Maldives Excursions Never to Miss

While the Maldives is known for its water sports, equally enjoyable and captivating are the many excursions on offer; here are a few which you should experience on a holiday.

Sunset Cruises

For those staying at private island resorts, one of the best activities to do in Maldives is to take a cruise on a traditional dhoni (local boat). Sunset cruises are the most popular be it with that special someone as you enjoy a champagne toast or with family or friends to take in and photograph this spectacular sight.

Deserted Island Visits

The country has countless deserted islands and resorts like Adaaran Prestige Water Villas offer excursions to some of them. It’s perfect for couples in search of sublime solitude where they can share a gourmet picnic. Trips for groups are also available and one can sunbathe and snorkel to your heart’s content and enjoy a BBQ lunch too.

Fishing Trips

Another of the exciting things to do in Maldives is to embark on fishing trips. Such excursions in the mornings are ideal to catch big game fish such as dogtooth tuna, marlin and sailfish. Some resorts even offer sunset or night fishing utilising traditional techniques, while your catch can be prepared for dinner the following day.

Dolphin Safaris

The surrounding ocean is home to various dolphin species such as spinner dolphins which can be seen on special excursions. Such dolphin safaris will be a treat for young and old alike and though sightings are not guaranteed, there’s a good chance to witness these marine mammals swimming or frolicking in the water.

Why you should try snorkelling

Snorkelling | Image Courtesy: I.DeSouza , Great Barrier Reef , CC BY 3.0

Maldives islands are one of the best places you could visit for an exotic holiday. The pristine sand and the lush green palm trees surrounded by the tranquil waters of the Indian Ocean will definitely be a welcoming site. Maldives places to visit and things that you can do are not limited for anyone who visits the islands. The beautiful ocean itself provides an ample amount of activities that you can do while holidaying in the Maldives.

Water sports and activities around water are very famous in the Maldives. Even if you are not much into adventure, you should not miss the opportunity of exploring the beautiful waters around you. Snorkelling is one such safe and easy way to get a glimpse of the world underwater. Most hotels in Maldives, including Adaaran Prestige Water Villas provides their guests with an opportunity to go snorkelling.

Snorkelling is for everyone, you do not need to be good in swimming for this, the life jackets that you will be wearing will keep you afloat while you explore and experience the world beneath you. With a little equipment and a few minutes of practice, you will be able to witness a mind-blowing world. There will be beautiful corals that are home to many underwater species, bright coloured beautiful fish schools will be swimming past you and if you are lucky you might come across turtles that will be swimming along. Learn about marine life through the first-hand experience and enjoy every bit of it.

While you connect with nature in a different perspective rather than what you usually see in the land, you will get many more benefits out of snorkelling as well. Snorkelling has its health benefits both physically and mentally. Snorkelling in the pristine waters will calm your mind and relax you also while strengthening your muscles, improving your cardiovascular health and much more.

Capture some cool photos using an underwater camera and take home memories that would last a lifetime.

Caleb Falcon is a travel writer who specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers. Google+