Joanna James
For lovers of the wide-open seas, you could not wish for a better place than the Maldives, as the island nation is surrounded by nothing but the far-stretching tropical blue. Hop aboard a boat and set sail to treat yourself to a slew of exciting oceanic experiences that make for a blissful time.
An archipelagic nation of 1,200 or so islands? Does anything get better than this for some adventurous island hopping? Possibly not. What makes the Maldives an even more perfect destination for island hopping is the fact that more than 1,000 of the 1,200-island archipelagos are deserted islands, meaning there's an abundance of untouched nature for you to explore. Set sail from your resort island and embark on an exciting adventure to explore some of the uninhabited islands in your vicinity.
Year-round sunshine, crystal-clear waters, striking coral reefs and schools of tropical fishes, all join forces to make the Maldives one of the top scuba diving destinations in the world. Put yourself in a diving suit and take your pick from the slew of incredible dive sites around the island nation and descend into the deep blue, where a host of underwater treasures await your discovery. Don't have your PADI certification yet? There are plenty of operators in the Maldives that offer beginner's PADI courses so you could experience the world underwater.
The archipelagic nation of Maldives is all about delivering extraordinary experiences. Treat yourself to an experience like no other, where you are afforded the opportunity to go swimming with whale sharks. Extending as long as 40 feet and a mouth that is about 5 feet, whale sharks can be intimidating at first sight, but they are pretty harmless and are the last creatures who would want to cause you any harm. So, make your way beneath the turquoise waters and spend a few memorable moments with the lovely creatures of the sea.
If getting yourself into the water is a too extreme level of oceanic fun for you, the island nation of Maldives has enough and more ways for you to experience its wide-open seas. As the sun goes down and the azure blue skies take a profusion of yellowish oranges, hop on a boat, and go on an exciting dolphin-watching tour. Keep your eyes peeled – if it is your lucky day, it won't take long for you to spot a pod of dolphins.
Water sports activities in Maldives are plenty. Among the slew of exhilarating activities, fishing is one of the least engaged activities, yet offers oodles of fun and excitement. Set sail on the turquoise blue waters and try your luck at catching a big one or two. After a day of fun-filled fishing, retreat to one of the finest hotels or resorts in the island nation, including the likes of Adaaran Prestige Water Villas.
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