Itinerary
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Stop At: Villingili, Maldives
Join “Save the Beach” and discover the quieter side of city life by exploring the smaller island of Villimale’, located south west of Male’. Our guide will meet you and travel with you by public ferry to Villimale’. Wander the quiet streets, learn the names of local trees and learn more about the conservation work being carried out by “Save The Beach”. Before returning to Male we take time to sample traditional ‘hedika’ at a local café on the beach. Hedika is traditional sweet and savory snacks traditionally served with black tea and taken between 3.00 and 5.00pm. A percentage of the rate is donated to Save the Beach.
Please note that during Ramadan 02 April -03 May 2022 we are unable to include refreshments at a local cafe.
Duration: 4 hours
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Jetty Number 5, Boduthakurufaanu Magu, Malé, Maldives
02:00 PM
4 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
The Maldives is a Muslim country and care needs to be taken in relation to the dress code on local islands. Whilst it is acceptable for men to wear T Shirts and shorts or swim shorts; females should avoid causing offence by maintaining a more conservative approach to clothes by wearing T Shirts and loose shorts/trousers.
Tour is not suitable if you are staying on a private island resort.
Safety has always been important to our business, this is why our guides are Emergency First Responders & Life Guard Certified. We are pleased to offer safe travel and hygiene standards as required by the World Travel & Tourism Council and Maldives Safe Tourism Guidelines.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Steve_C
A truly educational experience about the environmental effects of political and structural changes in the area, and the efforts to diminish and reverse the impact on the reefs and beaches. Really enjoyed learning from Irene, Archie, and Nafsha, as well as having some local snacks with them.
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Posted On : 2024-03-13
Posted By : Helen L
I’m so happy to join such a meaningful Eco Tour to Villimale. I heard the detailed explanation from the founder of the NGO “Save The Beaches Maldives” what they have been doing to save the beaches and ocean of Maldives. We walked around Villimale and learned how the place changed. I also learned how they conserve the corals and educate people to protect the environment. Together with the guide of Secrete Paradise Shark, we had a tea time, enjoyed some local Maldivian snacks and talk of exchanging each other’s cultures. What a wonderful experience!
I will come back to Maldives and hope to see you guys again!
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Posted On : 2023-07-02
Posted By : Suzy_C
A big shout out to Shark, Irene, and Ruth. They made this Eco-Tour to Villimale was truly an insightful and eye-opening experience. Shark, our tour leader was informed, hilarious, and full of personality as a local Maldivian who guided us excellently by picking us up right from the hotel with an umbrella and walked us to the ferry. We met Irene, an active marine biologist and passionate about saving the beach. She is full of knowledge and passion and doesn’t sell you on gimmicks but knowledge about saving the beaches. We left encouraged and well-informed about the island, eating some local treats, and learning about our footprint as humans.
Ruth was a game-changer, since the weather conditions weren’t favorable, she quickly responded for other tour options, was flexible, and attentive to our short stay in Male.
I can’t commend this dream team enough and you’ll be pleasantly surprised by their service and passion to the Maldives!
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Posted On : 2023-02-05
Posted By : Ebonie_W
I had an amazing experience. Our guides were well versed in all things Villimalé and the local ecosystem.
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Posted On : 2021-08-19
Posted By : Felipenomad
What a trip that was, 25 days in PARADISE AND I could not say my trip in the Maldives would have ever been the same if it wasn’t for Ruth and her amazing team at Secret Paradise.
I was travelling with two friends and we had so many doubts about what to do and what not to do. We were travelling from different places. Brazil and London..
With covid the islands are working around a very different dynamic and their tailored packages fit our demands and budget perfectly.
We have done both resort and local islands and I can’t wait to be back. The walking tours are amazing and I learned so much about the culture, language and Maldivian community with the local guides.
I cannot recommend them enough we all had a great hassle-free trip thanks to them!
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Posted On : 2021-08-03
