Tropical Paradise · Indian Ocean
Overwater villas suspended above impossibly clear lagoons.
About Maldives
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Where You'll Stay
A shortlist of favourites, we'll match the right one to your travel style and celebration.
Private island, LVMH design
Barefoot luxury in the Baa Atoll
Three-island private resort
Sample Itinerary
Every WorldKey itinerary is bespoke. Use this as a starting point, we'll shape yours around dates, pace and the people traveling with you.
Day 1
Fast-track arrival in Malé and scenic seaplane transfer to your resort. Welcome ritual and quiet dinner on the beach.
Day 2
House reef snorkel with a marine biologist, followed by an in-villa spa treatment on your overwater deck.
Day 3
Morning dive or snorkel with manta rays; afternoon champagne picnic on a deserted sandbank.
Day 4
Sunset dhoni cruise with sushi master; underwater fine dining beneath the lagoon.
Day 5
Boat expedition to snorkel with whale sharks in the South Ari Atoll, returning for a private beach dinner.
Packages & Highlights
Choose the pace that fits your trip and download a tailored highlights PDF drawn from this destination's stays, experiences, and day-by-day plan.
Estimated starting total · shown in USD
$4,800 USD total for 2 guests
Grounded planning estimate for 2 adults from a major U.S. gateway; final trip pricing varies by dates, airfare, lodging, taxes, and personalization. Exchange rates fluctuate daily. Verify today's rate with a trusted source:
Verify on XE.com4 – 5 nights
A curated first taste, the icons, one signature stay, the moments no first-timer should miss.
6 – 8 nights
Our most-loved balance, deeper immersion, layered stays, and the private access we're best known for.
9+ nights
The full expression, every highlight, every stay, and the rare experiences that turn a trip into a story.
Every package is a starting point, we tailor dates, pace, and inclusions around your party.
*Planning estimates for 2 adults traveling from a major U.S. gateway. The $4,800 starting estimate assumes approximately 7 nights in a local-island guesthouse, round-trip economy airfare, shared transfers, meals, light excursions, and estimated taxes. Final pricing varies by departure city, dates, airfare, lodging, room type, meal plan, transfers, taxes, availability, and personalization. A live quote confirms the final price.
Signature Experiences
Sunrise dolphin dhoni cruise
Underwater dining at 5.8 or Ithaa
Private stargazing on the sandbank with astronomer
Seasons & Ranges
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Twelve-month climate summary for Maldives. Warmest month: Mar at 88°F. Coolest month: Jan at 77°F. Wettest month: Oct with 9.2 in. Driest month: Feb with 2.4 in. Recommended travel window: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr. Use the arrow keys to move between months. Press Enter or Space to pin details, Escape to clear.
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| Month | Season | High | Low | Rainfall | Humidity | Recommended |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Winter | 86°F | 77°F | 4.5 in | 78% | Yes |
| Feb | Winter | 87°F | 77°F | 2.4 in | 77% | Yes |
| Mar | Spring | 88°F | 78°F | 2.9 in | 77% | Yes |
| Apr | Spring | 88°F | 79°F | 4.9 in | 78% | Yes |
| May | Spring | 87°F | 78°F | 8.6 in | 80% | No |
| Jun | Summer | 86°F | 78°F | 7.1 in | 81% | No |
| Jul | Summer | 86°F | 77°F | 5.9 in | 80% | No |
| Aug | Summer | 86°F | 77°F | 6.9 in | 80% | No |
| Sep | Autumn | 86°F | 77°F | 8.3 in | 81% | No |
| Oct | Autumn | 86°F | 77°F | 9.2 in | 81% | No |
| Nov | Autumn | 86°F | 77°F | 8.4 in | 80% | Yes |
| Dec | Winter | 87°F | 77°F | 6.9 in | 79% | Yes |
Plan by dates
Choose your travel dates and we'll estimate likely conditions in Maldives based on long-term monthly climate normals.
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A concise briefing from your WorldKey advisor, visa guidance, weather notes, and the ideal lead time to secure the finest addresses.
Download travel guide (PDF)Passport & documentation
A free 30-day visa on arrival is issued to virtually all nationalities at Malé (MLE). You'll need a confirmed resort booking, onward ticket, and the online IMUGA travel declaration submitted within 96 hours of arrival.
Best window · November – April
Warm year-round with two seasons, dry Iruvai (Nov–Apr) is the classic window; the Hulhangu wet season brings green, quieter atolls. Warm year-round (82–88°F). Dry Iruvai season runs November through April with calm seas and superb visibility; the Hulhangu green season (May–October) brings brief afternoon showers, lush reefs, and quieter atolls.
Lead-time guidance
Overwater villas for December through March sell out 9 – 12 months ahead, book by spring for the following winter. Green-season travel (May–October) can often be arranged 2 – 4 months out with meaningful savings and half-board upgrades.
Reef-safe sunscreen, UPF swimwear, and a light rain shell during green season.
Entry rules and seasonal conditions can change. Your WorldKey advisor will confirm the latest visa, health, and documentation requirements for every traveler in your party before ticketing.
The next ideal window is November–April 2026. We'll email you when it's time to secure your suites, your suggested lead time is prefilled.
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Read Luxury Escape Reviews“The Maldives itinerary was pure poetry. Seaplane at dawn, private sandbank picnic, star-lit dinner in the lagoon.”
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