Things to Do in the Maldives
Updated November, 2024
So beautiful, Maldives beams with white sand beaches and clear turquoise waters that have travelers lusting before they’ve even landed at the airport.
Whether you’re coming to the stunning lagoon in search of romance or to refresh your spirit, you’ll find there’s something about the soft sands and mesmerizing sea views and an amazing marine life of this Indian ocean favorite that livens your senses long after you’ve returned home.
Make the most of your Maldives escape to one of the most beautiful destination in the world with these tips:
1 Seaplane Jorney
For most travelers, the iconic image of the Maldives is a deep blue ocean dotted with tiny palm islands surrounded by crystal clear lagoons and sugar-white beaches. The only way to see this spectacular view of 50 shades of blue is from the air and although you catch a some shots while landing at Male airport, you will be offered the best viewpoint for spectacular panoramic views - on seaplane board. A seaplane trip in the Maldives and admiration of a paradise archipelago from a bird's eye view is one of the most impressive experience that this destination can offer.
Read More2 Snorkel with Manta Rays and Whale Sharks
While Maldives offers a variety of exciting destinations for experienced divers, the island nation is an unrivaled scene when it comes to snorkelling manta rays and whale sharks. However, good to know where and when to spot these gentle giants.
Read More3 Wind Over Water: Kitesurfing
A kitesurf lifestyle, carefree, adventurous, and breathtaking! Enjoy guided kitesurfing in Maldives at COMO Cocoa Island with resort's resident, world champion, Youri Zoon. From May 1st to 31st 2023, pick up speed, tricks and airtime with his expert guidance and take your kitesurfing to the next level — or learn the basics with a beginner session.
Read More4 Tap your feet to Bodu Beru show
No celebration of Maldivian culture would be complete without the country’s traditional drumming and dancing, known as ‘Bodu Beru’. Get a taste of the local culture in a fun, fast-paced fashion when you attend one of the traditional dance performances held at many of Maldives resorts. To celebrate island nation's heritage with guests the majority of the shows include a festive feast, so you can indulge while you enjoy the entertainment.
5 Go on an underwater Seabreacher ride
Siyam World made waves already when it opened with the Maldives’ biggest floating water park, had rivals trailing in its wake after launching the Maldives’ first ever Seabreacher, along first ever water bikes, even a fleet of Mini Mokes, and is now enhancing its collection of unique experiences and pioneering concepts with the revolutionary Cudajet underwater jet pack, the Maldives and the world’s first ever.
Read More6 Big Game Fishing
Perfect combination of crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches and a large variety of marine life make the Maldives one of the most fishing destination in the world. Maldives experience is rarely done without fishing, and many an angler aspires to charter a boat with a dream to catch a big fish that should literally budge you!
Read More7 An unreal Underwater dining experience
Dining under the sea is a growing trend in the Maldives that enables diners to enjoy a great food and incredible underwater views all at once. You do not need to be a diver to eat and drink amid the crystal blue waters of the some of the world's most beautiful destination. Imagine feasting on oysters while submerged beneath the Indian Ocean, or sipping Dom Pérignon with the company of a sea turtle. Send your senses soaring a some meters below the ocean with these an incredible underwater eateries in the Maldives offer the unreal experience of wining and dining under the sea.
Read More8 Enjoy the Most Beautiful Sunset
Taking your breath away the most picturesque dusk scene can make any holiday a great one. Sunset in the Maldives is a gorgeous time of day, when you're watching the last rays play with colors out over the ocean. It is believed that each and every sunset is unique – from the warmth infused hues to the brush-stroked clouds each sunset scene delivers a unique viewing experience.
Experiencing the full allure of these magical hours is effortless when you upgrade to an overwater accommodation. With such an incredible selection of the finest world-class luxury hotels in Maldives we have selected the most amazing Water Pool Villas in the Maldives in particular those that enjoy the sunset.
Read More9 Send your senses soaring over Maldives in a Rooftop Pool
When you are in the Maldives, a swimming pool at your hotel or guest house elevates your mood of enjoyment. What if, the pool is not just a normal swimming pool but a rooftop pool? Perfect for budget vacation in the Maldives, the local islands are not known as your typical rooftop pool destinations, and yet we’ve found some real gems that are perfect for a romantic getaway or simply a friend’s chill with cocktail and stunning views that’ll take your breath away.
Read More10 Say “yes” to sharks
Named as the best place to dive with sharks in Asia, Fuvahmulah is another unusual, breathtaking adventure, and it is electrified enough to provide a good dose of adrenaline for the most experienced divers - diving with tiger sharks.
Elevate your adventures when you sign up for a Tiger Shark Specialty Course, designed specifically for divers who want to safely and responsibly dive with tiger sharks in the unique waters of Fuvahmulah, Maldives. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this course will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to safely and responsibly dive with these majestic creatures in Fuvahmulah.
Read More11 Bring out the racer in you on Go-kart track
Get ready to rev your engines and satisfy your need for speed at Siyam World Maldives with the grand the 205m² Speed Racers Circuit – the first-ever go-kart track in the Maldives, adding an electrifying twist and high-octane experience to the ultimate island getaway. Siyam World has launched of a state-of-the-art go-kart track, the Speed Racers Circuit, that comes fully equipped with 18 sleek electric go-karts and a rugged off-road course. Spanning 205m² of heart-pounding twists and turns, the track is designed to ignite your inner racer and unleash the adrenaline junkie within.
Read MoreAnother place for those seeking a more immersive experience, Kandima offers Mini Grand Prix and Grand Prix packages, on its first-ever professional-grade electric go-kart track, including qualifying rounds, gridding, and a full race experience.
Read More12 Experience the Thrill of a Free Fall
Not afraid of heights … or excessive speed? You’ll take in gorgeous views of the Maldives while flying through the air when you take the leap at Ifuru Island Maldives. Home to the Maldives’ only permanent skydiving dropzone as well as its own private airport, Ifuru Island offers unforgettable skydiving escapades in a tropical paradise setting. You’ll have time to absorb the views of the Indian Ocean and reef below on your tandem jump. Even if you’ve never skydived before, no worries. Few activities rival experiencing a destination while airborne, and Maldives one-of-a-kind location and contrasting landscapes and its island jewels are like nowhere else on earth.
Read More13 Jet Car
Now available at the water sports centers on the three Maldives privaye islands, the Jet Cars’ sleek, retro-inspired design stands out on the Maldivian waters.
With a large variety of water sports Ayada Maldives, renowned for its luxury experiences and stunning oceanic paradise, has introduced an exhilarating new way to explore the island’s turquoise waters. This innovative, sports-car-inspired watercraft offers guests the ultimate blend of luxury and adventure, providing a one-of-a-kind experience in the Maldivian seas.
Siyam World and Sun Siyam Olhuveli are thrilled to introduce an all-new luxury adventures on water that promises guests a high-speed, unforgettable experience.
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