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The Maldives is famed for its rare underwater beauty. The profusion of psychedelic colors and the abundance and variety of life underwater have fascinated divers and snorkelers since Maldives was discovered as a diving destination. The highest level of visibility that one could expect- sometimes exceeding 50 metes - and warm temperatures throughout the year makes diving in the Maldives a delight you would want to experience over and over again. The Maldives has some of the best dive sites in the world and many visit the Maldives repeatedly for the sole purpose of diving.All resorts in the Maldives have professional dive schools with multi-lingual instructors and conduct courses for beginners as well as the advanced.

Snorkeling
A trip to the Maldives will never be complete without donning a mask and a pair of fins and experiencing the beauty that sustains these tiny islands. Each island offers a beautiful house-reef that you could snorkel in everyday. Those resorts with far out reefs have boats that take snorkelers to the reef. Mask and fins can be rented from the dive schools if you need them. Snorkeling over the shallow reefs of the islands is an ideal way to explore the underwater world. The house reefs of most of the islands are just a few strokes away from the beach.

Submarine
Until today, divers are said to be the only people who truly enjoy their holidays in the Maldives. After all, what is a visit to the Maldives without experiencing its magical underwater world? Now with the introduction of the German built Whale Submarine, divers and non-divers alike can enjoy the enchanting beautiful coral reefs and magnificent tropical fish from the comfort of an air-conditioned submarine with friends, family or loved ones. This incredible adventure takes place aboard the world's deep diving largest passenger submarine! Descend to100 feet below the ocean surface and witness ocean life and other treasures, sights once only seen by scuba divers.

Whale and Dolphin Watching
Imagine the excitement of watching a great whale blowing, its powerful body surging through the water. Or a host of dolphins leaping from the sea in energetic bounds just a few feet in front to of you. If this appeals to you, then the Maldives has what you are looking for. Over 20 different whale and dolphin species can be seen here. Compare this with the handful or less that are regularly seen at most other destinations and you will see why the Maldives is so attractive for whale and dolphin watchers. In addition to this great diversity of species, another great attraction of whale and dolphin watching in the Maldives is that it is so easy and comfortable.

Parasailing
Fly over the islands, drift over the sea…look down through the clear depths of the water below and view layer upon layer of schools of fish, watch dolphins frolic below you and be thrilled by the experience that will stay with you long after your feet touch down on the soft white sands of your tropical island hideaway again. Most of the bigger resorts offer the excitement and fun of parasailing. Some offer instruction for beginners.

Canoeing
Canoeing is a way to travel through water using a long, narrow craft usually made of skin, bark, metal, plastic, or wood. The first canoes, created before the Stone Age, did not have a keel, they were not very stable, they had a very shallow draft, and could easily be carried. The driver faced forward and used the paddle to propel himself. In the ocean sails were created for faster travel. The long push-pole was also used for navigating through bayous and swamps in tropical places such as Maldives. There are lot of good sites in Maldives to have an adventures canoeing.

Water Skiing
Most of the resorts and hotels in Maldives provide the facilities to do skiing as a both a recreational and competitive activity. Water skiing is a summertime activity that can be easily adapted for individuals with disabilities. In Maldives you can engage in all kins of skiikg such as slalom, trick skiing and jumping.

Beach Volley Ball
Beach volleyball's most apparent distinction is that it is played outdoors and on the beach in sand. Volleyball Maldives offers many opportunities to play the game of Beach Volleyball, both at a competitive or recreational level

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