Excursions in the Maldives

If you wish to make a excursion to the Maldives to discover the beauty of the place, Maafushi is an ideal place to go. This small island of only 1.27 km long and 260 meters wide is very easily accessible from the capital Male, but also from the many other tourist sites in the country. Full of surprises, the island of Maafushi is known for its numerous houses, its guest houses where it is possible to sleep, but also to eat.

Maafushi has multiple restaurants where you can taste the local cuisine as well as many shops to discover the local handicraft and bring back souvenirs.

Finally, the small island has no less than three diving centres. Whether you are beginner or amateur, an underwater exploration will delight you. On this occasion, you might meet some manta rays or even some whale sharks whose size might surprise you!

The Maldives comprises 26 atolls. All of them are a land of discovery! Moreover, during your excursions in the Maldives, do not hesitate to move by seaplane. Getting to the top in the Maldives is a breathtaking sight! The sea is turquoise blue, the water is transparent in places and you can even **admire the corals from the sky.

Depending on the escapade you have chosen, the seaplane will land in a lagoon, and it is aboard a traditional boat, most often a small sailing boat, that you will reach the atoll to visit. All over the country, you will admire the typical stilted dwellings of the region.

During your excursion to the Maldives, you can go fishing, parasailing, sailing, diving and even a game of beach volleyball. During your stay, well-being is at the rendezvous. Spas are indeed very numerous in the atolls of the Maldives. You will be able to recharge your batteries with a scented massage. Finally, for your meals, you will enjoy meals concocted with fresh fish, but also with exotic fruits.

Malé, the capital, is a destination of choice for your trip to the Maldives. This small town is very pleasant and gathers more than a quarter of the Maldivian population.

You will find in Malé a fish market which is the major activity of the city. If mealtime approaches, enjoy the fish of the day which will be cooked for you in all simplicity. On the main road called Majeedhee Magu, you can visit the shops and discover the local vendors and handicrafts.

The Maldives has many mosques on many of the atolls. The most impressive is the Hukuru Miskiy Mosque, built in 17th century carved white corail. The city is also home to the National Museum, located in a magnificent garden called Sultan Park, which will introduce you to the country's past.