Tailor-made Vacation · The Maldives
Authentically Maldivian: Milaidhoo & Nautilus
Tailor-made, always
Every trip built from scratch around your dates, pace and preferences.
Your own specialist
One named person and a 24-hour number while you travel.
Hundreds of five-star reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot across ten years of LGBTQ+ luxury travel.
At a glance
The Maldives boasts some of the world's most breathtaking island resorts, and it can be challenging to decide which one is right for you. Our experts have handpicked two island resorts that they feel provide an authentic, luxury Maldivian experience - Milaidhoo and Nautilus.
For an authentic Maldivian experience, consider the resorts of Milaidhoo and Nautilus. Both offer the overwater bungalows that the Maldives are known for, allowing you to wake up each morning and immediately envelop yourself in the crystal-clear waters of the South Pacific ocean.
Read more
Milaidhoo is a boutique Maldivian-owned resort featuring locally-inspired architecture and genuine Maldivian cuisine at its restaurant Ba'theli. Its intimate setting and personalized service provide a true taste of Maldivian culture and hospitality.
Nearby, Nautilus comprises only 26 exclusive villas and provides its lucky guests with the ultimate private escape, with dedicated butlers and customized dining. Savor gourmet meals prepared for you by expert chefs.
Milaidhoo and Nautilus offer luxury in the heart of Maldivian culture, from authentic design touches to indulgent culinary experiences showcasing local flavors. Here, relax into island time and connect deeply with the beauty of the Maldives, surrounded by glittering Indian Ocean vistas.
These two intimate sanctuaries provide the perfect blend of luxury and cultural immersion in this island paradise. Both resorts exude Maldivian charm through details like traditional Bodu Beru drumming at sunset.
Our experts recommend seeing more than one resort during your stay in the Maldives, as they all have something unique and special to offer their guests. Seaplane transfers make reaching these tranquil island havens effortless and speedboat trips between the two are easily arranged for you by our team.
Day by day
This is a sample plan, not a fixed departure. Days can be added, removed or reordered, and almost every client changes something. Prices are an entry-level guide; your quote will be exact.
Milaidhoo Island
Milaidhoo Island is one of the few Maldivian-owned luxury resorts. It provides a more authentic taste of Maldivian culture. It also boasts the only Maldivian restaurant in the Maldives, making it a truly unique stay. A welcome team will meet you at Male Airport and prepare your seamless transition by seaplane to the resort.
The island is amongst the smallest in The Maldives, and so you will experience a truly remote tropical paradise. The hotel was also designed by a local architect, giving the resort a wholly authentic feel. Although the island is small, Beach Pool Villas provide you with your own exclusive swathe of beach. The thatched roof villas are all impeccably designed.
The Nautilus Maldives
Nautilus is a classic luxury resort in the Maldives. It is just 30 minutes by seaplane from the airport. This is an intimate resort with just 26 “houses”. Nautilus has beachside villas and also overwater villas on stilts in the lagoon. They all have private pools and direct lagoon access.
All of the villas are oversized. The overwater villas have the added touch of glass floored living rooms, giving you sweeping views of the lagoon. It is located on Thiladhoo island in the Baa Atoll – you can easily access the dive sites nearby. Nautilus is a very personalized and classically Maldivian resort.
Our Experts
The Maldives is a stand-out when it comes to luxury travel and our most popular destination. We are also proud to be able to work with properties that are welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community.
Staying in an over-water bungalow is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I'd recommend to any traveller. It's amazing to swim in some of the world's most impressive coral reefs and the sunset's divine.
Stellar service. Stellar products. Stellar people and it gets so much better when you pick up the phone and call.
Anthony S.
Super client centred service. From first contact I have had warm, efficient, friendly and flexible service.
John
I’m confident in giving Out Of Office a 5-star review! They are one of the leaders in this space without a doubt.
Tiberiu
Similar tours
Maldives Gay Honeymoon: A Luxury Private Island Escape
Tailor-made VacationThe Maldives is one of the most sought-after honeymoon destinations in the world. Crystal clear waters, white sand beaches and complete privacy set the tone from the moment you arrive. Each island is home to a single resort, meaning your experience is defined entirely by where you stay. From overwater villas to secluded beachfront retreats, every detail is designed around space, service and discretion.
8 days tailor-made from $8,610 per person View trip
Sri Lanka & Maldives Wellness Journey
Tailor-made VacationEmbark on a wellness journey that combines Sri Lanka's cultural beauty with the tranquil luxury of the Maldives. This luxury wellness itinerary allows you to rejuvenate mind, body and soul, all whilst discovering two of the world's most tranquil destinations. Start amidst Sri Lanka's lush hills at Santani Wellness Kandy, where tailored programs rejuvenate mind, body, and soul.
17 days tailor-made from $12,545 per person View trip
Luxury Family Maldives Getaway
Tailor-made VacationEmbark on an enchanting journey to the Maldives with your family on this meticulously designed 10-day itinerary. We've curated a symphony of exclusive experiences, tailor-made to cater to both the young and the young at heart. Your journey begins at Soneva Fushi, an island where luxury meets adventure.
9 days tailor-made from $10,930 per person View trip
Authentically Maldivian: Milaidhoo & Nautilus
Tell us how you like to travel. We will shape the trip around it.
Frequently asked questions
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specializing in tailor-made vacations and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury vacations, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalized experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with traveling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveler, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalized service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ vacations?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalized itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travelers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
We plant trees for every booking
For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
Start Planning Your Trip
Tell us where you would love to go, when you are thinking of traveling and what kind of trip you have in mind. One of our LGBTQ+ travel specialists will create a tailor-made itinerary designed around your destination, style and preferences.
One named specialist, first inquiry to homecoming. No call center, and nothing is charged until you decide to book.