Half-Day Original Eco Tour to Villimale From Malé

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Highlights

  • Explore the quiet streets of Villimale.

  • Gain insights into Save The Beach’s marine conservation work in Villimale.

  • Learn about the unique Maldivian ecosystem and the conservation challenges.

  • Experience traditional evening tea.

  • Includes donation to support Save the Beach

Summary

Join “Save the Beach” and discover the quieter side of city life by exploring the smaller island of Villimale’, located south west of Male’. Our guide will meet you and travel with you by public ferry to Villimale’. Wander the quiet streets, learn the names of local trees and learn more about the conservation work being carried out by “Save The Beach”. Before returning to Male we take time to sample traditional ‘hedika’ at a local café on the beach. Hedika is traditional sweet and savory snacks traditionally served with black tea and taken between 3.00 and 5.00pm. A percentage of the rate is donated to Save the Beach.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
6
Pricing (From)
Adult: (18-99 years)
$70.00
Child: (6-12 years)
$35.00
Infant: (0-5 years)
$0.00
Commentary
English
Meeting Point

Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Malé, Male, MV

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Discover the quieter side of city life by exploring the smaller island of Villimale, located southwest of Male on the original Villimale eco-tour with TripAdvisors' leading Maldives tour company. Travel with your guide by public ferry from Male to Villimale. Wander the quiet streets, learn the names of local trees and spend time with an NGO conservation group to learn about the work they carry out and how you can support the environment during your stay in the Maldives. Sample traditional ‘hedika’ at a local café on the beach and enjoy the sunset before returning to Male.

Safety has always been important to our business, this is why our guides are Emergency First Responders & Life Guard Certified. We are now working on ensuring our tours will meet the criteria required in a post COVID world including but not limited to social distancing and sanitation.

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What’s included?

  • Round-trip shared transfer from Male to Villimale

  • Local guide

  • Afternoon tea and snacks

  • Local taxes

  • Donation to Save the Beach NGO

  • Gratuities

  • Personal expenditure ( souvenirs, snacks etc)

  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Things to know

Before you book

  • While participating in tours & activities provided by Secret Paradise Maldives social distancing must be practiced and face coverings worn at all times to reduce the risks of exposure to COVID-19. Secret Paradise has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19, however, Secret Paradise cannot guarantee that its guest's, partners, or others will not become infected.

  • By joining the tour you knowingly and freely acknowledge all such risks related to illness and infectious diseases, such as COVID-19.

  • Guests agree to self-monitor for signs and symptoms of COVID-19 and contact Secret Paradise by email if he/she experiences symptoms of COVID-19 within 14 days after participating in a Secret Paradise tour or activity.

Before you go

  • Face Mask

  • Hand Sanitizer

  • Re-fillable water bottle

  • Insect repellent

  • Camera

  • Money for personal expenditures

Cancellation Policy

    Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Redemption information

    • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
    • A dress code is required to enter the grounds of the mosques. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
    • For cruise passengers: If you have not already specified, you MUST advise supplier as soon as possible your Ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and departure time so that appropriate arrangements can be made

    Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port

    Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

    Hotel pickups in Greater Male' are an additional charge and commence.

    We are unable to collect from resorts and local islands outside of the Greater Male' Area.


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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Traveling with Secret Paradise isn’t just about exploring the Maldives and enjoying the natural beauty, it’s about discovering authentic experiences and off-the-beaten-path locations that you didn’t even know were there to discover. 

Secret Paradise guides enable you to connect with both Maldivian culture, local communities and the environment, going beyond the realms of a traditional Maldives holiday.

Based in the Maldives we ensure our sustainable actions are not just limited to our tours. Our team and our guests are involved with local NGOs – Nonprofit making organizations that are independent of the government and focus on environmental and social issues. We support coral planting and reef rehabilitation programs, the protection of seagrass, local island clean up events and plastic recycling to just name a few.

So if you are looking to discover the Maldives beyond the luxury resorts as the team at Secret Paradise say #letusguideyou.

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