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Best Places in Maldives to Travel

Find out about the Maldives' magical wonders.People use the word "paradise" too much, but the Maldives is one of the few places on Earth that really deserves the name. This country has more than just luxury villas. It is made up of more than 1,190 coral islands spread out across the turquoise Indian Ocean. Every place has a different story to tell, from the busy cultural heart of its capital to the peaceful, untouched atolls.Many people come for "barefoot luxury," but the Maldives' real magic is in how different it is. Y

ou can visit the old coral stone mosques in Malé, dive into the neon-lit depths of Banana Reef, or get away from it all on a private sandbank. The Maldives invites you to step off the deck and into a world of wonder. You can surf on world-class waves in the southern atolls or swim with whale sharks in protected marine parks. Let Skanda Holidays show you around the islands' most interesting places.

Top Best Place to Visit in Maldives

Maafushi Island

Maafushi Island is in the South Malé Atoll and is known as the "budget Maldives" because it is a lively and easy-to-reach alternative to the country's private resorts. It used to be a quiet fishing village,

Banana Reef Maldives

One of the most famous underwater places to visit for travelers exploring the Indian Ocean is Banana Reef in the Maldives. This is a curved, banana-shaped coral thila in the North Male Atoll, near Male City. It is about 300 meters long. It is within a protected marine park. 
Banana Reef is an incredible tropical beauty, from shallow reef tops to deep rock caves. Here’s your ultimate guide to the best spots and top underwater places to visit around this world-renowned reef

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Best time to visit Maldives

The Maldives come with plenty of sunshine and great temperatures that average out (with exceptional consistency) at around 30°C, throughout the year. The best weather is between November and April, while the high season falls between December and March. There is a monsoon season in...
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Snorkel in crystal-clear lagoons

For water lovers and tropical island vacationers, there’s nothing like snorkeling crystal-clear lagoons. These shallow, peaceful ocean pools are protected from rough waves by natural coral reefs, so the water is as still and clear as a giant swimming pool. If you are planning an...
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Maafushi Island

Snorkeling Safaris: Maafushi is a gateway to world-class snorkeling. Popular tours often combine multiple stops, such as the Coral Garden, Maavelaathu, and Banana Reef. Many excursions specifically target sightings of nurse sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles. Dolphin Watching: Take a speedboat trip to nearby channels...
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Maldives Cuisine

As the Maldives comprises (much) more sea than land, fish (mainly tuna) have always been the most prominent element of local cuisine. However, as times have changed - with travelers from different parts of the world, new seasonings and vegetables were introduced in to the...
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Virgin Island Hopping

Take a boat, or register on a tour and do a little island hopping. This is a great way to visit the uninhabited islands and have a beach to yourself for the day with very little, and sometimes absolutely no, interruptions.
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Maldives Activities

You can choose what to do - nothing but relaxation is generally on the top of most people’s lists. Or you can luxuriate in the most harmonious of spa settings, head out to sea for a spot of fishing, dive and snorkel around the vibrant...
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Honeymoons

Is there anywhere more romantic than the Maldives? Viewed from above, the islands look like tiny dots of white sand floating atop the most pristine of blue waters. There are few things in life that are better than laying back on a Maldivian beach with...
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The Maldives Beaches

The beautiful white sands and the enveloping turquoise blue waters are your reason for visiting the Maldives - so make the most of them. Our favourites are the tranquil coves found away from the resorts – many of which are too small to build on...
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Maldives Etiquette

Tipping is not compulsory in the Maldives as you’ll note that a 10% service charge is added to almost everything - but we recommend that, especially when faced with exceptional service, that you add at least another 10% to your bill. You’ll no doubt note...
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Why Visit Maldives with Skanda Holidays?

Tour Itinerary

Best Time: Nov–Apr dry season

Tailor-Made: 7–14 day resort packages

Hotels: Overwater villas, beach resorts

Flexible: Island hopping, seaplane transfers

Extensions: Sri Lanka & Kerala

Amazing Places

Top Places: Male, Banana Reef, Maafushi

Best Season: Nov–Apr clear waters

Scenic Routes: Atoll seaplane & speedboat routes

Highlights: Coral reefs, pristine beaches

Extensions: North & South Male Atolls

Unique Activities

Top Places: Male, Banana Reef, Maafushi

Best Season: Nov–Apr clear waters

Scenic Routes: Atoll seaplane & speedboat routes

Highlights: Coral reefs, pristine beaches

Extensions: North & South Male Atolls

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