Highlights / General details
Enjoy a traditional lunch with a local family; Learn to cook a Maldivian meal and keep the recipe so you can impress friends back home with your culinary skills; Go shopping in a local market selling produce, fish, and other daily staples; Learn about the Maldivian way of life from those who live in the community Hop aboard local transit, riding a public ferry and bus that’ll take you through the neighborhood.
Inclusion
Local English-speaking guide; Ferry and local bus transportation; Lunch.
Exclusion
Hotel pick-up and drop-off; Additional food and beverages; Items of a personal nature; Gratuities.
Hours of operation
Available Monday through Thursday and Sunday departing at 11:00am.
Duration
Approximately 4 hours.
Location
Tour departs from Jetty number 5 Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Malé, Maldives. Please note that if you are staying on a private island resort you will need to arrange return transfer with the resort to and from Male; Tour ends at Hulhumale ferry terminal, Hulhumale.
Additional Information
Note that the Maldives is a Muslim country, therefore please dress modestly. Female guests should have clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Footwear should be removed before entering any household, so we suggest you wear easy slip-on/off shoes; While there is no expectation to offer gifts to the family, if you wish to do so, it is a great idea to bring something small that is indicative of your home country.
Participant restrictions
Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Policies
Cancellation: 2 days prior 100% penalty. No show 100% penalty.
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