Surrounded by a vast expanse of seemingly unending ocean and home to tranquil lagoons too, the Maldives is a paradise for water sports; here’s a guide on some of its best.
Family Fun
Amongst the most popular water sports in Maldives for families, snorkelling doesn’t require any experience and lets you take in stunning coral and fish species near the shore. Other favourites for parents and kids include tube and banana boat rides, while older kids are bound to love soaring above while parasailing!
Next-Gen Thrills
Apart from traditional water-based activities, resorts like Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives also offer some of the newest innovations in the field. This includes the Jetblade by X-Jets which gives you a chance to experience water-propelled hydroflight (think Iron Man!) and the Seabob where you can glide under and on the water like a dolphin.
A Need For Speed
If you crave some speed-induced exhilaration, then there’s jet-skiing either alone or riding tandem with an instructor; some resorts even offer jet-ski excursions where you may encounter dolphins! For more fun, you can also get the needed training to hit the water and enjoy water-skiing, kneeboarding or wakeboarding.
Waves and Wind
You will find some great swells here offering ideal surfing conditions, while beneath the waves, intriguing marine life and sunken wrecks await those who go diving in Maldives. For some cardio-filled exploration, you can try kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding and when the wind’s up, windsurfing and catamaran sailing too.
