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5 Unusual things to do in the Maldives - For a unique Maldives holiday experience!

Surrounded by turquoise blue waters and pristine white sand beaches that are fringed in coconut palms, The Maldives is the ultimate getaway for relaxation. Though you could have a relaxing time in this paradise archipelago, what is the fun in having a vacation without any excitement? If you wish to have some thrilling time during your time in this paradise destination, here are 5 unusual yet interesting things you could partake in for a memorable vacation experience!

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Mud bathing in Fuvahumulah

Among the many islands of the Maldives, few are gifted with freshwater resources such as small lakes, springs and little streams of water. Among these islands, Fuvahumulah is popular among locals and foreigners alike for an attraction that is not its water bodies but something related to it! This island has freshwater springs that are ensconced in mud marshes. These sites have shallow mud pools that are ideal for having a therapeutic mud bath. being a therapeutic experience that even rivals the finest treatments offered at a Maldives spa, it has been clinically proved that minerals in the mud can exfoliate dead skin cells and can offer you a glowing and unblemished skin. But If therapy isn't your thing you could visit here to make some fun-filled memories that your parents didn't allow you to make! Kids will also love this experience and it is completely safe. If you are stationed at resort properties, the likes of Adaaran Maldives you could reach out to the front desk to get help in reaching this island.

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Diving into the air pocket of the kuda Giri Wreck

The sea surrounding the islands of Maldives is shallow and it is dotted with amazing wreck sites that teem with vibrant varieties of corals and other marine life. Although most of these sites offer you more sort of a similar diving experience one stands out from the rest due to a peculiar yet enticing attribute; that is the Kuda Giri Wreck. Like the other sites this too houses a wide array of marine life but what makes this special is that there is an air pocket inside the wreck where you could speak to your companion through your mask and he also could clearly hear you. The amazing part of this experience is that it happens approximately 25 meters below sea level and could make up to amazing photo opportunity. However, exciting the experience is be mindful not to remove your mask while you are inside the air pocket even though it could be very tempting.

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Spearfishing

If you are feeling a bit adventurous during your time in the Maldives, you could go spearfishing into the shallow waters. This could indeed be an enticing experience where you could feel the adrenaline coursing through your veins. You could hunt for octopuses, edible reef fish and other crustaceans. The best part of this experience is that you could eat what you catch then and there on your boat or once you get to the beach. This is a curated experience is commonly offered by local tour operators and you can reach out to your hotel's front desk in order to get in touch with one.

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Standup Paddle Boarding in Goidhoo's freshwater lake

As mentioned earlier the archipelago has several islands that have freshwater lakes and Goidhoo's freshwater lake is the largest among the rest. This lake feature's shallow waters and it houses a variety of water-dwelling creatures too. the lake is located in the midst of lush tropical palms, and paddleboarding in it is certainly a surreal experience. While you are here could also take some spectacular shots to the gram and you could rave about this rare experience that you just experienced with your friends and relatives.

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Droning over the laamu atoll link road

Flying drones is certainly a thrilling and exciting experience no matter where you fly them. Drones could offer you a unique perspective of your surrounding and could help you capture timeless memories. No, where in world is more suitable to get some stunning footages of tropical islands than the Maldives and the 15 kilometre stretch of road that connects the islands such Gan, Kahdhoo, Fonadhoo and, Maandhoo comes in as the perfect candidate!