While most focus on all the things to do in Maldives, one may often forget to be responsible for sustainable travel; a lot of this can come down to which resort you stay at as well.
Support Organic
Staying at a resort that uses organic produce is an eco-friendly choice. This includes properties like Amilla Maldives Resort and Residences with organic gardens and banana plantations which help sustain a garden-to-table concept; produce can also be used to make immunity-boosting dishes while having chickens on site for fresh eggs is ideal too!
Support Recycling
Recycling is always important no matter where you are and, in the Maldives, 5 star resorts have gotten involved in this as well. Some work in partnership with Parley for the Oceans to reduce plastic waste; this includes having a reverse osmosis plant that creates purified water which is stored in refillable glass bottles.
Support Marine Life
The delicate marine ecosystem in Maldives can be experienced at places like the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. Protecting such sites is key and travellers should choose resorts that follow practices that preserve the coral and marine life; one can also look to support local conservation including through coral adoption.
Support the Locals
Sustainable travel is not merely to do with the planet but people too. On your holiday, see if you can get involved in supporting local communities and initiatives directly or through the resort. You can also look to purchase Maldivian products that have been sourced ethically, thereby helping people sustain local livelihoods.
