Maldives is known for diving because the islands are surrounded by clear blue waters and a beautiful coral reef. Especially for scuba diving Maldives is a country that is sought after. There are numerous white beaches and coral reefs that are filled with different species of fish and sea plants. It is easy to find a scuba diving instructor and scuba diving cruises. Most of the hotels in Maldives take guests to the dive sites and they provide the diving equipment as part of the package. The most exciting sightings while diving is the view of the different types of fish in the sea. Whale Sharks, hammerhead sharks, sting rays, eagle rays and eels are fish that divers should look out for.
There are so many atolls or ring shaped coral reefs in Maldivian islands. These are also the major dive sites; there are around 26 atolls which can be explored in this region. Each of the atolls has something unique about it. The texture of the reef or the types of fish that come to each atoll may differ. There are coral caves in some of them, different coral slopes and coral plants. Before setting out on the scuba diving journey the instructors will inform you on what exact location you would dive into and what to expect when you go there. Once you reach the destination scuba diving instructors will provide useful tips on how to navigate through the waters and what to look for in the reef.
The underwater experience completes the vacation in Maldives. While you can always indulge in the sea, sand and the sun in Maldives, diving is something that is a must do. Even if you are not an expert in diving, the diving schools offer beginners lessons and courses for affordable rates. Since Maldives is one of the major tourist destinations in the world there are a large number of hotels and resorts scattered across the islands. While there are so many choices when it comes to accommodation, one of the places that you should consider is Naladhu Maldives, a luxurious Maldives hotel that will offer a spectacular diving experience. Belonging to a renowned hotel chain, this breathtaking Maldives island resorts is recommended by most of the visitors who have visited Maldives before.
Umanga Kahandawaarachchi is a passionate travel writer who writes under the pen name, Maggie Tulliver. Her field of writing covers a wide array of content and articles related to travel and hospitality industry.