MALDIVES ON A BUDGET

At Say Yes Adventures, we believe that paradise should be accessible to everyone. That’s why we specialise in budget-friendly group trips to the Maldives, offering an unforgettable island experience at a fraction of the usual cost. Our packages cover accommodation, activities, and authentic local experiences—so you can enjoy the best of the Maldives without the stress of planning. Whether you’re a solo traveler or joining with friends, our trips are designed to be social, fun, and hassle-free. Join us for the adventure of a lifetime and discover the Maldives in an affordable, exciting way!

NEXT AVAILABLE TRIP:

24th October - 2nd November 2025

AND

4th - 13th December 2025

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Whats included?

All Activities

Your bucketlist trip to the Maldives includes a wide range of exciting activities! Such as:

  • Stand Up Paddle Boarding
  • Sand Bank Visit
  • Sea Turtle Snorkel
  • Reef Shark Snorkel
  • Feeding Sting Rays
  • Snorkelling with Manta Rays
  • Free Bike Hire to Explore the Islands
  • Dolphin Spotting
  • Snorkelling with Sting Rays
  • Fishing trip with local Maldivian Fishing Methods
  • Welcome Dinner
  • Farewell Dinner
  • Visit a Traditional Maldivian Household to help make natural Coconut oil
  • Sunset BBQ on the Beach
  • Sunset on sandbanks
  • Tasting local food
  • Nightime Marine Spotting

Our team is also available to help you book additional add ons too! Such as:

  • Day pass to an all inclusive resort
  • Snorkelling with Whale Sharks
  • Scuba Diving for both qualified and unqualified divers
  • Spa treatments
  • Jet Skiing

& more!

Internal Transport

All internal transport during the trip has been sorted! Including:

  • Airport Pickup and drop off with a Say Yes representative meeting you in Male Airport
  • High quality speed boats to transfer between locations
  • Shuttle services from ferry ports so you don’t need to carry your bags!

Shared Beachfront Accommodation

The Maldives doesn’t have any hostels (yet) so we’ve booked gorgeous beachfront hotels instead. Rooms will be shared between 2-4 Say Yes guests.

Each hotel is no longer than a 5 minute walk from a Bikini Beach!

*Please note that unless you upgrade you will need to share rooms during this trip!*

Some Meals

  • Breakfast Included everyday
  • Introduction meal for our first day
  • Goodbye meal for our last day
  • Sunset BBQ on the beach
  • Local snacks and sweets to try

You will be able to make the most out of the local restaurants and cafes for the rest of your time there! Meals average around $5-$15 per person and offer a range of local/ western cuisines.

Three Local Islands

We’ll be visiting three amazing local islands during the trip! Including:

  • Thulusdhoo - white sand beaches, beautiful sunsets, lots of snorkelling & surfing
  • Dhiffushi - relaxing beaches, crystal clear water and plenty of fun activities
  • Dhigurah - pristine island in the Alif Dhaal Atoll where whale sharks & manta rays are year-round residents.

Please download our info pack to read more about what to expect from local islands!

JUST £1299 PER PERSON

Private Room Guarantee – £199 per couple

Want your own space? Add a private room for just £199 (min. 2 people per booking). Perfect for couples or friends!

The Secret to Our Budget-Friendly Maldives Tours

We get asked all the time: “How is it so affordable?” And it’s a fair question - Maldives is known for its luxury resorts and private islands, right? Well, we’ve cracked the code on making this paradise accessible without cutting corners on experience. Here’s how we do it:

Local Islands

Forget the overwater bungalows! Our trips focus on exploring the real Maldives- three stunning local islands where you'll soak up island life, meet friendly locals, and enjoy white sand beaches without the resort price tag. It’s not just more budget-friendly, it’s a way more authentic experience.

Smart Stays

There aren't any hostels in the Maldives, so we’ve created our own version of shared accommodation. Guests share rooms with 2–3 fellow Say Yes travellers. The spots we stay in are handpicked budget hotels with beautiful views, amazing vibes, and great locations. It keeps costs low, and the social energy high.

Luxury is Optional

Want to tick off that bucket list resort experience? You still can. We offer an optional resort day add-on during the tour. So you can sip that cocktail in an infinity pool without paying resort prices every night. It’s your call- flexible, affordable, and still fabulous.

Reviews from Previous ’SAY YES’ Guests:

  • April 2025

    “I just wanted to thank you both so much for the opportunity, it’s been amazing I wouldn’t have changed anything. I’m still so mind blown I’ve been fortunate enough to visit the Maldives and not spend thousands and thousands. Thank you so much 🥰”

  • March 2025

    “I want to thank Tasha and Kara again for their hard work and research leading to the best trip l've ever been on.
    Ticking off a list of amazing animals, doing it with lovely people of all ages from around the world 🌎

    I have loved every minute.
    I will be telling many people to Say YES [&] I will keep an eye on future trips.”

  • April 2025

    “I'm sitting in the airport thinking back on the trip, I had the most amazing time on the trip. I wanted to thank you as well cause this trip is the start of my solo backpacking trip around south east Asia.
    I'm headed to Sri Lanka now and you gave me that little push to go, so l am forever grateful. The Maldives is absolutely beautiful and I honestly never thought l'd be able to go or afford it. But everything about it was unreal, so thank you again“

  • March 2025

    “Just a quick message to say thank you so much to Kara and Tasha for this beautiful experience and amazing itinerary! I am so glad I said yes to this adventure and I hope to do so more in the future! Thank you to amazing people for making this such a wonderful experience, these memories will last a lifetime 🥰”

  • March 2025

    “Just my infinite thanks for this amazing experience. This trip brought me back to life and I’m so thankful I got to be a part of it.”

  • March 2025

    “Had the most amazing time and will talk about it to anyone that wants to listen and even those that don’t! Well done girls you’ve built a fantastic trip and you should be very proud of yourselves for making peoples dreams come true ❤️”

  • March 2025

    “Honestly had the best time everything was so well thought and planned out to suit everyone and their interests- genuinely the trip of a lifetime!”

  • March 2025

    “Honestly had the best time with you all and thank you so much to Kara and Tasha for making it so magical 🩵💙
    Only problem now is I'll constantly be comparing every holiday I go on to the Maldives😅🥰”

  • March 2025

    “Thank you so much for my first experience as a group trip!! It's been amazing. Don't think anything can beat that. We've been so lucky seeing all the wildlife.”

  • March 2025

    “Thank you so much guys. It's Just been the most magical experience. We've all been so so lucky. I'll remember this trip, the beautiful souls I met, and the connections I made for the rest of my life.
    Thank you for the best memories✨ XXX”

  • March 2025

    “It has been the most amazing holiday with the most amazing group of people.
    Thankyou for being a part of the best holiday I have ever had.
    I will treasure these memories for ever💖”
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