Tourist Attractions in Maldives (HD) - Maldives tourism, Maldives trip, Maldives vacations Travel Videos HD, World Travel Guide http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=World1Tube The Maldives are an archipelago of 1,192 coral islands grouped into 26 coral atolls (200 inhabited islands, plus 80 islands with tourist resorts) in the Indian Ocean. They lie south-southwest of India and are considered part of Southern Asia. Maldives was for the most part unknown to tourists until the early 1970s. Just 185 of the islands are home to its 300,000 inhabitants. The other islands are used entirely for economic functions, of that tourism and agriculture are dominant. Tourism accounts for 28% of the GDP. Over 90% of the state government income comes from import duties and tourism-related taxes. Do in Maldives ================== Diving and snorkelling Aside from making the water bungalow rock on your honeymoon, the primary activity on the Maldives is scuba diving. The atolls are all coral reefs hundreds of kilometres away from any major landmass, meaning that water clarity is excellent and underwater life is abundant. Manta rays, sharks, even a few wrecks, you name it, you can find it in the Maldives. While diving is very good by world standards even in the immediate vicinity of Male, visibility and the chance of encountering large pelagics increases as you head to the outer atolls. Many divers opt for liveaboards, which can actually work out much cheaper than paying high resort fees. Currents vary considerably, with generally little inside the atolls but some powerful streams to be found on the sides facing the open sea. Water in the Maldives is warm throughout the year and a 3mm shorty or Lycra diveskin is plenty. Diving is possible throughout the year, but rain, wind and waves are most common during the season of the southwest monsoon (June-August). The best time for scuba diving is from January to April, when the sea is calm, the sun is shining and the visibility can reach 30m. Decompression chambers can be found on Bandos in Kaafu (15min from Male), Kuredu in Lhaviyani Atoll and at Kuramathi on Alifu. The one downside to diving in the Maldives is that it's quite expensive by Asian standards. Prices vary considerably from resort to resort, with specialist dive resorts offering better prices, but in general, you'll be looking at around US$50 for a single boat dive with your own gear and closer to USD75 without. Beware of surcharges: you may be charged extra for boat use, guided dives, larger tanks, etc. On the upside, safety standards are usually very high, with well-maintained gear and strict adherence to protocol (check dives, maximum depth, computer use, etc) being the rule rather than the exception. Surfing in Maldives ============== The Maldives is becoming an increasingly popular surfing destination. Turquoise water and perfect waves makes it an ideal and uncrowded destination for surfers looking for smooth surfing conditions. The best period for surfing in the Maldives is between March and October; the biggest waves occurring in June, July and August. This paradise is exposed to the same swells as Indonesia is, except that its higher latitude and its South-East exposure offers cooler and less hardcore surfing. The recent O’Neil Deep Blue Contests held in the Maldives has placed Maldives firmly on the world’s surf map. While most of the recognized surf breaks are in Male’ Atoll, there is certainly more to be discovered. Specialized companies organize tailored multi-day boat trips in the region, allowing surfers to move easily from one point to another and maximizing the surfing time. Things to do ========== Euro Divers at Kurumba Maldives, Vihamanafushi North Male, ☎ +960 6642324 (kurumba@eurodivers.com, fax: +960 6643885), [8]. Friendly and professional staff offering over 40 dive sites with full facilities. Dive Courses, dive packages, single dive options available. Veli Spa at Kurumba Maldives, Vihamanafushi North Male, ☎ +960 6642324 (veli.spa@kurumba.com, fax: +960 6643885), A truly unique and indigenous experience. Our indigenous rituals are derived from the essence of the ocean and abundant marine life and culture extending waves of energy translated into a captivating and inspiring experience that lingers in the memory long after your footprints in the sand wash away.... Extreme Water Sports at Kurumba Maldives, Vihamanafushi North Male, ☎ +960 6642324 (kurumba@extememaldives.com, fax: +960 6643885), [10]. offering jet ski safaris, surf tours, learn to surf, sailing, wind surfing, kite surfing, water skiing, tube rides, para-sailing, sea kayaking and day trips. Excursions at Kurumba Maldives, Vihamanafushi North Male, ☎ +960 6642324 (kurumba@kurumba.com, fax: +960 6643885), offering sunset and dolphin cruises, snorkeling safaris, fishing,sports fishing, Male'tours,cultural island experience, castaway picnics and day charter boats .

• published: 09 Nov 2015
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