Maldives turtle conservation snorkelling cruise
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Description of Maldives turtle conservation snorkelling cruise
This small ship cruise in the Maldives offers a rare chance to combine snorkelling with hands-on turtle conservation. Sailing through the South Male and Vaavu atolls, you’ll explore vibrant reefs while contributing to real scientific research. Designed for ocean lovers, the trip balances adventure, education and relaxation on board a comfortable liveaboard.
Across eight days, your journey includes daily snorkelling sessions, island visits and time to unwind at sea. Guided by a local tour leader and a specialist researcher, you’ll learn about the marine environment both in and out of the water. Days may include gentle reef explorations, presentations on marine life, and opportunities to experience the culture on local islands too.
You’ll learn to identify different species of turtle, understand their habitats and the threats they face, and take part in data collection while snorkelling. These sessions contribute to ongoing research, giving your wildlife encounters a clear purpose while deepening your connection with the marine environment. The trip works closely with a dedicated turtle conservation organisation. Guests are encouraged to take part in activities such as beach cleans and citizen science projects, meaning your visit supports local communities and conservation initiatives in the region.
Combining exploration with purpose, this trip leaving you with a richer understanding of the ocean. Similar cruise trips run with the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme and the Manta Trust – ask us for dates.
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Unlimited drinking water.
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Local experts & local tour leader.
All activities listed and local tax.
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CARBON REDUCTIONWe are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while raising awareness of responsible travel. As a Travelife Partner certified company, we continuously measure and review our impact. We promote low-carbon activities such as public ferries, cycling, and walking tours, and we educate our supply chain through sustainability criteria, partnerships, and training. We are a Carbon Literate company certified by Carbon Literate Trust and our team undergoes climate literacy training, including the Tourism Cares Climate Justice Programme, to embed carbon awareness into our operations and guide practices.
ENVIRONMENT AND WILDLIFE
We actively support the protection and conservation of the Maldives’ delicate marine and island ecosystems. Our marine life education hub, conservation partnerships, and code of conduct for marine wildlife interactions encourage respectful snorkelling and diving. Our tours contribute directly to marine research and coral health through citizen science initiatives, beach clean-ups, and educational collaborations.
We support NGOs like Save the Beach Maldives, Maldives Resilient Reefs, MWSRP, and Olive Ridley Project, focusing on coral rehabilitation and protection of marine life, with donations made on tours where we engage with representatives of the NGO.
Guests receive pre-arrival resources and are guided on responsible snorkeling conduct, local threats, such as the introduction of invasive species (e.g., crown-of-thorns starfish), and how they can help mitigate spread through responsible behavior and awareness.
People
PEOPLEWe exclusively support and promote locally-owned guesthouses, restaurants, and community businesses. Our tours maximize local impact through community experiences, cultural exchange, handicraft visits, and the use of local guides and transport. We ensure our guests contribute directly to the Maldivian economy, with every tour designed to benefit the communities we visit.
EMPLOYMENT, INCLUSIVITY AND DIVERSITY
100% of our team is Maldivian, and we prioritise hiring from local communities, providing training and upskilling opportunities for our team. We comply with and exceed local labour standards, and as a female-led business, we foster a strong inclusivity ethos, promoting equal opportunities regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or background.
Our trips are LGBTQ+ friendly, and we actively create safe, welcoming experiences for all travellers.
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