SHADOWPALM TOURS

SHADOWPALM TOURS

SHADOWPALM TOURS
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7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
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7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 10:30 PM

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DMW1207
Las Vegas, NV228 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Solo
Shadowpalm definitely deserves its 5 star rating as I tried a few other agencies while spending a week in Maafushi and they were the best in regards to professionalism, getting to the sights (whale sharks and mantas via drone searches that other boats followed), fun, and safety.

They confirm everything via WhatsApp and followup accordingly so there’s no second guessing in regards to what to do. Note that in high season (now), their tours fill up and you may be with another 20+ people on the tour from around the world. Equipment is also good quality.

For me, I brought ear plugs to mute the engine noise and sometimes the music which was fine for others but I have sensitive hearing. By no means it’s a negative for Shadowpalm as they do have fun during the journey!
Written 10 January 2025
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sieta777
Barcelona, Spain13 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 • Solo
ShadowPalms where your dreams came true.

I was very lucky to be able to make all the excursions with them. ALL.
ShadowPalms is not just a company that organizes outings and excursions. It’s MUCH more, it’s a big family where you are welcomed with open arms the moment you walk in the door and caught with their good vibes.

There are wonderful people who convey their passion and respect for the ocean around them and who are SURVIVED because our adventure of the day is unique.They are very professional, they make us the best videos and the best photos one by one when the conditions allow, they are hours underwater so that we have the best memory under the sea and are always watching everyone at all times and of course always respecting all marine fauna.

Thanks to ShadowPalms I have been able to spend the best days of my life at sea, meet wonderful people on excursions, dance crazy on boats, get excited with dolphins, sharks, mantas, colorful fish, turtles, corals... Magic!

I definitely recommend taking the excursions with ShadowPalms if you want to live the best experience and take the beautiful memory of meeting wonderful people that I took in my heart.
(Ziyan, Martina, Anna, Claudia, Eesham and tooooodooos others)

I'm very clear I'll be back.

THANKS to the whole team, it was very hard to say goodbye, but it wasn’t goodbye, it was a goodbye.
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Written 8 December 2024
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thea
4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Solo
I recently chose to do two snorkelling tours with Shadowpalm Tours (whale shark and Vaavu Atoll), and I cannot stress enough just how incredible these experiences were. The reviews here and their Instagram page, which is full of stunning photos taken during their snorkelling tours, had convinced me to try them out, and I hope I can convince you to give them a try too.

From the scenic boat trips to and from the snorkelling sites, to the amazing team of tour guys, the music and atmosphere on board and lunch on sandbanks, each snorkelling day was simply perfect. Lunch was never rushed; after eating there was plenty of time to explore the sandbank/beach (and even snorkel on your own, if you wanted to) before heading back to Maafushi. Whenever the guys spotted dolphins while driving to/from the snorkelling sites, they slowed the boat down for us to watch them jump and play until the dolphins moved on. Whenever we were snorkelling, they made sure to take plenty of photos and videos of everyone. The quality of these is amazing and I think this is the most incredible souvenir of one’s holiday to have and look back on.

In my opinion, Shadowpalm Tours delivered an exceptional snorkelling experience, unrivalled by the other companies I had tried before I found them. I encourage you to book a day or ten with them for a snorkelling adventure that you will cherish forever!
Written 18 September 2023
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Palal
Kochi (Cochin), India2 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Family
My son and I did the Vaavu tour with shadow palm. After the tour they charged us 25$ for a small knob missing from the snorkelling equipment. Even if there was a damage like they say, they refused to give us the damaged equipment even after paying 25$. They also did not give any receipt for the money paid. As tourists in a new country we were helpless.
Written 29 January 2025
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Рита Т
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2024 • Friends
Shadowpalm is the best tourism company on the island! Very nice people work on this team. Give out super-quality and comfortable snorkels and masks. They have very beautiful, new and comfortable boats, on all excursions the guys feed a delicious lunch that they cook themselves. On the boat music is played and the whole team dances with the tourists, it is very fun to travel with shadowpalm!

Thanks to these guys, we saw the beauty of the Maldives! The underwater world left just an unforgettable experience, it was the most spectacular ride of all time!

Special thanks to Ishan, he shoots the best videos on drone and underwater camera, and he will always tell you how to dive properly and shoot a very beautiful video for you, even if you can't dive or swim he will help you with that, it's just wow, thank you so much, Ishan is the best!!!!
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Written 3 December 2024
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Jan Pulkrab
Prague, Czech Republic6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2024 • Couples
Hi everyone, I wanted to share my amazing experience with Shadowpalm Maldives. The guys took care of us like family on every excursion. The atmosphere on the boat was always so welcoming, with great music and plenty of water to drink. The boats were always clean and ready for the next adventure. Whenever possible, if an opportunity arose or the captain spotted dolphins, there was no problem stopping by for a closer look and extending the trip with even more incredible experiences.

Thank you, Shadowpalm! We can't wait to come back and do it all again!
Written 18 July 2024
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Viajero P
2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Friends
HORROR! I think they take us for guiris who don't know anything and put on an embarrassing show that ends with (in my case) capturing a swordfish watching it suffer.
They had to be banned... they sell you everything with photos that they then give you with a medley and on top of that you don't come out or you come out badly!
In my opinion, there are alternatives with teams or companies from Spain that, after the experience I have suffered, are certainly much better, according to what they tell me (if anyone wants it, let me know and I will tell them much better alternatives).
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Written 15 June 2024
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Honey moon traveler
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023
Very nice experience and nice guys. We were lucky and had the chance to snorkel with both whale sharks and manta rays (there are 50% chances not to get them) during the trip. The guides were very nice, waited for literally all people on the boat, even non-swimmers, to get a glance of the sharks, which might be pretty difficult for them.

DO NOT PAY IN RUFIYAAS!! They have the worst exchange rate on the island. We did this trip on our last day in Maldives, so we paid in Rf as we had plenty left. Try to have USD's.
Written 12 February 2023
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Tawney S
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Family
Shadow Palm have been amazing! The boat staff did everything they could to assure we saw all of the animals expected on the excursions, we even ended up seeing blue whales which wasn’t originally a part of one of our trips with them. They’ve all been really helpful and a lot of fun. We’ve had the most amazing time, thank you so much!
Written 9 January 2025
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Kristýna D
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Couples
@shadowpalmmaldives made my Maldivian adventure unforgettable. The experiences they organized changed my life, leaving me with memories I will treasure forever. Swimming with dolphins, sharks, mantas, and even a majestic whale shark was beyond my wildest dreams.

Their team went above and beyond to ensure that every detail of the excursions was flawless. Their passion for the ocean and its incredible creatures is truly inspiring, and it shows in everything they do.

If you’re visiting the Maldives, Shadow Palm is a must. They don’t just provide tours; they create life-changing experiences.

Thank you, @shadowpalmmaldives for giving me the adventure of a lifetime. I will carry these memories with me till the day I die! 💙
Written 19 January 2025
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