Are you keen on going diving in the Maldives? Then here is what you can expect to have no sooner you don your fins and drop down beneath the surface.
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The Maldives lays claim to a year-round destination
Warm temperatures and a tropical climate mean diving in the Maldives is a pursuit that can be enjoyed throughout the year. Average temperatures hover between the 26 degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius mark. Importantly, the period of August to November is easily the most favourable time to witness whale sharks and manta rays. Alternatively, January through April provides outstanding visibility, which is a prerequisite when it comes to spotting elusive schools of fish and moray eels.
Plenty of dive sites to choose from
Whether you remain closer to your Maldives water villa with a private pool or venture to regions a tad farther, as a diver, you will have a rich spread of dive locations to experience. From diving in currents within channels, exploring beautiful coral reefs and unearthing its treasures, visiting caves to heading towards shipwrecks; the Maldivian seas are a joy that even words cannot do justice to.
The marine life is vivid and spectacular
As of the time of writing, 79 dive sites exist in the Maldives. As a result, divers will have access to a wide range of marine life. Scattered with caves and overhangs, Maaya Thila is perfect for viewing lionfish, dog-toothed tuna, blue-stripe snapper and stonefish. Treated as one of the best hard coral reefs in the archipelago, Villingili Coral Garden is often associated with sightings of hawksbill turtles and eagle rays. The South Male Atoll’s Emboodhoo Lagoon, found near SO/Maldives is home for multiple species of aquatic life. These include sharks, rays and 3 out of the 5 species of turtle found in the Maldives.
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