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MALDIVES AND SRI LANKA INCENTIVE PROGRAMME

Day 01 : Arrive in Male

Arrive Male by an International flight.
You will be met on arrival at male airport with a banner displaying “Welcome (Company’s name) Incentive ”. Assistance at the airport to complete all the pre-registration requirements. Later transfer to the resort by luxury Speed-boat.
On arrival, you will be welcomed at the resort in the traditional way. A Special Welcome Drink (a Fruit Cocktail) will be served while guests are distributed room keys and escorted to their rooms for immediate check-in.
Brunch at the Resort.
The day can be spent relaxing by the beach or enjoy the facilities available at the resort.
While in Male, you can take either of the activities on your own:

a. Scuba diving - There are hundreds of recognised and named dive sites, many of which are accessible from resorts - the rest can be reached by boat on diving safari trips. Aside from multitudinous fish and corals, there's the thrill of diving with turtles, moray eels, manta rays, sharks and whales and exploring some of the Maldives’ accessible wrecks, including the Maldive Victory off Hulule Airport, believed by many enthusiasts to be one of the most exciting wreck dives in the world. You can also just don a mask and flippers and swim a couple of strokes from a beach to enjoy the delights of the Maldives' submarine world.

b. Surfing - Surfing has become more popular in the islands since there are excellent breaks accessible from resorts close to Malé. Surfing safaris to the outer atolls can also be arranged. For the avid watersport enthusiast there are plenty of opportunities to go sailing, parasailing, windsurfing, water-skiing and jet skiing. You may even go for Big game fishing. If you can't get your fill in the daytime, you can also go night fishing on board a dhoni (a traditional boat). If this is not enough, you can even go for banana riding. This involves up to a dozen people climbing onto a giant, inflatable banana which is then dragged around a lagoon by a speedboat.

c. Fishing village Trip - Take a traditional boat (the dhoni), to the neighbouring island of to experience the Maldivian way of life.

d. Seaplane tour – Experience the most spectacular views of the Maldives by taking a 20 minute Seaplane ride with a Maldivian Air Taxi. We will introduce you to Malé, the capital city of this beautiful country, as well as provide you with breathtaking views of coral reefs, islands and surrounding lagoons. If you are lucky you may even see schools of dolphins or manta rays as we fly low over the ocean.

e. Snorkelling Excursion – Cruise by dhoni, a traditional boat to one of the nearby reefs and explore the wonders of the underwater world of the Republic.

f. Spa – Enjoy the luxurious Spa, stet in thatched spa pavilions, open to the ocean breezes, tropical gardens and vistas of endless blue sky and sea. The Spa reflects the rejuvenating traditions of the East and exotic native rituals from India, Thailand and Indonesia. The Spa features innovative Ayurvedic, Thai, Indonesian and Maldivian treatments.

g. Robinson Crusoe Boat Excursion (full day, weather permitting)- This full day excursion by speedboat takes you to the northern end of the atoll. You will spend the day snorkelling and fishing at sea, relaxing on a secluded island and savouring a private barbecue lunch prepared just for you! It’s a great way to discover the Maldives.

Lunch at any of the outlets of your preference.
Dinner at the resort.
Overnight Soneva Gili Resort.

Day 02 : Male

Breakfast at the Resort.
Morning , we will take you on a tour of the capital of Maldives – “Male”. Return to the resort in the afternoon.
Rest of the day at leisure for independent activities to relax at the resort or take part in any of the activities mentioned above.
Lunch at any of the outlets of your preference.
Evening, we will organize a private Candle lit Dinner – This romantic Dinner will be organized on a secluded island specially for this group. You will arrive on the sandbank of this island just in time for a golden sunset. The butler waits to mix a tropical cocktail while you and your beloved watch the sun go down. As night falls, you proceed to a candlelit table, where you are served a succulent barbeque dinner and enjoy a bottle of wine under the stars with only the sounds of ocean lapping nearby.
Return to the resort late in the night.
Overnight Soneva Gili Resort.

Day 03 : Male – Colombo - Male

Morning transfer to the Airport to board the Air Lanka flight to Colombo.
Arrive Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport and breeze through immigration where Visas will be granted on arrival. (As you will have no check-in baggage, the exit will be quick).
Banner at the Airport with “Company’s name“ banner and special garlanding with Orchids and greeted by traditional dancers, drummers and a decorated elephant. Board Deluxe coaches and transfer to the railway station to board the “Viceroy Special” train journey to Colombo. This vintage steam locomotive with maximum seating capacity for 64 passengers (with Air-conditioned Saloons and toilets) is an experience reminiscing the yesteryears.
Cold Towels for freshening-up will be handed over once aboard the Coach. Guest will be given an Information Pack with 4 stamped Picture Post Cards and a Map of Sri Lanka.
Lunch will be served on en route on board the train. Arrive Colombo station and proceed on a fascinating combination Bus and Trishaw ride through the old city, which will be an exhilarating experience.
The Sea Port Capital is a town totally fascinating in its variety. Old Dutch Churches and other evidence of the colonial past, ornate Hindu and Buddhist Temples with murals and statues give a glimpse of history and architecture. Drive past the Fort - the heart of the city of Colombo and also the Pettah – the busy Bazar area and the local vegetable Market. This tour will also include a shopping opportunity for Sri Lankan handicrafts and its world famous Gems. (time permitting)
The ride will end at the temple where you will be greeted with flowers and to the beat of the "Magul Bera" (drumming), an age-old custom in welcoming special VIP guests while beautiful Sarasawi Dancers will be performed. A special “Perahera” (Elephant festival) will be organized specially for the group.
Later proceed for the Airport.
Arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport in time to board your return flight to Male.
Arrive Male International airport. Reception on arrival and travel by speed boat to the Soneva Gilli resort and proceed directly to Dinner.
Overnight at Soneva Gili Resort.

Day 04 : Male

Breakfast at the Resort.
Day at leisure for independent activities to relax at the resort or take part in any of the activities mentioned above.
Lunch at any of the outlets of your preference.
Evening: As this is your last night in this Island country, we will organize a special Maldivian Dinner on the beach. This farewell Dinner will be an elaborate affair as you will savour the finest Maldivian Cuisine. Bonfires and torches will light up the surroundings and lend an air of mysticism to the Maldivian night.
Relax on the sandbanks and dine under the starlit sky, be awed by the dare devil fire-eaters. The Dinner will be accompanied by the local Maldivian band performing the the local Boduberu (Maldivian music ) and also International chartbusting numbers throughout the night.
Overnight at Soneva Gili Resort.

Day 04 : Depart Male

Breakfast at Resort.
Later, transfer to the Male Airport to connect the flight for your onward destination.

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