Joanna James
Found a 15-minute speedboat ride away from Male International Airport, the pristine Ailafushi Island is poised to afford you a breathtaking mix of water sporting facilities, each with its own unique charm and thrills that will make you fall head over heels with the allures of the Maldives.
Elevate your holiday on Ailafushi Island by embarking on an action-packed pursuit of sunset fishing which for most parts, celebrates a way of life in the Maldives. What’s more? You can charter the services of a traditional wooden Dhoni and have a knowledgeable local educate you on the fundamentals of this outdoor activity that will have you in prime position to not just spot but also catch some fish with the setting sun acting as an additional source of inspiration and direction.
How does the thought of a guided snorkelling expedition sound that will transport you towards turquoise waters and incredible marine mammals? Well then, here is what a trip to this section of the Maldivian archipelago could entail when you make a reservation with OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi which features its own underwater restaurant in Maldives. Snorkel in the company of highly experienced dive masters from the Dive School & Watersports Centre where trips will involve spending time around Lobigili Island and learning of how diversely beautiful the country’s ecosystem is.
Learn the fine art of manoeuvring your jet ski across the foamy seas off Ailafushi Island for one breathtaking encounter, destined to give you an adrenaline rush never felt before. For the fee that you pocket out, the experience will be more than worth it. This is because you will have a seasoned campaigner by your side, offering you timely advice on how to master powering a jet ski with little or no fuss involved. Added to this, should you showcase a certain level of prowess and confidence out on the water, you stand a fabulous chance to be taught the tricks of the trade en route to becoming an experienced jet skier.
Thought to have been developed in lovely Hawaii and created from the riveting sport of surfing, standup paddleboarding is by far, one of the best water sporting activities well suited to the “do it my way” type of vacationer. While you will need to make sure that the seas aren’t too choppy before heading out, standup paddleboarding is as laidback as it gets in these parts but in turn, presents a wonderful opportunity for you to paddle along and explore the natural beauty around you. However, it is a must that you perfect your poise and balance prior to hitting the open seas.
Kayaking is a type of water sport that complements the whims of the carefree voyager, keen to comb oceans and the sparkling islands for which the Maldives is famous for. As a non-motorised leisure activity, kayaking can be included in your to do list as a way of appreciating the very essence of the archipelago where thoughts of life back home and work schedules will be far from your mind.
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