While many visit the Maldives for its daytime tropical weather that is perfect for soaking in the sun on an idyllic beach. However, there are plenty of nighttime adventures that you can embark on to explore the natural wonders and beauty of the Maldives.
Visiting Glowing Beaches
The beaches on Vaadhoo Island on Raa Atoll come alive at night when their waves become fluorescent due to the presence of millions of phytoplankton in the water. These marine microbes are bioluminescent and emit a bright neon blue light once the sun sets and the skies darken. As such they make the waves glow, creating a mesmerising effect on the beach. This phenomenon takes place between June and October.
Stargazing
Another way to enjoy breathtaking views is to stargaze and take in the vast expanse of star-studded skies that rivals any man-made light show. If you’re staying at the Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, you’ll have the unique opportunity to stargaze at the first-ever overwater observatory in the Maldives. Guided by a powerful telescope, you’ll be able to witness and learn about the constellations and planets as you gaze up at these distant wonders.
Night Diving
Night diving is one of the best things to do in Maldives, especially for those who love to explore the ocean’s depths. Maldives is home to several species of fish and marine animals many of which cannot be spotted during the day. As such, exploring the deep waters at night will give you the chance to witness various species including turtles, nurse sharks, eels, rays, tawny reef sharks and more.
Night Fishing
While daytime fishing is already a popular activity in the Maldives, night fishing gives you the added benefit of witnessing the mesmerising sunsets as you cast your line. You’ll have a great chance to catch an array of fish from red snappers to jackfish to groupers.
