Featuring crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches, Maldives is the ultimate tourist destination for those in search of a memorable holiday in the tropics. While most who travel to these parts expect to relax and unwind while on holiday, the more adventurous traveller has plenty to experience. The variety of leisure activities available to the visitor ranges from engaging in exciting water sports to exploring the largely uninhabited nearby islands scattered in the vast Indian Ocean. Snorkelling and diving are some of the other popular activities among visitors to the island.
Maldives is ideal for whale watching enthusiasts looking for a chance to spot a massive humpback whale cruising along with a school of happy dolphins breaking through the surface every now and then as if to say “hello!”. Although Maldives is well known for its coral rich sea beds teaming with thousands of colourful fish species, travellers to these islands seldom venture out into the deep sea in search of undiscovered possibilities. For those who have not yet enjoyed the joy of seeing a humpback whale out in the open ocean, spotting one for the very first time will surely be the experience of a lifetime.
These massive yet gentle giants of the deep have always managed to intrigue man in many ways. While its eating habits, migratory routes and biological details were a mystery to us several decades ago, extensive studies on these magnificent creatures have revealed most of their secrets. Since interest levels started to grow on learning about these animals, the whaling industry which threatened to wipe out all whale species off the face of the earth has been pronounced illegal. Thanks to these efforts whale watching is still very much a possibility for the nature lover.
The Whale and Dolphin Company, Maldives offers whale watching tours where the lucky tourist might be able to spot up to 5 different whale species and several schools of dolphins while out at sea.
Anantara Dhigu, Maldives offers exceptional accommodation options for the discerning traveller in need of a comfortable Maldives beach villa. This charming Maldives resort also features an array of modern facilities ensuring a pleasant stay.
Whale Watching in Maldives- feast your eyes on the giants of the deep
