An island nation with 99 pc water, the underwater ecosystems of the Maldives serve as a haven for diverse species.

With a perfect blend of scenic beauty, adventure activities and just all the right ingredients for a memorable getaway, Maldives ticks all the for a sunny holiday destination with family.

An island nation with 99 pc water, the underwater ecosystems of the Maldives serve as a haven for diverse species of sea turtles that can be seen all over the place, according to a press statement. Not only the green sea turtle and the endangered hawksbill turtle are routinely spotted across the nation, but the other four marine turtle species are also located here. The highly endangered hawksbill turtle prefers North Malé Atoll, Ari Atoll, and Baa Atoll, while the endangered green sea turtle prefers Lhaviyani, Laamu, and Baa Atoll, adds the statement.

Visitors can also get a chance to swim with the magnificent manta rays, one of the most incredible and charismatic animals underwater and create a memory for the lifetime. The reef manta ray is the commonly found manta ray in the Maldives and according to statistics compiled for over 15 years by the Manta Trust, the world’s top manta ray research and conservation organisation, the greatest documented reef manta ray population in the world is in the Maldives. The destination also supports a seasonal migration/ visitation of the Oceanic mantas.

Stars beneath the ocean

A sea of stars or witnessing  the magnificent ‘Bioluminescence’ is sure to lend a touch of magic to the stay in the Maldives. Bioluminescence is produced by tiny plankton known as dinoflagellates, despite the fact that it may also be found in bacteria, algae, jellyfish, crabs, worms, fish, sharks, and even mushrooms. Being in the right spot at the right time is crucial to seeing the bioluminescent plankton since it depends on a variety of variables, including tides, nutrient levels, water temperature, and salinity.

Exciting water activities

The statement adds that for beginners as well as professionals, the Maldives is the ideal location for a wide range of water activities. Visitors can ride a bouncy banana with the family, cut through the waves alone on a jet ski, or wakeboard swiftly across the lagoon. Taking a canoe around the island on a leisurely afternoon is also an ideal option for.  a calm trip.

It adds that adventure junkies can choose from wakeboarding or kite surfing which offer a greater adrenaline rush as they cut through the water, trying out various maneuvers and turns over the shimmering waters of the lagoon. There’s also jet skiing and flyboarding to fulfill a thrill-seeker’s dream. Serious divers can plan a range of dives with night dives and wreck dives that will satiate their thirst for the underwater.

Experience the local heritage

In the statement, Maldives Tourism says that visitors can also look forward to learning some games and sports that have endured as locals’ favourite over the years to gain insight into the Maldivian culture and customs. There are many family-friendly activities to try out, ranging from Bashi, the national sport of the nation before football took centre stage in recent years, to Baibalaa, a tough and physically demanding outdoor sport that is similar to the old Indian sport of Kabaddi and Turkish Oil Wrestling, and Raazuvaa, the Maldivian version of Chess.