What do I need to bring?

If your trip requires a domestic flight in the Maldives, please note that the current baggage allowance is 25 kg (55 pounds) per passenger. The excess charge is is 60 MVR + 16% GST between Male and Gan; and 48 MVR + 16% GST between Male and Koodoo. Those prices are subject to change.

Packing for a liveaboard trip is much easier than packing for a land-based vacation. Dress aboard the vessel is very casual. The climate doesn’t require much more than shorts, T-shirts, and swimsuits. Please bring at least one set of more modest clothing if visiting the town or villages. In town, local custom dictates that the body be covered from at least the shoulders to the knees, with short sleeves being preferable to sleeveless tops.

Soft luggage is recommended as it takes up very little space when empty. Reef-safe sunscreen, sunglasses, and a visor or hat are strongly recommended. In case of rough weather or if you have a tendency toward seasickness, come prepared with motion-sickness medications or Transderm patches from your doctor. Feel free to bring your favorite CDs and DVDs.

All linens (including sheets, comforters, bath towels, hand towels and dive towels) are provided on board. Soaps and shampoo are provided.

If possible, pack your regulator, dive computer, mask, certification and dive insurance cards, swimsuit, change of clothes and necessary medications and toiletries in your carry-on bag. Having these items will make an unexpected luggage delay far more bearable.

There is a long list of items that are prohibited in the Maldives. This includes, but is not limited to firearms, narcotics, alcohol (including for personal consumption), pornography, pork products and religious idols (except for personal use). Bags are routinely searched by customs agents upon arrival.