I've been lucky enough to spend 5 weeks island hopping around the Maldives on 3 separate trips. I've been to local islands, resorts, and travelled by almost every possible method (public ferry, speedboat, seaplane). So like to think I have a decent knowledge on how to plan a trip to the Maldives. It's often seen as an expensive destination (and it definitely can be!), but with enough planning and picking the right places to visit, you can definitely travel the Maldives pretty affordably. Here's my quick guide for how to go Local Island Hopping around the the Maldives on a Budget.