ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURES: EXPLORE HIDDEN MALDIVIAN ISLES WITH INTERCONTINENTAL MALDIVES
Published on: 15 Dec 2025
What if your Maldives escape allowed you to sail across turquoise lagoons, discover untouched shores, and connect with island life in a way most travellers never experience? At InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort, our island hopping tours Maldives guests adore are designed to reveal the archipelago’s best kept secrets. Each trip blends discovery, culture, and luxury, turning simple excursions into extraordinary memories.
You may wonder, “What makes island hopping here so special?” The answer is simple. The Maldives offers crystalline waters, remote beaches, vibrant culture and world class comfort, all waiting to be explored through private island excursions, scenic boat journeys Maldives and curated day trips from InterContinental Maldives.
Your Island Hopping Journey Begins
Step onto your boat as it glides over a blue lagoon. From the first moment, the ocean feels like a pathway to discovery. These journeys are perfect for guests seeking family island hopping, romantic escapes or luxury ocean adventures across the surrounding atolls.
Your route includes three nearby local islands: Meedhoo Island, Kendhoo Island in Raa Atoll and Eydhafushi in Baa Atoll. Together, they create an unforgettable trio of local island experiences that reveal the culture, warmth and natural beauty of Maldivian life.
Meedhoo Island: A Calm Escape into Authentic Island Living
Meedhoo is one of the hidden islands in Maldives that holds onto its traditional charm. Quiet beaches, friendly locals and scenic village paths make this island ideal for travellers who want a peaceful introduction to local island experiences.
Wander through small cafés, explore local craft shops or simply enjoy the relaxing pace of island life. As part of our untouched Maldivian islands tours, Meedhoo offers a gentle and authentic snapshot of daily living in the Maldives.
Kendhoo Island: History, Culture and Timeless Traditions
Kendhoo is a culturally rich island filled with stories, legends and heritage. It is a highlight for guests who want deeper cultural immersion during their island hopping tours Maldives adventures. Kendhoo holds an important place in local folklore, and its friendly community is always eager to share its traditions.
This stop is included in our local island experiences and untouched Maldivian islands tours, perfect for travellers intrigued by history and culture just as much as natural beauty.
Eydhafushi Island: A Vibrant Glimpse of Local Life
As the capital of Baa Atoll, Eydhafushi adds colour and energy to your itinerary. Markets, lively shops and everyday island rhythms reveal the more dynamic side of Maldivian life. Guests often enjoy strolling through the town centre, meeting local artisans or sampling Maldivian snacks.
Eydhafushi is an excellent complement to the quieter neighbouring islands and forms an essential part of your family island hopping or cultural day trips from InterContinental Maldives.
Discover Underwater Wonders Along the Way
Island hopping naturally leads you to some of the best Maldives snorkelling islands. Each stop offers unique marine life, coral gardens and reef formations. From drifting alongside turtles to swimming through schools of colourful fish, every moment in the water feels magical.
Our marine adventure activities include guided snorkelling safaris, deeper reef explorations and Maldives crystal lagoon exploration sessions where the clarity of the water is so perfect that it feels unreal.
Private Island Escapes and Hidden Shores
For guests searching for tranquillity, our private island excursions provide pure seclusion. Swim in lagoons where it is just you and the sea, enjoy a private picnic on a soft white sandbank or relax on beaches untouched by development. It is luxury ocean adventures at their finest.
These exclusive experiences are perfect additions to your island hopping tours Maldives itinerary, especially for couples seeking privacy or families wanting quiet moments away from the world.
Your Island Hopping Story Awaits
Every island hopping tours Maldives becomes a personalised journey, shaped by your pace and your interests. Some guests focus on culture, others on nature, and many simply enjoy the blend of both. Whether you choose scenic boat journeys Maldives for relaxing exploration or a full day of marine adventure activities, each moment creates memories that last long after the trip ends.
Meedhoo, Kendhoo and Eydhafushi each offer something uniquely memorable. Together, they introduce you to the spirit and soul of the Maldives in a way that few other experiences can match.
Step aboard, explore freely and let the islands unveil their stories.
Your next adventure begins the moment you set sail from InterContinental Maldives.