Maldives... isn’t this place something different in the world?
Yes, you are reading it right. Maldives is a place to feel the heaven on earth with so much of its natural beauty by beaches, water, food, culture and amazing people with hospitality. Here, you can notice that your life is full of beauty while you are surrounded by the turquoise colour water.
Maldives is a very popular destination for gay travellers. Maldives offers best gay friendly resorts with private beaches, private villas, luxury and unforgettable places to visit, amazing food and much more...
The Maldives has around 1,200 islands, roughly 200 are inhabited. It’s one of the great luxury resort destinations in the world. Many of the islands are very small and they can only accommodate one hotel on it. You will be happy to know that there’s no other industry in the Maldives so, the sea is crystal clear. As per our travel experience, Maldives is only place on earth having the crystal clear water for tourists.
Staying in an overwater bungalow in the Maldives surrounded by tropical paradise is a bucket list experience for many. It’s also an unbeatable setting for a honeymoon.
As the Maldives is governed under sharia law, homosexuality is illegal there. But more and more gay travellers are visiting the Maldives. This may seem baffling. How could gay travellers be safe in a sharia country? The answer is quite simple: the normal rules don’t apply in the resorts as they are privately owned. Alcohol is also banned under sharia law, but it flows freely in the Maldives’ many luxury resorts. To accommodate the tourists who prop up the local economy, western decadence is warmly embraced.
We know the best properties for gay and lesbian travellers in the Maldives – the ones which will still offer you honeymoon benefits or allow a symbolic wedding. We can assure you the best trip to Maldives with us.
Please read the important information and our recommendations before you book the vacations with us.
How much does a Maldives tour package cost?
If you are looking for 03 nights / 04 days budget tour package to Maldives will starts from USD 3000-3500 dollars. You can select the Maldives package as per your requirements, as there is wide range of packages available. While you are selecting the packages you may email us what you want to include in the package such as, flights, hotels or resort on island, sightseeing, water activities, food type and much more. You can choose to travel by spending a lesser number of nights for a longer vacation, depending on the holiday you want.
What are the most recommended places on Maldives tour package?
Here, we are recommending you the most popular and beautiful places in Maldives. While you are travelling to Maldives you can have visit to Male, Hulhumale Island, Feydhoo, Utheemu and many other places as per your taste. If you would like to know about the most of the famous beaches then we highly recommend you Kudahuvadoo beach, Fulhadoo beach, Dhangeti beach for whale sharks or snorkelling, Addu City for manta rays scuba diving, Maafushi for snorkelling, Huraa beach for best honeymoon. The other white sand and popular beaches are like Hulhumale Beach, Vabbinfaru Island Beach, Fulhadhoo Beach, Sun Island Beach and Dhigurah Beach. Depending on the type of vacation you want, you can visit any of these places.
What should I pack for a trip to Maldives?
As we all know that The Maldives is a beach destination so this means warm sunny weather and lots of water-sports to enjoy. It is a good idea to pack the following for your trip to the Maldives: light cotton garments - preferable light colors, evening wear, sandals or flip flops, sun hat, swimwear, insect repellent, sunscreen and sunglasses.
What are the things to do on a Maldives tour?
Apart from beaches and water sports, there are plenty of other things to do on your Maldives tour. The Maldives island nation is a cluster of precious jewels – discovering each of them is a pleasure and delight. Start with Male – the capital city. Thrumming with energy, this is a city filled with beautiful buildings, like the 17th century Friday Mosque, energetic markets like Male Market, and the lovely Mulee’aage Palace. Do make it a point to visit the exciting bazaar of Male on your Maldives tour that sells gorgeous handicrafts, mementos, and more. Pick up packaged sweetmeats, boat souvenirs, seashell home decor, and silky coconut milk. Other places to visit on your Maldives tour are Feydhoo, Maradhoo, Veligandu Island, Banana Reef, Thulusdhoo Island, and more. If you are a nature & wildlife enthusiast, you can spot fruit bats, lizards of every colour, slinky snakes, turtles swirling their way under the water, beautiful pelagic birds, whales and dolphins twisting in the water, hammerhead sharks shyly slipping through the massive coral reefs, stingrays gliding across the ocean floor, thousands and thousands of schools of colourful fish.
Visa Policy for all the Nationals:
Tourist visa is granted for all nationalities on arrival to Maldives. As such, a foreigner travelling to Maldives as a tourist does not require pre-approval for the visa. However, the person must satisfy the basic entry requirements to get immigration clearance upon arrival.
The basic entry requirements are as follows;
The maximum number of days granted on arrival would be 30 days, unless agreed by any bilateral means or treaty. This period of stay is not for the visitor to claim, but lies at the discretion of the Maldives Immigration to grant any number of days less than or equal to 30.
The period of stay granted is shown on the endorsement in the passport. Visitors are advised to check their passport for the arrival endorsement and take note of the number of days granted to stay in Maldives. Once arrived as a tourist, the visitor is not permitted to engage in any form of business, occupation, profession or paid employment while in Maldives.
Categories like; social visitors, friends, family visitors or media and business visitors, who are not considered as genuine tourists, are highly advised to declare sponsorship prior to their arrivals (if applicable), in order to facilitate the flow of passage.
All travelers are also reminded that it is a punishable offence to overstay in Maldives beyond the number of days given.
Are the Maldives safe for female travellers?
The Maldives recognizes Islam as its official religion, this means women should adhere to dress guidelines while visiting monuments such as mosques and can swim in swimwear and bikinis at specially designated bikini beaches. Apart from this, the Maldives are generally safe for all travellers, especially females.
Can I consume alcohol in the Maldives?
As Islam is the officially recognized religion, sale and consumption in public or private is banned among the local population. However, you can buy and consume alcohol if you are an adult non-Muslim over 18. Also, all resorts and cruises serve alcohol to tourists.
What is the currency of the Maldives?
The Maldivian Rufiyaa is the official currency.
Are Indian rupees or Dollars accepted in the Maldives?
The Maldivian Rufiyaa is the officially recognised currency in use however; US dollars and other international currency are also accepted. Indian rupees not.
How many days are required for a trip to the Maldives?
5 days to a week is sufficient time to explore all that the Maldives has to offer.
Dive into absolute serenity. Less than 20 minutes away from Velana International Airport by speedboat, set on a pristine island blessed with tropical beauty in North Malé Atoll, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives is an adults-only retreat that is ideal for couples and honeymooners.
Light and airy villas with wooden flooring and natural fabrics provide sensational views of the Indian Ocean and offer the choice of beachside or overwater accommodation. Pure white sand and a sparkling blue lagoon make this a perfect playground for beach games, snorkelling and water sports, while the magical underwater world of some of the top dive sites in the Maldives are reached within less than half an hour by dhoni.
Exciting dining with a choice of dining programmes, along with a sublime spa, make this intimately scaled resort a haven for those seeking a tropical escape.
As an adults-only resort, guests must be aged 12 years and above. We highly recommend this accommodation to all our LGBT guests who would like to spend quality time in Maldives.
Ideal for: Adults only resort, Singles, Romantic/honeymoon.
Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa - the perfect island retreat in the Maldives, is located in the northern Haa Alifu Atoll. An exclusive all-suite Maldives resort for those who demand genuine luxury and the utmost in privacy.
Set on a crescent-shaped private island, this incredible resort offers a choice of private villas or private villas with pools for its guests to unwind and enjoy a home away from home. Beachside or over the water villas and the associated privacy levels offered are the hallmark of this award winning destination, which boasts some of the largest beachfront villas in the Maldives.
Gourmands, Foodies and food lovers alike can indulge in an award winning culinary experience. Wellbeing is a core part of the Hideaway experience, with the divine Hideaway Spa offering a range of treatments for rejuvenation and relaxation. The abundance of fish life around this Maldives resort is second to none, making it a prime location for snorkelling and scuba diving.
The perfect Maldives retreat, Hideaway offers the utmost in romance and is one of the preferred destinations for those celebrating their honeymoon. Families are very welcome at Hideaway, with an extensive Kids Club available to help keep young travellers entertained during their stay.
Ideal for: Families, singles, Romantic/honeymoon.
Surrounded by the blue ocean of the South Ari Atoll and adorned with distinctive timbered walkways and colonial-style buildings, Centara Grand Island Resort is a barefoot paradise with a palm-fringed bach and shimmering lagoon.
While the resort features 112 spacious villas set over the water and the suites blended harmoniously with the natural setting, the island offers a wealth of activities and superb facilities. Combined with exquisite epicurean dinning. Centara Grand Maldives makes an ideal hideaway for couples and honeymooners, as well as a fun-filled destination for families.
Ideal for: Families , Romantic/honeymoon, All inclusive.
Escape the frenetic pace and chaos of everyday life, in to luxury’s very own lap at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives. Away from the sparkling lights of Male, our 5 star hotel in Maldives is spread across the Emboodhu Finolhu island in the middle of one of the largest lagoons in Maldives. Renowned for its rich flora and fauna, this tropical isle, also known as the Three Coconut Isle, is situated amidst the coral reefs. A 15-minute speedboat ride from the airport brings you to the idyllic beach resort in Male surrounded by the azure waters of the Indian Ocean. Set delicately over the lagoon, this postcard-perfect getaway offers 64 sea-view suites and villas Maldives that are luxurious and lavish; yet maintain a fine balance with nature.
Our world-famous, award-winning presidential suite is, arguably, the most beautiful place on earth. At Taj Exotica Maldives, you are on Taj Time, where doing nothing is an art form. Time stands still—and yet there is never a dull moment. Within this oasis of calm set in paradise, lounge by the infinity pool or at your private beach, laze in a hammock over the blue waters and just lay below the stars at night. Go on a wildlife-spotting walk. Pure bliss. Savour the best from the culinary world with carefully selected ingredients sourced both locally and globally to please your palate.
Enjoy the freshest of seafood at deep end or choose from the extensive carefully crafted menu at 24 degrees, where you experience a performance of art assembled on your plate at the theatrical Teppanyaki kitchen. Sip leisurely on your cocktails at the equator bar as you take in the awe-inspiring views of fiery Indian Ocean sunsets. Needless to say, each of our restaurants offers a spectacular and unbelievably romantic ocean experience. Enjoy sumptuous in-room and private dining experiences. And be pampered by our world-renowned butlers, who would be happy to arrange a whole range of water sports including snorkelling and scuba diving. Come, create a lifetime of memories every moment in this haven of tranquillity.
Ideal for: Families, Singles, Romantic/honeymoon.
Luxury today is seen to be related to the quality of life, but its definition is deeply personal to the individual. Luxury can be defined as time spent with loved ones, a sense of belonging, a moment of absolute privacy, a perfect cup of coffee, a wonderful book, or simply an opportunity to escape from reality. Ultimately, luxury is the freedom to make your own choice.
At Gili Lankanfushi, they offer our guests the freedom to make that choice, providing an opportunity to redefine what luxury means, and ensuring that whatever their definition, we continuously strive to meet and exceed their expectations. They have a team of personal guest experience hosts at Gili Lankanfushi known as Mr. Fridays. They’re named after Robinson Crusoe’s loyal assistant and dear friend, and will show you the way around the island while making your stay as memorable as possible.
Day or night and no matter what the request, your trusted host is there to help with everything from unpacking luggage to organising dining experiences and excursions or even setting up a bed under the stars. Parents will be pleased to know that they can also keep little ones entertained. Gilli Lankanfushi resort is one of the best gay friendly accommodation in Maldives.
Ideal for: Adults only resort, Singles, Romantic/honeymoon.
Find a very private setting for intimate, one-of-a-kind experiences. With twin islands Play and Chill, Niyama Private Islands Maldives offers up the luxury of choice.
At Play: Frolic in the treetops. Rush into the infinite horizon. Kick things up a notch in villas set on white sands and tailored to adventurous honeymooners, active couples and style-savvy families.
At Chill: Revel in a peaceful moment within the cocoon of Drift Spa. Explore culinary heaven offshore. Soothe your soul to the slow rhythms in over water villas. Lounge against the flowing oceanscape in an underwater playground.
Discover your island niche and settle in, or jump back and forth between high-energy indulgences and cool serenity. Rated #4 in the ‘Best Resorts in the World’ category of the Condé Nast Traveler Reader’s Choice Awards, and #2 ‘Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean’, Nature’s Playground beckons.
Ideal for: Families, Singles, Romantic/honeymoon.
Escape to a hideaway island fringed by turquoise lagoon. Laze in your over water villa or bungalow, puffer fish swimming in crystal-clear waters below. At Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, write your own chapter of romance.
Salute the sun in an ocean-facing pavilion. Discover blissful Ayurvedic treatments at Balance Wellness by Anantara. Cruise into the sunset on a luxury yacht or dine under the stars.
To maintain the serenity of this island, Anantara Veli caters exclusively to adults, one of the Maldives’ few adults-only Maldives resorts. Anantara Veli resort always been one of the best choice for gay traveller in Maldives.
Ideal for: Adults only resort, Singles, Romantic/honeymoon.