Come with me to one of my all-time favourite places - the Maldives! 

This small group trip is designed for ocean lovers keen to experience island life beyond the resorts. We will be out on the boat EVERY day on the lookout for dolphins, turtles, nurse sharks and (fingers crossed!) whale sharks. Trent (@trenny_m) will be there to capture all the magic on his billions of different cameras. Spots are limited so pack your bathers and get ready for the trip of a lifetime!

Our adventure begins as we transfer by boat to the beautiful island of Dhigurah. You'll be greeted with a fresh coconut and your first taste of island life. Settle into your accommodation, breathe in that salty air, and get to know the group.

In the evening, we’ll come together for a sunset dolphin cruise before our first family dinner together — the perfect way to kick off a week of ocean magic.

Time to dive in - literally! After breakfast, we’ll head out on our first ocean excursion in search of manta rays and whale sharks. There’s nothing quite like the thrill of spotting these gentle giants up close!

We’ll refuel with lunch at a local Dhigurah café before exploring the island. Spend the afternoon soaking up the sun, then regroup for a dreamy sunset at the islands sandbank.

If you’re an early riser like me, you can join me for a sunrise shoot at my favourite palm tree (hermit crabs included), then return for a slow breakfast. We’ll then head out for a half-day private sandbank adventure - think turquoise water, tropical fruit and plenty of time to float, nap or snap pics.

The afternoon is yours to enjoy. As golden hour rolls in, we’ll meet for a special sunset beach dinner for our last night on Dhigurah.

We’re off to our second home: Felidhoo! After a beach sunrise and some drone magic, we’ll hop on the boat and cruise through the atolls.

On arrival, we’ll settle in with a refreshing welcome drink, meet our new hosts, and take a guided tour of the island with our friends, Gen and Picco. That evening, we’ll head to the harbour to watch the nurse sharks glide through the water at sunset.

Today we’re heading out on our first excursion with Jimmy’s Maldives! Get ready to snorkel a sunken shipwreck, one of the Maldives’ most unique underwater experiences. Swim through coral-covered ruins and keep your eyes peeled for curious turtles.

The rest of the day is yours to explore or unwind. Find a recliner on the bikini beach, grab a smoothie, or wander through the village before dinner back at our accommodation.

Today we set off on a full-day island trip to the remote island of Bodumohora! We’ll snorkel vibrant reefs and enjoy a beautiful Maldivian BBQ lunch by the water. This is the Maldives most people never see - quiet, colourful, and full of surprises.

Come sunset, we’ll return to Felidhoo for another relaxing dinner together at our accommodation.

We’ve saved something special for our final full day - a private nurse shark excursion! We’ll leave super early so we get them all to ourselves before the other tour groups arrive. Swim alongside these gentle giants and soak up every last moment in the water.

After a free afternoon to pack, wander, or sunbathe, we’ll gather for our final group dinner - a chance to reflect on the memories we’ve made and raise a toast to new friendships.

After one last breakfast together, it’s time to say goodbye to our island home and begin the journey back to Malé.

If you’re heading straight to the airport - expect hugs, salty hair, and a phone full of memories. But if you’re not quite ready to leave paradise (we get it!), we’re more than happy to help you plan the next leg of your Maldives adventure.