The Maldives is a nation of islands in the Indian Ocean that spans across the equator, resulting in hot temperatures all year round. You can enjoy a tropical climate that is consistently hot and often humid, but with distinct wet and dry seasons as well. The temperatures vary slightly between the different islands but are constantly high between 77°F (25°C) and 90°F (32°C) all over the year. The water temperature of the Pacific is pleasantly warm with around 84°F (29°C). The Maldives offer great experiences especially in and around the ocean. From diving to snorkeling or surfing everything is possible. Although the wind in the Maldives is not as strong as in the world's famous surf spots, this makes it much easier to get started. Many resorts therefore offer their own surf school with courses over several days or weeks. It is also worth exploring the exotic water diversity by boat or in combination with a snorkeling trip. For this purpose, either a sailboat (or also a boat with supporting motorization) or a traditional Dhoni is suitable. These are elongated wooden boats with the triangular sail or motor. They are one of the typical means of transportation of the locals and offer a special romantic character. The boats are not particularly deep in the water, which allows a fascinating view of the beautiful underwater world at close range. There is also the possibility to rent a kayak and explore the beautiful reefs on your own. But always remember to be careful, because the reefs are very sensitive and can be destroyed by even the smallest touch. You can rent a boot at click and boat and a Dhoni round trip at moja-travel.
Fishing is one of the most popular activities in the Maldives. Harpooning and fishing with a rod is prohibited on the islands. Therefore, the most common way of fishing in the Maldives is trolling. This involves trolling large plugs or bait fish about 100 meters behind the boat on the water surface. Experience shows that this method promises good catches. For deep-sea fishing, small groups take a motorboat out to sea and join forces to land thresher for example sharks or tuna. If you want to experience traditional Maldivian trolling you can book a tour at vila mendhoo.
A common way to explore as many islands of the Maldives as possible is island hopping. On matador network you can find everything you have to remember for an island-hopping trip. Most visitors start in the capital Malé and have already booked a tour of various islands and resorts before departure. The lively capital offers many opportunities for exploration and provides insights into the culture of the Maldives and the way of life of the locals. For the onward journey we recommend a boat or a seaplane, which makes every spot of the countless islands accessible.
