities are guaranteed to be completed during your stay, however sequence may be adjusted based on conditions
• Dhiffushi is a local Muslim island. Modest dress required in public areas of Dhiffushi. Bikini beach available on island
• Athiri Residence check-in: 14:00 | Check-out: 12:00
• Villa Nautica check-in: 15:00 | Check-out: 12:00
Price Includes
• 4 nights accommodation at Athiri Residence, Dhiffushi (2 pax)
• 3 nights accommodation at Villa Nautica, North Malé Atoll (Beach Villa, 2 pax)
• Full board throughout - breakfast, lunch and dinner daily at both properties
• Speedboat transfer Male (MLE) → Dhiffushi (Athiri Residence)
• Speedboat transfer Dhiffushi → Male (MLE) after Athiri checkout
• Speedboat transfer Male (MLE) → Villa Nautica
• Speedboat transfer Villa Nautica → Male (MLE) on departure
• Turtle snorkeling excursion
• Dolphin watching cruise
• Night fishing trip with BBQ dinner
• Coral garden snorkelling excursion
• Sandbank trip
• Underwater photos and videos during snorkelling excursions
• All applicable government taxes and service charges
About the Operator
Gusto Travels is a licensed, 100% Maldivian-owned travel agency specialising in authentic Maldives island holidays, resort escapes, snorkeling tours, family vacations, and custom local experiences across the Maldives.
From swimming with turtles and dolphin cruises to sandbank BBQ nights and luxury resort stays, we create personalised Maldives experiences with local expertise and direct support from arrival to departure.
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