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Top 10 Activities in the Maldives
Snorkelling
Snorkeling is a fantastic option to explore the undersea realm and marine life if you are not a good swimmer. Snorkeling demands the use of the appropriate equipment, such as an eye mask, fins, and snorkel, which the service provider will provide. Some resorts in the Maldives will give you a complimentary snorkeling session, depending on your stay. Stroll down the waters and enjoy the sea and its lives in the Maldives.
Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is for those who want to go into the depths of the clear blue waters of Maldives to enjoy marine life in real. It is one of the most popular water sports activities in the Maldives. Long stretch reefs, vibrant fishes, and clear shallow waters of Maldives makes it the best spot for scuba diving.
Jetski
Go for some fun splash in the blue waters of Maldives and bring out the wanderlust in you. The price for jet ski is very low compared to other water sports activities. Make the best out of it in the Maldives.
Island Hopping
There are almost 200 inhabited islands in the Maldives and private islands that welcome tourists to enjoy their best time in the Maldives. Speed boats will be there for a thrilling ride on the blue waters.
Sea Walking
Sea walking should be there on your bucket list if you are planning a trip to the Maldives. Most of the beaches are shallow in the Maldives, but there are some nice spots for you to try sea walking. Ask your resort representative to take you to the best spot for a walk down the seabed.
Surfing
The Maldives will provide you with a world-class surfing experience in the blue waters, a must-try activity in the Maldives. Not only professionals but also beginners can give it a try in the Maldives.
The Beach
The beach has got you the best things to get busy within the Maldives. These Islands have got the most blissful and picturesque beaches you will ever visit. You can indulge in a lot of beach activities in the Maldives. The Maldives will give you the most luxurious beach experience ever.
Parasailing
The Maldives has got you the option for an incredible water sport to feel the scenic beauty of the islands high in the sky. Fly high above the waters and go surfing with the wind by trying out parasailing in the Maldives.
Fishing
Enjoy the thrill of fishing in the most beautiful waters of the Maldives, book your trip now and bring out the crazy. Fishing is one of the best recreational activities you can indulge in the Maldives. Tuna, groupers, dolphin fish, barracuda, etc., are the common fishes found here.
Romantic Dinner on the Floating Bungalows
The Maldives is the best spot for having a great romantic date with your better half. Surprise her with the best sunset she would ever see with a delicious dinner on the floating bungalows in the Maldives.
Things you should never miss in the Maldives.
Dolphin Cruise – don’t forget to go for a dolphin cruise while you are in the Maldives. What more can one expect in the Maldives other than the dolphins escorting you to the great sunset in the Maldives?
Maldivian Sub – Always remember to try out the delicious Maldivian sub before ending your trip.
Island Hopping – don’t just stick on to your island resorts. Go for some exciting trips to other islands too.
Photoshoot – you will regret if you forget to get a professional photo shoot in the scenic beauty of the Maldives.
Diving with hammerhead shark – attend a scuba diving session with the hammerhead sharks of Maldives.
Underwater restaurant
Snorkelling with whale sharks
FAQs for Maldives
Depending on which places you are visiting, where you are stayin and how many days you are spending on the island, the price of a Maldives tour package can range from anywhere between INR 31,000 to INR 150,000 or more. Make sure to plan ahead and make your bookings in advance to get an idea of how much it will cost.
The cheapest months to visit Maldives would be from mid-May to the end of August, when the seasonal rains make it hard for tourists to have a good time. However, several resorts and hotels offer attractive discounts during this time to tourists who decide to brave the elements and just go for it. If you do decide to visit Maldives in its off-season, you are sure to be able to do it within a lower than average budget. Just remember to pack umbrellas and waterproof covers for everything.
Although famed for being a popular island retreat, Maldives is also home to plenty of other attractions such as:
- The Masjid Al-Sultan Muhammad, which is an islamic centre, mosque and library.
- Goidhoo for some reef snorkeling
- Maafushi Island for adventurous water sports
- Male for a more urban experience
- Hulhumale man-made island with white sand beaches
- Kuramathi Island for its glowing plankton
- National Museum for a look at the history of this beautiful country
- Sultan Park for a relaxing environ
- Milaidhoo Biosphere Reserve for a look at the rare flora and fauna of the island
- Dhigurah Island for a look at whale sharks
When you say Maldives, the first thing that comes to mind is the gleaming, azure waters of the sea. Needless to say, snorkeling, scuba diving, coral watching, sea-walk, shark-spotting as well as heaps of other water-based sports activities are what take centre-stage here. If you are a beach baby, and love spending time in the water, then Maldives is the perfect place for you.
The average Maldives tour package for 3 nights and 4 days trip costs around INR 31,999 per person. The package under this range is inclusive of a stay at up to the 4-star hotel, sightseeing, breakfast, and transfers. The cost may go up to INR 115,000 if you wish to choose a stay at a water villa and enjoy some other luxuries as well. Some places that you can add to your itinerary include Malé Atoll, Banana Reef, Fihalhohi Island, and more.
If you are in Maldives with your significant other, there are plenty of romantic places to visit for a great holiday. Remember to check out places such as Felidhoo Island that is a like a small city in itself, the Bikini Beach of Rasdhoo for an afternoon of parties, Lily Beach for that quintessential walk-on-the-beach, Manta Point for some snorkeling and the Dhadimagi Kilhi Lake for spending some time amidst rare flora and fauna. If you are in Maldives in the right season, check out Vaadhoo island for some glowing plankton that presents a mesmerizing sight.
Maldives is considered a safe country for women travelers, whether they are traveling solo or with a group. There are good security arrangements in place, and there aren’t any specific gender-based crimes here on a regular basis. That does not mean it is free from crime though, and everybody, including women, should be cautious and follow the basic guidelines of safety and security when visiting a foreign country.
Indian Nationals are eligible for an on-arrival Maldivian visa for 90 days. The documents requires are
- A valid Passport for the duration of the stay
- Latest photograph and completed form
- Name of the hotel where the reservation is confirmed
- Confirmed return tickets or appropriate tickets for onward journey
- Photocopies of important bank statements
Maldivian Rufiyaa is the local currency but USDs and Euros are also accepted at the resorts.
Every resort in Maldives offers a range of water activities and provides snorkels, masks and flippers and a majority of resorts in Maldives have diving centers on the island offering instruction courses and excursions. To name a few, The Fun Island Resort & SPA, Sun Island Resort & SPA, Adaaran Select Hudhuran Fushi, Centara Rus Fushi, Paradise Island Resort & SPA, Bandos Island Resort, Vivanta By Taj – Coral Reef, Sheraton Maldives Full Moon and Meeru Island Resort are well equipped with various watersports and scuba diving facilities in Maldives.
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