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Maldives — Kandooma Beach & Water Villa
International5D · 4NEasy

Malé

White sand, overwater villas, and a reef that glows in every shade of blue.

DEL→MLE
from ₹78,500 / person
The trip

What you're actually signing up for.

Four nights at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives in South Malé Atoll — beginning in a Beach Villa on the sand before transitioning to an overwater Water Villa for the back half of your stay. Snorkel the house reef, explore the Aqua Life Discovery Centre, try the famous "Kandooma Right" surf break, and end each evening watching the Indian Ocean turn violet from your private deck.

Highlights

The moments you'll remember.

  • Speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport through turquoise atolls
  • Complimentary snorkeling at the resort's side reef from a Beach Villa
  • Transition to a Water Villa with private deck, overwater hammock, and direct lagoon access
  • Aqua Life Discovery Centre — learn about Maldivian marine ecosystems
  • Optional: Sunset Cruise, Dolphin Cruise, Catamaran Safari, and Night Fishing
  • Optional: Surf lessons on the famous "Kandooma Right" break
Day by day

The itinerary.

D1

Arrival & Beach Villa Welcome

Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE). Enjoy a 45-minute speedboat transfer to Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives in South Malé Atoll, with scenic views of the turquoise waters. Check-in to your Beach Villa and explore your surroundings. Spend the day at leisure: relax on pristine white sands or take a dip in the lagoon, lounge by the infinity pool or enjoy the kids' pool and Jacuzzi. Overnight Stay: Beach Villa, Kandooma Maldives. Highlight of the Day: Arrival and leisure on the pristine beach.

D2

Beach Villa Bliss & Ocean Discovery

Breakfast with stunning ocean views. Morning activities: Snorkeling (complimentary at the resort's side reef), Diving (optional — certified divers can explore the Indian Ocean's thilas and kandus; Discovery dives available for beginners), Spa Indulgence (rejuvenating spa treatments for relaxation), Surfing Lessons (optional — try the famous "Kandooma Right" surf break), Recreational Sports (beach volleyball, football, or table tennis). Enjoy another relaxing night in your Beach Villa. Highlight of the Day: Snorkeling and spa indulgence.

D3

Transition to Water Villa & Overwater Wonders

Check out from the Beach Villa and transfer to your Water Villa. Spend the day enjoying: private deck with overwater hammock and direct access to the lagoon, snorkeling around the house reef, relaxing on your sunbed with panoramic ocean views. Visit the Aqua Life Discovery Centre to learn about marine life. Overnight Stay: Water Villa, Kandooma Maldives. Highlight of the Day: Arrival in the Water Villa and overwater luxury.

D4

Water Villa Luxury & Excursions

Breakfast on your private deck. Optional activities (charges apply): non-motorized water sports (kayaking, paddleboarding), Catamaran Safari (sail across the Indian Ocean), Spa Treatment (rejuvenate with massages or body therapies), Sunset Cruise (romantic evening watching Maldivian skies), Dolphin Cruise (spot playful pods in the open sea), Night Fishing (catch and enjoy freshly cooked Maldivian seafood). Overnight Stay: Water Villa, Kandooma Maldives. Highlight of the Day: Water villa luxury with excursions and sunset experiences.

D5

Departure

Enjoy your last breakfast on the deck of your Water Villa with ocean views. Standard check-out by 12:00 PM. Transfer by speedboat back to Velana International Airport (MLE) for your onward journey. Highlight of the Day: Farewell from Maldives with unforgettable memories.

Included
  • Airport pick-up to the property
  • Daily meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
  • Airport drop-off from the property
Not included
  • International flights
  • GST
  • TCS 5% (Tax Collected at Source)
  • Any other applicable taxes
  • Water sports or other adventure activities
  • Any services, meals, or activities not explicitly mentioned in the inclusions
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Honestly the best trip I've taken. The pacing was perfect and the group felt like family by day two.

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The trip leader knew every viewpoint, every good chai stop, every shortcut. Ten out of ten. Would book again tomorrow.

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