The Maldives, Beyond the Postcard

Travel Destination Maldives is a Maldives-based travel company helping travellers plan and arrange stays, experiences and tailor-made journeys across the Maldives. We work with trusted local partners to bring together accommodation, transfers, activities, surf, diving, safari yachts and other experiences.

Yes. TDM operates as a registered and licensed Maldives travel agency.

TDM gives you local expertise and one point of contact in the Maldives. We can combine accommodation, transfers, activities and experiences into one journey and help coordinate the details before and during your trip.

Yes. You can tell us your dates, budget, interests and preferred travel style, and we can build a tailor-made itinerary around you.

Yes. A local-island stay can be combined with a resort, safari yacht, surf trip, diving experience or other activities depending on availability and your itinerary.

Neither is universally better. Local islands offer a more authentic and often more affordable experience, while resorts provide a private, self-contained holiday experience. TDM can help you choose based on your priorities.

We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for peak travel periods, Christmas/New Year, popular resorts, surf seasons and safari yachts. Availability can change quickly.

Yes. We arrange trips for couples, honeymooners, families, friends, groups and solo travellers.

Depending on availability, TDM can arrange local island guesthouses, boutique and lifestyle stays, beachfront hotels, resorts and other accommodation options.

Yes. Tell us your approximate budget, travel dates and what kind of experience you want, and we can recommend suitable options.

Yes. We can arrange appropriate transfers between Velana International Airport and your accommodation or other destinations, including speedboats, domestic flights and seaplane transfers where applicable.

t depends on the package and supplier. We clearly indicate what is included in your quotation before you confirm your booking.

Yes, where appropriate and available. We can help coordinate inter-island transportation as part of your itinerary.

Yes. We can arrange surf accommodation, airport transfers, daily surf trips, boats, local assistance and other experiences.

Yes. We can help arrange suitable surf experiences based on your experience level and the type of trip you want.

Yes. TDM can arrange private surf trips, boat-based surf experiences and multi-day surf safaris depending on availability and conditions.

Yes. We can arrange diving experiences with trusted local dive operators and marine partners, as well as accommodation and transfers.

Yes. TDM can arrange multi-day diving safari yacht experiences depending on dates, availability and route.

Yes. Tell us your experience level and requirements when making your enquiry so we can recommend suitable options.

A safari yacht allows you to travel between islands and reefs while staying on board. Depending on the yacht and itinerary, trips can focus on diving, surfing, fishing, marine exploration, relaxation or private experiences.

Options can range from day trips and short escapes to multi-day journeys and private charters. The exact duration depends on the yacht and itinerary.

Yes, subject to availability. We can help arrange a private yacht around your group, interests and preferred itinerary.

Depending on the destination and availability, activities can include snorkeling, diving, surfing, fishing, dolphin cruises, island hopping, water sports, sandbank trips, sunset experiences, private boat trips and other local experiences.

Yes. We can arrange private and customized experiences such as private boat trips, romantic experiences, seafood dinners, photography/video services and other special requests.

Start by sending us your travel dates, number of travellers and what you would like to experience. We will prepare suitable options or a customized quotation for you.

A booking is confirmed only after the required payment has been received and the relevant services have been confirmed.

Yes. We recommend requesting a quotation first so you can review the itinerary, inclusions, price and applicable terms before confirming.

Payment options will be provided with your quotation or booking instructions. The available method can depend on the booking.

This depends on the specific accommodation, service or package. Your quotation will state the applicable inclusions and charges

Cancellation conditions depend on the services and suppliers included in your booking. The applicable cancellation terms will be provided with your quotation or booking confirmation.

Contact TDM as soon as possible. Changes are subject to availability and the terms of the suppliers involved.

Unused services, late arrivals, early departures and no-shows may not be refundable, depending on the applicable supplier terms.

Yes. TDM provides local support and coordinates with the relevant partners to help ensure your journey runs smoothly.

Let us know as soon as possible. Where TDM has arranged your transfer, we can coordinate with the relevant transport provider according to their procedures.

Yes. TDM works with international travel agencies, tour operators, travel advisors and specialist travel businesses.

Yes. Approved trade partners can access applicable B2B NET rates and partner services.

Yes. TDM can support international partners with accommodation, transfers, activities, surf, diving, safari yachts, local experiences and customized itineraries.

Submit a trade partnership enquiry through our Trade Partners page. Our team will review your business and contact you regarding partnership and access to the TDM Agent Portal.

Absolutely. You don't need to know which island, resort or atoll you want to visit. Tell us your travel dates, budget and what you want to experience, and we'll help you find the right combination of destination, accommodation and experiences.