Package overview
The thinking behind this journey.
A closer look at this 6-night journey through Maldives— who it's built for, what you'll experience, and why the pace works.
Journey notes
Why this route works
Why does this itinerary fit travellers from Bangalore?
This Bangalore to Maldives family package suits Indian families because the route from Bangalore to Malé operates with one-stop connections, total travel time stays under 6 hours, and the visa-on-arrival policy removes pre-departure paperwork for all family members including children.
Velana International Airport, the Maldives' main international airport, is located on Hulhulé Island adjacent to Malé. Families transfer from the airport to the resort island by speedboat or domestic flight, depending on the resort's location. Family resorts in the Maldives typically offer shallow lagoons and beach areas that are safe for children.
The 6-night duration gives families enough time to settle into the resort, complete two or three excursions, and have two full free days. This pace avoids the rushed feel of a 4-night trip while staying within a standard school holiday window.
What experiences does this package include?
This 6-night Maldives family package from Bangalore includes accommodation in a family villa or two interconnected rooms, daily breakfast, a dolphin cruise, a snorkelling trip, a sandbank visit, a glass-bottom boat ride, and return speedboat transfers for all family members.
- 6 nights in a family villa or two interconnected beach rooms at a 4-star family resort
- Daily breakfast for all family members at the resort restaurant
- Dolphin cruise by dhoni boat, typically 60 to 90 minutes in the morning
- Guided snorkelling trip at a nearby reef with equipment provided for adults and older children
- Sandbank excursion by speedboat with swimming and photography time
- Glass-bottom boat ride over the house reef, suitable for children who do not snorkel
- Return speedboat transfers between Malé airport and the resort for all travellers
Who is this package best suited for?
This package is best suited for families of three to five members, including children aged 4 and above, departing from Bangalore. The itinerary balances structured excursions with free resort time, so parents and children both have activities suited to their pace.
Families with toddlers under 4 should confirm the resort's minimum age policy for speedboat transfers before booking. Most family resorts in the Maldives have a kids' club for children aged 4 to 12, which operates during the day and allows parents some independent time.
How do the days unfold on this trip?
The 7-day itinerary starts with a Bangalore departure on Day 1 and ends with a return flight on Day 7. Days 2 through 6 include one excursion per day on three days, with two full free days at the resort for family leisure.
Day 1 — Bangalore to Malé to Resort: Velana International Airport is the entry point for all Maldives-bound travellers from India. The family boards a speedboat transfer from the airport jetty to the resort island after immigration and baggage collection.
Day 2 — Dolphin Cruise: A dolphin cruise is a morning boat excursion on the Indian Ocean where spinner dolphins are commonly spotted near the surface. The dhoni departs the resort at 6:30 AM and returns by 8:30 AM, before breakfast.
Day 3 — Glass-Bottom Boat Ride: A glass-bottom boat is a shallow-hulled vessel with a transparent floor panel that allows passengers to view the reef below without entering the water. This activity suits children who are not yet comfortable snorkelling.
Day 4 — Snorkelling Trip: The guided snorkelling trip visits a reef site near the resort, with equipment provided for adults and older children. Children under 8 can use a life jacket and float above the reef with a parent.
Day 5 — Sandbank Excursion: The sandbank is a shallow, above-water sand formation in the Indian Ocean lagoon, reachable by speedboat in 15 to 30 minutes. Families spend 90 minutes on the sandbank for swimming and photos.
Day 6 — Free Day at Resort: Day 6 is unscheduled, giving the family time to use the resort pool, kids' club, and beach. Optional paid activities include banana boat rides and paddleboarding for older children.
Day 7 — Resort to Malé to Bangalore: The return speedboat transfer departs the resort in the morning, connecting to the Bangalore-bound flight from Malé. The family arrives back in Bangalore the same evening.
What should you know before booking?
All Indian family members, including children, receive a Maldives visa on arrival free of charge. Each child must carry a valid Indian passport. Minors travelling with one parent should carry a notarised consent letter from the absent parent.
Family villas and interconnected rooms in the Maldives are priced higher than standard rooms. The ₹95,000 starting price for this package covers two adults and one child. Additional child pricing applies for families with two or more children and is confirmed at the time of booking with Tripstor.
Speedboat transfers in the Maldives are weather-dependent. In rare cases of rough seas, the resort may substitute a seaplane or domestic flight transfer at an additional cost. Tripstor advises families to carry travel insurance that covers transfer delays.
