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Maldives travel guide

Indian Ocean · 2h 45m from Bengaluru — when to actually go, how long the visa really takes, what you will spend per day on top of the package, and who this trip is genuinely wrong for.

Best time to visit Maldives

Nov – Apr is dry season. May – Oct is wetter, far cheaper, and still has plenty of sun.

Visa, money and practicalities

Visa: Free on arrival, 30 days — Nothing to file, nothing to pay
Currency: USD used everywhere — ₹1,000 ≈ $11.5
SIM: Tourist data ~₹2,000 — Or just use resort wifi
Power plug: Type D / G — Same as India for Type D

What nobody tells you about Maldives

The transfer is the trap. Speedboat or seaplane from Malé to your island is frequently excluded and runs ₹15,000–45,000 per person return. Always ask "is the transfer in this price?" before you compare two Maldives quotes — it is the single biggest hidden cost in the destination.

Who should skip Maldives

Skip the Maldives if you need nightlife, shopping or a packed sightseeing list. One island, one reef, one book — that is the entire product.

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Maldives?

Nov – Apr is dry season. May – Oct is wetter, far cheaper, and still has plenty of sun.

What will I spend per day in Maldives beyond the package?

On top of what your package covers, budget roughly local island ₹2,500, resort, careful ₹9,000, resort, relaxed ₹25,000 per person per day.

What should I know before booking Maldives?

Who should not go to Maldives?

Skip the Maldives if you need nightlife, shopping or a packed sightseeing list. One island, one reef, one book — that is the entire product.

Plan a Maldives trip

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