TRIP OVERVIEW
Trip Dates
22 Mar - 29 Mar |
Finished
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29 Mar - 05 Apr |
Started
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01 Nov - 08 Nov |
3 Spaces
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08 Nov - 15 Nov |
Available
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15 Mar - 22 Mar |
Available
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22 Mar - 29 Mar |
Available
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29 Mar - 05 Apr |
Available
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Groups of 5+? Use our Group Travel Service.
Tour Highlights
Swim in some of the world's clearest waters and discover the incredible reefs that exist just below the surface.
Take in the stunning array of marine life that the Maldives is so famous for, from sea turtles and eagle rays to some of the most colourful and exotic fish on the planet.
Explore a spectacular old shipwreck before completing a near perfect semi-circle swim around the beautiful Giraa Falhu Reef.
In 2025, all SwimTrek Maldives departures will exclusively take place aboard the modern and spacious Carpe Vita, relax among the breathtaking atolls and pristine beaches of the Maldives.
Discover the charming Maldivian culture with local island visits.
Join us for an unforgettable open water swimming holiday in the Maldives, aboard our beautiful liveaboard boat. This intimate experience allows us to explore one of the world’s most spectacular destinations with a small group of swimmers.
The Maldives, with its 26 coral atolls and over a thousand palm-fringed islands, is renowned for its crystal-clear waters, blue skies, and vibrant marine life. In the tranquil Vaavu Atoll (Felidhoo), we’ll enjoy eight days of swimming and cruising, with activities ranging from island circumnavigations to challenging crossings and breathtaking views of world-famous reefs.
Between swims, the liveaboard takes us between stunning islets and islands. The trip is fully catered with meals prepared by our onboard chef. In addition to the organised swims, there’s time for extra activities, including snorkelling, scuba diving (extra cost), night fishing, and cultural dancing.
Who is this trip for?
This trip is for swimmers who want to explore the many wonders that the stunning Maldives islands, atolls, and reefs have to offer from the comfort of a liveaboard vessel. From the clear waters to some of the most vibrant marine life on the planet, The Maldives is the perfect location to take part in a swimming adventure holiday that you will never forget. As a liveaboard trip, we will enjoy close proximity to the water and a flexible itinerary, offering access to the best swimming locations The Maldives has to offer. Optional watersports, snorkelling and diving opportunities are also available, alongside meals freshly prepared by our own onboard chef.
Swimmers should have a basic understanding of open water swimming and be capable of completing the average swim distance and average daily swim distance (over the course of two swims) prior to the start of the trip.
The average swim distance is around 2.5km. The average daily swim distance is around 5km.
We have given this trip a ‘Moderate’ grading. Most swimmers comfortable in the open water will be able to take part and enjoy one of these trips.
What's included?
- Fully guided swimming holiday (swimmers only)
- Professional swim guides and full safety escort on all swims (swimmers only)
- All breakfasts
- All lunches
- All dinners
- ABTOT Protection, in accordance with our terms and conditions.
- Seven nights' accommodation
- Meet and greet at the airport with transfer to our boat on Day 1
- Transfer back to the airport on Day 8
- Local island visits
- Technique advice with video playback
What's not included?
- Travel to and from the start of the tour
- Tipping for onboard crew
- Alcoholic drinks which can be purchased onboard
- Snorkelling and diving (equipment hire at extra cost)
- Wi-Fi (Available at additional cost)
Sample Trip Itinerary
Please note that the below daily itineraries are an example of the swims that may take place during your trip, however, actual swim locations and distances will vary according to local weather and swim conditions. Your SwimTrek guides and local boat pilots will determine the most suitable swim locations each day and will communicate the plan with all guests as soon as possible.
Trip Schedule
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Due to the flexibility offered by our liveaboard vessel, this trip is ideal for groups who wish to explore The Maldives together at their own pace. The itinerary can be changed, permitting favourable weather conditions, to reflect where the group wish to swim. If you are interested please get in touch with groups@swimtrek.com.
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The Maldives was my first ever SwimTrek and what a great introduction it was. Truly the trip of a lifetime. My bucket list has been ripped apart!
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Swimmers with the boat (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Maldives (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Local wildlife (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Maldives swimmers and boat (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Diving to the wreck (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Cruising past a hammock

Swimming the Maldives (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Swimmers with guide (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Maldives islet (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Happy in the Maldives (2024) by Denise Priddy

Reef fish and swimmers (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Sunset in the Maldives

Stars in the Maldives (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Fish at the wreck (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

We love the Maldives (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Maldives explorers (2024) by Rosie & Giulia

Maldives SwimTrekkers (2024) by Rosie & Giulia
Sunlight on tropical waters

Yoga in the morning

Your new pool!

Maldives 2023 - jumping in!

Swimmer and shipwreck

Island crossings

Walking on the sandy cays

Clown fish

Swimmers and escort kayak

Swimmers in the tropical waters

Stunning warm waters

Swimmers and turtle

Posing in the coral shallows

Stopping at coral garden

Finding shipwrecks

Swimmer in the Maldives

More shipwrecks and fish

Walking along the sands

Meeting the locals

Our 2023 SwimTrekkers in the Maldives

Floating over the reef

Local reef fish and shipwreck

Turtle!

Maldives group shot!

Exploring the wrecks

Swimming between the islets
Maldives 2017

Tropical swimming

Headed out again!

November SwimTrekkers, 2022

Maldives sunset

The perks of a Liveaboard trip

Coral reef with colourful locals
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