Things to Do In Maldives

Beaches with white sand, waves bringing in turquoise waters and plenty of sunshine, Maldives is nothing short of paradise. Solo as well as family travelers can also quench their thirst for adventure during their holiday by indulging in these top 10 things to do in Maldives: 

Maldives Nightlife: There are several bars and pubs in Maldives to make the most of the night. Underwater Party at Subsix, White Night Party at Kuredu, and Jazz nights & live bands at Kurumba are some of the happening things to do in Maldives at night.

Maldives Snorkeling: The country is head and shoulders above any other place for snorkeling experiences. Baros Maldives, W Maldives, Dhevanafushi Maldives, and Soneva Fushi are some of the best resorts for snorkeling in Maldives. Tourists can explore colorful coral reefs and underwater life. Another must visit, The Huvafen Fushi Underwater Spa & Resort is the first spa to be built underwater. The uniqueness of this resort lies in the fact that it offers its guests serene views of marine life as the spa is built underwater.  One can avail spa treatments while gazing at the pristine marine life, making it a perfect way to rejuvenate both mind and body. This resort is situated on Nakatchafushi Island in the north western region of Male. This resort also offers luxurious villas and bungalows that overlook crystal waters and is an absolute must visit.

Maldives Scuba Diving: The diving point of Manta is a haven for divers who are comfortable with currents and drift diving. The place comes to life during the south west monsoon season, which falls between May and November. Looking for more of an adrenaline rush? An agency called Blue tribe diving, conducts diving tours on the Maafushi Island. It operates out of the Constance Moofushi Resort. This is located on the west of Ari Atoll. Ari Atoll has waters that are extremely rich in marine flora and fauna and offers a wide variety of coral reefs, fish, shark, and more. Also, this is one of the rare spots of the world where a whale shark can be spotted. This island is a great place for tourists who are passionate about diving.

Shopping in Maldives: Dive Shop and Water World sells latest diving equipment in Maldives. STO Trade Center is popular spot to buy household products, fresh fruits, and vegetables. Male Local Market is a famous place to bargain for decorative pieces, miniature boats, local snacks, and souvenirs.

Banana Reef Maldives: Named after its shape, the Banana Reef is situated in North Male Atoll. This coral reef has a world of colors and shapes hidden beneath it. Another must visit is the Artificial Beach. Situated in the east of the Male Island, this Artificial Beach is the only beach where people can swim. It is a relatively less crowded beach and is more of a place for cultural and entertainment activities like carnivals and live music. The beach also has several eateries nearby like Dine more and Oxygen Cafe.

Male Fish Market Maldives: Fishing is a part of lifestyle in Maldives. Located soul of Male near inner harbor on the north side, the Fish Market is a great spot to buy fresh catches. Tuna is most popular fish, although there are several other fish available. The best time to visit is either early morning or between 3 and 4 pm.

And last but not the least, North Male Atoll is an island where maximum water sports are concentrated. In partnership with the Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa, Extreme Maldives Watersports is a water sport agency that conducts water sports like wakeboarding, surfing, jet skiing, catamaran sailing etc. Visitors can also go on dolphin spotting Maldives cruises here.  All in all, this island is heaven for all the water babies and adventure junkies who want to give water sports a go!