When you visit the Maldives, there are a few activities that make this island escape truly feel like paradise. Lucky for visitors, one of the most iconic Maldivian experiences takes place as soon as you arrive at the Male international airport.

If you have ever looked into a trip to the Maldives, you know that this country is made up of hundreds of small islands- most of which are home to their own, individual resorts. For this reason, travellers have the option to access their resort via speedboat or seaplane.

During our time in the Maldives, we relied on Trans Maldivian Airways to transfer us between islands and to our surprise, these seaplane rides turned out to be some of the highlights of our trip! Keep reading for the full inside scoop on the company’s unique air transfer service and what we loved about it.

ABOUT TRANS MALDIVIAN AIRWAYS

Trans Maldivian Airways is the largest seaplane operator in the world, making them an obvious choice if you’re planning to use a seaplane service in the Maldives. The vast majority of travellers visiting the Maldives opt for the company’s fleet of seaplanes as their primary mode of transportation with a much smaller percentage utilizing Maldivian speedboat services. Seaplane rides with Trans Maldivian are one of the most highly sought after tourist attractions in the area.

WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN FLYING WITH TRANS MALDIVIAN AIRWAYS

Travelling by seaplane is one of the most luxurious things you can do in this tropical region. Your pilot will land right at your hotel jetty, with up to 12 people on board. Flights between resorts range from 15-60 minutes depending on where you are staying in the Maldives, and the plane will land right on the water as you pull up to your destination. If there are other passengers on board who are staying on various islands, the pilot may need to make multiple stops en route (but trust me, this is all part of the experience!).

WHY YOU NEED TO TAKE A SEAPLANE IN THE MALDIVES

Not only are Trans Maldivian seaplanes a practical mode of transportation, but they also offer a once in a lifetime experience where passengers can enjoy breathtaking views of the country’s turquoise sea and signature overwater bungalows. Additionally, travellers can enjoy the convenience of waiting in their hotel lounge as these seaplanes practically land right outside your front door. We visited more than one resort during our trip, which is why it was amazing having a seaplane waiting right outside for us once our bags were packed.

Are you planning a luxurious trip to the Maldives? Make sure you get the most out of your island adventure by flying with Trans Maldivian Airways!

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