Current Version

Previous Version

Instant confirmation

false

true

Current Version

Previous Version

Instant confirmation

true

false

Current Version

Previous Version

Available tiers

adult, child, infant

~~adult, child~~

Tier labels

---
adult: ''
child: ''
infant: ''

---
adult: ''
child: ''

Tier ages

---
adult:
from: '18'
to: '64'
child:
from: '2'
to: '11'
infant:
from: '0'
to: '1'

---
adult:
from: '18'
to: '64'
child:
~~from: '5'~~
to: '11'

Current Version

Previous Version

Guide type

Tour Guide

Trip difficulty

Easy

Current Version

Previous Version

Redemption type

voucher

Percent Complete

94.4444444444444444

88.8888888888888889

Current Version

Previous Version

Timezone

Asia/Karachi

~~Europe/London~~

Duration from

4.0

Duration unit

days

minutes

Category

Multi-Day & Extended Tours

~~Tours & Sightseeing~~

Rails Timezone

Karachi

~~Edinburgh~~

Current Version

Previous Version

Group info

Maximun 6 person

Special service

Private Tours Available upon request.

Cancellation notes

Up to 7 Days before the beginning of the activity: full refund
Less than 7days before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

~~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~~

Cancellation cutoff

Voucher info

Arrival at Male airport, Customs and Immigration:
No prior visa arrangements are required. Tourists are issued a 30-day visa on arrival. A passport valid for 6 months and travel documents (flight tickets) are necessary. You will need to present a landing card which should be distributed by the crew of your flight. Alternatively you can find cards immediately before the immigration booths. To obtain immigration clearance it is a requirement to indicate on the landing card an address or provide proof that you have a booking at a resort, guest house or safari boat.
As from 29th January 2016 in accordance with ICAO, all passengers arriving to the Maldives must be in the possession of a machine-readable passport in order to be allowed entry.
Arrival procedures:
On arrival please proceed through immigration and security and customs before passing through an automatic sliding door into the main arrival area, here look out for representative who will be positioned on the left hand side holding a
Secret Paradise signboard.
• The Maldives is a Muslim country and therefore alcohol is not available on local islands. Subject to availability day/evening, visits to resorts can be arranged.
• Bikinis are also not allowed to be worn on local island beaches; however our guesthouses offer private gardens or private beach areas for guests.
• The Maldives is a Muslim country and care needs to be taken in relation to the dress code on local islands. While it is acceptable for men to wear T Shirts and shorts or swim shorts; females should avoid causing offence by maintaining a more conservative approach to clothes by wearing T Shirts, loose shorts or sarongs. While the islands we visit are more tolerant of guests wearing traditional beachwear, females should avoid wearing bikinis and swimwear unless on an uninhabited island, picnic island, sandbank, screened off tourist beach, dive boat or resort island. We would request female guests to dress with modesty (shorts/skirts/dresses should at the very least covering the upper thigh and shoulders/chests should be covered) when visiting local islands
• Wheelchair accessible, please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Percent Complete

88.8888888888888889

~~83.3333333333333333~~

Current Version

Previous Version

Description

Day One: (Meals: D)
Upon arrival you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on a tour of the capital city, providing opportunity to visit places of interest including the fish market, local market, Presidents Palace and Friday Mosque .
After lunch transfer by local ferry (approx. 14.30) to your guesthouse on the local island of Guraidhoo, South Male Atoll, 120 minutes from Male. Sit up top on the ferry to view the beauty of the many Maldives islands that pass you by whilst keeping your eyes open for dolphins!
Upon arrival you will have time to settle in before either relaxing in the garden at the guesthouse or on the local beach to watch the sun go down. Dinner this evening is spent with a local family just don’t expect silver service as traditionally meals are eaten without the aid of a knife and fork!
Day Two: (Meals: B)
Following breakfast accompanied by your guide take a few steps from the beach into the ocean to explore the house reef of Guraidhoo for your first underwater encounter! Your guide will provide a safety briefing on responsible snorkelling and act as your ‘spotter’ pointing out marine life that may not have caught your eye. They will assist less confident or inexperienced snorkelers, ensuring your equipment is comfortable and you feel safe in the water.
As the afternoon cools down accompanied by your guide time is spent exploring Guraidhoo with the opportunity to learn about the local way of life including a visit to the Mosque, visit the boatyard learn how the common wooden boat known locally as a ‘dhoni’ is built, stop and chat with children playing in the street and watch the ladies of the community begin their evening meal preparations. Stop by a local cafe to sample traditional ‘hedika’ - Maldivian savoury and sweet short eats served with black tea.
Day Three: (Meals: B, D)
Following a local style breakfast we travel by speedboat to two of the best nearby reefs. The coral reefs of the Maldives are inhabited by diverse marine life and are teaming with colourful fish and corals. Keep your eyes open for turtles, sharks and rays you never know what may be in the blue! On return to Guraidhoo the afternoon is free for you to participate in optional watersports, diving or surfing.
This evening enjoy a relaxed beach BBQ under the stars with the option to include traditional dancing and the beat of the ‘bodu beru’ where a group of men sit around the ‘bodu beru’ – big drum and sing to a rhythmical beat until they reach a crescendo.
Day Four: (Meals: B)
Following an early breakfast you will transfer by early morning public ferry to Male and on to Male International Airport or your onward destination.

Day One: (Meals: D)
Upon arrival you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on a tour of the capital city, providing opportunity to visit places of interest including the fish market, local market, Presidents Palace and Friday Mosque .
After lunch transfer by local ferry (approx. 14.30) to your guesthouse on the local island of Guraidhoo, South Male Atoll, 120 minutes from Male. Sit up top on the ferry to view the beauty of the many Maldives islands that pass you by whilst keeping your eyes open for dolphins!
Upon arrival you will have time to settle in before either relaxing in the garden at the guesthouse or on the local beach to watch the sun go down. Dinner this evening is spent with a local family just don’t expect silver service as traditionally meals are eaten without the aid of a knife and fork!
~~Day Two: (Meals: B)~~
Following breakfast accompanied by your guide take a few steps from the beach into the ocean to explore the house reef of Guraidhoo for your first underwater encounter! Your guide will provide a safety briefing on responsible snorkelling and act as your ‘spotter’ pointing out marine life that may not have caught your eye. They will assist less confident or inexperienced snorkelers, ensuring your equipment is comfortable and you feel safe in the water.
As the afternoon cools down accompanied by your guide time is spent exploring Guraidhoo with the opportunity to learn about the local way of life including a visit to the Mosque, visit the boatyard learn how the common wooden boat known locally as a ‘dhoni’ is built, stop and chat with children playing in the street and watch the ladies of the community begin their evening meal preparations. Stop by a local cafe to sample traditional ‘hedika’ - Maldivian savoury and sweet short eats served with black tea.
~~Day Three: (Meals: B, D)~~
Following a local style breakfast we travel by speedboat to two of the best nearby reefs. The coral reefs of the Maldives are inhabited by diverse marine life and are teaming with colourful fish and corals. Keep your eyes open for turtles, sharks and rays you never know what may be in the blue! On return to Guraidhoo the afternoon is free for you to participate in optional watersports, diving or surfing.
This evening enjoy a relaxed beach BBQ under the stars with the option to include traditional dancing and the beat of the ‘bodu beru’ where a group of men sit around the ‘bodu beru’ – big drum and sing to a rhythmical beat until they reach a crescendo.
~~Day Four: (Meals: B)~~
Following an early breakfast you will transfer by early morning public ferry to Male and on to Male International Airport or your onward destination.

Valid type

only_date_reservation

Know Before You Go

beach towel, camera/ underwater camera, face mask, hand sanitizer, insect repellent, money for personal expenditure, re-fillable water bottle, snorkel and mask , water resistant reef friendly sunscreen

Know Before You Book

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., 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.

Percent Complete

83.3333333333333333

~~72.2222222222222222~~

Current Version

Previous Version

Description

Day One: (Meals: D)
Upon arrival you will be met by your guide who will accompany you on a tour of the capital city, providing opportunity to visit places of interest including the fish market, local market, Presidents Palace and Friday Mosque .
After lunch transfer by local ferry (approx. 14.30) to your guesthouse on the local island of Guraidhoo, South Male Atoll, 120 minutes from Male. Sit up top on the ferry to view the beauty of the many Maldives islands that pass you by whilst keeping your eyes open for dolphins!
Upon arrival you will have time to settle in before either relaxing in the garden at the guesthouse or on the local beach to watch the sun go down. Dinner this evening is spent with a local family just don’t expect silver service as traditionally meals are eaten without the aid of a knife and fork!
Day Two: (Meals: B)
Following breakfast accompanied by your guide take a few steps from the beach into the ocean to explore the house reef of Guraidhoo for your first underwater encounter! Your guide will provide a safety briefing on responsible snorkelling and act as your ‘spotter’ pointing out marine life that may not have caught your eye. They will assist less confident or inexperienced snorkelers, ensuring your equipment is comfortable and you feel safe in the water.
As the afternoon cools down accompanied by your guide time is spent exploring Guraidhoo with the opportunity to learn about the local way of life including a visit to the Mosque, visit the boatyard learn how the common wooden boat known locally as a ‘dhoni’ is built, stop and chat with children playing in the street and watch the ladies of the community begin their evening meal preparations. Stop by a local cafe to sample traditional ‘hedika’ - Maldivian savoury and sweet short eats served with black tea.
Day Three: (Meals: B, D)
Following a local style breakfast we travel by speedboat to two of the best nearby reefs. The coral reefs of the Maldives are inhabited by diverse marine life and are teaming with colourful fish and corals. Keep your eyes open for turtles, sharks and rays you never know what may be in the blue! On return to Guraidhoo the afternoon is free for you to participate in optional watersports, diving or surfing.
This evening enjoy a relaxed beach BBQ under the stars with the option to include traditional dancing and the beat of the ‘bodu beru’ where a group of men sit around the ‘bodu beru’ – big drum and sing to a rhythmical beat until they reach a crescendo.
Day Four: (Meals: B)
Following an early breakfast you will transfer by early morning public ferry to Male and on to Male International Airport or your onward destination.

Highlights

experience maldivian savoury and sweets snacks at a local cafe., explore the maldivian capital and local island with a comprehensive walking tour., insight in to a local home and experience local food with a family , opportunities to encounter turtles, reef sharks, sting rays and tropical fish life.

Included

3 nights guesthouse accommodation , all local tax, all activities mentioned in itinerary, experienced english speaking local guide, meals as per itinerary (b=breakfast, l=lunch, d=dinner), round-trip shared transfer by public ferry, use of snorkelling equipment

Excluded

gratuities, international flights, travel insurance

Additional Info

A maximum of 6 people per booking. Operates in all weather conditions. Please dress appropriately, The Maldives is a Muslim country therefore we would request female guests to dress with modesty in mind. For cruise ship passengers: at time of booking, passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name & docking time. Not wheelchair accessible. Safety has always been important to our business, this is why our guides are Emergency First Responders & Life Guard Certified. We offer safe travel and hygiene standards as required by the World Travel and Tourism Council.
The Maldives is a Muslim country and therefore alcohol is not available on local islands.Bikinis are not permitted on local island beaches; however, our guesthouses offer access to bikini beach, private gardens or private beach areas for guests, The Maldives is a Muslim country and care needs to be taken in relation to the dress code on local islands. While it is acceptable for men to wear t-shirts and shorts or swim shorts, females should avoid causing offence by maintaining a more conservative approach to clothes by wearing t-shirts, loose shorts or sarongs. While the islands we visit are more tolerant of guests wearing traditional beachwear, females should avoid wearing bikinis and swimwear unless on an uninhabited island, picnic island, sandbank, screened off tourist beach, dive boat or resort island, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, Loose lightweight clothing, sunglasses, sun hat and comfortable shoes for walking tours are recommended, No prior visa arrangements are required. Tourists are issued a 30-day visa on arrival. A passport valid for 6 months and travel documents (flight tickets) are necessary, Maldives +5 hours GMT.

Health items

Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers

Health

All our guide team are: * Have been trained on HPA (Maldives Health Protection Agency) How to Identify & Manage Suspected cases of COVID19 for Tourist Operations. * Emergency First Responder Certified * Level Three International Life Guard Certified. Our guides receive monthly PCR test. Guides will conduct a health screening questionnaire and check your temperature at time of meeting.

Percent Complete

72.2222222222222222

~~55.5555555555555556~~

Current Version

Previous Version

Short Description

Our three night cultural break is designed to either work as a self-contained budget Maldives experience or as a start to a longer independent stay in the archipelago.
Staying on Guraidhoo in South Male Atoll, explore this quiet typical fishing island with sandy roads and palm trees. Discover locals going about their daily routine and carpenters at the local shipyard traditionally constructing typical local dhoni boats. Make friends with a local family over a traditional local dinner in their home.
Snorkel the aqua marine waters and encounter a myriad of marine life or for those feeling energetic participate in Scuba diving, surfing, kiting and windsurfing for which the conditions in this area are excellent in season.

Current Version

Previous Version

Tier labels

---
adult: ''
child: ''

---
adult: ''
child: ''
~~youth: ''~~
~~infant: ''~~
~~senior: ''~~
~~student: ''~~

Tier ages

---- {}
---
adult:
from: '18'
to: '64'
child:
from: '5'
to: '11'

---- {}

Cancellation notes

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

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

Duration unit

minutes

Percent Complete

55.5555555555555556

~~50.0~~

History of "3N Cultural Experience"

Magpie ID: TYKZAF

All Changes

Version 14 – March 07, 2021 11:38

Version 12 – March 01, 2021 09:52

Version 11 – March 01, 2021 09:52

Version 10 – March 01, 2021 09:51

Version 9 – March 01, 2021 09:49

Version 8 – March 01, 2021 09:48

Version 6 – March 01, 2021 09:44

Version 5 – March 01, 2021 09:44

Version 4 – March 01, 2021 09:33

Version 2 – March 01, 2021 09:27

Version 1 – March 01, 2021 09:27