Joanna James
The Maldivian archipelago is one of the world's top tropical holiday destinations. Made up of over 90% water, the nation is favoured for its selection of water sports. This article explores the best water sports to try in the Maldives. Choose your thrills from kite surfing to scuba diving.
The archipelago is one of the world's top destinations for scuba diving. The coral islands, clustered into 26 atolls, offer the perfect diving nooks, from underwater cliffs, tunnels and overhangs to gorgeous giant coral formations and over 500 types of marine species to explore. You will come across stingrays, the elusive whale shark, schools of reef sharks and other fascinating creatures of the deep. Here's a quick tip; to enjoy one of the best things to do in Maldives, make sure to book accommodation at a Maldives resort offering a dive club, such as Saii Lagoon Maldives, and you can enjoy the sport even if you are a novice because the expert instructors there are well versed in teaching beginners the ropes in safe scuba diving.
One of the easiest and popular water sports to enjoy in the Maldives, snorkelling is pretty basic; all you need are fins, snorkel, and mask. Anyone with swimming skills can enjoy snorkelling in the Maldives, which is a matter of swimming out to the house reef from the beach of your Maldives resort. The thrills are almost similar to a scuba diving tour, and can even be taken on by children who are adapted to swimming in the ocean. Snorkelling in the Maldives will treat you to sights of colourful coral, little reef fish and probably a turtle or two, don't be surprised if a friendly dolphin swims alongside you.
The house lagoons offer the ideal conditions for beginners to learn kite surfing; smooth flat surfaces and a good wind. You will find instructors to learn the sport from, or if you are a seasoned kite surfer, simply rent the equipment and enjoy whizzing across the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.
Kayak tours are perfect for savouring island vibes and having time to yourself. You will find it easy to rent kayaks in the Maldives; choose between one seaters and tandem crafts. Join a tour or enjoy exploring the coastline of your Maldives private island resort, with a partner or on your own. The tours will take you to hidden coves and offer breathtaking views of the islands from your perch in the sea.
Island hopping tours are ideal for learning about the culture of the Maldives and also for exploring the uninhabited islands. Your Maldives resort will offer island hopping tours, which you can book to explore an uninhabited island, picnic on the beach and swim in the ocean; once done, head over to a local island to see how the simple islanders live. Chat to them and learn about a few traditions, oh and you just may get a chance to enjoy a home-cooked meal.
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