Maldives Island Adventures

Upon your arrival at Male International Airport, you’ll be greeted by a member of our LHO guiding team, who will assist with your transfer to your domestic flight to Gan, where our adventures in the Maldives are hosted. If there is time between your arrival and the domestic flight, it may be possible to take you on a small tour of Male. The island of Gan is nestled in the southern atoll of Laamu, a tropical paradise. You’ll be met by your LHO Team Leader at the airport and brought to our accommodation.

Once you’ve settled into your room, you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy your first strolls along the beach, savor the sunset, and unwind in this laid-back environment before our team dinner in the evening, the first official event of our trip. Dinner will be the first opportunity to meet everyone, hear about all the adventure experiences ahead of us, and ask any questions you have.

After breakfast at our guesthouse, our first full day of adventure begins with an exciting kayaking trip. Our LHO guide will provide us with a quick lesson on paddling and maneuvering the kayak on the open ocean before we set off to explore the east side of the atoll. As we glide across the crystal-clear waters, we’ll have the opportunity to stop at isolated sandbanks, where snorkeling is an absolute must! The Maldives is famous the world over for its vibrant underwater world, and this will be our first opportunity to explore it.

After a morning of kayaking between sandbanks, exploring beaches, and stopping at epic snorkeling spots, a picnic lunch on the beach awaits. The afternoon is open to enjoy swims, more snorkeling on the house reef, or simply unwinding by the plunge pool. Your LHO Team Leader will be available to help you make the most of your time.

As the day comes to a close, we’ll be treated to a team dinner back at the hotel, where we’ll hear the briefing for the adventures to come.

Today is a day of leisure and choice. After breakfast, you have the option to spend the morning soaking up the sun on the beach, snorkeling the house reef, or relaxing in the serene garden of our accommodation. For those who’d prefer to keep the spirit of adventure alive, there are exciting opportunities to take a surfing or windsurfing lesson. Depending on the conditions, experienced LHO instructors will guide you through the basics and help you ride the waves.

Whether you choose to embrace the thrill of watersports or simply enjoy the tranquility of the island, the day is yours to craft. Your LHO Team Leader will inform you about lunch arrangements closer to the time, and dinner will be served at the hotel, where we’ll have the opportunity to share the epicness of our day and hear about the exciting things to come.

Today is one of the most exciting days of our adventure in the Maldives. After breakfast, we’ll head out to our local PADI registered dive school, which offers a Discover Scuba Diving Course for beginners. Under the watchful eye of a PADI Professional, we’ll learn essential safety guidelines and skills before embarking on two shore dives. For the certified divers among us, the option to explore the underwater paradise with two boat dives is available.

If diving isn’t your preference, a guided snorkeling tour offers a close encounter with the vibrant marine life. After lunch, we’ll switch gears and try stand-up paddle boarding, with an instructor to guide us. Our aim for the afternoon is to paddle through the lagoon, where there are opportunities to see eagle rays from the surface and even the occasional curious shark gliding beneath! Dinner will be served back at our accommodation at the end of our expedition.

After breakfast, we’ll depart the waterfront for a day of exploring the beautiful island of Gan by bicycle. Our LHO guide will lead us along the scenic Link Road, lined with swaying palm trees and connecting Gan to the islands of Fonadhoo, Kadhdhoo, and Maandhoo. This journey offers a unique glimpse into the largest local community settlement in the Maldives.

Lunch will be hosted at a local café, where we’ll have the opportunity to take a break and enjoy some local food. Fresh coconut water, known locally as “kurumba,” is an absolute must-try before we make our way back to our side of the island in the south. The afternoon is free to enjoy local water activities or relax on the beach before dinner.

After breakfast, the day is yours to enjoy at your leisure. Relax on the beach, practice some of your newfound skills with snorkeling or paddleboarding, or opt for an additional diving trip if you’re a certified diver. As the afternoon cools down, we’ll join the community in a beach clean-up effort. This activity allows us to give back to the island that has welcomed us so warmly. Your LHO Team Leader will inform you about lunch arrangements closer to the time, and dinner will be hosted at our accommodation.

We’ve definitely saved the best for last! Following breakfast, we’ll embark on a Robinson Crusoe adventure to an uninhabited island. Guided by our expert LHO team, we’ll step onto pristine shores that feel like our own private paradise. Wander the untouched beaches, swim in the sparkling waters, and snorkel to your heart’s content.

A picnic lunch on the island adds to the sense of adventure and seclusion. After lunch, we’ll continue exploring or simply relax in this idyllic setting. As the day draws to a close, we’ll return to Gan for a farewell dinner, celebrating the week’s unforgettable experiences.

Our final day is dedicated to airport transfers. After breakfast, we’ll hop on our domestic flight back to Male International Airport to catch our outbound flights home. For those of us who require an extra night in Male, be sure to reach out to the LHO Base Camp team for assistance. It’s never easy to say goodbye, but with LHO, it’s always about seeing you again on the next great adventure.