The pleasant cluster of islands in the Indian Ocean, known as the Republic of Maldives is blessed with spectacular natural beauty and is endowed with a relaxing atmosphere that is more than conducive to taking some time off from one’s busy and hectic schedule. Thousands of tourists that flock to the Maldivian isles in their pursuit of pristine beaches and tropical sun are scarcely disappointed because residing in a Maldives resort hotel is sure to cater to your every need.
Maldives embodies the true spirit of having a ‘holiday in the sun’, and whether you seek adventure and excitement during your vacation, or a quiet and peaceful getaway, these isles will not disappoint. For the adventurous tourist, there are a multitude of water sports on offer, and diving is possibly one of the best ways to begin exploring the wonders of the marine world that resides beneath the calm waters of the Indian Ocean. While the North and South Atolls are both renowned for their exquisite diving sites, holidaymakers residing in a resort in the South Male Atoll such as the Anantara Veli Maldives Resort & Spa will have the opportunity to explore ‘kandus.’ The eastern reef of the Atoll alone is home to over six kandus, or channels, that are ideal for diving as they attract a myriad of marine life that come to feast on nutrients brought in by the channel.
For the lucky few, Cocoa Thila can offer one of the best diving experiences in the South Male Atoll for this particular site, on a day with a moderate current, is frequented by grey reef sharks, sweetlips, groupers, snappers and eagle rays. However, for those who wish to dive to see grey reef sharks, the Embudhoo Kandu channel is the best.
While diving in the South Male Atoll has its own attractions, divers who wish to explore the abundant coral life in Maldives should make their way to the North Male Atoll, which hosts some of the most pristine and beautiful coral reefs in the world. All in all, diving in Maldives, whether it is sharks or coral reefs that you seek, is an experience worth having.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.