Manta ray and marine conservation expedition in the Maldives
Hulhumale,
Impact Trip 8 Days 7 Nights
Your impact host isUB
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Highlights of this experience
Snorkel with manta rays in the Baa Atoll & support the research work of the Manta Organization

Accommodation
Accommodation in shared cabins on the MV Felicity boat.

Group Activities
A maximum of 12 people will participate in the expedition.

Activities
Snorkeling with manta rays, reef excursions, evening program with the team

Transportation
Transfer from Malé International Airport is included, as well as all boat excursions.
This is how your experience would look like:
Day 1 - Arrive & Immerse yourself
Welcome to the Maldives! After your arrival in Malé, you will be warmly welcomed on board the MV Felicity, your floating home for the next week. Enjoy your first snorkeling adventure in the North Malé Atoll and learn all about manta rays and their …
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Explore
Discover authentic places apart from mass tourism

Support
Your trip directly funds the local projects

Sustain
Strengthen communities & ecosystems
Get to know the project and the host

UB
1 Year our partner
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I have been working with Secret Paradise Maldives since September 2016. I love the exploration opportunities my job provides!
We work hand in hand with leading marine conservation organizations to protect the fragile ecosystems of the Maldives. Our partners include:
- the Maldives Whale Shark Research Program, dedicated to studying whale sharks and empowering community-based conservation,
- the Manta Trust, a global charity safeguarding manta and devil rays through science and education
- the Oliver Ridley Project, committed to rescuing sea turtles and protecting their habitats. By joining this journey, you directly contribute to their vision of healthy oceans where marine life thrives free from human-induced
Location
How to get there
You will fly independently to Malé and will be met directly at the airport at 12:00 PM. At the end of the trip, an included Dhoni transfer will bring you back, ensuring you arrive at the airport on time at 9:00 AM.
We are happy to assist you with the planning.
Cancellation Policy
- A cancellation of this tour is possible at any time.
- If you cancel at least 30 days before the date of travel, there is no cancellation fee.
- If you cancel between 29 and 15 days before the departure date, 20% of the tour price will be charged.
- If the cancellation is made between 14 and 8 days before the departure date, 50% of the tour price will be charged.
- If the cancellation is made between 7 and 1 day before the departure date, 80% of the tour price will be charged.
- You can also find the cancellation conditions in our terms and conditions
General Information:
- Limited mobility
- Not all parts of this trip are suitable for people with reduced mobility. If you have any questions, please contact us directly.
- Visa requirements
- Please enquire about the visa requirements for this country before you travel. Here is a link to the Federal Foreign Office. If you have any questions please contact us directly.
- We recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance.
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