Crystal-clear waters, overwater villas, and pure tropical bliss.
From India: Around 4–4.5 hours direct from major Indian cities to Malé, plus a speedboat or seaplane transfer to your resort. · Visa: Free 30-day Visa on Arrival for Indian passport holders — no advance application needed, but you must complete the online IMUGA Traveller Declaration within 96 hours of arrival and show a return ticket and confirmed hotel booking.
Overview
Let Lumina Journeys craft the perfect Maldives itinerary for you — from luxury hotels with VIP perks to curated local experiences, everything is taken care of so you can focus on making memories.
Highlights
Suggested Trip Types
Trip Planning Essentials
November–April (dry season, calm seas, best visibility for snorkeling/diving). May–October is the wetter monsoon season with lower resort rates.
Around 4–4.5 hours direct from major Indian cities to Malé, plus a speedboat or seaplane transfer to your resort.
Free 30-day Visa on Arrival for Indian passport holders — no advance application needed, but you must complete the online IMUGA Traveller Declaration within 96 hours of arrival and show a return ticket and confirmed hotel booking.
Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR), though US Dollars and cards are accepted at virtually every resort.
Resort islands are self-contained — transfers are by speedboat (nearby atolls) or seaplane (farther atolls), both arranged as part of your resort booking.
Estimated Budget per Person
Budget: ₹55,000–80,000 for 4 nights (guesthouse on a local island like Maafushi). Mid-range: ₹1,20,000–2,00,000 (water villa at a 4★ resort, half-board). Luxury: ₹3,50,000+ (overwater villa at a 5★ resort, seaplane transfer, all-inclusive).
Frequently Asked Questions
No advance visa is needed — Indians get a free 30-day Visa on Arrival, but you must still complete the online IMUGA declaration before or on arrival.
Significantly — a guesthouse on an inhabited local island like Maafushi can cost a third of an equivalent resort stay, trading private-island exclusivity for a more local, budget-friendly experience.
4–5 nights is enough for most travelers; longer stays suit honeymooners or divers wanting to explore multiple sites.