Samura Maldives Guest House Thulusdhoo

Once you arrive at Velana International Airport in Maldives, there are many facilities that will help ease your transition and make you feel comfortable. Some of these facilities include ATMs where tourists can withdraw money, a pharmacy in case you need any medication, and telecom shops selling SIM cards. There are clean and neat toilets available inside the airport. There are also shops where you can buy snacks and other things for your trip as you prepare to depart from the airport. If you want to store your luggage somewhere, there are baggage storage facilities available. There is also an information desk where one can ask questions regarding their travel.

In order to reach Thulusdhoo from Male, one has to take public ferry because it is considered to be the cheapest method of transport between these two places. The ferries operate in Male and they begin their trips at the jetty located near the Brown restaurant. The ferry trip usually takes from 90 minutes to 150 minutes depending on weather conditions and route. In comparison to the journey using speedboats, this option is not so quick; however, it provides a great opportunity to enjoy a picturesque view during the trip. You will have the chance to admire several surrounding islands, blue lagoons, and vast expanses of open ocean water. The ticket price for public ferry that travels between Male and Thulusdhoo Island is rather inexpensive as it amounts to $3 per person. Despite its low price, it can still ensure you with comfort in your journey since it provides passengers with cushioned seating options. What's more, there is an open deck where passengers can walk around and enjoy cool sea air.As for the additional payment for big bulky luggage, it will not cost much money to transport it from one place to another. 

Scuba diving in maldives is a growing attraction for tourists who come to visit the islands. The company Feenaa Diving gives the opportunity to start scuba diving under the guidance of skilled and amiable instructors, with great opportunities to explore the most picturesque dive spots in the area. Scuba diving spots such as Aquarium and Colosseum give good opportunities to meet marine wildlife and to enjoy meeting hawksbill turtles, reef sharks, moray eels, various reef fish species, and possibly, manta rays or even bigger sharks. There is a house reef maldives which is located quite close to the beach and can be reached by crossing the lagoon. The best dive site of the year, it is home to various species of marine wildlife, like moray eels, and sometimes serves as the route through which big fish travel the area. In Thulusdhoo, scuba diving is probably less common than other water activities.

For certified divers there is a possibility to take part in a number of dive trips organized by SSI/PADI dive centers offering various dives, starting with relaxed reef dives among coral walls and ending with diving in strong currents with the aim to discover big pelagic species. In addition to scuba diving, snorkeling in Maldives is also a memorable activity. There are more than 700 different kinds of fish and 70 species of coral around Thulusdhoo creating a unique reef environment. Thus, visiting this place during snorkeling is an opportunity for everyone to get acquainted with a variety of underwater creatures.

For the most successful and exciting snorkeling experience, the choice of appropriate locations is required. For that matter, one should prefer those places near the edge of reefs. It is worth considering the Thingiri Point house reef as the best snorkeling location since there are shallow coral gardens, small caves, and calm currents at the reef's edge please pay attention to the safety measures. The further we descend into the water, the more diverse the range of corals and other living beings becomes. One can observe a great variety of fish, from the small and colorful inhabitants of coral beds to the large predators of reef ecosystems. This is an excellent opportunity to get familiar with different kinds of underwater creatures and their unique habitat.

Things to Do and Experience in Thulusdhoo Island

There is an unexpected variety of attractions and activities offered on Thulusdhoo, and not all of them are connected with relaxing on the beaches of the resort. Guesthouses provide a lot of organized excursions, presenting different aspects of local Maldivian culture. Among them one can find tours to local industries: fish processing, sea cucumber processing, boat building, and even Coca-Cola bottling plant, which is a unique facility of Maldives. These tours give tourists a better understanding of how local economy functions and what everyday life of residents looks like. It is also possible to visit the local school and learn something about education and history of Thulusdhoo. During walks around the island one can find peaceful beaches, watch beautiful sunsets, talk to hospitable locals, and make new acquaintances among other tourists. Small markets are located at different places on the island and allow guests to buy snacks, beverages, sunscreen, and bathing suits. In souvenir shops one can purchase handmade items produced by local artisans, ideal for souvenirs. Most guesthouses have special gift corners for their customers.

Despite its tiny size, there is a lot to do and see on the island of Thulusdhoo. Many guesthouses provide excursions that introduce tourists to both the old and new aspects of Maldivian culture through the unusual scenery of Thulusdhoo Island. Tourists get a glimpse of various industries of the island, such as fish drying and processing factories, small shipyards, sea cucumber processing plants, and the country's only Coca-Cola bottling plant. In addition, a visit to the island's school provides information about local education and history. A stroll around the island allows one to discover quiet beaches, admire magnificent sunsets, communicate with the hospitable local population, and other people visiting the island.

Small business centers on the island sell snacks and drinks, sunscreen, and swimwear for the reasonable price. The souvenir shops will offer tourists the unique opportunity to purchase handcrafted souvenirs made by local artists. Each guesthouse also has a gift corner for guests. Excursions to nearby islands can be arranged for those tourists who enjoy the luxury style of holidaying; it would concern the islands of Club Med Kanifinolhu and Dhonveli. The price of these trips will range around $120 – $130 per person. It will depend on the variety of services provided during the trip water transport, accommodation and meals in resorts, entertaining, drinking, beach service including sun loungers, umbrellas and other amenities.