{"excursions":[{"id":233,"title":"Sandbank Trip","link":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/excursions\/sandbank-trip\/","image":{"src":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-sandbank-aerial.jpg","srcWebp":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-sandbank-aerial.jpg.webp","srcset":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-sandbank-aerial-600x466.jpg","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-sandbank-aerial.jpg"},"srcsetWebp":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-sandbank-aerial-600x466.jpg.webp","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-sandbank-aerial.jpg.webp"},"width":1600,"height":1243},"excerpt":"A half-day boat trip to a white sandbank near Vashafaru \u2014 swim, snorkel and relax on the sand.","content":"A half-day boat trip to a white sandbank near Vashafaru. Swim in the clear water, snorkel or simply relax on the sand, and ask us about adding a picnic.","meta":{"excursion_description":"A half-day boat trip to a white sandbank near Vashafaru \u2014 swim, snorkel and relax on the sand.","excursion_duration":"Half day","excursion_type":"island_hopping","excursion_difficulty":"beginner","excursion_is_featured":"on","excursion_highlights":["White-sand sandbank","Snorkeling","Picnic option"],"excursion_inclusions":["Boat trip"],"excursion_gallery":[]}},{"id":234,"title":"Snorkeling Trip","link":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/excursions\/snorkeling-trip\/","image":{"src":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/snorkeler-sweetlips.jpg","srcWebp":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/snorkeler-sweetlips.jpg.webp","srcset":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/snorkeler-sweetlips-600x450.jpg","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/snorkeler-sweetlips.jpg"},"srcsetWebp":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/snorkeler-sweetlips-600x450.jpg.webp","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/snorkeler-sweetlips.jpg.webp"},"width":1600,"height":1200},"excerpt":"Snorkel shallow reefs around Vashafaru from the boat \u2014 coral, reef fish and, when conditions are right, a chance of mantas.","content":"A boat trip to snorkel the shallow reefs around Vashafaru: coral, reef fish and, when conditions are right, spots where mantas are seen. All levels are welcome, and snorkel gear can be hired from Vashafaru Dive & Water Sports.","meta":{"excursion_description":"Snorkel shallow reefs around Vashafaru from the boat \u2014 coral, reef fish and, when conditions are right, a chance of mantas.","excursion_duration":"2\u20133 hours","excursion_type":"snorkeling","excursion_difficulty":"beginner","excursion_is_featured":"on","excursion_highlights":["Shallow coral reefs","Mantas when conditions allow","All levels welcome"],"excursion_inclusions":["Boat trip"],"excursion_gallery":[]}},{"id":235,"title":"Dolphin Cruise","link":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/excursions\/dolphin-cruise\/","image":{"src":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dolphin-jumping.jpg","srcWebp":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dolphin-jumping.jpg.webp","srcset":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dolphin-jumping-600x480.jpg","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dolphin-jumping.jpg"},"srcsetWebp":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dolphin-jumping-600x480.jpg.webp","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/dolphin-jumping.jpg.webp"},"width":1064,"height":851},"excerpt":"An evening boat trip from Vashafaru to look for spinner dolphins as the sun sets over Haa Alifu.","content":"An evening boat trip from Vashafaru to look for spinner dolphins as the sun sets over Haa Alifu. Sightings depend on the day, but it is always a lovely time to be on the water.","meta":{"excursion_description":"An evening boat trip from Vashafaru to look for spinner dolphins as the sun sets over Haa Alifu.","excursion_duration":"2 hours","excursion_type":"sunset","excursion_difficulty":"beginner","excursion_is_featured":"on","excursion_highlights":["Spinner dolphins","Sunset views","Family friendly"],"excursion_inclusions":["Boat trip"],"excursion_gallery":[]}},{"id":298,"title":"Sunset Cruise","link":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/excursions\/sunset-cruise\/","image":{"src":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-beach-sunset.jpg","srcWebp":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-beach-sunset.jpg.webp","srcset":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-beach-sunset-600x338.jpg","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-beach-sunset.jpg"},"srcsetWebp":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-beach-sunset-600x338.jpg.webp","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-beach-sunset.jpg.webp"},"width":1600,"height":900},"excerpt":"A relaxed evening boat trip from Vashafaru to watch the sun go down over Haa Alifu.","content":"A relaxed evening boat trip from Vashafaru to watch the sun go down over Haa Alifu. An easy, family-friendly way to end a day on the island.","meta":{"excursion_description":"A relaxed evening boat trip from Vashafaru to watch the sun go down over Haa Alifu.","excursion_duration":"Evening","excursion_type":"sunset","excursion_difficulty":"beginner","excursion_is_featured":"","excursion_highlights":["Sunset over Haa Alifu","Relaxed boat trip","Family friendly"],"excursion_inclusions":["Boat trip"],"excursion_gallery":[]}},{"id":236,"title":"Picnic Island","link":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/excursions\/picnic-island\/","image":{"src":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/picnic-island-lagoon.jpg","srcWebp":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/picnic-island-lagoon.jpg.webp","srcset":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/picnic-island-lagoon-600x480.jpg","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/picnic-island-lagoon.jpg"},"srcsetWebp":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/picnic-island-lagoon-600x480.jpg.webp","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/picnic-island-lagoon.jpg.webp"},"width":1600,"height":1280},"excerpt":"A boat trip from Vashafaru to a nearby island for a beach picnic, a swim and some snorkeling.","content":"A half- or full-day boat trip from Vashafaru to a nearby island for a beach picnic, a swim in the lagoon and some snorkeling. Tell us your dates and we will let you know what we can arrange.","meta":{"excursion_description":"A boat trip from Vashafaru to a nearby island for a beach picnic, a swim and some snorkeling.","excursion_duration":"Half \/ full day","excursion_type":"island_hopping","excursion_difficulty":"beginner","excursion_is_featured":"","excursion_highlights":["Nearby island","Beach picnic","Snorkeling"],"excursion_inclusions":["Boat trip","Picnic"],"excursion_gallery":[]}},{"id":238,"title":"Night Fishing & BBQ","link":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/excursions\/night-fishing-bbq\/","image":{"src":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fresh-catch-night-fishing.jpg","srcWebp":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fresh-catch-night-fishing.jpg.webp","srcset":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fresh-catch-night-fishing-600x440.jpg","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fresh-catch-night-fishing.jpg"},"srcsetWebp":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fresh-catch-night-fishing-600x440.jpg.webp","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/fresh-catch-night-fishing.jpg.webp"},"width":1280,"height":939},"excerpt":"Traditional Maldivian hand-line fishing from the boat after sunset, then your catch grilled at a beach BBQ.","content":"Try traditional Maldivian hand-line fishing from the boat after sunset, then enjoy your catch grilled at a BBQ on the beach.","meta":{"excursion_description":"Traditional Maldivian hand-line fishing from the boat after sunset, then your catch grilled at a beach BBQ.","excursion_duration":"Evening","excursion_type":"fishing","excursion_difficulty":"beginner","excursion_is_featured":"","excursion_highlights":["Hand-line fishing","Beach BBQ","Starry skies"],"excursion_inclusions":["Boat trip","Hand lines","Beach BBQ"],"excursion_gallery":[]}},{"id":237,"title":"Local Island Tour","link":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/excursions\/local-island-tour\/","image":{"src":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-island-palms.jpg","srcWebp":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-island-palms.jpg.webp","srcset":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-island-palms-600x450.jpg","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-island-palms.jpg"},"srcsetWebp":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-island-palms-600x450.jpg.webp","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/vashafaru-island-palms.jpg.webp"},"width":1600,"height":1200},"excerpt":"Visit nearby islands of Haa Alifu for a taste of local life, and ask us about historic Utheemu.","content":"A half-day trip to nearby islands of Haa Alifu for a taste of local Maldivian life and culture. Ask us about a visit to Utheemu, where Utheemu Ganduvaru, the birthplace of the national hero Sultan Mohamed Thakurufaanu, is now a museum.","meta":{"excursion_description":"Visit nearby islands of Haa Alifu for a taste of local life, and ask us about historic Utheemu.","excursion_duration":"Half day","excursion_type":"island_hopping","excursion_difficulty":"beginner","excursion_is_featured":"","excursion_highlights":["Local life & culture","Island heritage","Ask about Utheemu"],"excursion_inclusions":["Boat trip"],"excursion_gallery":[]}},{"id":239,"title":"Kayaking & Water Sports","link":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/excursions\/kayaking-water-sports\/","image":{"src":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/kayaks-beach.jpg","srcWebp":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/kayaks-beach.jpg.webp","srcset":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/kayaks-beach-600x750.jpg","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/kayaks-beach.jpg"},"srcsetWebp":{"(max-width: 600px)":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/kayaks-beach-600x750.jpg.webp","full":"https:\/\/www.beachinnvashafaru.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/kayaks-beach.jpg.webp"},"width":1440,"height":1800},"excerpt":"Paddle Vashafaru's calm turquoise lagoon at your own pace, or hire snorkel gear and explore the house reef.","content":"Paddle Vashafaru's calm turquoise lagoon at your own pace, or hire snorkel gear and explore the house reef, home to turtles. Kayaks and snorkel gear are available from Vashafaru Dive & Water Sports, our in-house dive center; ask us about other water sports.","meta":{"excursion_description":"Paddle Vashafaru's calm turquoise lagoon at your own pace, or hire snorkel gear and explore the house reef.","excursion_duration":"Flexible","excursion_type":"snorkeling","excursion_difficulty":"beginner","excursion_is_featured":"","excursion_highlights":["Calm turquoise lagoon","Kayak & snorkel gear hire","Launch from the beach"],"excursion_inclusions":["Kayak & paddle"],"excursion_gallery":[]}}],"stats":{"excursionCount":"8","types":"Boat","experience":"All Levels","location":"Haa Alifu"}}