How to Visit the Maldives on a Budget(2)
🏝️ Step 3: Stay on Local Islands (Maafushi + Fulidhoo) Maafushi (2-3 nights) Budget lodging: ~¥300/person per night (basic but clean). Why stay here? Cheap daily snorkeling trips (vs. $$$ resort excursions). Fulidhoo (3 nights) A quieter island with stunning beaches, sharks, and rays right by the shore. Pro tip: Book the Shipwreck (nurse shark) tour last—end your trip in Fulidhoo! 🤿 Must-Do Budget-Friendly Activities Fish Tank Snorkeling ($60) – God’s aquarium, insane marine life. Whale Shark Excursion ($100) – Swim with gentle giants. Shipwreck & Nurse Sharks ($65) – Includes free photos (+$15 for drone shots). Resort Day Pass (~$100) – Visit a luxury island just for photos/lunch. #Maldives #Asia