Water Activities In Maldives – Scintillating Times!

These pleasing isles are picture-perfect in every sense of the phrase and in turn, afford both laidback and action-packed pursuits, out on its turquoise seas. For starters, whet your appetite for the outdoors by going catamaran sailing; an activity which calls for good posture and a steely mind! Generally, this water sport serves as part of a package where along with your private catamaran, you will be treated to a guide, scrumptious fare, and bottle of champagne.

A glass-bottom boat tour presents intrepid vacationers with unobstructed views of the magnificent marine life which inhabits these tropical seas. Sit back, relax and focus your gaze on the glass panel found in the middle of your boat. Herein, scenes of coral reefs and schools of fish will soon come into view as you move along at a pace ideal for such an educational experience.

The islets that comprise the Maldives are well-equipped to offer some of the world's finest and breathtaking scuba diving escapes. The crystal-clear waters make scuba diving a thing of the past here and to cap it all off, the array of marine species that cannot be counted pave the way for an unforgettable encounter. For beginners, it is wise to check into a form of accommodation that offers the ease of a PADI-certified dive centre and complementing courses. Further, opting for a hotel or resort with stretches of coral reefs or a house reef for that matter will be a step in the right direction.

If your idea of a water-based, fun-filled activity is made up of skimming across the surface of the water to the sound of squeals and laughter, then you must give banana boating a try when in the Maldives. Luxury resorts the likes of Amaya Kuda Rah provide opportunities to make the most of your time on these islands. Though this popular pastime can be enjoyed throughout the year, it is best to partake in some banana boating during the period of April and October as this is when the conditions are more conducive. However, as you will only be attached to a speedboat, expect to be thrown into the ocean now and again.

Yearning for an adrenaline rush like never before? Look up as to what the sport of kitesurfing entails and you will find it extremely hard to refrain from pursuing the same, given that it is known to test your mettle and balance with every move. The said sport involves being fastened onto a small board with an enormous kite that will propel you over the water at dizzying speeds. When the south-westerly winds sweep over the Maldives from April through October, this will be your cue to give kitesurfing a go.

Yes, you did read that right! Underwater walking is a splendid form of leisure that is gathering momentum and interest amongst holidaymakers to the Maldives. Underwater walking can be either attempted alone or with a partner and will allow for a journey that will see you venturing farther and deeper as opposed to what scuba diving provides. A sealed oxygen mask and a rope dangling down from a boat will be your constant companions as you move through a kaleidoscope of colour and activity.