Luxury Family Vacations in the Maldives

The Maldives is where luxury and adventure meet in perfect harmony, creating a family escape unlike any other. Think sparkling turquoise waters, soft white sands and premier resorts that seamlessly combine indulgence with family-forward experiences. For families who seek more than just relaxation, the Maldives offers endless opportunities for discovery, connection and joy.

Best Things to Do as a Family in the Maldives

From lounging in your private villa to enriching kids clubs, like our Explorers club at Niyama, there are several activities to do as a family in the Maldives to make it as thrilling or as relaxed as your family desires.

Whether it’s snorkelling over coral reefs or sharing a meal beneath the stars, find the ultimate blend of adventure, serenity and quality time together.

Marine experiences

Few destinations rival the Maldives when it comes to underwater encounters. Families can snorkel among kaleidoscopic coral gardens, swim alongside gentle turtles, or take part in introductory bubble maker scuba sessions designed especially for children. Marine biologists often lead snorkel safaris and conservation projects, making every encounter both exciting and educational. Discover the “Big Five” of the Maldives with a sunset dolphin cruise or snorkel with manta rays, whale sharks, sea turtles and sharks.

Land & Conservation experiences

The Maldives offers far more than life on the water. On land, families can explore islands by bicycle, discovering palm-fringed trails and hidden coves, or take part in junior cooking classes to learn the secrets of Maldivian flavors. Picnics on uninhabited islands, stargazing under crystal-clear skies, and outdoor cinema nights bring wonder back onto dry land.

Equally enriching are the conservation initiatives that bring families closer to the natural world. Children can work alongside marine biologists to plant coral fragments or learn about turtle rehabilitation, while guided eco-walks reveal the delicate balance of island ecosystems. These hands-on activities not only inspire a love of nature but also give families the chance to contribute to the preservation of this fragile paradise.

Active Adventure

An open invitation to adventure, find exhilarating experiences in the Maldives. Out on the water, you can paddleboard across glassy lagoons, kayak to hidden sandbanks, or try your hand at surfing. Older children and teens will love the thrill of water-skiing or jet-skiing, while sailing lessons offer a chance to master the waves together as a family.

Back on land, some resorts add a surprising twist to island life with treetop ziplining, giving children and parents the chance to glide through the jungle canopy. Cycling along palm-fringed paths, sunrise yoga on the beach, and tennis, padel or football matches under the Maldivian sun add even more active moments for families who love to keep moving.

Multi-destination family itineraries

Being incredibly well-connected through the skies, multi-destination itineraries are a great way to experience the Maldives for families who want more variety on their holiday.

We love the Maldives paired with Sri Lanka, offering wildlife safaris, cultural exploration, and tea plantations, before finishing off with a week of high-octane water sports and exploring the natural landscapes of the atolls. For families keen on city exploration, Dubai and Singapore both make excellent stopovers, offering world-class attractions, theme parks and interactive experiences.

You can even double up on Explorers kids club fun with a paired stop at our club at the Saadiyat Rotana in Abu Dhabi.