Five Most Popular Water-based Activities in the Maldives

Maldives has been a hotspot for tourists from all walks of life for a broad range of reasons is a fact that goes without saying. So apart from exploring the atoll end to end and enjoy the natural scenery, what fun activites there are in the Maldives that could of interest to you, Well, water sports abound here plentifully however we highlight only the top five water sports in Maldives:

1. Under Water Walking

Snorkeling or any other similar sport may not be the thing you take fancy for then at the crossroads, you will want to consider water walking which is as exhilarating and enjoyable as any water-based activity.  Considering the optional sport of under water walking, you have the opportunity to walk over the ocean floor with your feet and witness the wonders of the ocean in the flesh. To enjoy the activity of water walking seamlessly, it is quite essential to put on a see-through oxygen mask over your face so that you can take breath under water. Although you will be escorted with a professional guide to pave your way, so there is nothing to feel intimidated about.

2. Jet Skiing

Next on the list of most popular water-based sport is jet skiing that you won't want to avoid when you are in the glorious destination of the Maldives. Being a water-based sport enthusiast, when carrying out jet skiing, you need to be a swimmer is not a constraint. All you need to do is put on a life jacket and in case any potential accident takes places, there are coast guards looking out at the site. So there is again nothing to feel intimidated about when carrying out jet skiing. 

3. Glass-bottom Boats

There seems no reason that any person would not like to have glass-bottom boats during his/her visit to the Maldives. Agan, you need not be a swimmer to availing of this water-based activity. The boat is not an ordinary one but is very different and is made of transparent glass. Once you get at the farthest point of the ocean, you get the wonderful opportunity to witness the different  vibrant aquatic creatures and plants jostling there. Without actually getting penetrating into the waters, you get to see all the fantastic jewels of the ocean.

4. Banana Boat Rides 

Riding on a boat crafted in the shape of a banana would definitely interest and excite everyone. It is a type of experience that you won't forget in a lifetime. As you ride on the boat, you are secured at the same time therein. So while you board on the banana boat, you have a happy-go-lucky and joyous ride on the spumous waves of the ocean.

5. Big Game Fishing

Maldives is most decidedly a magnet for the anglers. However fishing is relative a lesser popular water-based activity than a variety of water sports in the Maldives. Fishing is although a great pastime for a lot of anglers looking to earn fun. The crystal-clear blue waters of the Maldives is replete with a host of stupendous game fish varieties like Wahoo, Tune, Sailfish and Marline which are to name a few. So there is no doubt that you will have a nice big game fishing experience here.