How much does it cost to travel to the Maldives: the latest cost analysis and hot trends in 2023
The Maldives has always been a dream vacation destination for tourists around the world, but travel costs vary greatly depending on the season, hotel class and itinerary. The following is a collection of topics related to Maldives travel costs that have been hotly discussed on the Internet in the past 10 days, combined with the latest data to provide you with a structured reference.
1. The core cost structure of Maldives tourism

| Project | Economic type (per capita) | Deluxe type (per capita) | Top luxury type (per capita) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air tickets (round trip) | ¥5,000-8,000 | ¥8,000-12,000 | ¥15,000+ |
| Accommodation (4 nights) | ¥6,000-12,000 | ¥20,000-40,000 | ¥60,000+ |
| Transportation to the island | ¥1,000-2,000 | ¥3,000-5,000 | ¥8,000+ (private water flight) |
| Catering consumption | ¥1,500-3,000 | ¥5,000-8,000 | ¥15,000+ |
| Activities | ¥1,000-2,000 | ¥3,000-6,000 | ¥10,000+ |
| total budget | ¥14,500-27,000 | ¥39,000-71,000 | ¥108,000+ |
2. Recent price fluctuations in popular islands (data from September 2023)
| island name | Low season price/night | Peak season price/night | heat index |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuramati Island | ¥2,800-3,500 | ¥4,200-5,600 | ★★★★☆ |
| Aojing Island | ¥3,200-4,000 | ¥4,800-6,400 | ★★★★★ |
| Soneva Jani | ¥18,000-25,000 | ¥30,000-45,000 | ★★★★☆ |
| Jiaoli Island | ¥9,000-12,000 | ¥15,000-22,000 | ★★★☆☆ |
3. Money-saving tips and latest trends
1.Off-peak travel discounts: From September to October, there is a price depression at the end of the rainy season. Some hotels have launched a "stay 4, pay 3" discount, which can save up to 30%.
2.New Island Promotion: For example, Patina Maldives, which will be newly opened in 2023, will enjoy free seaplane transfer when booking 90 days in advance.
3.Package combination: The recently popular one-price all-inclusive package (including three meals + basic activities) saves ¥800-1,200/person on average daily compared to single bookings.
4.Exclusive benefits for Chinese tourists: Including Alipay payment discounts, free upgrades to Chinese butler services, etc., this information has recently seen a 32% increase in discussion on platforms such as Xiaohongshu.
4. Precautions
• Environmental protection tax adjustment: A new green tax of $6/night/person will be added from January 2023, which needs to be included in the budget
• Payment method: Visa/Mastercard fees are generally 1.5% higher than UnionPay. The recent Weibo topic #Maldives Payment Guide# has been read more than 8 million times
• Insurance suggestion: The average daily cost of travel insurance that includes water activity protection is about ¥80-120. Recently, it has become a hot topic due to the frequent occurrence of diving accidents.
5. Cost reference for internet celebrity gameplay
| Experience project | average price | heat change |
|---|---|---|
| Dining at an underwater restaurant | ¥2,500-4,000/person | +18% month-on-month |
| Private Yacht Sunset Cruise | ¥6,000-8,000/group | Douyin-related video views exceed 100 million |
| Whale Shark Snorkeling Day Trip | ¥1,200-1,800/person | Xiaohongshu’s grass-growing notes grew by 40% |
To sum up, the Maldives tourism prices range widely, and it is recommended to plan 3-6 months in advance based on the latest market conditions. Recent data shows that choosing the combination of 4-star islands + booking air tickets in advance can control the total budget within ¥20,000 per person, which is highly cost-effective. At the same time, pay attention to the last order discounts of live broadcasts on various platforms. Recently, there have been many popular packages starting at ¥9999/person.
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