9 Unusual activities you can do in the Maldives
9 Unusual activities you can do in the Maldives
9 Unusual activities you can do in the Maldives : The Maldives is an archipelago made up of 1,192 coral islands in the Indian Ocean, this tropical paradise islands make up the country that extends more than 510 miles from north to south and 80 miles from East to West. The Northernmost atoll is about 370 miles Sout – Southwest of the Indian mainland.
There are a lot of fun filled activities to do in The Maldives which is this beautiful archipelago is known for, The Maldives is popularly known for its crystal-clear waters and pristine white sandy beaches.
The Maldives offers countless activities you can do and get the best of your beach holiday, some of the activities on the islands are unusual, exciting and unique. These activities are as below
- VOLUNTEER FOR TURTLE RESCUING
Due to plastic pollution, turtles are one of the critically endangered species living in the waters of Indian Ocean and it is very vital that we protect these spectacular underwater gems for generations to come. To contribute to the efforts of protecting the turtles on the Maldives Island, you can volunteer for turtle rescuing.
The Marine Turtle Rescue Centre at Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu Resort is a sanctuary for turtles, the center is led by Olive Ridley Project based in The Maldives offering amazing experience as well as broadening your knowledge of sea turtles.
- CORAL PLANTING
The Maldives Islands are renowned for their beautiful underwater world that lies beneath the azure waters and is one of the top reasons to why many travelers visit the Maldives, coral reefs play a vital role in persevering the underwater world and the marine species.
If you are wondering about you can contribute to preserving the corals and the marine life, there are endless opportunities offering travelers a chance to participate in coral planting.
At Fushifari Maldives, there is a man built coral frame where coral planting can be done that is by attaching broken corals to the frame.
- DINE UNDERWATER
Dining Underwater is an extra – ordinary as well life changing experience to have during your holiday in The Maldives, this experience offers panoramic views of the beautiful coral gardens and dazzling schools of fish among other sea creatures which you see while enjoy your mouthwatering meal.
There are many options of underwater restaurants to choose from in the Maldives, these best restaurant for underwater dining experience include Only Blue at OBLU SELECT Lobigili OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi, Ithaa, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, SEA, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, SUBSIX, Niyama Private Islands, M6m, by OZEN LIFE MAADHOO – A Luxury All Inclusive Resort, and H2O by Chef Andrea Berton, YOU & ME MALDIVES among others.
- HORSEBACK RIDING ALONG THE BEACH
Riding horses along the shores of the beautiful – white sand beaches with sunset or sunrise as the background is like a scene wrote out of a fairytale, this is an amazing experience to enjoy on your Maldivian getaway.
You do not need to be a professional in riding horses for you to enjoy horse riding on The Maldives Beaches, there will be equestrians to help you along the way.
Horseback riding along the beach is a perfect experience for a person seeking to rest their minds, having your skin soaked in the salty sea breeze is a whole new experience to have and offers a new perspective to watch the sea and gain a new sense of freedom while listening to sounds of the waves crashing.
- Golfing
Golfing is not just an activity but a lifestyle sport and it you can enjoy it in The Maldives during your holiday, some of the resorts on the archipelago have their own golf clubs where you can enjoy golfing while basking in the picturesque and peaceful surroundings dotted with palm trees, blues skies and soothing sound of the Ocean.
- Submarine tour of the underwater world
Submarine tour in The Maldives archipelago offers travelers an opportunity to explore the beautiful underwear world that lies beneath the pristine waters of the archipelago. The submarine tour is 99% safe and you will enjoy stunning views of underwater gardens featuring the vibrant corals, schools of tropical fishes and other creatures thriving in the Maldivian waters seen cruising through the ocean.
- Sky diving
From the sky, The Maldives looks like a set of carefully scattered gems among the Indian Ocean and seeing these gems is a real thrilling adventure. The sky diving experience in The Maldives is possible thanks to parachuting and expert skydivers, and presence for planes used in this experience.
- Walk among a field of glowing stars
Bioluminescence also called The Sea of Stas, Tears of the Ocean or Field of glowing stars is a naturally occurring phenomenon in The Maldives. Though this spectacle is unpredictable, it normally occurs during the season from June until October and rated as one of the most magical things to witness in The Maldives.
One of the popular places to see the glowing stars is the Vaadhoo Island located in Raa Atoll.
- Unwind in an Underwater Spa
The Maldives is a home to the world’s first underwater Spa located in Huvafen Fushi which offers a truly once – in a life time experience and undoubtedly the Ultimate Spa Experience, the Spa features beautiful views of the aquatic life thus being the epitome of rejuvenation.
