The Maldives, barefoot luxury
Overwater villas above impossibly clear lagoons, private-island resorts and some of the best diving on earth. The Maldives is the ultimate switch-off — personally arranged for you.
Escape to a World of Endless Blue
Nowhere does barefoot luxury quite like the Maldives. Here each resort has its own island, so your holiday is pure escape — overwater villas above impossibly clear lagoons, powder-white sandbanks and a house reef teeming with life just steps from your deck. Arrive by seaplane over a scatter of turquoise atolls, snorkel with manta rays, dine on a private sandbank and fall asleep to the sound of the ocean below you.
It's the definitive honeymoon and special-occasion destination, yet it now welcomes families and first-timers too, with everything from ultra-luxury hideaways to superb-value resorts and local-island guesthouses. With good connections from South Africa, the hardest choice is simply which island.
The team at Traville Travel knows these resorts and atolls first-hand, and will match you to exactly the right one for your dates, your style and your budget.
Best time to visit the Maldives
A year-round tropical escape — here is how the seasons shape your holiday.
Dry Season
November to April — sunny, calm seas and the best overall time to visit.
Wet Season
May to October — warm seas, the odd short storm and greener rates.
Peak Season
December to March — the busiest, driest months, so book well ahead.
Shoulder Months
November and April — wonderful weather with a little more value.
Diving & Snorkelling
Year-round warm water, with the clearest visibility in the dry season.
Manta & Whale Shark Season
May to November brings gentle giants to Baa Atoll and Hanifaru Bay.
Surf Season
March to October delivers the best swells for the Maldives' surf breaks.
Best Value Period
The green season, May to October, offers the best resort rates of the year.
Which atoll should you choose?
Every atoll has its own character. Explore the map to picture your perfect corner of the Maldives.
Explore the Maldives by selecting an atoll.
Hover an atoll on desktop, or tap one on mobile.A general guide only — we match every couple and family to exactly the right island, and handle the seaplane and speedboat transfers for you.
Signature experiences
These experiences are just a small selection of the many activities and excursions available across the Maldives. Browse the ideas below and choose the ones that inspire you most.
Once you've found something you'd like to book, simply let us know and we'll gladly arrange it for you at the same price you see online — often with the added benefit of personalised advice, local insight and dedicated support.
Overwater Villa Living
Seaplane Island Transfers
Snorkelling the House Reef
Diving with Manta Rays
Private Sandbank Escapes
Sunset Dolphin Cruise
Turquoise Lagoons
Beachfront Bliss
Entry requirements can change, so always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Your Maldives holiday, your way
Every itinerary is tailor-made. We look after South African and international travellers alike, and can arrange as much or as little as you wish.
Complete packages
Flights, seaplane or speedboat transfers and villas arranged from start to finish.
Honeymoon escapes
Overwater villas, private dinners and spa — with those special honeymoon extras.
All-inclusive value
Full-board resorts where dining, drinks and activities are all taken care of.
Family islands
Resorts with kids' clubs, family villas and shallow lagoons to play in.
Diving & adventure
House-reef resorts and liveaboards for manta rays, whale sharks and more.
One dedicated team
Traville Travel — from your first question to your safe return home.
Ready for your personalised quote?
Share your dates and what you have in mind on our quote form and we'll put together a tailored quote just for you. Found a fare elsewhere today? Send it our way and we'll do our best to beat it.
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