If you close your eyes and ask yourself, where are the best views of ocean, you will automatically imagine yourself in Maldives, enjoying the scenic beauty of the Island. Isn’t it? When it comes to visit the most beautiful Island country in the world, the first country that comes in everyone’s mind, is Maldives. Maldives is not only famous for its beautiful blue waters but also for its water sports. It is impossible to think about coming back from Maldives without enjoying some water sports. The best thing is that, there are only a few water sports which require you to be a good swimmer, you don’t have to be a pro swimmer for every water sports.
So here in this blog, we are going to discuss top 10 basic and trending water sports of Maldives along with the estimated costs, which could become the part of your best memories of life. Top 10 water sports in Maldives are-
- Scuba Diving.
- Catamaran Sailing
- Snorkeling.
- Jet Skiing.
- Kayaking.
- Parasailing.
- Surfing.
- Fly Boarding.
- Underwater Walking.
- Glass Boat Boarding.
1- Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is one of the most famous water sports in Maldives. You need not to be a good swimmer. If you know to simply dive into the water then you will have to just follow the instructions of your guide and there you go! You can explore the marine life closely. witness the beauty in the deepness of water.
Best Time- January To April
Swimming- Not Required
Approximate Cost- 120-1000 USD. Depending on the course you have selected.
2-Catamaran Sailing
Catamaran sailing offers the best sunset view. Sailing in blue water while watching the sunset with your partner can make you fall in love once again. It is not just a water sports, it can give you the sense of peace for some time leaving all the worries of life behind- that should be the real motto of travelling.
Best Time- November-April
Swimming- Not Required
Approximate Cost- 70-90 USD per person.
3- Snorkeling
Snorkeling is kind of advanced version of scuba diving. You go into the deepness of the ocean to see its inner beauty. You will need to be a basic swimmer. Apart from that, all you need is your mask and your fin and you are good to go. Go deep inside the monster and explore its hidden secrets.
Best Time- July-September
Swimming- Basics- Floating and Paddling
Approximate Cost- 85 USD per person.
4- Jet Skiing
This sports is counted in one of the most popular water sports of Maldives. If you are adventurous, or you want to have adventure and fun with your partner, then this is the best thing you can choose. It gives you the thrilling experience where you are swaying with the waves talking to the winds. It is so amazing, that it excites you only with its thoughts!
Best Time- April-October
Swimming- Not required
Approximate Cost- 70-180 USD per person for 20 minutes ride.
5-Kayaking
It is the most common water sport in Maldives. Kayaking is also free at some places there. It includes paddling your boat yourself in the vast blue ocean with crystal clear water. It gives you the joy of self enjoyment of the ride in the vast blue region. Paddle through the calm waters and explore the coastline at your own pace.
Best Time- April-October
Swimming- Preferred
Approximate cost- 30-45 USD Per Person.
6- Parasailing
Soar above the ocean like a kite. Have the bird eye view of the majestic blue ocean through parasailing. It offers the breathtaking views of Maldives. Yes it can be risky, but if you love to do adventure..it’s worth doing.
Best Time- May- November
Swimming- Not Required
Approximate Cost- 90-1000 USD per person for 10 minutes.
7-Surfing
If you are adventurous, you know surfing and talking to the waves and you are in front of the majestic ocean with huge waves, will not you try surfing in Maldives? Yes, this water sports is for the pro in surfing and if you are, then challenge the waves of the blue monster and enjoy the adventurous surfing! It is available at Baa Atoll and Thulusdhoo Islands.
Best Time- Depends on weather
Swimming- Highly recommended
Approximate cost- 100-13 USD for 1.5- 2 hours session
8-Fly-boarding
Experience the thrill of flying above the water on a fly board. You can enjoy it yourself after taking the training session for half an hour, or you can go on a ride with the guide. But the joy in fly boarding is unmatchable. It feels like you are actually flying above the ocean without any body weight. It is available in Lhaviyani Atoll and Maafushi Island.
Best Time- May-October
Swimming- Not Required
Approximate Cost- USD 150 per person for starter lesson (30 minutes); USD 75 per person for a pro ride. (15 minutes)
9-Underwater Walking
Underwater walking does sound like you need to be a very good swimmer but you can do it even if you don’t even know the basics of swimming. Just fix your oxygen mask properly on your face and follow the instructions of your guide properly and walk inside the ocean watching the fishes and marine animals crossing you. Witness the beauty of coral reefs inside the ocean.
Best Time- January-April
Swimming- Not Required
Approximate Cost- Around 150 USD.
10- Glass Boat Boarding
Have you ever imagined being on a boat which is transparent from below, and you can watch all the aquatic animals passing by your boat? Yes this is Glass boat boarding where you just ride on a boat but the speciality of this boat is that it is transparent from below and you see thee blue water and inside scene of the ocean.
Best Time- April-October
Swimming- Not Required
Approximate cost- 30 USD per person.
So here we discussed some of the best water sports available in Maldives. If you are planning to go Maldives, add these sports into your “to do”. Multinational Tours is always here to assist you with its services to make your each tour a beautiful memory.