Holidays in the Maldives

Why should you book a holiday package to the Maldives?

Maldives trips make it onto travelers' bucket lists for good reason. Spread across 26 atolls and encompassing more than 1,000 coral islands in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, white beaches and world class water sports - including diving with whale sharks - make it the ultimate tropical destination. Maldives travel packages make a memorable beach holiday more affordable and easy to book.

When should you book a holiday package to the Maldives?

The high season for travel to the Maldives runs from December to March, when the weather averages in the mid- to high-eighties daily, and Maldives flight and hotel prices are at their highest. Monsoon season extends from May to October, with peak rainfalls between May and November in the northern atolls, and November to March in the southern atolls. You can find cheap Maldives holiday deals from April to May, and in November, as well as during the rainy months.

Where should you stay in the Maldives during your holidays?

For any holiday type in the Maldives:

LUX* South Ari Atoll is the quintessential tropical island paradise, with two miles of white beaches and private villas on stilts above the lagoon. The all-inclusive resort is located on Dhidhoofinolhu Island, a short speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. Hotel Jen Malé is located in the capital city of the Maldives, just a seven minute speedboat ride from Ibrahim Nasir International Airport. Located in the busy city center, it offers an urban edge to your tropical adventure, with the beach just a short walk away.

For family holidays in the Maldives:

Maldives holiday deals like the Family Getaway Experience at the Outrigger Konotta Maldives Resort bring a kid-friendly vibe to your tropical getaway. Families of four to six people can stay in a private villa with a pool, with two hours of complimentary babysitting per day. The rate includes combined transfer by seaplane and speedboat from Malé. Kurumba Maldives is an award winning luxury resort located on a private island in the North Malé Atoll. The airport is only a 10 minute speedboat ride away. Maldives holiday deals give you the best value for your travel dollar.

For romantic holidays in the Maldives:

The Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu Resort is accessible via a 30-minute seaplane ride from Malé International Airport. Located in the waters of the Baa Atoll, it offers a romantic escape in a UNESCO designated biosphere reserve, where you will sleep in a villa over the azure waters. You'll arrive at the Soneva Fushi resort on Eydhafushi Island via a traditional dhoni boat transfer from Malé Airport. Shoes are optional in the relaxed property where you'll stay in a traditional villa made from local materials. Look for Maldives travel deals for your romantic getaway.

For luxury holidays in the Maldives:

Gili Lankanfushi resort offers the ultimate in tropical luxury on a private island, where you can stay in your choice of villa, suite, or residence set on the pure white sands of Lankanfushi Island on the North Malé Atoll. Velana International Airport and Malé City are both accessible by speedboat. The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is a private island resort that combines sleek modern design with local touches. Located on Vommuli Island, it's a 45 minute seaplane ride south of Malé International Airport.

For budget holidays in the Maldives:

Maldives getaways don't have to break the bank. Located on the South Malé Atoll, Isle Beach Inn is just a few minutes' walk from the beach, with garden or sea view rooms. The Inn is located on Maafushi Island, just a half hour by speedboat, or 90 minutes by ferry from the Malé International Airport. Paradise Island Resort brings you the relaxing seclusion of the Maldives at an affordable price. Located on Lankanfinolhu North Malé Atoll, the resort will arrange airport transfers at no additional cost with prior arrangement.