Maldives turtle conservation snorkeling cruise

There’s plenty to shell-ebrate about this lovely sea turtle cruise in the Maldives. Work with local NGO Olive Ridley Project Maldives on board a gulet as you go reef to reef, atoll to atoll, collecting data, and enjoying beautiful snorkelling experiences.
Eight day gulet cruise with the Olive Ridley Project Maldives South Male Atoll and Vaavu Atoll local guide and a researcher on board help with data collection and research multiple snorkelling sessions visit local islands lovely traditional gulet with up to 10 guests and air-conditioned cabins
Price
US $2499 excluding flights
Duration
8 Days
More info
Price per person based on double/twin share Small group Includes: 7N Full Board accommodation twin/double share.
Unlimited drinking water.
Airport Transfers.
Local experts & local tour leader.
All activities listed and local tax.
Make enquiry

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Price information

US $2499 excluding flights
Price per person based on double/twin share Small group Includes: 7N Full Board accommodation twin/double share.
Unlimited drinking water.
Airport Transfers.
Local experts & local tour leader.
All activities listed and local tax.
Make enquiry

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Maldives cruising
Sailing through these exquisitely clear, turquoise waters with a handful of other like-minded water babies.
Turtle conservation
Seven species of sea turtles glide through the world’s oceans; six of them are endangered.

Vacation information

Dietary requirements:
We can cater for vegetarian and vegan diets.

Responsible Travel

As the pioneers of responsible tourism, we've screened this (and every) vacation so that you can travel knowing we've worked to maximise the benefits of your vacation to local people and places, and minimise any negative impacts.

Planet

CARBON REDUCTION
We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while raising awareness of responsible travel. As a Travelife Partner certified company, we continuously measure and review our impact. We promote low-carbon activities such as public ferries, cycling, and walking tours, and we educate our supply chain through sustainability criteria, partnerships, and training. We are a Carbon Literate company certified by Carbon Literate Trust and our team undergoes climate literacy training, including the Tourism Cares Climate Justice Programme, to embed carbon awareness into our operations and guide practices.

ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE
We actively support the protection and conservation of the Maldives’ delicate marine and island ecosystems. Our marine life education hub, conservation partnerships, and code of conduct for marine wildlife interactions encourage respectful snorkelling and diving. Our tours contribute directly to marine research and coral health through citizen science initiatives, beach clean-ups, and educational collaborations.
We support NGOs like Save the Beach Maldives, Maldives Resilient Reefs, MWSRP, and Olive Ridley Project, focusing on coral rehabilitation and protection of marine life, with donations made on tours where we engage with representatives of the NGO.
Guests receive pre-arrival resources and are guided on responsible snorkeling conduct, local threats, such as the introduction of invasive species (e.g., crown-of-thorns starfish), and how they can help mitigate spread through responsible behavior and awareness.

People

PEOPLE
We exclusively support and promote locally-owned guesthouses, restaurants, and community businesses. Our tours maximize local impact through community experiences, cultural exchange, handicraft visits, and the use of local guides and transport. We ensure our guests contribute directly to the Maldivian economy, with every tour designed to benefit the communities we visit.

EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY
100% of our team is Maldivian, and we prioritise hiring from local communities, providing training and upskilling opportunities for our team. We comply with and exceed local labour standards, and as a female-led business, we foster a strong inclusivity ethos, promoting equal opportunities regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or background.
Our trips are LGBTQ+ friendly, and we actively create safe, welcoming experiences for all travelers.

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