Maldivian Cooking Class and Lunch

Summary

Your tour starts with a visit to the local market and fish market on Male, shopping for the produce to be used in making a delicious lunch. Whilst at the market savor the aromatic smells and taste fruit and vegetables that you may have not come across before. Once your purchases are complete take the public ferry to Hulhumale a 20 minute crossing followed by a short walk to the home of your local family host. You will be welcomed into the family and encouraged to participate in the preparation of each of the dishes, which include chopping vegetables, preparing the fish, coconut grating & milking. Once the cooking is complete the table will be set to enjoy a freshly cooked meal with members of the family. Around the table you can share your thoughts about the cooking process, learn more about the Maldives or you could learn some useful words that you can use during the remainder of your holiday. 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.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

It has to be said you can’t beat home cooked food and with our taste of local life not only do you assist in selecting the ingredients from the local market in Male you get to spend time with a local family. Prepare local dishes and then enjoy eating them alongside the family in their home.

What’s included?

  • Cooking demonstration

  • Local lunch and fruit juice

  • Transfer by local ferry

  • All local tax

  • Gratuities

  • Personal expenditure - snacks and souvenirs

  • From Airport or Hulhumale by taxi there is an additional charge of $30 for 2 persons.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

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

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Secret Paradise Maldives

About operator:

Join our adventure and cultural day tours from Hulhumale and Male or island hop with us throughout the Maldives on our multi day adventures. Our scheduled daily tours are guaranteed to be no more than 6 guests and we offer private and tailor made itineraries. Our experienced local guiding team are certified in COVID-19 care, first aid and life saving skills and have all completed the Be a Better Guide qualification promising you comfort, safety and a memorable experience. You can expect to receive value for money and exceptional service from the moment of enquiry to when we wave you goodbye. Awarded the TripAdvisor certificate of Excellence 5 years in succession, we are your go to provider provider for day tours and shore excursions in the capital. Come adventure with us and experience the best of our paradise island home. #letusguideyou

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