Joanna James
Ranked among the globe's top beach holiday destinations, the Maldives is a pristine playground for thrill seekers and adrenaline junkies. Here are 7 activities that every adventure-hungry tourist should try during a trip to the paradise isles.
Often considered the diving capital of South Asia, the underwater coral gardens of the Maldives are prime grounds for a scuba adventure. Accessible to visitors all year round but particularly during the December to March tourist season, scuba diving tours in the Maldives not only encompass HP Reef and Banana Reef but also Manta Point. Those who are scuba diving in open waters for the first time may want to select dive sites that are more suitable for beginners as there are so many diving hubs suitable for divers of varying skill levels.
There's nothing quite like discovering the wondrous geography of the Maldivian archipelago on a kayaking expedition. The flat and placid waters off the coast of the Maldives are ideal for kayakers as one can truly enjoy a sea-bound excursion that relies solely on paddle power. The period from April to October is perfect for kayaking tours thanks to the sunny weather conditions.
Those based at Atmosphere Kanifushi or any other resort will find that the months between April and October are also ideal for one of the most popular activities in Maldives. Not for the faint of heart, Jet skiing around the coastline can be the ride of a lifetime for those with a love of high speeds and splashing waves. Travellers who are adept at driving a Jet Ski can take matters into their own hands while those without such skills can ride in tandem with an instructor.
Tourists heading to the Maldives between November and April will find that they are just in time to experience the sailing season in the country. Catamaran sailing offers visitors the chance to set sail in one of the world's most breathtaking environments and enjoy the blue waters from a whole new perspective.
Those who wish to go whale or dolphin watching in the Maldives must visit the archipelago between January and April. Setting off in the wee hours of the morning and in the late afternoon, whale-watching boats spend up to 3 hours spotting the friendliest and the largest mammals on earth.
May to October is the best time of year to sign up for parasailing as the wind conditions are suitable for this high-flying act that defies gravity. Allowing participants to gaze down at the beach from a vaulted height, parasailing is an activity that's reserved for daredevils.
While it may be less intimidating than parasailing, the joy of gliding across the water on a kiteboard can be just as invigorating as flying high above the coastline. Kite surfing is not only restricted to the beaches of the Maldives as many stunning lagoons are also used for this activity.
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