MaldivesTravel Tips

Everything you need to know before you go.

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๐Ÿ๏ธWater Villas
๐ŸคฟManta Rays
๐ŸชธAtolls
๐Ÿ›ฉ๏ธSeaplanes
โœจBioluminescence

Peak Season

DECEMBER - APRIL

Best Experience
Feels LikeDry Season
Temperature26 โ€” 31ยฐC

Perfect sunny weather, calm seas, and excellent visibility for diving and snorkeling.

Shoulder Season

MAY

Budget Friendly
Feels LikeTropical
Temperature26 โ€” 31ยฐC

Transition period with a mix of sunshine and occasional rain showers, offering great value.

Off Season

JUNE - NOVEMBER

Avoid
Feels LikeMonsoon
Temperature25 โ€” 30ยฐC

Higher chance of rain and stronger winds, but resort prices are at their lowest.

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THE DAILY TARGET

3 Premium Meals + Coffee$100.00
Daily Transport & Buffer$25.00
Activities & Entry Fees$20.00
Daily Spend Target$145.00
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TIPPING GUIDE

No specific tipping customs recorded.

"When in doubt, rounding up to the nearest bill is always a safe strategy."

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LOCAL TRANSPORT

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Speedboat Transfer

Single Trip
$25 โ€” 150
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Seaplane Transfer

Single Trip
$250 โ€” 600
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Public Ferry

Single Trip
$2 โ€” 10

"Public transit (BTS/MRT) is the fastest way to bypass gridlock."

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Talk Basics

EnglishPronunciation
Hello
Sa-wat-deeSawatdee
Thank You
Khop-koonKhop Khun
Excuse Me
Kor-toadKor Toad
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Pay & Buy

EnglishPronunciation
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Eat & Drink

EnglishPronunciation
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Help & Safety

EnglishPronunciation
Help!
Chu-ay-duayChuay Duay!
Hospital
Rong-pa-ya-baanRong Phayabaan
Police
Tam-ruatTam Ruat
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Polite Refusal

EnglishPronunciation
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Utility

EnglishPronunciation
Emergency Contacts
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Police / Tourist112
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Medical / Ambulance119