The Maldives is one of the world’s most breathtaking nature-based destinations. To help preserve this tropical paradise and ensure you enjoy a smooth and relaxing journey, please take note of the following information:
🌊 1️⃣ Environmental Regulations (Protecting the Natural Beauty of the Maldives)
The Maldives has a very delicate marine ecosystem. Respecting these guidelines helps preserve it for future generations:
• Please avoid touching or standing on coral reefs.
• Collecting shells, sand, sea stones, or coral (even dead coral) is not permitted.
• Feeding marine life is not allowed.
• Littering or leaving cigarette butts on beaches or in the sea is prohibited.
🔹 Violations may result in local fines.
🤿 2️⃣ Flying Before & After Diving
For your safety:
• After scuba diving, a minimum interval of 18–24 hours before flying is strongly recommended.
• This applies especially to seaplane transfers as well.
This precaution is essential to prevent decompression sickness.
👗 3️⃣ Cultural & Dress Guidelines
The Maldives is a Muslim country; however:
🏝 On resort islands (private hotel islands), dress is fully relaxed and swimwear is permitted without restriction.
🏘 On local islands:
• Modest dress in line with Islamic culture is recommended.
• Swimwear is allowed only in designated areas known as “Bikini Beach.”
• Alcohol consumption is not permitted on local islands.
These guidelines are intended to respect local culture and traditions.
🍷 4️⃣ Restricted Items
• Importing alcohol into the Maldives is strictly prohibited (it will be confiscated at the airport).
• Possession of drugs carries very severe penalties.
• Drone usage requires official permission.
🎣 5️⃣ Fishing
• Independent fishing without a license is not permitted.
• Participating in officially organized fishing excursions arranged by resorts or licensed operators is fully allowed.
🚤 6️⃣ Transfer Information & Conditions
There are three main types of transfers in the Maldives:
🚤 Speedboat
• No strict baggage limitation in most cases, though reasonable luggage size is recommended.
• Typical waiting time: 30–90 minutes after arrival.
✈️ Seaplane
• Standard baggage allowance:
20 kg checked luggage + 5 kg hand luggage
• Excess baggage is subject to additional charges.
• Operates only during daylight hours (approximately 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM).
• Typical waiting time: 1–3 hours (depending on weather and traffic).
🛩 Domestic Flight + Boat
• Baggage allowance similar to domestic flight policy (usually 20 kg).
• Combined waiting time: approximately 1.5–3 hours.
🔹 Transfers are scheduled according to your international flight arrival time.
🔹 In case of flight delays, immediate notification to the local representative is essential.
🧳 7️⃣ Baggage Notes
If you are traveling with diving equipment or oversized luggage, please inform us in advance for proper arrangements.
Excess baggage charges may apply for certain transfers.
📝 8️⃣ Health Declaration
Currently:
• Completing the online Traveller Declaration before arrival is recommended.
• The form is available on the official Maldives government website.
• It is recommended to complete it within 96 hours prior to arrival so airport authorities can retrieve the information.
(If regulations change, we will inform you prior to departure. Upon request, we can complete this health declaration on your behalf for a small service fee.)
💵 9️⃣ Additional Information Maldives Travel Guide
• The official currency is Maldivian Rufiyaa, though USD is widely accepted.
• We recommend bringing waterproof covers for your passport, mobile phone, camera, and valuable electronics.
• Standard hotel check-in is usually 15:00 and check-out 11:00.
This guide is designed to ensure you have a smooth and enjoyable journey.
Our goal is for you to simply relax and enjoy the turquoise waters and your dream island experience 🌊✨
