Joanna James
As a honeymooner's dream destination, the Maldives offers active visitors plenty more to do than work on their tan during a getaway in the islands. Here are ten activities every kind of holidaymaker can enjoy and experience on their vacation in the paradise archipelago.
Often regarded as one of the best things to do in the Maldives, the house reefs of most resorts are ideal for snorkelling activities. This means travellers need not venture far or spend money on a tour to explore the underwater landscapes and the tropical fish that each reef is teeming with all year round.
Nowhere but in the Maldives is it possible to sail from one pristine beach to another on an island hopping tour of the more than 1000 isles that make up the country. These uninhabited and secluded pieces of paradise offer tourists the chance to truly get away from it all and enjoy the wealth of natural beauty and bounty by themselves, undisturbed by other vacationers.
Whether one is based at the Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences or any similar rest, every traveller must embark on a sunset cruise at least once during their Maldivian getaway. Offering visitors the chance to witness the sunset from a unique vantage point in the ocean, the spectacular excursion is also one of the most romantic things to do in the country.
Ranked among the most exhilarating experiences one can enjoy in the island nation, signing up for a dolphin watching tour is a must for all first-time visitors. Home to countless dolphin species, the chances of spotting the friendly mammals in the wild is very high for those who time their holiday to coincide with dolphin watching season in the Maldives.
Dive beneath the azure waves of the Indian Ocean to uncover schools of marine species and ancient shipwrecks. A diving expedition in the Maldives is a treat for the senses thanks to the country's rich marine heritage as well as the good visibility and pleasant water temperatures make for a successful diving encounter.
With the Grand Friday Mosque, The National Museum and several presidential palaces to its name, Male can rightly be identified as the cultural heartland of the Maldives. No visit to the country will be complete without paying homage to some of the finest landmarks occupying this great city.
Those with a penchant for seafood will hardly be able to contain themselves during a holiday in the Maldives. Head to Male to wine and dine in some of the city's top restaurants and uncover the local cuisine that is heavily reliant on fresh seafood that's easily found in this part of the world.
Step into local markets such as Chandanee Magu or head to the plush retail boutiques in Centro Mall or the S.T.O Trade Centre to stock up on souvenirs and other beautifully crafted keepsakes.
Regarded as the best way to discover the Maldivian coastline at your own pace, kayaking tours are accessible to those with no swimming skills or prior experience in paddling around in the ocean.
Riding in tandem with an instructor or dashing across the waves solo, there's nothing like a ride onboard a jet ski to get one's adrenalin pumping during a Maldivian vacation.
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