Top Things to Do in the Maldives on Your Vacation – Explore the Tropical Gem of the Indian Ocean! 

Want to experience the wonderful lagoons and coves of the Maldives but don’t have extensive experience in water sports? Don’t worry; you can try snorkelling. Most resorts offer the activity along with equipment and instructions. You’ll get to see the stunning coral gardens of the Maldives. The reefs here are mostly hard corals, such as brain corals, boulder corals, lobe corals, and staghorn corals. Plus, you can witness the diversity of fish living among these colourful corals. Keep an eye out for turtles, whale sharks, reef sharks, and rays. Remember, March is the best month for a snorkelling adventure in the Maldives.

The Maldives is among the top destinations for diving enthusiasts. Thanks to the island's elongated setup, diving is an activity you can enjoy in the Maldives all year round. When you snorkel, you stay in the shallow waters, whereas diving allows you to explore the deeper waters of the Maldives. Just like with snorkelling, you’ll come across a variety of marine species, including manta rays, whale sharks, reef sharks, and turtles. Channel diving and wreck diving are among the unique experiences you can have in the Maldives. If diving is at the top of your list, stay at a dive resort. You have several options. Diving with family? Book into a place like OBLU Xperience Ailafushi and enjoy the comforts of a family villa in Maldives.

The Maldivian resorts are renowned for their healing spa treatments. Using natural, locally sourced ingredients, resort spas offer a rejuvenating experience in a tranquil tropical setting. Sea salt, coconut oil, various herbs, and even betel leaves are used in these therapeutic treatments. Choose from a range of spa packages and experience a unique kind of rejuvenation. Some packages are accompanied by yoga, meditation, and nourishing healthy meal plans as well.

If you don’t want to get in the water, you don’t have to. The Maldives offers a unique opportunity to see its mesmerising underwater world without having to dive or snorkel. The Whale Submarine is the only one of its kind in Southeast Asia, and it’s the only passenger submarine in the world that goes up to 50 metres underwater. Families with kids can enjoy the Whale Submarine, but keep in mind that you can’t bring babies on board for safety reasons. The best thing about these submarine tours is that you get to go deeper into the ocean than a diver could. Plus, the submarine turns into an underwater restaurant at night, where you can savour delicious food while spotting various beautiful species all around you. If you’re visiting during the peak season, when almost every tropics-loving tourist is in the Maldives, book your spot on the submarine in advance.

Island resorts pamper their visitors with the best and finest comforts and amenities. Most tourists happily stay on their resort island for the entire duration of their holiday. However, should you want to get a glimpse of local life, you need to visit the local islands. These islands are where the locals live. Not too long ago, tourists weren’t allowed to visit these islands, but they’re now open to curious visitors. You can talk to locals, and experience the local culture; you might even be invited into a local home for a cup of tea. Just remember to dress modestly, and if you want to take pictures, ask permission first.

The Maldives has another secret in its stash: the glowing beach! Does it really glow? It sure does! This happens because of the natural phenomenon called bioluminescence. Microorganisms called plankton living in the water emit a blue glow when disturbed by the movements of the waves. This makes the ocean look like a starry sky. Visit on a moonless night to see the striking sight that is the glowing beach. Vaadhoo Beach on Vaadhoo Island is where you can witness this magical display.