Joanna James
The refreshing clear waters in the stunning oceans around the powdery beaches in the Maldives make the island the best place to try a range of watersports. From thrilling watersports such as parasailing, surfing, jet skiing, and flyboarding to laid-back and soothing activities such as diving, banana boating, kayaking, and catamaran sailing, you can explore anything that suits your mood. Dive deep into some of the most popular watersports in the Maldives.
Possibly the most popular watersport in the Maldives, surfing is a must-try during your stay on the island. The waves in most areas are perfect for beginners as well as professional surfers. For those who want to learn surfing from scratch, you can find a few surfing classes under the palm trees. Some of the best Maldives all-inclusive resorts around you, such as OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi will assist you in finding the surf gear you need as well. It is best to go surfing from April to October when the seas are not rough and the waters a clear.
Parasailing is definitely not for the faint-hearted. It requires a speedboat towing you while you will be soaring above the sky in a parachute-like canopy known as the parasail wing. You will be able to witness the beauty of the island while enjoying the refreshing breeze embracing you and awakening you. The best time to go parasailing in the Maldives is from April to October in Malé and Hulumalé. Parasailing can cost you around USD 90 for 10 minutes, or more if you wish to experience this moment longer.
There is nothing like the soothing feeling of basking in the sunshine and paddling away in the vast blue oceans next to your island. One of the most popular recreational activities in the Maldives, kayaking gives you a moment of solitude to enjoy the natural sceneries around you while giving yourself a somewhat mild workout! You can also try kayaking with a few friends or your loved ones on any beach. Kayak boats can be rented on any island and the ideal time for kayaking in the Maldives is from April to October.
Bored alone and want some fun with your friends or family? Try banana boating, the extremely fun version of watersports that involves a long boat that can occupy a few people. You will be strapped to the boat, so there will be no falling, which makes the ride even more thrilling. Most resort beaches will accommodate your request for banana boating, and you can try this fun activity from April to October.
Quite the unusual activity that seems a little futuristic and fun, flyboarding is when you will be launched in the air with hydropower. This thrilling watersport will surely get your adrenaline going and your heart racing. You can get a bird's eye view of the island and also enjoy the refreshing water and sea breeze hitting you. Flyboarding can be a little expensive around USD 150 for 30 minutes, but the experience will definitely be worth it!
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