13 Reasons to Experience the Maldives at its Best

The Maldives are a scattering of coral pearls in the middle of the Indian Ocean. The islands attract travelers from all over the world with their heavenly landscapes, bounty beaches, turquoise water and a unique atmosphere of privacy. In this article, you will find 13 reasons why you should fall in love with the Maldives!

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1. Ideal Weather All Year Round

The Maldives are famous for their mild tropical equatorial climate, with air temperatures fluctuating between +26 and +32 degrees throughout the year. However, the weather on the islands at the same time can be slightly different, because the Maldives stretch for almost 900 kilometers from north to south. The main reason for the change in weather is the influence of monsoons, which prevail on the more northern islands of the archipelago.

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2. Snow-White Beaches

The Maldives have some of the most beautiful beaches in the world with soft white sand that does not heat up in the sun. By the way, Maldivian sand is mostly undigested remains of corals, or more precisely, the excrement of parrotfish. Just think about it, each parrotfish produces more than 300 kilograms of coral sand every year! How amazing is tropical nature!

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3. Transparent Waters of the Indian Ocean

Few freshwater rivers flow into the Indian Ocean. This fact certainly affects the purity and transparency, especially in the southern atolls of the Maldives. This incredibly clear crystal water looks even more dazzling in the sandy lagoons of the islands. Therefore, snorkeling in the Maldives is considered one of the most popular entertainments. Underwater visibility in the dry season, when there are no monsoon winds, reaches 40 meters, which is ideal for diving on coral reefs.

Maldivian resorts offer a wide range of water activities - sailing, surfing, paddleboarding, water skiing, catamarans, kayaks, glass-bottomed boats and much more. The lagoon is the main component of a Maldivian holiday.

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4. Unique Marine Nature

The waters of the Maldives boast incredible biodiversity. It is a mecca for divers and marine biologists who are ready to spend their entire vacation not on the luxury services of the hotel, but in search of the bizarre inhabitants of the reefs and lagoons. If you are one of them, we recommend a couple of places that you will definitely not forget. For example, Baa Atoll is one of the most beautiful and environmentally friendly. Most of it is the only Biosphere Reserve in the Maldives. It is here that the famous Hanifaru Bay is located - the home of a huge number of manta rays. For an excursion here, it will be convenient to choose a hotel on Baa Atoll .

Check out the natural phenomenon of Vaadhoo Beach in Raa Atoll. This place is called the "Sea of Stars". At night, bioluminescent algae "light up" here. A mesmerizing sight and an opportunity to swim in the stars!

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5. Luxury Island Resorts

The main distinctive feature of a holiday in the Maldives is the concept of "one island - one hotel". That is, the entire island, most often small, is intended only for guests of one hotel. There are no Maldivians living on such islands, and a secluded atmosphere, quiet days combined with first-class service and privacy surrounded by island nature are the main advantages.

Radisson Blu Resort

6. Overwater Villas

Not all resort islands in the world have villas that seem to float above the lagoon. The Maldives are famous for this type of housing, and it was on this archipelago that the very first villas on stilts appeared. Almost every resort on a private island offers two types of accommodation - on the sand and over the water. Today, the choice of overwater villas is simply huge. It can be a small tropical-style house or a luxurious penthouse with several bedrooms, a private pool, glass floors, panoramic walls, a wide terrace and even water slides that descend to the lagoon.

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

7. House Reefs

One of the important reasons to choose the Maldives if you love snorkeling. The house reef means easy access to places where you can enjoy the underwater world of coral gardens. That is, you do not need to go on a snorkeling tour, pay for excursions, waste precious time looking for suitable places for swimming.

Hurawalhi Island Resort

8. Amazing Diving

The Maldives are 26 atolls that are completely surrounded by the endless waters of the warm Indian Ocean. This is the main wealth of the islands, and fishing, along with tourism, occupies the main niche in the country's economy. Transparent water, with an optimal temperature for diving all year round, an incredible diversity of underwater life makes the Maldives one of the best places in the world for all types of diving.

Both on private and local islands, you can find dive schools, rental points, offers of the best dive safaris everywhere. In the waters of the Maldives you will meet majestic manta rays, sharks of different species, dolphins, reef inhabitants of all colors and shapes.

Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort

9. World-Class Spa

The Maldives is a paradise for those who love relaxation with benefits for excellent well-being. It offers a special approach to spa treatments, including the use of local natural ingredients, ancient techniques, treatment rooms with ocean views or surrounded by green jungle, exclusive programs for wellness, both physical and spiritual. Elite spa centers are an integral part of premium resorts, and in general, excellent spa service is one of the calling cards of Maldivian tourism.

The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort

10. Romance

Maldives resorts offer amazing options for unforgettable romantic getaways, including dreamy vow renewal ceremonies, floating breakfasts in the pool, intimate beach dinners, sunset champagne cruises, couples spa treatments and much more.

In addition to entertainment for two, you can choose a hotel for a romantic getaway that accepts only adults, stay in a secluded villa with an ocean view or surrounded by a private garden. Resorts often offer pleasant honeymoon packages with additional services. The choice of options for a romantic holiday in the Maldives is simply amazing!

Kandima Maldives

11. Family Vacation

Malva offers a full range of services for a great family holiday. Many resorts are aimed at guests with children of all ages, offering active leisure, educational activities and games, while parents relax in the spa, by the pool or on the beach.

Family leisure options in the Maldives include children's and teen clubs, boat excursions and diving for the whole family, children's menus in restaurants, and children's spa programs.

When choosing a hotel, pay attention to the beach. For a holiday with children, safety is a priority, so a gentle slope into the sea and a small depth will suit you. Read about this and other points for choosing a family holiday in the Maldives here .

Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa

12. Underwater Restaurants

A real "highlight" of the Maldives, which is not so easy to get. The fact is that there are no more than 6 underwater restaurants in the Maldives, and the demand is much higher. Of course! A table with a view of marine life in its natural environment, through glass walls at a depth of usually about 6 meters. You need to book very early, even before you pack your suitcase for the Maldives.

It all started with Ithaa restaurant at the luxurious Conrad Maldives Rangali Island resort. An exquisite place with culinary masterpieces of Maldivian and European cuisine. Very popular is the stylish Subsix restaurant, which in the evenings transforms into a unique club with DJ parties.

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13. Swimming with Whale Sharks

Not everyone knows, but the Maldives is one of the few places in the world where you can swim with whale sharks! You will definitely remember this event and most likely want to repeat it. There are many resorts on the archipelago that offer such entertainment for lovers of bright emotions. Let us remind you that a whale shark reaches 12 meters in length and can weigh up to 20 tons! Swimming with these graceful giants is considered safe. No less impressive are encounters with manta rays. When booking a hotel, you can ask the manager a question about such excursions.

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