Joanna James
The Maldives being an island makes it the perfect holiday destination for water-based activities. One such loved activity is scuba diving. The archipelago has been blessed with some of the most amazing marine life and clear waters as well. The weather conditions too make it ideal for diving. Here are 5 reasons why you mustn't miss out on diving in the Maldives.
There are about 1200 islands within the archipelago of Maldives therefore when stating that the islands are untouched, it means that they have not been set foot on in years or perhaps not seen humans at all. So, how can you explore them while you dive? The best way to do this is to opt for liveboarding instead of going diving through a local resort. This way you can also make brief stops on islands that have not seen humans in quite a while.
If you are not familiar with what a manta ray cleaning station is, it is much like a carwash. It's where these creatures of the deep blue go for their manicure session. Mantas are a major attraction in the Maldives as it is. But the cleaning station adds even more value to the waters here. You can get the opportunity to see this rare occasion under the Arie Atoll waters.
The weather in the Maldives creates the perfect conditions for whale sharks to live in. They are the largest creatures in the ocean and are rather friendly too. So, if you happen to be in the Maldives than try our best to fit in diving with whale sharks into your itinerary. They remain in the waters of the Maldives all throughout the year so no matter when you come, you won't miss it.
Since the year 2010, the Maldives has prohibited exporting of shark products and as a result, the number of sharks in these waters has increased. Now, the reefs here are full of beautiful species of shark and you will spot quite a number of them on dives. The whitetip reef shark, the blacktip reef shark, nurse shark and grey reef shark are some of the very commonly spotted sharks here. Furthermore, the oceanic whitetip shark, hammerhead shark and Tiger shark are exotic species that are worth taking the time to see.
If you are staying at overwater Maldives villas, look beneath and you'll see that the waters are as clear as crystal and the bottom of the seabed can be seen without an issue. Due to factors like phytoplankton and temperatures of about 29°C, the visibility is perfect. It is one of the most clearest waters in the world where a range of about 40 metres are visible. It is a diver's haven and hotels like Kuramathi Maldives can help plan out your diving excursion.
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