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Maldives Island Stay
- Maldives
- 5 days · 4 nights
Five days on an island chosen to suit your budget, transfer time and preferred pace. Enjoy four nights on one island, with time to settle into its beach and lagoon setting. A resort island and an inhabited local island can have very different beach arrangements, meal plans and transfer costs. The five-day stay keeps four nights on the same island rather than moving properties repeatedly. Water villas, private pools, special dinners and all-inclusive dining are paid upgrades.
Book this package
Starting fromBDT 97,800Per person
Price by group size.
Per person, for the whole trip. The more of you travel together, the less each pays.
- Single
- BDT 166,800
- Per person
- Couple
- BDT 115,000
- Per person
- 3 people
- BDT 104,000
- Per person
- 5 people
- BDT 97,800
- Per person
The trip, day by day.
A simple route plan for this package, with the starting point, transfers, stay and key experiences kept together for each day.
- Suitable for
- Couples, families and friends who prefer one island base with flexible beach and water-activity time.
- Highlights
- Island beach time, suitable supervised snorkelling, optional sandbank boat trip and a dolphin-watching cruise as a paid extra.
- Start and finish
- Start at the first destination’s arrival point and finish at the last destination’s departure point; international travel from Bangladesh is separate.
- Transport
- Velana airport arrival and departure connections and return transport to the selected island.
- Meals
- Daily breakfast.
FlightReturn flight routing from Dhaka is planned with this international package; timings are confirmed after booking.
Day 1
Arrive in Malé
Arrive at Velana International Airport and meet your island transfer. Continue to the selected island by its airport-to-island connection. Check in and settle into your island accommodation. Explore the beach area and enjoy the sea breeze.
Day 2
Island day
Add a supervised snorkelling experience to explore the reef setting. Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation, with other meals chosen independently. Kayaks and other paid recreational facilities are extras for your island day. Enjoy a quiet island evening; private beach dinners are paid additions.
Day 3
On the water
Add a sandbank outing for a different perspective on the island’s surrounding water. Use safe swimming areas, sun protection and an agreed return time. Add a dolphin cruise to spend more time exploring the surrounding sea.
Day 4
Free day
Keep a flexible island day for rest. Spa treatments and diving are separately paid experiences.
Day 5
Fly home
Check out according to the confirmed property rules. Your return island transfer connects with the international departure. Depart for Dhaka on your confirmed routing.
Visa support
Need help with your visa?
We can prepare the visa side of your international tour and keep your documents consistent with the route you are booking.
- Check the current visa requirements and document list.
- Review your passport, bank, job and business papers.
- Prepare matching flight reservations, hotels and itinerary.
- Help with forms, appointments and interview preparation.
Visa decisions are made only by embassies and immigration authorities. We prepare and check your file before you submit it.
What the price covers.
Included
- Accommodation for 4 nights.
- Velana airport arrival and departure connections and return transport to the selected island.
- Daily breakfast.
- Trip coordination and local assistance.
Good to know
Optional choices: Sandbank cruise, supervised snorkelling, diving, spa, private dinner or a paid room upgrade.
Drier months offer classic island-holiday conditions, while greener rainy periods bring a quieter tropical atmosphere.
Breathable clothes, sun and rain protection, comfortable shoes, medicines and booking copies; use modest clothing at religious sites.
Maldivian rufiyaa MVR. Keep a separate budget for personal spending and paid extras.
Travel requires a valid passport and the entry and transit permissions for the complete route. The free Maldives traveller declaration and prepaid registered accommodation form part of the entry requirements. Island transfers and marine activities follow sea, weather and operating instructions; seaplane connections operate in daylight. Swimming and reef activities require suitable ability and safe supervision; wildlife sightings vary naturally, and coral and animals remain undisturbed.
Not included
- Airfare between Bangladesh and the first and last destinations, visa fees and travel insurance.
- Meals outside the included plan, drinks and personal purchases.
- Paid attraction tickets, rides and optional experiences beyond the listed package services.
- Room or cabin upgrades, extra nights, early check-in and late check-out.
Pickup note
Our representative will meet and welcome you at the agreed arrival point, then help you continue to your hotel or next transfer.
Cancellation policy
Confirming your holiday means you have read and accepted the cancellation terms.
- 15 days before travel: 50% of the total holiday cost applies.
- 10 days before travel: 75% of the total holiday cost applies.
- 5 days before travel: 100% of the holiday cost is non-refundable.
- Any service or convenience fee is non-refundable once the booking is confirmed.
Tax
Applicable taxes are included in the package price shown on this page unless a specific government or supplier charge is noted separately.
How booking works.
Step 1
Send the request
Tell us your date and how many are travelling. It takes a minute.
Step 2
We confirm on WhatsApp
A consultant replies within 4 business hours with availability and the full price in BDT.
Step 3
Book and travel
Once you confirm, we book everything and our desk stays on call while you are away.
Every package can change to fit your dates, budget and group. The cancellation policy above covers the package; airline tickets and some hotels have their own rules, and we tell you those before you pay anything.
Questions
Asked at our desk.
Does this include a water villa?
A water villa is a paid room upgrade; the package includes the island accommodation listed for the four-night stay.
How does the airport-to-island journey work?
Your arrival and return transfers connect Velana Airport with the selected island.
What does the package include?
The package includes the accommodation, trip transport, meals and support listed under Included; paid extras are listed under Not included.
What is needed for a quotation?
Origin city, dates, traveller count and ages, passport nationality where relevant, accommodation preference and accessibility or dietary needs.
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