Joanna James
Never has there been an ardent fan of surfing who has not ventured to the Maldives to ride a few waves, grab a bite of fresh seafood and laze on the powdery white beaches that lie atop a bed of corals. The Maldives is one of the flattest countries in the world and has some of the lowest terrains.
The country is blessed with two monsoons given the vast expanse of sea that surrounds each of the tiny islands known as atolls. The North-Eastern monsoon storms the country briefly from March to April while the South Western monsoon goes on from May till about October. The southern atolls are the best destinations during the North Eastern monsoon while the northern and central atolls score well during the South Western monsoon. These are points to bear in mind before booking your plane tickets and hotel rooms at exclusive addresses such as Atmosphere Kanifushi.
The locals recommend booking yourself a seat on a charter boat that would take you on a tour to surf at over forty possible breaks while living in style. There are options where you can share a charter boat with a like-minded surfer or keep it snug within your group. Depending on the season and the tide, the boat will wade through the waves to the most enjoyable swells that rise to about eight feet at times. While you row to and from, play board games, engage in yoga and ask for the crew where you could dive or snorkel and they would oblige by taking you to some of the most conducive places in the sea for the purposes.
Venturing out to the sea can be a risky affair if you are not an expert. Tropical weather conditions can be unpredictable and knowing a lot about the terrain is helpful. A guide would be able to keep you safe and also teach you a few tricks on the board. He or she would help to secure a few pieces of equipment needed for snorkelling and even help to hire a board that is suitable for your body size. A professional would consider skipping the use of a guide but be reminded of the fact that Maldivians are a conservative lot and when it comes to both attire and alcohol one is not free to do as one pleases.
The glorious weather and the delicious food are two key highlights of a holiday to Maldives that need to be made use of. Pop a straw into a freshly cut open king coconut and sip your cares away by the shorefront. This beverage cools your insides and is full of nutrients. The restaurants in Maldives serve some of the most mouth-watering seafood dishes and their local preparations are fascinating though slightly spicy. A trip to the Maldives would be a waste without a plan to spend at least two days enjoying these simple pleasures of life.
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