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Spectacular Dive Sites

Mona — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:24:58 +0000

Guraidhoo Kandu, is definitely one of the most spectacular dive sites in the Maldives and such is the extensiveness of the site, it is often split into two and visited twice. Many say that the marine life at Guraidhoo Kandu is unrivalled: here you will spot squirrelfish, moray eels, eagle rays and grey reef sharks. Like many of the best dive sites in South Maldives, Guraidhoo Kandu displays a wide variety of colourful coral formations and interesting topography. Kuda Giri is one of the best wreck dive sites in the Maldives and is a good spot to see napoleon wrasse, feisty triggerfish and some batfish. The actual wreck is only small and has only been there for around 10 years, but that seems to have been long enough for some interesting and attractive corals to grow. Sightings of turtles and reef sharks are not uncommon here.

Holidays in Maldives

Mona — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:50:38 +0000

For more information on the various ships and cruise details, check out our page on liveaboard holidays in Maldives! Your holidays in the Maldives would not be complete without cruising around the myriad of Maldivian islands on one of the graceful liveaboard cruise ships. Liveaboard cruises in Maldives encompass a mini-holiday within your holiday: journey out on these majestic vessels for a day or more – gracefully cutting the blue seas, jumping from sand bank to sand bank, diving deep into the Indian ocean in all the mysterious locations and simply enjoy the cruise and all it has to offer.

Sharks in the Maldives

Mona — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 17:10:01 +0000

Fortunately, in the Maldives, the threats to whale sharks in the Maldives have been recognised and the government has begun to protect them. They understand that the fact that whale sharks life in the Maldives is a great economic bonus for the country because of the numbers of tourists they attract. Not that much is known about the lifestyle of the whale shark, although it is known that numbers are in decline, partly because of the commercial fishing of whale sharks and trade of whale shark meat in some countries and the fact that in some places you might even find baby whale sharks for sale.

Whale Sharks

Mona — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 18:19:32 +0000

The Maldives aquatic life is as expected one of the principal attractions of this island realm for numerous visitors, mainly those wishing to engage in some diving or alternative marine activity. Amongst the most dazzling Maldives marine life are the Maldives manta rays and the whale sharks Maldives. There are also hundreds, if not thousands of Maldives fish species which range from the colourful parrotfish to the ugly moray eel. You can come across guides to the multiple types of fish found in the Maldives on all kinds of websites, on top of the Maldives Dive Travel website, which includes photos and images of the many types of fish in the Maldives including tips on finding manta ray Maldives and convenient hints like when is the greatest time to spot whale sharks in the Maldives.

Diving Whale Shark

Mona — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:52:36 +0000

Since whale shark reproduction has not been studied for long and while significant
progress has been made in studying the whale shark mother and father, little is known about the young of the whale shark, so it is almost impossible to estimate baby whale shark weight, although a baby whale shark was found in the Philippines in 2009 measuring only 15 inches, which was possibly the smallest whale shark on record. What is the outer covering of a whale shark? Liveaboard cruises show the outer skin of the whale shark is smooth to touch and can be around 3 inches thick. It is important never to touch a diving whale shark, as their skins are sensitive and touching could lead to infections.

Vacation Maldives

Mona — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 22:42:51 +0000

There is a reason why the Maldives vacation resorts are so popular; as a vacation destination it offers anything and everything you may desire, all wrapped up neatly in the paradise-like tropical environment that is the Maldives. There is all kinds of entertainment you can indulge; below we have outlined several popular vacation Maldives activities.
Maldives Vacation – Scuba Diving. Scuba divers from around the world swarm to the Maldives as it is a renowned diving hot spot, consistently ranked among the best dive sites around the world. No surprise really, based on the fascinating and diverse marine life, the stunning coral formations, their curious reef-dwelling inhabitants and the giant pelagic species that populate the depths of the Maldivian waters.

Manta Ray Diving

Mona — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 14:42:37 +0000

This means that, the size of a manta ray compared to a human, is typically three times larger, so if you’re manta ray diving in Maldives and a manta swims over your head, you’re going to feel very small. The manta rays size and swimming speed are its greatest defense mechanisms since it doesn’t have a sting in its tail. The biggest manta ray threat, apart from human beings, is whale shark, and in the event that a manta ray is attacked by a shark and survives, it will then visit a cleaning station for the small fish to eat away any dead skin or other residue left by the shark.

Diving Holidays in the Maldives

Mona — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 14:49:45 +0000

Many divers will be keen to know the planned route for their Maledives diving trip. The exact route for your trip won’t be decided until everyone is on board, because the Maldives diving sites that you will visit depend on the diving in maldives weather conditions, the length of your safari and also the ability and experience levels of all divers on board. Most diving holidays Maldives last between 5 and 14 nights and typically visit two Maldives diving site each day. At the daily briefing, you will see a Maldives diving map
That shows the dive sites you will be visiting that day and tells you what to expect from each site. There are plenty of amazing sites for scuba diving in Maldives, these include Rasdhoo Kandu diving, among many others. At these dive sites, there will be opportunities for diving with manta rays and for enjoying sharks diving holidays. While scuba diving in the Maldives, if you choose to go liveaboard diving, which is the best diving in Maldives, you should know scuba diving holidays in advance that all dives are taken from a diving dhoni, which is a secondary boat that travels along with the diving liveaboard Maldives. All diving equipment is transported on the dhoni, and you simply travel from the liveaboard to the dive site each day on the dhoni. As these boats are far smaller than the liveaboards, they allow you to get much closer to the dive sites.

Liveaboard Diving in the Maldives

Mona — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 05:43:52 +0000

First things first: because they are mobile, liveaboards offer a level of freedom and ease that is unmatched by other kinds of diving in the Maldives. Imagine arriving at Male International Airport and, instead of facing a long transfer to a far-flung island, being personally welcomed and swiftly taken to your boat, which is already anchoring nearby. Then, imagine spending your days being chauffeured between the best dive sites in the Maldives, enjoying top notch onboard service and cuisine, visiting local islands and watching the exotic scenery pass by as you relax on deck.

Last Minute Deal on Stingray Liveaboard

Mona — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:23:39 +0000

Stingray Scuba Diving Last Minute Special Offer

Several last-minute special deals are being offered on the Stingray liveaboard for great scuba diving holidays that depart in the next few months. Take advantage of these great prices and experience scuba diving in the Maldives at its very best.

Last Minute Deal on Stingray Liveaboard

Stingray Scuba Diving Special Offer – November 24-December 1:

On November 24, the Stingray Liveaboard sets sail for an amazing seven-night scuba diving trip in the Maldives. This all-inclusive scuba diving holiday is priced at only USD $1,085 per person.

Stingray Scuba Diving Special Offer – December 1-8:

Stingray Liveaboard sets sail once again on December 1 for an incredible trip that will take in the highlights of Maldives diving. Don’t miss this chance to scuba dive at some of the best dive sites in the world during the best diving season of the year in the Maldives. This seven-night cruise is priced at just USD $1,218 per person, all-inclusive!

Eagle Ray in the Maldives

Stingray Scuba Diving Special Offer – December 15-22:

Escape to the Maldives for some pre-Christmas winter sun and superb scuba diving. Stingray is offering great prices for last-minute all-inclusive holiday deals, including this seven-night cruise that departs from Male on December 15, for only USD $1,218 per person.

Stingray Scuba Diving Special Offer – December 22-28

Spend Christmas in the Maldivian sun this year aboard the Stingray liveaboard. Departing Male on December 22, guests will spend six nights cruising around the atolls of the Maldives, diving at some of the world’s best dive spots, for only USD $1,044 per person, including all dives and meals.

Reserve Your Spot on Stingray Liveaboard

To find more information about the Stingray Cruise, visit the Stingray Liveaboard Information Page.

To reserve your space on the Stingray, please contact us at mail@maldivesdivetravel.com

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