Joanna James
What you find within the ocean-bound Maldives is something unparalleled. It’s a land of beauty and adventure. If you’re thinking of visiting, these are the top five things to do in the Maldives.
In the Maldives, you have the rare opportunity to swim with whale sharks. Growing up to about 20 feet, whale sharks are the largest fish in the world. They live for about 150 years, too. Even though their large size can throw you off balance at first, keep in mind that they’re very docile. They feed on a diet of tiny fish, plankton, and shrimp. Another interesting fact about them is that they can take in about 600 litres of water every hour through their gills. It really is an amazing spectacle. The best way to see these wonderful creatures is to get on a boat and head out to sea. As with any wild animal, there’s no guarantee you’ll actually see one, but your chances are pretty good. If you do spot one, you can jump right in with your snorkel and swim next to it! They swim at about 3 miles an hour, so you can easily keep up with them.
One of the top things to do in Maldives, diving is offered by resorts like Heritance Aarah. It’s fun, joyful, and exhilarating all at the same time. The Maldives’ underwater world is one of the most magical places on earth. It’s full of colourful fish and coral reefs, so there’s plenty to see. When you take the dive below the surface, it’s like entering a whole new world. The experience of diving in warm blue waters, surrounded by colourful fish while sunlight streams through, is something you’ll never forget.
This is another fun and exciting way to enjoy the water in the Maldives. Windsurfing is a combination of surfing and sailing. How does it work? You stand on a board and use the wind to glide across the water. Don’t worry if you haven’t tried it before — it’s easy to get the hang of, and you can find an instructor to help you. The Maldives is the perfect place for windsurfing, thanks to its lagoons, steady winds, and warm weather. Once you learn how to do it, you won’t be able to get enough of it.
Looking for more adventure? Try water skiing. It’s all about speed and excitement. You’ll glide across the smooth water, pulled by a fast-moving boat. The clear and calm lagoons make it easier for beginners. Don’t worry – the experienced can enjoy plenty of thrill as well. Many resorts offer this activity with experts to guide you.
Another one of the most thrilling water sports you can try in the Maldives, kitesurfing brings together surfing, wakeboarding, and flying a kite. You use a large kite to catch the wind, which powers the board that moves across the water with you on it. Once you’re comfortable with it, you can even do spins and jumps. The Maldives is the perfect place to learn kitesurfing, so don’t miss out on the opportunity. For lessons or assistance of any kind, you can speak to your resort.
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