• Site Home
  • Blog Home
  • India
    • Himachal Pradesh
    • Jammu and Kashmir
    • Uttarakhand
    • North East India
    • Goa
    • Rajasthan
    • View All
  • International
    • Mauritius
    • Dubai
    • Thailand
    • Malaysia
    • Singapore
    • Indonesia
    • View All
  • Themes
    • Honeymoon
    • Hill Stations
    • Wildlife
    • Beaches
    • Pilgrimage
    • Heritage
    • Yoga & Ayurveda
    • Offbeat
  • Season
    • Summers
    • Monsoon
    • Winters
  • Travel News
  • Travel by Month
    • April
    • May
    • June
    • November
    • December
    • View All
India Travel Blog
  • Site Home
  • Blog Home
  • India
    • Himachal Pradesh
    • Jammu and Kashmir
    • Uttarakhand
    • North East India
    • Goa
    • Rajasthan
    • View All
  • International
    • Mauritius
    • Dubai
    • Thailand
    • Malaysia
    • Singapore
    • Indonesia
    • View All
  • Themes
    • Honeymoon
    • Hill Stations
    • Wildlife
    • Beaches
    • Pilgrimage
    • Heritage
    • Yoga & Ayurveda
    • Offbeat
  • Season
    • Summers
    • Monsoon
    • Winters
  • Travel News
  • Travel by Month
    • April
    • May
    • June
    • November
    • December
    • View All
Maldives
Last Updated Nov 24, 2022 Nikhil Chandra

Planning Maldives Trip from India: Post Covid-19 Guidelines & Travel Tips

A picture-perfect archipelago located in the Indian Ocean, Maldives offers consummate luxury, ultimate romance, spotless white sandy beaches, and an experience of a lifetime. No wonder, travel to Maldives finds a spot right at the top of any discerning traveler’s bucket list.

Planning Maldives Trip from India: Post Covid-19 Guidelines & Travel Tips

Of late Maldives has become one of the favored travel destinations for couples and families from India. The reason why Maldives is one of the most popular beach destinations for holidays from India is its geographical proximity as well as the array of travel experiences that this gorgeous chain of islands has to offer.

A list of the things to do in Maldives includes:

  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Dolphin Watching
  • Island Hopping
  • Surfing
  • Parasailing
  • Spa & Relaxation
  • Submarine Tours
  • Private Fishing

And of course, do nothing more than basking in the sun!

Magical Maldives TourMagical Maldives Tour
4 Nights / 5 days
Sri Lanka and Maldives TourSri Lanka and Maldives Tour
6 Nights / 7 days
 Best Maldives Honeymoon Package Best Maldives Honeymoon Package
4 Nights / 5 days
Stunning Maldives TourStunning Maldives Tour
3 Nights / 4 days

Also Read:

  • Planning Honeymoon in Maldives from India
  • Adventure Holidays in Maldives from India

However, in light of the recent pandemic, a few things have changed when it comes to guidelines related to tourism activities in Maldives.

Before you plan to travel to Maldives, there are a few guidelines that you are required to follow to ensure post-Covid-19 safe travel. Some of the measures announced by the Ministry of Tourism, Republic of Maldives are:

  • All visitors are required to produce a negative Covid-19 certificate upon arrival at Velana International Airport.
  • The certificates also have to be submitted via the immigration portal ‘Imuga’.
  • The Covid-19 negative PCR test has to be conducted within 72 hours of to arrival in Maldives
  • Visitors displaying COVID-19 symptoms on arrival will mandatorily have to undergo a PCR test.
  • If one member of a group traveling together displays symptoms, all members of the group shall be tested. Either the visitor or the tourist facility will have to bear all the costs.
  • All resorts and tourist establishments have been regulated to ensure that they are in line with the Covid-19 safe travel guidelines.

Also Read the interesting facts about Maldives

How to Reach Maldives from India

The Maldives and India have entered into the air bubble arrangement. It’s a temporary arrangement aimed at promoting tourism as Maldives receives a significant number of inbound tourists each year from India.

  • As per the arrangement, the direct flights to Maldives from India will operate from Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi (both located in Kerala).
  • From Kochi, the flight to Male will take off twice every week; Thursdays and Sundays
  • It will depart at 12:10 from Kochi and arrive at Male at 13:10. Then, on its return journey, the flight will take off from Male at 14:10, and land at Kochi at 16:10.
  • A total of 3 direct flights are currently agreed upon as per the air bubble arrangement.

Best time to visit Maldives from India

The equatorial location of the Maldives means it is mostly warm or even hot for the most part of the year. During Monsoon, Maldives receives heavy rain and the oceans are rough. Post-monsoon, from November onwards the weather is mildly warm and dry making it a good time to visit this island nation.

Planning Maldives Trip from India: Post Covid-19 Guidelines & Travel Tips

From November till April is the best time to visit Maldives. With wedding seasons and family holidays falling during this period along with the observation of some of the major Hindu festivals, no wonder this period is the best time to visit Maldives from India.

And with flights taking as less as just 2-3 hours to reach Male, Maldives is an ideal long weekend beach, romance, family, and honeymoon destinations from India.

Explore Maldives Tour Packages

And it is said that every picture is worth a thousand words. So we leave you with a few more to give you peek into the varied travel experiences in Maldives that you can enjoy.

Maldives beach Planning Maldives Trip from India: Post Covid-19 Guidelines & Travel Tips

Here’s a handy link to the approved opening dates of resorts, hotels, vessels, and transit facilities as provided by the Ministry of Tourism Republic of Maldives:

Check out our collection of Maldives Packages from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, and Pune

Post navigation

Darjeeling, Kalimpong & Sikkim Reopens for Tourism – Covid-19 Safe Travel
Best Places to Visit in Mathura in 2023 That Must Be on your Bucket List

Related Posts

  • Maalhos Island Maldives

    Ditch The “Touristy” Maldives To Stay With Locals At Maalhos Island. Here’s Why.

    Manmeet Kaur May 05, 2023
  • Mudhdhoo Beach

    8 Best Maldives Beaches That Define Vacation Goals!

    Manmeet Kaur December 24, 2022
  • honeymoon-in-maldives-island

    Charming Islands in Maldives for Honeymoon to Form a Stronger Love Bond

    Lokesh January 11, 2022

Leave a Comment

Cancel reply

sixteen − two =

SEARCH

  • Best Places to Visit in Summer in India 2023
  • Himachal Pradesh Tour Packages
  • Uttarakhand Tour Packages
  • Ladakh Tour Packages
  • Popular Ooty Holiday Packages
  • North East India Tourism
  • Char Dham Yatra 2023

Holiday Your Way with Indian Holiday!
processing
  • Adults
    ( Ages 13 above )
  • Children
    ( Ages 2–12 )

Query Form

Recent Posts

  • Facts about Paris
    Interesting Facts About Paris That Will Leave Your Eyes Wide Open July 4, 2023
  • Exciting Adventure Activities In Switzerland For The Thrill Seekers
    Exciting Adventure Activities In Switzerland For The Thrill Seekers July 3, 2023
  • Top 10 Most Beautiful Swiss Villages That Looks Like A Different Planet
    Top 10 Most Beautiful Swiss Villages That Looks Like A Different Planet June 29, 2023
  • Beyond Taj: Offbeat Things To Do In Agra To Truly Enjoy Your Visit
    Beyond Taj: Offbeat Things To Do In Agra To Truly Enjoy Your Visit June 28, 2023
Copyrights © Indian Holiday Pvt. Ltd.
Holiday Your Way with Indian Holiday!
* required field
  • Adults
    Ages 13 or above
  • Children
    Ages 2–12
Close