The Maldives in 4 Days: 3 Recommended 4-day Itineraries to the Maldives

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The Maldives 4-day itinerary options
Considering traveling to the Maldives for 4 days? Here are a few unique 4-day Maldives itinerary ideas worth checking out.
Itinerary #1: Snorkeling in Dhigurah Island


Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive at Male International Airport and head to the island of Dhigurah in South Ari Atoll | Sightseeing | Dhigurah |
Day 2 | Go snorkeling in the clear waters of Dhigurah in search of whale sharks | Water sport | Dhigurah |
Day 3 | Sunbath on the beach or take a hike in the forest and reach the other side of the island | Outdoor adventure | Dhigurah |
Day 4 | Head back to Male Airport for your return flight |
Take a relaxing trip to Dhigurah in the Maldives, with its pristine white-sand beaches and lively sea life. You’ll have the chance to snorkel alongside majestic whale sharks in the crystal-clear waters of South Ari Atoll. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views on a speedboat and explore the local culture with a walking tour of Male. In just 4 days, you’ll get to explore the worldwide famous coral reefs of the Maldives and see unique sea creatures with your own eyes. Go hiking in the island’s tropical forest, or simply relax in paradise. See all snorkeling tours in the Maldives.
Itinerary #2: Relax and scuba dive in Kandooma


Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive at Velana International Airport in Male and take a boat to Kandooma Island | Boat trip | Kandooma |
Day 2 | Enjoy the Kandooma beaches and go surfing, snorkeling or scuba diving with some of Maldives' best dive sites close by | Water sport | Kandooma |
Day 3 | Go explore Kandooma, relax on the beach or try jet-skiing and wakeboarding | Water sport | Kandooma |
Day 4 | Say goodbye to the Maldives |
Discover the magical atmosphere of the Maldives on this 4-day trip to Kandooma Island. Kandooma offers some of the best scuba diving spots in the whole of Maldives, as well as the chance to go surfing, snorkeling, and jet skiing. Unwind on its pristine golden beaches and swim in crystal clear waters booming with marine life and corals. Kandooma Island is the perfect destination to disconnect from your routine and unwind in one of the most relaxing destinations in the Maldives. See all Maldives holiday packages.
Itinerary #3: Indulge in Maafushi

Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive at Maafushi Island and settle in your accommodation | Leisure | Maafushi |
Day 2 | Join a speedboat tour of the best snorkeling spots on the island and close the day with a sunset view at Maafushi Bikini Beach | Snorkeling | Maafushi |
Day 3 | Enjoy the water sports around Maafushi, or go for a day trip to the resort island of Adaaran Prestige Vadoo Resort | Water sports | Maafushi |
Day 4 | Head back to Male Airport for your return flight |
Have a taste of the Maldives on Maafushi Island with this 4-day itinerary. Unwind on pristine beaches, snorkel in the unbeatable crystal-clear waters of the island, and explore the stunning coral reefs. Treat yourself to one of the first-class accommodations on the island or spend a day at a 5-star resort on the nearby Adaaran Island. Spot the many turtles and dolphins populating the area and get a real Maldives experience. See all Maldives vacation packages.
Planning a 4-day itinerary to the Maldives?
Male International Airport is just a 45-minute boat ride from Kandooma, Dhigurah, and Maafushi. Island-hopping by speedboat is the most popular and efficient way to travel between islands, while seaplanes and internal flights connect the most remote destinations in the archipelago, such as Malé Atoll and Laccadive Islands. Getting around Kandooma and Maafushi is easy—you can walk or cycle anywhere, as the islands are small and amenities are close by. Check out our pre-packaged 4-day trips to the Maldives for more insights and to plan your next adventure.
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