As you fly into the capital of the Maldives you may not believe your eyes. The blues of the ocean are somehow bluer, the white sands whiter. Hundreds of islands make-up this ideal tropical destination, each with its own unique celebration of sun, sand and sea. If blue's your favorite color, then this is the place to fly to.
Diving & Snorkeling
It isn't surprising why divers and snorkellers flock to Malé. The visibility is fantastic - upto 50m deep at places and the temperatures warm. All resorts offer professional diving lessons in whichever language you prefer. Most reefs are just a few strokes away from the nearest resort, many are shallow enough to be walked up to.
Submarine Adventures
The most fancy way to experience Malé's magical underwater world is aboard an air-conditioned German built passenger Submarine, which can descend to 100 feet below the ocean surface. As far as experiences go, this is definitely one for the lifetime.
Surfing
One of Malé's best-kept secrets is fast becoming public, as more and more surfers descend to catch its many magnificent waves. The most popular surf breaks are in North Malé Atoll, where you'll find many resorts to choose from.
Fishing
Imagine fishing under the night sky, disturbed by nothing but the lapping of waves against your small boat, locally known as the dhoni. Night fishing is one of Malé's most enchanting experiences, far more exotic than the typical day-fishing trips regularly organized by most resorts.
Whale & Dolphin Watching
Did you know that Maldives ranks among the top five places on Earth for watching whales and dolphins? Over 20 different species, from the elusive mighty Blue Whale to the ubiquitous spinner dolphin, call the Maldives home.
Check with your resort if they arrange dolphin excursions to see Spinners. Or if you're feeling more adventurous, hire a safari boat to cruise deeper into the sea, where frolic vast herds of Sperm Whales, the Pilot Whales, Killer Orcas, Melon-headed Whales and Tropical Bottlenose Whales as well as several types of dolphin.
