MALDIVES TRAVEL DOCUMENTARY | The Pearls of the Indian Ocean
Follow us on our Maldives island adventure with Soneva, exploring the beautiful beaches and rich coral reefs of the country. We spent one week at two resorts soaking in the intense Maldivian sun while learning more about both the beauty and the problems of the Maldives.
Thank you to Soneva (soneva.com/) for supporting us in the creation of this documentary.
Special thanks to Nila Patty and Maavin Faure for helping us with fact-checking, the pronunciation of Maldivian names, and the identification of marine species. Big thank you to Kika Mantzouridou for believing in our idea of a Maldives Travel Documentary. And, of course, thank you to all the people that made our stay unforgettable, among many others Lilian, Kochey, Alson, Bart Knols, Avinash Pratap Singh, Eleanor Butler, Nicola Reynolds, Naifa Zahir, Erin Barr, and Janusz Poźniak.
All photo credits for the images of Thilafushi go to Matt Porteous and Soneva.
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Location: Soneva Fushi & Soneva Jani, Maldives
Full disclosure: We visited Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani as part of a personalized press trip. The costs for accommodation and F&B were covered by the resort. We paid for the flights to the Maldives ourselves.
00:00 Intro
00:39 Arriving in Maldives
01:46 Geography of Maldives
02:48 Arriving at Soneva
04:07 Quarantine Villa
05:55 Moving to Beach Villa
06:42 Exploring the island
09:27 Asian Koel
09:53 Dolphin Tour
11:02 Stars of the Maldivian night sky
12:47 Snorkeling the house reef
15:01 Cowrie Shells
15:52 Global Warming & Coral Propagation
17:44 Plastic Pollution
18:18 Waste Management
21:18 Glass Studio
22:39 Coconuts
24:10 Chocolate Room
24:48 Indian Flying Foxes
25:46 Blacktip Reef Sharks
26:38 Resort Gardens
27:15 Mosquito Traps
27:38 Standup Paddle Board
28:00 Snorkelling
30:41 Leaving Soneva Fushi
31:27 Arriving at Soneva Jani
32:30 Seashore Screwpine
33:18 Overwater One Bedroom Villa
34:30 Exploring Island
34:56 Turtle Hatchlings
37:42 Slide at Villa
38:30 Stingray and Guitarfish
39:02 Tropical Rainstorm
40:01 Snorkelling House Reef
40:53 Dolphin Tour
41:48 Saying Goodbye to Soneva
42:14 Outro
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@HebrewHakaishin
2 жыл бұрын
You forgot to mention how Somalis were the first inhabitants and first to bring islam to the Maldives!🇲🇻🇸🇴
@piyushpunyani9592
2 жыл бұрын
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@allysonleroux4396
Жыл бұрын
What is the 1st island you stayed on. I wanna look at prices. Thanks
THIS DOCUMENTARY LITERALLY LOOKS LIKE IT WAS MADE BY NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC CHANNEL! Amazing stuff!
@LucasTJahn
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🥰
@conis4242
3 жыл бұрын
I think it looks better actually
@gaare8701
2 жыл бұрын
Very very good job u did and better national geographic I hope u fine man and you wife good lucky all The time
@noun_trips
2 жыл бұрын
True, great job
@aburabaah7126
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah true, I'm from Maldives 🇲🇻 still really exited and amazed with this beautiful documentary.
As a Maldivian, I'm very impressed! Definitely the best documentary I've seen about the Maldives so far
@hanakarimtaramashi6418
2 жыл бұрын
It seems its veryyyy profesional ...not made by binginner mobile buyers!!
@hanakarimtaramashi6418
2 жыл бұрын
Woooe you are sooo lucky u born there ...not in hot middle east like me with scarf
@mahiramajeed359
2 жыл бұрын
i am also maldivian!
@user-dw2df4ke8x
2 жыл бұрын
@@hanakarimtaramashi6418 Maldives is a tropical country. Sometimes it gets very hot in here! I also wear a scarf in hot weathers, but now I'm used to it. It doesn't matter since I'm doing it for our Creator!
@relaxationwithscenery
Жыл бұрын
Amazing and really astounding. Maldives' breathtaking natural beauty is beyond praise. really lovely surroundings Everything is quite lovely. It's as though Mother Nature has loved this place. Just go there and take in all the natural beauty you can. The locals protect the environment as if it were their own lives.
This is the best Maldives video I have ever seen. In '92 I snorkled over the coral reefs of Guam, from a Beach adacent to the Pacific Island club. Snorkeling just over those reefs, so my body would not touch them and damage their ecosystem, was heaven to me, and a swarm of yellow fish came to me and kissed my arms and legs so gently, it felt like the goosebumps when I met my fiance and when my daughter was born. I do not know the species of those yellow fish--I would just call them "Valium Fish", lol I almost think the director James Cameron must of gone thru the same experience, given his documentaries of the Oceans and the scene in the first Avatar movie where the fuzzy thingies fell and gently touched Jake's arms realizing he would protect life with compassion and not destroy it. That is how I feel in my travels that made me a now retired tourism systems instructor.
The pro level documentary which raised the benchmark how a travel blog should be
The Quality of this documentary is unbelievable feels like "living" it
as a Maldivian, I feel so lucky I live in Maldives after seeing this documentary
I smiled throughout most of this video. You are an amazing editor and have a great eye. Your voice is also a treasure. I'm so glad that you are sharing your travels with us. I could definitely see these being used in schools as educational devices for students and a welcome break for teachers. Thank you!
One of the best documentaries i have seen.....i would love to see a Kenyan travel destination documentary soon.
@LucasTJahn
3 жыл бұрын
Hopefully can visit Kenya soon :)
@youngboo6578
2 жыл бұрын
yay
Beautiful! Thank you.
Incredible, especially the combination of "must see" destination paired with the preservation of this beautiful spot of earth through sustainability and environmental protection so that even our descendants can enjoy these dream islands in their natural beauty. Great work Anna and Lukas!
I really want to thank you for this visual treat. Made me fall in love with the Maldives. The editing and videography is out of the world, you deserve an applaud
This is PRO! Amazing shots and impeccable story-telling skills.
I've seen many Maldives travel videos. But man, this is by far the best one!! Great work:)
@nikzzi0511
3 жыл бұрын
this is an educational documentary on maldives not the typical vlog
@piyushpunyani9592
2 жыл бұрын
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@mustafaabohari3853
Жыл бұрын
Are you tennis player ;) ?
Hey man,I was waiting for this .Your videos are like therapy.Missed this.Now I am happy again.
Beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing!🥰🙏🏼
Such a wholesome travel video it's got a little bit of everything. This is easily one of the best travel vlogs I've seen.
Great documentary. Well done looking forward to see more from you guys, thank you and safe travels
This video seems as much a documentary about Maldives as one for Soneva as well! Very very well done. You filmed things that nobody else has bother to. Thank you!
Amazing travel vlog, more like a documentary, true travel journalism, very well made and different from most. I like your coverage of not just hotel rooms and lounges but environment, local wildlife, local issues etc. Your editing and going straight to the point showing enough to mesmerise but not to bore like most other videos was impeccable. Thanks Lucas...
@LucasTJahn
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for your nice comment! We are really happy that you enjoyed our take on the Maldives, especially showing it from different perspectives. Hope to produce many more documentaries in the future :)
I was waiting for this.Lots of love. Great video , keep it up.
what a beautiful country!! thanks mr lucas for showing us these beautiful islands and beaches
This is one of the best documentaries I have ever seen in my life. Narration is also the same. Much more informative. Great work.
A very unusual vlog. I didn't expect it to be the way it was. Amazing cinematography. I'm amazed to see the good side of these beautiful islands regarding waste management and their efforts to protect it. Thanks to YT for recommending me this video ❤️👍👌
Wow this was an amazing video! Was able to see a different side of Maldives and the beautiful scenery felt like I was there in person! Keep up the great work and this is truly the Paradise on Earth!
Was stocking your channel yesterday hoping you'll upload new vid.And here you are with a new one.Thank you so much.
Great work Lucas. I have been waiting for this documentary and every bit of it was satisfying, to say the least. Love your documenting style. Looking forward to see more travel documentaries from you. Cheers (y)
@LucasTJahn
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Very happy to hear that :)
I want to go!❤ Beautiful video! The Maldives are absolutely incredible! You two do a wonderful job of showing off the absolute beauty of this paradise and bio diversity and struggles to keep the eco system intact to preserve this place forever. Appears to be a great staff as well. Those little turtles were awesome as well. Thank you for sharing your adventures.❤
Soneva Fushi was my home for a year. I forgot how magical this place is, and how grateful I am for embarking on this journey 5 years ago. ❤️
Amazing documentary, can’t wait for more videos!
This was fascinating, beautiful and sad. I'm glad you reveal the world fragility! Thanks for taking me on this incredible journey.
The Maldives looks stunning. Thank you for the information.
Wow..I am truly impressed by the beauty of the Maldives. And really boosted even more with this great documentary.
Absolutely breathtaking...
Great video! I’ve personally been to the Maldives and this video almost encapsulates the true experience!
Such a beautiful place and video. Thank you for making og sharing it. 😍
Thanksss for bringing this video to life❤️
This channel deserves an award and needs to be recognized:
@LucasTJahn
10 ай бұрын
Thank you!
Tears throughout so beautiful and so well done Thank you
wow! Beautiful, breathtaking, amazing! This documentary is everything. thanks for showcasing from Kenya with love.
Great documentary! I'm happy that you didn't show just the perfect blurred side of the country, but also the problem they've to face!
Oh beautiful! Thank you!
Very professional and clarity and precision is better than that of some television channels. Keep up the good work Lucas!
New subscriber. Thank you very much for taking us on these wonderful adventures. Your videos are amazing 🙏🏽
Your documentaries are absolutely beautiful!!! What an absolute pleasure to watch them! Thank you for bringing so much joy to people's lives through your continuous works of art. Please dont stop!!
@LucasTJahn
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, this means a lot to us :) We really enjoy creating these documentaries, and will definitely continue to do so! Currently on an Iceland winter trip, which will also result in a documentary :)
Wow wow wow. Such an amazing documentary. Should be on Netflix!!
@LucasTJahn
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!
This was lovely. Great storytelling and editing
The documentary was the best ever
Sometimes people forget how beautiful nature can be. This is a reminder of the beauty that still remains in the world.
Quarantining in Maldives…amazing!
Just Awesome... Thank u for this LOVELY video....
A stunning video, so well done. Thank you for sharing this journey with us.
Amazing video. Makes me want to head back there.
I loved the glass recycling business so much. A wonderful idea to keep the island so clean first, and second our land...
Thank you Lucas. This is an awesome video💯
Absolutely spectacular islands and the video quality is A+++
Amazing documentary, like I was there all by myself!!!
So very enjoyable so pleased that you are so aware of the sustainability of the environment.
Man, such a great work with the video and the storytelling. You even provide extra info. Thanks!! You just earn a sub:D
That is some good details and enjoying video to watch. Thanks for making and sharing.
Oh Wow! Thank you for this.
The rain looks so beautiful! I look forward to experiencing this soon!
Simply amazing video footage of this group of islands I hope I will have a chance to visit soon. Very well done !
Great documentary... glad you had fun. On my wish list.
AMAZING I love it thank you for this incredible islands is a Paradise!!! I enjoy so much this video as I was there thank you for sharing.
This place looks amazing omg guys this such a great video I'm so in love with Maldives island
Always getting something new
This video is so informative. Thank you for sharing this. Cheers! ❤
I'm from Maldives, and Welcome everyone to Maldives
WOW,charming canary. thank u.
Superb description and stroy telling !!! Loved it.. Kudos!!
Un sueño hecho realidad. Maravilloso. Gracias por compartir
Thank you, I enjoyed watching this.
Wow Amazing! I’ll be going there next month. Thanks for sharing this. Loved it.
Great documentary!!! Thanks
I just subscribed to your Channel Lucas! What a wonderful storytelling skills! I have made up my mind, I will visit Maldives in 2022. From Kenya With Love🇰🇪
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE BEST MALDIVES VIDEO EVER!!!!!
You just earned a loyal subscriber. I am really amazed by how detailed and how beautifully shot, this documentary was. Got to learn a lot about Maldives from your vlog. Hope to see more videos like these in coming days. Love from Nepal!
@LucasTJahn
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! :)
So amazing video !.,made so professionally and I did enjoy it full time… thanks !!!❤
AMAZING!!!
One of the best documentaries i have seen.
Some of us may never get there ... but we can dream ... thank you for sharing...very well made with respect to the local environment.
THANKS TO YOU AND YOUR PARTNER WHAT AN INTERESTING DOCUMENT BEAUTIFUL ISLAND HOPE TO SEE ANOTHER ONE SOON CHEERS..
Awesome video! Beautiful nature💚,good music💛Thanks for the video❤️
Yours photography is SPECTACULER. I enjoyed a lot without spending money. THAKS A LOT.
Great thanks for that doc film! You've made my day today... 🤩
Wow! Good work guys. Found it as a unique style of presenting things ❤️
This was an amazing documentary, made me feel like i am myself on the island. ✌🏼Love from India!!
Awesome! Incredible filming and narration.
Thank you for this upload
wonderfully captured..calming
thoroughly enjoyed your documentary, thumbs up!
Dude, this is amazing amazing work, excellent camera work, narration and editing. Absolutely loved it . Why is this not on Netflix or on some travel TV channel ? You should try.
This is the best travel documentary I've seen. Thanks so much guys. Absolutely pro. Would also love to hear more from your wife in a vlog style about packing and clothes to take, costing etc
Awesome documentary video. Well done.
This is an amazing documentary Lucas. We’ve seen a lot and this is the best 🙌🏼 you guys had an amazing trip we came back from Maldives in Dec not from Soneva though but wow 🤩 stunning 😍. Glad you guys had a great time and thanks for creating this content 😀
@LucasTJahn
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, such a pleasure :)
Beautiful ❤ I will visit soon. Thanks for the video.
Wow, high quality travel documentary, well done!
Maldives is so beautiful, I could just cry. :)
@riseevolution
Жыл бұрын
magical place yes to cry of happiness
I'm putting it out in the universe! One day my husband and I will get to visit these magnificent place.