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THINGS TO DO
Not only do you discover aspects of the planet denied to most people,
but you make a lot of good friends as well!
The Maldives is famed for its rare underwater beauty. The profusion of
psychedelic colours and the abundance and variety of life underwater
have fascinated divers and smokellers since Maldives was discovered
as a diving destination. The highest level of visibility that one
could expect- sometimes exceeding 50 metres - and warm temperatures
throughout the year makes diving in the Maldives a delight you would
want to experience over and over again. The Maldives has some of the
best dive sites in the world and many visit the Maldives repeatedly
for the sole purpose of diving. All resorts in the Maldives have
professional dive schools with multi-lingual instructors and conduct
courses for beginners as well as the advanced. Many of the resorts
have excellent house reefs. Just a short swim from the beach and
snorkelers too can experience the same pleasures from the surface.
Excursion
If you are wondering about what things to do in Maldives, then stop
thinking and go on for excursion tours in Maldives. Suiting every
person and pocket are exciting excursion tours in Maldives. Promising
you entertainment unlimited both on sea and land are the excursions in
Maldives.
Some popular Maldives Excursions: -
Fisherman's Island
Get an insight in to the lives of villagers by visiting the
fisherman's island. Learn about their rich culture heritage and local
handicrafts. Fisherman's Island Tour will no doubt leave everlasting
memories during your Maldives Excursion Tours.
Night & Day Fishing
Ever thought of grilling the fish you caught yourself? If yes, then
this is the time to do so during Night & Day Fishing, one of the most
popular activities in Maldives. Side by side enjoy the breathtaking
sunset during night fishing and sunrise views during day fishing
excursion tours.
Uninhabited Island
Enjoy a full day in a deserted island, where you can do whatever you
want to. From snorkeling to swimming, from diving to sunbathe, there
is none stopping you from indulging in any activity during your
excursion to the uninhabited island in Maldives.
Male Shopping
All excursions are incomplete without going on shopping. So, do make
it a point to go on Male shopping during Maldives Tours. Explore the
markets of Male after a day's excursion to the tourist attractions of
Male.
Popular Things to Do in Maldives are: -
Things to Do in Maldives
Snorkeling
If exploring the underwater world by snorkeling is what you want,
then Maldives is the place to be. Having sea all around, Maldives is a
snorkeler's paradise. The reefs encircling the islands and the Atolls
of Maldives are home to a variety of corals and marine creatures.
Indulge in snorkeling in Maldives and witness the under water nature
of coral reefs.
If you think, that you don't know snorkeling and can't enjoy it, then
worry not. A facemask, mouth air tube and fins are what all you need
to enjoy snorkeling in Maldives. Snorkeling is one of the simplest
ways to catch glimpses of the amazing under water world. For any
doubts, you still have the instructor around, who will assist you to
in snorkeling.
Now the question arises, why only Maldives for snorkeling? Well, there
are many reasons that make Maldives an ideal place for snorkeling. As
said before, it's clear water, then a variety of coral reefs and
marine creatures and its relatively cheap expenses, all these factors
that can be seen nowhere else except Maldives, makes it a popular
snorkeling destination. So, if you are going on Tours to Maldives,
don't miss trying your hand at snorkeling, one of the popular Things
to Do in Maldives.
Diving
Every resort in the Maldives caters for
scuba divers and international certificates of all types are accepted.
The dive schools are well equipped, and regulators, BCDs, computers,
masks, snorkels and fins are available for hire. For those learning to
dive resorts offer a variety of dive courses are conducted in several
languages, with courses conducted in English, German, Italian, French
and Japanese in most of the For those learning to dive all resorts
conduct open water and advanced courses such as night diving, rescue
diving, underwater photography. Courses such as naturalist and shark
specialist courses have proved most popular due to the growing
interest in the marine environment. At resorts, diving is conducted
daily all year around and it is only rarely that diving has to be
cancelled. Most resorts would have access to a protected reef on the
leeward side of the island that enables them to dive even during times
of rough seas and strong winds.
Surfing
It was in the late 70s, when surfing arrived in Maldives and since
then it is counted among the top things to do in Maldives. Although
surfing is relatively a new activity in Maldives, in comparison to
other well-known activities like scuba diving, even then it has not
failed to make its mark in Maldives. Be it novices or the
professionals, Surfing in Maldives is a popular water sport enjoyed by
all during Tours to Maldives.
Made up of 26 natural atolls and some 1200 islands, Maldives is just
the right place to surf. Moreover, its tropical climate that is
characterized by hot and humid conditions, invites all to come and
have a splash while surfing to beat the heat. We, at Sea n Sun, let
you experience an ultimate surfing experience by arranging your
surfing tours. From the accommodation to equipments, everything will
be taken care of during your surfing vacations in Maldives.
The best time to go for surfing in Maldives is between March to
October, when Maldives experiences the best waves. On the other hand,
the biggest waves can be seen in Maldives between June to August. Get
the best of surfing in Maldives by picking a surf charter and heading
towards the south.
The two most popular surf points in Maldives are the North Male Atoll
and the Outer Atoll. Other surf points in Maldives include Chickens,
Cokes, Lohis, Kate's, Gurus, Honky's, Male' Island Point, Natives,
Tomb Stones, Riptides, Piddlies/Ninjas, Quarters, Sultans and Twin
Peaks.
Excursion
If you are wondering
about what things to do in Maldives, then stop thinking and go on for
excursion tours in Maldives. Suiting every person and pocket are
exciting excursion tours in Maldives. Promising you entertainment
unlimited both on sea and land are the excursions in Maldives.
Some popular Maldives Excursions: -
Fisherman's Island
Get an insight in to the lives of villagers by visiting the
fisherman's island. Learn about their rich culture heritage and local
handicrafts. Fisherman's Island Tour will no doubt leave everlasting
memories during your Maldives Excursion Tours.
Night & Day Fishing
Ever thought of grilling the fish you caught yourself? If yes,
then this is the time to do so during Night & Day Fishing, one of the
most popular activities in Maldives. Side by side enjoy the
breathtaking sunset during night fishing and sunrise views during day
fishing excursion tours.
Uninhabited Island
Enjoy a full day in a deserted island, where you can do whatever
you want to. From snorkeling to swimming, from diving to sunbathe,
there is none stopping you from indulging in any activity during your
excursion to the uninhabited island in Maldives.
Male Shopping
All excursions are incomplete without going on shopping. So, do
make it a point to go on Male shopping during Maldives Tours. Explore
the markets of Male after a day's excursion to the tourist attractions
of Male.
Night & Day Fishing
Anglers visiting the Maldives now are
pioneering sportfishing in the country and they are unlikely to come
across other tourists fishing. Most Maldivian fishing boats go after
tuna using a time-honoured hook-and-line technique - net fishing is
banned in Maldivian waters. If you have the chance to go tuna fishing
in the traditional Maldivian way, don't miss it. The Maldivian
government has strict regulations to conserve the country's marine
resources, and visitors should observe these carefully, especially the
tag-and-release policy that applies to all big game billfish.
The types of fish caught include wahoo, barracuda, sail-fish,
yellow-fin tuna, dogtooth tuna, red snapper, grouper, giant trevally,
jack, marlin, dorado and very small numbers of bonefish.
Three main types of fishing are possible:
Trolling
You don't need a fast big-game fishing boat. A typical live aboard
is suitable for trolling for sailfish, marlin, dogtooth tuna and
dorado using lures or flies. (Note that billfish are subject to a
tag-and-release policy.) Skill and care are needed to avoid snagging
the line in coral reefs. The best lures for trolling are islanders (in
various colours and types), rapala and manz.
Reef Casting
This technique is especially suited to Maldives reef fishing. The
angler casts towards a coral reef over distances of at least 60m with
poppers of 3oz or more, then reels in fast using a sturdy high-speed
fixed spool reel. The main catch is the giant trevally, an extremely
strong reef fish up to 80lbs. The trevally strike dramatically at the
lure, then dive and run, and the angler has to work hard to bring the
fish in. Bluefin jack, rainbow runner, barracuda and grouper are also
caught.
The most suitable gear is a stiff rod, no longer than 10ft, with top
action and 30-50lbs braided lines. Giant trevally have a powerful bite
- 5x strong 2/0 and 3/0 treble hooks will often get bent, squashed or
straightened.
Fly Fishing
The best places for fly fishing are the shallow sand flats
adjacent to many Maldivian islands. These can be very extensive -
several km long and 500m to 1000m wide. Note that fishing from resort
islands is not permitted so you'll need a boat to access suitable
areas. Local people have little experience or knowledge of fly
fishing, so you rely on your own judgement to find the best places.
The best lures for bonefish and trevally resemble the sea-worms that
live in Maldivian waters. An imitation bait-fish fly can work well at
high tides. Stick to natural colors with a little sparkle - olive
greens, tan, beige, and off-white. At low tide try small Crazy
Charlies.
Night Fishing
Fishing in the middle of the ocean at night is a peaceful kind of
activity, a time to relax, look up at the stars and enjoy the company
of your partner after a day underwater or in the sun. You will be back
at the resort for dinner and can ask the chef to prepare your catch.
Submarine Dive
Known, as a diving destination, Maldives has attracted many tourists
from all over the world with its different types of diving activities
like Scuba Diving and Submarine Dive. Get fascinated with the
underwater beauty of Maldives during an adventurous Submarine Dive.
There indeed is no better way to catch glimpses of the enchanting
under water world during Tours to Maldives, other than a submarine
dive.
German Whale Submarine:
Adding a new dimension to the diving adventures in Maldives is the
German Whale Submarine. As the name suggests, Germans created German
Whale Submarine. Having the capacity of 50 passengers, it is the
largest deep diving submarine that can take you up to 150 m deep
inside water. The first stoppage is at 25 meters and the second
stoppage occurs at 40 meters beneath the water surface.
The expert guides and instructors will brief you about all the dive
sites during your submarine dive in Maldives. The best thing about
submarine diving is that, even if you don't know diving, you can still
enjoy watching the beautiful world of coral reefs and fishes. Be
enthralled spotting turtles, whale sharks, giant grouper and other
such marine creatures.
So, what are you thinking? Don't dare to miss out the superb submarine
dive in Maldives, without which your Tours to Maldives will no wonder
remain incomplete.
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