Photography tips for the Maldives – best photography guide for the Maldives

While every amateur and professional photographer has their own preference when it comes to cameras, some great options to possibly consider include DSLRs such as Canon EOS Rebel T7 and Nikon D3500.  These cameras not only promise excellent picture quality, but they also offer manual control, the option of switching lenses and the ability to click over thousands of pictures on just one battery charge! If you are planning on doing a lot of adventurous activities such as parasailing, jet skiing and parasailing, then an action camera such as a GoPro would be a good idea. Don’t forget to take along a waterproof casing to ensure better protection.

If you plan on doing some drone photography, keep in mind that special permission is required from the government of the Maldives.  When using a drone while on a resort island, always make it a point to get consent from the management first prior to launching the drone. It's also a good idea to respect the privacy of other guests and not fly over and near neighbouring villas be it on land or over water.

The best time to take photographs on the archipelago is usually one hour after sunrise and one hour before sunset.  The soft light during this time is particularly great for profile shots. Those keen on capturing the actual colours of the ocean should consider the period between 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the afternoon.

If you are visiting the Maldives with your significant other or family – it can be rather difficult to get that perfect shot. So why not consider the option of hiring a professional photographer to take your pictures during your time in the Maldives? Many resorts such as the likes of Embudu Village can arrange for a professional with prior notice. In many cases, resorts even have photographers onsite. A key benefit of hiring a professional is that they usually know all the best spots on many a resort island in the Maldives and they bring their own props and equipment.

While almost every corner in the Maldives offers amateur and professional photographers fantastic photo ops, there are particularly great spots to visit that one should not miss out on. For street photography that will capture a sense of everyday life in the island nation consider visiting the fishing harbour and vegetable market in Male- the capital island of the Maldives.  Keep in mind that the Maldives is a rather conservative country, so it's always prudent to ask permission from locals prior to clicking away be it on the beach or the streets. For those keen on clicking some panoramic photos from high up above, consider booking a short seaplane ride!