Imagine yourself on a boat surrounded by the azure ocean, and out of nowhere, the amazing creatures we call dolphins, leap into the air, spraying you with sea waters as they dive back in, leaving you with overjoyed emotions. The Maldives help make that daydream a reality as it is a great destination to indulge in dolphin watching, especially if you are an adventure enthusiast or simply a nature lover.
The seas surrounding these islands are home to more than 20 species of dolphins and other marine live that thrive in these tropical waters. One of the most familiar types of dolphins is the Spinner dolphin, who has large colonies in these waters. Observing them has become a booming business as the regularity of their routines is well established.
Spinner dolphins typically enter the waters surrounding various islands early morning and leave for the open ocean during the afternoon, providing ample time for dolphin lovers and nature enthusiasts to witness them in action. Other types of dolphin species include the bottlenose dolphins, spotted dolphins, rough-toothed dolphins and striped dolphins, all of whom call the waters surrounding these idyllic tropical islands home.
Travellers are able to watch dolphins via a boat ride or for those enthusiasts wanting the ultimate experience may want to take a cruise out on safari boats where if you are lucky you would be able to see a Blue Whale in addition to the many varieties of dolphins. However those nature lovers with an adventurous spirit should not pass on the opportunity to snorkel or dive into these warm clear blue waters and have that once in a lifetime experience to come up close with a dolphin.
To enjoy a remarkable stay in this picturesque isle, why not stay at a villa in Maldives or at one of the many Maldives resorts such as Anantara, Kihavah, which offers its guests an exclusive service, and promises its guests an unforgettable tropical island getaway. With options ranging from beach pool residences to over water residences, guests are spoilt for choice in their quest to experience the perfect sun, sea, sand, beach holiday.
