The Maldives is one of the top holiday destinations in the world and for good reason; synonymous with unadulterated luxury, you can book an exclusive 5-star water villa with all the mod cons. In this short article, we present a few cool activities you can enjoy in the tropical paradise that is the Maldives.
Snorkelling & scuba diving – The underwater world is stunning and there’s nowhere better to explore marine life than the Maldives. Swim with manta rays, bottle-nose dolphins and even whale sharks. There are some amazing reefs and a few wrecks that are exciting to explore; if you have never tried scuba diving, enrol in one of the schools and you can take the PADI course. On the other hand, snorkelling is great fun and you can rent a snorkel, mask and pair of fins and swim around in the very clear water.- Guided kayaking tour – If you enjoy paddling in a kayak, you can join one of the guided tours that include visiting some caves and paddling over shallow reefs where shoals of fish swim around. Book one of the exclusive Maldives water villas via their website and get ready for an unforgettable experience.
- Seaplane tour – There is no better way to appreciate the wonders of the Maldives than going up in a seaplane. The island-hopping tour takes you to half a dozen atolls and you can enjoy a delicious seafood lunch at a 5-star restaurant, then partake in a jet ski ride to explore the shallow bays that are teeming with marine life.
- Water skiing – Most luxury resorts have their own speedboat, so you can water ski on a daily basis. If you are a raw novice, they have a resident instructor who can teach you the hardest part, which is standing up at the start of the run. It doesn’t take long to get the hang of water skiing; push down on your right leg to turn right and the opposite to turn left, then you can learn how to lean and turn. Click here for a few reasons to add South Africa to your bucket list.
- Evening BBQ on the beach – Most resorts have a beach BBQ every week, where you can enjoy fresh seafood and your favourite cocktails and savour the beach party atmosphere. Heavy bass pumping out from the huge speakers and a fire thrower who does an amazing act! Most of the guests attend, so you can make new friends and dance the night away if that is the kind of thing you like to do.
So, there you have it, our list of top 5 things to do when holidaying in the Maldives and if you are planning to visit in high season, make your booking as soon as your dates are confirmed. If you are prepared to fly at very short notice, you might be able to get a last-minute cancellation, which does come up from time to time.